Karabai Villa
Villa in Unguja North Region
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more
About this villa rental
Situated in Matemwe, 6 km from Dive Spot, Karabai Villa features an outdoor pool and spa centre. Mnemba Island is 7 km from the property. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Beachfront or waterfront
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Unguja North Region
Available Rooms
Villa
1 Double • 1 Double • 1 Double • 1 Double • 5166 ft²
Sleeps 10
+
You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing
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Ratings and reviews
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5.0 / 5.0
The villa is exquisite - beautifully appointed - with four sizeable bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities. The views over the infinite pool to the Indian Ocean are spectacular. The staff are very friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Our host Ali arranged numerous excursions, taxis etc.The in -house chef is excellent and the food was as good or better than anything we encountered when eating out and included grilled lobster on our last night which was perfect.
We particularly enjoyed an early morning boat trip - being picked up from the steps below the villa - to swim with dolphins and then snorkel among a thousand fish.
This is a very special, luxurious experience for a family group such as ours and could not be faulted.
The property is somewhat isolated - although at low tide you can walk along the beach for 20 minutes to a number of restaurants / hotel complexes. The best of these was the Sevi Boutique Hotel where we had a great lunch. The isolation actually suited us as a group perfectly.
4.5 / 5.0
Staff were super, helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Great food & very comfortable.
We wanted a rest & certainly got it, we did nothing for 12 days. What more could we ask.
The bad state of the road makes the villa seem very isolated.
A little updating to property would make it perfect, which I believe is due soon.
5.0 / 5.0
It was amazing holiday for me. The stuff are very kind and helpful. They are just doing their job then they disappear after that all villa, garden, pool will be belong to you. If you want to spent a good time along with your family that villa can be a good choice.
It will be better if breakfast has more variety. It is little bit simple and they serve few items.
4.0 / 5.0
Location is incredible, really modern place and staff really helpful.
Although they say to accept payments with Amex, it was not. They charge a supplement for paying with card unannounced/advised, 30 USD in my case.
5.0 / 5.0
- View was breathtaking. The infinity pool overlooking the ocean was spectacular. The garden and the terrace outside the house were outstanding! Everything was also clean and in good order.
- The house itself was spacious and well-kept. The rooms were beautiful, the kitchen well-equipped and the furniture all over was comfortable and in good shape. Toilets were also comfortable and regularly cleaned.
- Food was excellent in all meals. The chef really knows his seafood!
- On top of that, the staff were amazing. The house manager was very helpful. The ladies in the staff team were outstanding and super friendly. Smiles in every greeting and very warm attitude throughout the stay. A special thank to Latifa and Dolores for making our stay memorable.
Just a point for improvement: you can’t fill the bathtub in the master bedroom because the drain leaks the water out. Also the hot water in the master bedroom runs out too soon.
5.0 / 5.0
Loved this visit so much and can’t say enough good things about it. The staff were fantastic, so helpful and friendly. Mealtimes were perfect, amazing food in such a special setting. Latifa, Doris and the chef looked after us so well and the house manager Ali was perfect, really going the extra mile to make our stay special.
The house is enormous with so many places to sit and have quiet time or to sit with a group. The pool is excellent (though I’d recommend cutting the hedge because it interrupts the infinity edge effect of the pool). And the private steps down to the beach made it feel extra special! Ali arranged for us to go to Mnembe for snorkelling and a boat picked us up and dropped us off right at the steps. Then when we got back breakfast was all prepared for us. Such a highlight!
The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the entire group was really happy, including two kids who everyone also looked after really well. Lots of super thoughtful touches everywhere and we were in love with the whole experience.
Our stay was amazing but a few things to bear in mind:
There are three bedrooms, not four as listed on Booking.com. Plenty of beds and we had plenty of space for our group size but if you want four bedrooms it’s something to be aware of.
The location is perfect for going snorkelling or having private time with your group, but you won’t be popping out to a restaurant or shops or to a grocery store as those are pretty far.
5.0 / 5.0
The whole team was very friendly and they cared for us in the best way. We enjoyed having our own meals and our own facilities including pool and big living room, etc. Thank you, Ali, Jenny, Kundi and Hadji!!!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Everything!
Nothing!
4.5 / 5.0
lovely house and location. amazing nature surrounding it
need some maintenance - water leakage, floor around the pool not in good condition,
pool lights dangerous for kids
4.0 / 5.0
Beautiful Villa in every way! The staff under the house manager, Ali were so amazing. The chef makes delicious meals. Ali arranged a driver to take us around to all of our locations which was so convenient. An amazing place to stay in!
The WiFi gave us problems throughout our stay. As tourists we need WiFi to stay in touch with the outside world. The villa needs unlimited WiFi router, the small dongle was frustrating.
5.0 / 5.0
Very quiet, away from the busy hotels and harassing beach boys. This is an excellent place to spend quality time with the family. Ali and his team do everything to make your stay very comfortable - we will miss the place!
Nothing
5.0 / 5.0
The team (Ali, Kundi, Jenny, Latifa, Kapachi and Haji) is just great and wonderful. They make you feel home and allow you to rest and enjoy your time. And many thanks to Ali who advised us on places to see and organized everything for the visits.
Bathroom fittings can be improved or replaced.
4.5 / 5.0
Staff were amazing, house was clean and very nice, view is extraordinary
We would recommend for sure
The road
5.0 / 5.0
Friendly staff, great location and exceptional views
4.5 / 5.0
Great staff who helped us with all that we needed
Beautiful villa overlooking the sea
Multiple spaces to relax and lounge
Great flexibility in terms of food options
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Unguja North Region?
The average price for a rental in Unguja North Region is R 2,028 per night. This rental is R 1,173 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Karabai Villa. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Karabai Villa. Enjoy the water!
Is Karabai Villa pet friendly?
Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Karabai Villa?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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