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Karamba Resort

3.5 of 5
Playa de Dimbani, Kizimkazi, Tanzania
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Karamba Resort
Ranked #2 of 4 hotels in Kizimkazi
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Rome, Italy
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013

We were not accommodated in the bungalows, but we took advantage of the Paul's massage and we've had food almost everyday in the hotel's restaurant. From plenty dishes that I've tried the preferred one was fish curry and seafood platter containing lobster, tuna fish and prawns with the company of the chapati bread. Before the meal is possible to relax... More

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Toronto, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

We had 3 days at Karamba. It is a beautiful place and very unpretentious and has a real individualistic flavour. The atmosphere is defined by the owners and the staff and displays very good relationships amongst them. The waiters and barkeeps are friendly, personal and informal and you feel like they are old friends. But the efficiency with which it... More

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

We had a very pleasant experience at Karamba Resort. It is a low-key place, with 20 rooms, a charming swimming pool, and very friendly staff that try to do everything to please you. It is quite lovely to be near the village, and to see the activity of the fishermen. All bungalows are sea-front, and as a result, benefit from... More

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yorkshire
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14 reviews 14 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

The title of my review sums up Karamba. We visited in September 2012, so I am a little late in writing this, but felt I had to share this. We stayed here for two days as a base for visiting a friend in nearby Macanduchi. From the minute we arrived I felt as if I come to a very special... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2013

I just want to start off by saying that I had a terrible experience here when I got a massage and the masseuse was inappropriate with myself (I do not wish to go into detail). I am assured by the management that this is not the case anymore but it would be remiss of me not to at least state... More

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Basel, Switzerland
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13 reviews 13 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2013

Karamba is a lovely place. It´s a peaceful and well maintained resort in calm surroundings. The area is much less turistic than the north/east part of the island. The bungalows are simple but clean and with charm. The garden and swimming pool area is fantastic. You can easily find your own private spot. The staff is very friendly and helpful.... More

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Jarrahdale, W.A.
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 13, 2013 via mobile

We need some place quiet and peaceful after a tough year working in Tanzania. We found it in Karumba! We were met when we got out of the airport. Our standard rooms were upgraded at no increase in price on the second day. Both rooms were WONDERFUL! The first two days we did NOTHING - bliss! We then got adventurous... More

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Baghdad, Iraq
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013

I would highly recommend Karamba Resorts – I stayed here for a fortnight and it is almost perfect if you are looking for lots of rustic me-time by the beach. The resort is as is in the photographs on the website. The staff is fantastic and will go out of their way to please you; the rooms are kept very... More

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Houthalen, Belgium
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

This is the best place I EVER stayed at! And I travel a lot.... The location is wonderfull! at a local village at a local beach. The beach is beautifull. From our room we could jump into the water and snorkel. And during the mornings the sea goes further away, but it is nice to have a walk on the... More

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Nairobi, Kenya
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2012

It is a wonderful hotel in the south of the island. Gemma, the manager, is very helpful and lovely. She recommended us the best activities to do at the best prices. The Hotel is placed by a very small village called Kizimkazi. Although the north of Zanzibar is so tourist, the south is still almost unexplored. If you want to... More

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Additional Information about Karamba Resort

Also Known As:
Karamba Hotel Kizimkazi
Karamba Resort Zanzibar/Kizimkazi
Address: Playa de Dimbani, Kizimkazi, Tanzania
Region: Tanzania > Zanzibar Archipelago > Zanzibar > Kizimkazi
Amenities:
Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 4 hotels in Kizimkazi
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
It’s located on a quiet beach in the south of the island, far from the crowded tourist areas. Kizimkazi’s beaches are unique to Zanzibar not only for the beautiful uninterrupted views of the sun setting over the Indian Ocean, but better still the surrounding waters are also famous as the playground for Zanzibar’s dolphins! Our purpose is to offer comfort, hospitable service, good food and friendly ambiance, yoga & ayurvedic massage,among others. Thoughtfully designed to suit every discerning traveler, with good taste, conserving the African and Swahili style. ... more   less 
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