Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa

Recent Reviews: 2206

• User:Markus_Glaettli

  Trip type: Couples

  Wonderful Stay in a Great Resort

  16 Jun 2026

  We would like to thank you very much for the great stay in this generous and large resort. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. We enjoyed very much our apartment in front of the pool. At checkout we were even offered an.extended stay as our flight was only in the evening what we highly appreciated. We highly recommend this resort. Samson Malisa, General Manager at Karafuu Beach Resort And Spa, responded to this review Dear Guest,Let us thank you for choosing Karafuu Beach Resort and Spa for your stay and we are glad we were able to meet your expectations. We are proud that our professional staff and tasty food contributed to your positive experience. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back at Karafuu Beach Resort and Spa in the nearest future.With Kind Regards,

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• User:amanda k

  Trip type: Couples

  DO NOT book

  08 May 2026

  Where to start… DO NOT book this resort. My partner and I had just been throughout Africa staying at a range of different accommodation and Karafuu was our “treat” stay to celebrate our honeymoon and honestly it was the worst accommodation we had stayed in and far from the cheapest… most accommodation we had along our stay gave us a bottle of champagne to enjoy as it was our honeymoon, not Karafuu… even though we booked with a honeymoon package. The photos were taken many years ago with all facilities being run down. We got pestered if we decided to relax near the beach by locals trying to sell the same old stuff/ asking for money. You even get stalked by hotel staff who try to sell you packages to go over priced snorkelling and for tours. They had got my number and started calling and texting it constantly over the first 3 days of our stay when we said we will come to them when we decide what we want to do. The Buffett was not of great quality and you get stalked by cats (I like cats but hey not when they start fighting right next to your feet when you’re trying to eat). Some staff were amazing and others not so good… it was obvious the management have let the place go with not maintaining their facilities and therefore lacking the pride of their resort trickling into the quality of staff. Karafuu needs new management and a very big freshen up to even be considered a resort… Samson Malisa, General Manager at Karafuu Beach Resort And Spa, responded to this review Dear Amanda K,Thank you very much for sharing your feedback about your stay at Karafuu Beach Resort and Spa.I would like to start by apologizing to you for not meeting your expectations.We strive to ensure that all our guests leave our property satisfied and that they have a wonderful experience, however it seems that on this occasion we let ourselves down. We hope you can give us an opportunity to change your perception into a positive one. Warm regards,

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• User:Odyssey711756

  Trip type: Solo travel

  Perfect resort if you want to just chill out.

  22 Apr 2026

  Beautiful resort. Great food. Great staff. Everyone is super friendly and really good at their job. The spa was fantastic. The animation team, especially Jackson, was superb. Unfortunately the resort is far away from everything, so you need to hire a car to do anything outside the resort . That’s the only minus point I would give. Samson Malisa, General Manager at Karafuu Beach Resort And Spa, responded to this review Dear Guest,We are very happy you chose Karafuu Beach Resort and Spa for your stay in Pingwe. We are very glad to receive your compliments about food, staff and spa. We would love to have the chance to welcome you back in Pingwe for another stay.Kind Regards,

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• User:Paulina M

  Trip type: Family

  Amazing stay – highly recommended!

  11 Apr 2026

  Our stay was absolutely amazing! The hotel made a great impression – beautiful, well-maintained rooms and very comfortable overall.The food was delicious, with a wide variety of fresh options every day. The drinks were also fantastic – really tasty and well prepared. And you definitely have to try the ice cream – it was so good!One of the highlights were the evenings by the beach – we had two nights with Masai performances, which were an unforgettable experience and created a truly unique atmosphere.The hotel is a bit far from the airport, but it didn’t bother us at all. It’s also located near a village that you can visit, which is a nice experience. The waiters were wonderful – very friendly and attentive.The pool was also excellent – clean, spacious, and perfect for relaxing. There were different animations organized every day, so there was always something to do.I highly recommend this place – perfect for a great holiday! Karafuu Hotel, Guest Services / Front Office at Karafuu Beach Resort And Spa, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you for staying in Karafuu Beach Resort and Spa and sharing your positive rating. We are pleased to note that you enjoyed the comforts of our hotel including holiday, waiters, stay, atmosphere, place, food, pool and experience. We would love to have the chance to welcome you back in Pingwe for another stay.With Best Regards,

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• User:678mirap

  Trip type: Couples

  Very strange experience

  29 Mar 2026

  We tried to arrange a late check-out today, but the experience was quite disappointing. Instead of a standard hotel procedure, it turned into a negotiation. The price went from $120 to $100 (including lunch) only after we were asked 'how much we want to pay.'To be honest, we felt like we were at a market in Dar es Salaam. We didn't expect to have to haggle over prices in a 5-star hotel. We expected a more professional approach and fixed pricing for such services Karafuu Hotel, Guest Services / Front Office at Karafuu Beach Resort And Spa, responded to this review Dear Mira ,Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your check-out experience. I am truly sorry that our process felt more like a negotiation than the professional service you expect from a 5-star hotel.We aim to provide a seamless, premium experience for all our guests, and it is clear that we missed the mark in this instance. Your comparison to a market highlights a serious inconsistency in our pricing standards, and I apologize for the frustration and discomfort this caused.I have shared your comments with our Front Office Management team to ensure that our late check-out fees are clearly defined and applied consistently, without the need for haggling. We value your business and hope to have the chance to provide you with a much more professional experience in the future.Should you wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly.Best regards,------------------------------

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