Karabai Villa
Matemwe, Po box 152
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Why people book this hotel
“From the moment we arrived, Ali and the whole staff were incredibly welcoming an…”
“The staff were fantastic, so helpful and friendly”
“No beach due to the ties but you can access a beautiful white strip of beach dur…”
“The location is breath-taking, offering amazing views and a great atmosphere tha…”
“The house is enormous with so many places to sit and have quiet time or to sit w…”
“The villa is exquisite - beautifully appointed - with four sizeable bedrooms, al…”
“The pool is excellent (though I’d recommend cutting the hedge because it interru…”
“The views over the infinite pool to the Indian Ocean are spectacular”
“I really didn’t prefer the breakfast there”
“As previous reviews have noted, Ali and his team are wonderful, the prepared bre…”
“A cook and cleaning staff are there for you to prepare delicious meals and take …”
“Everything was perfect, the hosting, the rooms, the location, the cleanliness”
Overview
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. Featuring a balcony, the air-conditioned accommodation features a dining area and a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV. There is also a kitchen, fitted with an oven. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine. There is a private bathroom with a bath in every unit. Bed linen is offered. Karabai Villa also includes a sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and restaurant. The property has a private beach area and bike hire is available. Car hire is available at the property and the area is popular for snorkelling and windsurfing. You can engage in various activities, such as diving, cycling and fishing. Muyuni Beach is 9 km from Karabai Villa. The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, 56 km from Karabai Villa.
Traveller reviews
Guest
family_with_children
April 6, 2026
“Amazing time in pradise”
Located in front of the sea, with private access to the water and amazing views. No beach due to the ties but you can access a beautiful white strip of beach during the morning for pictures. The house is modern and very well equipped. The Manager helps you organize all your excursions and occasional shopping. A cook and cleaning staff are there for you to prepare delicious meals and take care even of your laundry. Amazing.
zak
family_with_children
December 23, 2025
The maharage (beans) had small bugs in it. I really didn’t prefer the breakfast there
Matt
family_with_children
February 10, 2025
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Experience!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Experience! From the moment we arrived, Ali and the whole staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making us feel right at home. The food was absolutely delicious—every dish was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavor. The location is breath-taking, offering amazing views and a great atmosphere that added to the overall experience. Hospitality was top-notch; everyone went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend this place—can’t wait to come back!
Marcel
family_with_children
February 1, 2025
“The best”
Everything
Thea
family_with_children
January 25, 2025
“As amazing as we had hoped!”
The perfect retreat to completely relax in peace. As previous reviews have noted, Ali and his team are wonderful, the prepared breakfasts (and other meals if you want them) are great, the pool is fantastic for kids, and there are many spots around the house to lounge about. Really glad we chose to stay here as opposed to the northern beaches. Ali arranged a day trip there which was great and then we returned to the serenity and space of this beautiful private villa.
Amy
family_with_children
January 12, 2025
“Gorgeous house in a gorgeous spot and staff make it extra special”
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.
Lisa
family_with_children
October 24, 2024
“Peace and Relaxation!”
Staff were amazing -thank you Ali and team. Great chef and food was yummy and we didn't have to lift a finger. Beautiful place.
David
extended_group
October 24, 2024
“I could not recommend this property more highly.”
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.
Marcel
family_with_children
August 26, 2024
“The best”
Everything
Laurene
family_with_children
July 29, 2024
“Amazing stay”
The staff was amazing (thank you Adil, Jenny and Lucy) and helpful, the villa and view are beautiful, it’s in a quiet area which was great after 2 weeks in Paje/Jambiani. The breakfast is really good and the chef cooked for us what we wanted every evening. We loved every bit of our stay
Stewart
extended_group
December 15, 2023
“Was enjoyable and will recommend it”
Breakfasts were good. Loved the private pool and the view. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Matthias
family_with_children
August 23, 2023
“Great stay in an amazing place”
(Almost) everything. the facility is amazing, the place gives you perfect privacy and the host and staff is super friendly. it would be a 10/10 property if there was not 'but'...
Joannah
family_with_children
August 15, 2023
“An absolute gem of a find, the people, the property, the location… perfect !!”
Everything was perfect, the hosting, the rooms, the location, the cleanliness.
johanna
extended_group
August 5, 2023
“paradijs”
perfect
Gill
family_with_children
January 25, 2023
“Laid back”
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.
Serdar
family_with_children
December 11, 2022
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.
Alvaro
couple
August 15, 2022
Location is incredible, really modern place and staff really helpful.
Amy
family_with_children
May 29, 2022
“Gorgeous house in a gorgeous spot and staff make it extra special”
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.
Sabine
family_with_children
April 27, 2022
“Wonderfull”
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!!!!!
Kaspars
solo_traveller
February 17, 2022
“Fabulous!”
Everything!
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Windsurfing, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Private beach area, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Spa facilities, Beach
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking, Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool
Services
Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Shared lounge/TV area, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Packed lunches, Car hire, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Ironing service
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