Title: Karibu Maisha Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Karibu Maisha Lodge Family-friendly guesthouse with private beach and free valet parking ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969000/100968978/93261c21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969000/100968978/d865d563.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969000/100968978/ccd81e51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969000/100968978/f8eded54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969000/100968978/c6f56c46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Karibu Maisha is ideal for families and adventurers. Enjoy hiking and biking by day, then relax on the rooftop terrace with garden views in the evening. The property offers practical conveniences like laundry facilities, charcoal grills, and express check-in/out services. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Spa - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Parking included £27 includes taxes & fees 29 Nov - 30 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 27 - Nov 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=100968978&PinnedHotelID=100968978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=100968978&PinnedHotelID=100968978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 28 - Nov 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=100968978&PinnedHotelID=100968978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=100968978&PinnedHotelID=100968978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=100968978&PinnedHotelID=100968978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=100968978&PinnedHotelID=100968978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=100968978&PinnedHotelID=100968978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=100968978&PinnedHotelID=100968978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Comfort Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969000/100968978/79091dcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Ceiling fan - 312 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Family Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969000/100968978/8df92e14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Ceiling fan - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Standard Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969000/100968978/f61c5d9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace Ceiling fan - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKizimkazi-Hotels-Karibu-Maisha-Home.h100968978.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKizimkazi-Hotels-Karibu-Maisha-Home.h100968978.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-6.46075%2C39.48263&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7ZghgMrrEh9Edy6msfVIm0sh-sc=) House 30 Kizimkazi Mkunguni, Kizimkazi, Unguja South Region #### What's nearby - Kizimkazi Beach - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile - Jambiani Beach - 32 min drive - 19.8 miles - Kite Centre Zanzibar - 40 min drive - 25.8 miles - Paje Beach - 42 min drive - 26.4 miles - Pingwe Beach - 56 min drive - 36.1 miles #### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 95 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dining room, The Residence - ‬19 min drive - ‪Mnana Lodge - Bar - Restaurant - ‬8 min walk - ‪jumbo restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Pavilion Restaurant - ‬19 min drive - ‪Aya Beach Restaurant - ‬16 min walk ## About this property ### Karibu Maisha Lodge Family-friendly guest house Consider a stay at Karibu Maisha Lodge and take advantage of a corner/local shop, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the hiking/biking trails and spelunking at this guest house. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities. Other perks at this guest house include: - Free self-parking and valet parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and express check-out - Express check-in, luggage storage and scooter hire Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as fireplaces and furnished balconies, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces. Extra amenities include: - Highchairs, baby baths and children's books - Bathrooms with showers and soap - Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106090000/106088800/106088746/9983e044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tayana Place Kizimkazi - On private beach - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi £34 includes taxes & fees 29 Nov - 30 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=106088746&PinnedHotelID=106088746&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19851900/19851873/735f2670.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aya Beach Resort Kizimkazi - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 123 reviews £81 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=19851873&PinnedHotelID=19851873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16130000/16124600/16124504/a8f10e11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Reef Sport and Fishing Lodge & Bungalows Jambiani - 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30 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=119413443&PinnedHotelID=119413443&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Free valet parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person - A restaurant - Private picnics ### Things to do - Free bicycle rentals - Free children's club - Hiking/biking trails - Playground - Scooter/moped rentals - Spelunking - Water sports equipment ### Family friendly - Art supplies - Baby bath - Children's books - Children's games - Free babysitting - Free children's club - Free supervised activities for children - Grocery/convenience store - High chair - Laundry facilities - Musical instrument - Playground - Separate in-room dining area - Stroller ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Grocery/convenience store - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (weekly) - Proposal/romance packages ### Business services - Coworking space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Direct access to a private beach - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Rooftop terrace ### Spa - Spa services ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Smooth flooring in room - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchen island - Mixer - Separate dining area - Shared kitchen access - Toaster ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Fireplace - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Laptop-compatible safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions 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, key retrieval ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 8 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 mobile payments and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Karibu Maisha Karibu Maisha Home Karibu Maisha Lodge Kizimkazi Karibu Maisha Lodge Guesthouse Karibu Maisha Lodge Guesthouse Kizimkazi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Karibu Maisha Lodge pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Karibu Maisha Lodge? > As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karibu Maisha Lodge on 29 Nov 2025 start from £26.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kizimkazi-Hotels-Karibu-Maisha-Home.h100968978.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Karibu Maisha Lodge? > Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Karibu Maisha Lodge? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Karibu Maisha Lodge? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Karibu Maisha Lodge located? > This family-friendly Kizimkazi guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kizimkazi Beach, Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque and Dimbani Beach. Salaam Cave Aquarium and Mchangamble Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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