Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel
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Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel

No.12 of Hotels with Villas in Zanzibar Island
Dimbani beach, Kizimkazi Dimbani, Zanzibar South, Tanzania
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Highlights
Free parking
Pets welcome
Lots to do
Amenities
Sunbathing area
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Diving
Snorkeling
Hiking
Spa
Massage room
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Property Description
With a stay at Karamba in Kizimkazi, you'll be on the beach, just a 3-minute walk from Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque and 5 minutes by foot from Dimbani Beach. This beach hotel is 13.1 mi (21.2 km) from Jambiani Beach and 17.9 mi (28.7 km) from Paje Beach.
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8.3/10
Very Good
Cleanliness8.3
Amenities8.3
Location8.3
Service8.3
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Surroundings
Airport: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
(59.0 km)
Train: Central Railway Station
(140.2 km)
Train: Train Station Kamata
(141.7 km)
Landmarks: Mimi the dhow
(110m)
Landmarks: Hafidh Dolphins tour and safari Blue at Pungume Island
(130m)
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Suite with Sea View

Suite with Sea View

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Living Room:1 Sofa bed
Has window
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Superior Bungalow With Private Sea View
3

Superior Bungalow With Private Sea View

Bedroom 1:2 Single bed and 1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Standard Seafront Bungalow
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Standard Seafront Bungalow

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Bungalow-Beach Front
3

Bungalow-Beach Front

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Superior Bungalow with Sea View
3

Superior Bungalow with Sea View

1 Single bed and 1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Bungalow - Water Front
1

Bungalow - Water Front

Bedroom 1:1 King bed ● Living Room:1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Double Room with Sea View
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Double Room with Sea View

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Family Room with Sea View
1

Family Room with Sea View

3 Single bed and 1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Villa-Beach Front
6

Villa-Beach Front

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed ● Bedroom 2:4 Single bed ● Living Room:1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Seafront Triple Bungalow
2

Seafront Triple Bungalow

Bedroom 1:1 King bed and 1 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Family Room with Side Sea View
1

Family Room with Side Sea View

1 Queen bed and 1 Single bed
Has window
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Bungalow with Sea View
4

Bungalow with Sea View

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed and 4 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Seafront Superior Family Bungalow

Seafront Superior Family Bungalow

Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed and 2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Standard Bungalow With Sea View
2

Standard Bungalow With Sea View

1 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Queen Room with Sea View
1

Queen Room with Sea View

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Seafront Quadruple Bungalow
2

Seafront Quadruple Bungalow

Bedroom 1:2 Single bed and 1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Family Room with Sea View
4

Family Room with Sea View

2 Queen bed and 2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Ocean view
Electric fan
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews

8.3/10
Very Good
28 reviews
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Amenities8.3
  • Location8.3
  • Service8.3
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Activities & Amenities: Opportunities for yoga, excursions, snorkeling, and exploring local culture were widely appreciated. The calm ambiance and hammocks under palm trees were ideal for relaxation. The pool also received praise for its stunning views.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 30, 2025
Séjour mitigé à l’hôtel Karamba – Vue magnifique, accueil déplorable Nous avons séjourné quelques jours à l’hôtel Karamba à Zanzibar et notre expérience a été en demi-teinte. Les points positifs : L’hôtel offre une vue absolument époustouflante sur l’océan. Un véritable plaisir au lever comme au coucher du soleil. Le personnel (hors management) est chaleureux, attentionné et très sympathique. La cuisine est vraiment excellente : les repas inclus dans la demi-pension étaient variés, frais et savoureux. Nous avons pu conserver une chambre entre le check out et notre départ vers l’aéroport. Les aspects négatifs : La manager n’est ni sympathique ni disponible : elle évite délibérément les clients et prétend ne pas être sur place lorsqu'on demande à lui parler. Elle parle parfaitement le français mais fait semblant que non. L’établissement est vieillissant. Le confort des chambres est très moyen), la décoration est datée, et l’eau chaude n’est pas toujours disponible en suffisance (ex : chambre Koko1). L’hôtel est isolé : il faut absolument un véhicule pour se rendre au village de Kizimkazi. Aucun accès à une bouteille d’eau gratuite n’est prévu – ce qui est étonnant dans cette gamme d’hôtellerie. La manager, contrairement à son personnel, nous a dit que l’eau courante était potable, et que si nous tombions malades, ce ne serait « pas la faute de la direction » (!). Les serviettes de plage sont inadaptées, lorsqu’il y en a… : il s’agit de nappes synthétiques impossibles à utiliser pour se sécher. L’utilisation des serviettes de chambre à la plage est par ailleurs interdite. Conclusion : Un cadre magnifique et une restauration de qualité, mais le manque d’hospitalité, l’inconfort général des chambres et l’attitude de la direction gâchent malheureusement ce qui aurait pu être un très bon séjour.
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
February 12, 2025
This hotel is set at one end of a white-sand beach in a cove near the Southern tip of Unguja, enclosed in a bay and by a tidal reef and is part of the small fishing village of Dimbani, which is much quieter and less touristy than the neighbouring Kizimkazi Mkunguni. It is a staggeringly beautiful place with crystal clear waters which can be reached either by the beach of steps leading down from the hotel grounds, at least at high water. There is also a pool which has fantastic views out to sea but which offers little shade during the hottest times of the day. It is the perfect place to recover after a long flight or to escape the hassles and hustles of Stonetown. It is self-contained and the food is amazing, especially the seafood. It is easy and reasonably cheap to get a taxi to Mkunguni, which has many more hotels, bars and restaurants and has expanded rapidly through tourists staying there to go swimming with dolphins. At least one operator also runs from Dimbani itself. The resort ticks pretty much every box in terms of the beauty of its location and its peacefulness and even has a semi- resident colobus monkey who appears from time to time in the trees which shade the terrace. My only reservations are that it felt a bit too self-contained after a couple of days and there is very little within easy walking distance apart from two other lodges or hotels and a very small bar and shop in the village. The only real issue I had was with bees which are very keen on joining the guests at breakfast, especially if they were eating the delicious local honey with the equally delicious pancakes.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 19, 2025
Très bon accueil de la part de Gemma et de son équipe. Un endroit magique et privilégié où chaque bungalow a le droit à sa vue sur mer. Une boutique où Gemma vous aura déniché des petites choses que vous aurez envie de ramener à la maison. Propre, bien entretenu avec de très bon plats. Muchas gracias / Assenté Sana
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 16, 2025
True feeling of Africa. Perfect location. Excellent meals and service in a warm authentic and joyful atmosphere. Very good for women travelling alone. I will come back for sure and I recommend it. Great spot for diving with one of the few coral reef alive.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 14, 2025
A tropical garden by the coast. Very very nice rooms and a friendly and helpful staff. Food is fresh and delicious. Sunrises and sunsets from the continous clifts are musts. Tides are large and allow infinite walks on spot. I heavily recomend this site.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 14, 2025
Lo mas auténtico de Zanzíbar Mi habitación “Mwezi” tenía unas vistas maravillosas al mar desde la cama, desde el baño, desde todas partes ! Mires donde mires encuentras detallitos hechas con trozos de la naturaleza. Sus jardines están llenos de flores, pájaros y monos. La comida deliciosa, el ambiente muy agradable. Todo muy limpio y cuidado. Volveré pronto! Món de marroc món viatges
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 14, 2025
Perfektes Hotel für einen Traumurlaub! Unser Aufenthalt in diesem Hotel auf Sansibar war einfach fantastisch! Die Anlage ist wunderschön gestaltet, mit viel Liebe zum Detail und einer traumhaften Lage direkt am Sandstrand. Unser Zimmer war das Bamboo 3 - eine Hütte , einfach gehalten, aber geschmackvoll eingerichtet und sauber – mit viel Privatsphäre. Besonders begeistert waren wir vom freundlichen Personal, das stets bemüht war, unseren Aufenthalt unvergesslich zu machen. Das Essen war ein weiteres Highlight! Alles frisch & lokal. Auch die Cocktails an der Strandbar waren ausgezeichnet! Die Freizeitmöglichkeiten waren vielfältig: von Schnorcheln und Tauchen , einfach das Dorf entdecken - es gab so viel zu erleben. Dieses Hotel hat all unsere Erwartungen übertroffen, und wir können es jedem wärmstens empfehlen, der einen unvergesslichen Urlaub auf Sansibar erleben möchte. Wir kommen definitiv wieder!
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K‍i‍n‍g‍D‍a‍v‍e‍4‍2
December 30, 2024
We booked as a honeymoon destination after staying a week in Nungwi (amazing) and had a quiet relaxing pampered 9 days in mind. Unfortunately the lodge really needs some attention to the maintenance to warrant the prices charged. Our room’s roof (thatch) was covered in a tarpaulin after being damaged from either rains, wind or monkeys and was nowhere near the level of readiness to accept paying guests. Overall the accommodation and general infrastructure needs a jack up. Food was amazing. Location is great. Service was good but it just didn’t tick all the boxes we needed so we checked out early and found another place that did. Yes, it’s an island of the coast of East Africa and that comes with its challenges. Some places get it right.

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Spa
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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More Amenities
Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Health & Wellness
Activities
Public Areas
Cleaning Services
Facilities for Children
Business Services
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 13:30–23:30
Check-out: Before 10:30

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
TypeWestern
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowed on requestFree
Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats

Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 26
With a stay at Karamba in Kizimkazi, you'll be on the beach, just a 3-minute walk from Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque and 5 minutes by foot from Dimbani Beach. This beach hotel is 13.1 mi (21.2 km) from Jambiani Beach and 17.9 mi (28.7 km) from Paje Beach.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.

Enjoy local and international cuisine at MISUNU, a beachfront fine-dining restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 individually decorated guestrooms. Rooms have private furnished lanais. Wired internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel?

The cancellation policy for Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel?

Standard check-in time at Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel is 13:30-23:30 and check-out time is 10:30.

What amenities and services are available at Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel ?

Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel offer top amenities and services include Shuttle service.

Does Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel provide breakfast?

Yes, Breakfast is offered at Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel. Breakfast option(s): Western.

Can I bring my pet inside the Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel?

Pets are allowed on request at Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel. Charges may be applicable.

How far is the Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel from the closest airport?

The closest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, and it is about 1 hour 13 mins from hotel by car (59.0 km).

Is airport shuttle service offered by Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel ?

Yes, at Karamba Eco Boutique Hotel, an airport shuttle is available. We suggest you call ahead to confirm details.

About This Property

Nearest AirportAbeid Amani Karume International Airport
Distance to Airport59.03KM
Nearest Train StationCentral Railway Station
Distance to Train Station140.17KM
Average Price FromPHP10925
Hotel Star Rating4