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Karamba

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast

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A table set for two with a view of the sunset over the ocean.
A beachside resort with thatched-roof huts, a rocky shoreline, and tropical vegetation.
A clear view of a beach with a sailboat on the water, a tree in the foreground, and a clear sky.
A beach with a thatched-roof hut, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
A thatched-roof bungalow with a wooden deck, two lounge chairs, a table, and a bench.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Karamba, Kizimkazi, Zanzibar South Region
  • Place, Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dimbani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Salaam Cave Aquarium
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Villa, Multiple Beds, Smoking, Ocean View

A traditional thatched-roof building with a patio area, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

Family Villa, Multiple Beds, Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 996 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A stone-walled room with a bed under a canopy, a small table, and a wicker chair.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A room with a bed under a white canopy, a wooden ladder, and a staircase.

Economy Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 750 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A room with a bed under a mosquito net, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

Family Bungalow, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A room with two wooden beds, one with a canopy and the other without.

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A bed with a canopy, pillows, a bedside table, a window with patterned curtains, and a wall with a decorative tapestry.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a wooden floor, and a rug.

Classic Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table, and a chair.

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A bed with a canopy, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 900 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A bed with a canopy, a wooden headboard, a blue patterned pillow, and a white bedspread.

Family Duplex, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

A bedroom with a bed covered by a white canopy, a bathroom visible through an open door, and a painting on the wall.

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Room

A beach with lounge chairs, a thatched umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

Honeymoon Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Cabin

A thatched-roof bungalow with a wooden deck, two lounge chairs, a table, and a bench.

Panoramic Cabin

  • Ocean view
  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Kizimkazi

On the beach.Steps from the hotel, you'll find Dimbani Beach and Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque. Also, Salaam Cave Aquarium is within half a mile (1 km) and Kizimkazi Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dimbani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Salaam Cave Aquarium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jambiani Beach - 30 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Paje Beach - 40 min drive - 24.0 miles

Getting around

  • Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aya Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪fahari off the grid - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sarabi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pavilion Restaurant - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Zanzibar Blue Dolphin Bay - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Karamba

3.5-star beachfront hotel with free breakfast
Karamba offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Karamba. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Karamba offers 22 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to furnished lanais. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. This Kizimkazi hotel provides wired Internet access for a surcharge. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Wired internet (USD 2 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night
  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: USD 50 (one-way)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 2 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Karamba Hotel Kizimkazi Dimbani
Karamba Hotel
Karamba Hotel Kizimkazi
Karamba Hotel
Karamba Kizimkazi
Hotel Karamba Kizimkazi
Kizimkazi Karamba Hotel
Hotel Karamba
Karamba Hotel
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Karamba Hotel Kizimkazi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Karamba to the airport?

Karamba is 36.7 mi (86-min drive) away from the Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Karamba have an airport shuttle?

Karamba offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 50 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Karamba to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Karamba offer free breakfast?

Karamba offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Karamba?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Karamba?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Karamba?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Karamba have a pool?

Karamba features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Karamba have a restaurant?

Karamba is home to MISUNU, which features local and international cuisine, a beachfront location, and al fresco dining.

Does Karamba have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Karamba to downtown Kizimkazi?

Karamba is 0.3 mi away from Kizimkazi Dimbani.

Karamba Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach, staff is impeccable and food is great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Séjour de 9 jours à Karamba Resort et on ne regrette absolument pas. Logement sans être luxueux bien suffisant pour venir se reposer des visites et activités de journée et environnement merveilleux. Tout invite à la relaxation donc pas d’activité festive le soir mais cela ne nous a pas manqué. Personnel très aimable. La piscine est super aussi.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria,Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of the property, a little piece of paradise. People were very kind and helpful. Food was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Due to Corona things are still ultra quiet in Zanzibar, so Jemma gave us a free upgrade to her best rooms, right at the beach. Beautiful! Service was great, excursions were wonderful.Especially the 'blue safari' was a delight. I wish I was still there 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buono il cibo. Personale cordiale. Tramonti mozzafiato
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

francisco

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Guillermo

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020