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Kartiffa Hotel

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#11 of 15 hotels in Antsiranana (Diego Suarez)
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Looking for a place to stay in Antsiranana (Diego Suarez)? Then look no further than Kartiffa Hotel, a budget friendly hotel that brings the best of Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) to your doorstep.

Rooms at Kartiffa Hotel offer air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi.

24 hour front desk, a concierge, and baggage storage are some of the conveniences offered at this hotel. A pool and an on-site restaurant will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Kartiffa Hotel, free parking is available.

While in Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) be sure to experience local tapas favourites at La Bodega.

We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Kartiffa Hotel as you experience everything Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) has to offer.

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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Restaurant
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
Massage
Baggage storage
Outdoor pool
Shuttle bus service
Car hire
Concierge
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Shared kitchen
Sun terrace
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Antsiranana (Diego Suarez) Madagascar
Kartiffa Hotel
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pickling wrote a review Oct 2017
new york756 contributions139 helpful votes
High flyers, don't come here. For the rest of us, there were some nice things here, but I wouldn't want to stay for more than a night or two at most. Room: simple and clean, but that doesn't include the bathroom. When there was water (hot water being a different issue altogether), I felt okay about washing my hands there, but not about getting in that shower setup. Maybe I'm a wuss (or not filthy enough), Reception, etc.: Desk folks were nice 90%. Got put in a dark, cold, room one of the nights we were there. They were not interested in shifting us to something less dark, etc... Wifi: sometimes, when there was electricity. AC: see above Neighborhood: I found from a local, after a couple of days, that tourists get fleeced on the streets with some frequency. Night walking from eating dinner did make me nervous. Good idea: don't walk around the outside of the hotel under windows, since the panes might just fall out if someone decides to open it up. I don't know if there are options that are in the general price range that are truly different and better.
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Date of stay: August 2017
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Upper floor overlooking the pool and ocean has the nicest light.
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grindstein wrote a review June 2017
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Well located hotel with nice view and simple and clean rooms. The food was ok and the stuff friendly and welcoming. But be aware that you are might be sourrounded by obvious sextourism what unfortunately seems to be quite normal in Diego Suarez.
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Date of stay: June 2017Trip type: Travelled with friends
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s_voltage wrote a review Apr 2017
london105 contributions27 helpful votes
The reception and security staff were very friendly. All rooms are family rooms with 1 double bed and 1 single bed. They are comfortable with fans/AC and mosquito nets. We liked the pool and sea view room. It was also larger and 20,000Ar more per night. It's well located and a short tuk tuk ride can go one way to the local restaurants for c.500-1000Ar per person depending on distance and time. The food was ok and served typical Malagasy dishes. However my friend found a beetle in her soup. On our last night we had to downsize to a smaller family room facing the main road. But later that evening we saw that our old room (and the rooms next door) were occupied by 6 old men with ladies of the night bouncing between rooms. Unfortunately this is quite common to see in the north of Madagascar. I imagine it's typical of most hotels in the area.
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Date of stay: April 2017Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Lee P wrote a review Feb 2017
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We arrived at the Kartiffa hotel as a couple looking for a get away and we found a simple and descent hotel with helpful and lively staff. The reception did the best to accommodate us as we came late at night. Rooms are simple but clean which is very important for us and obviously our host too. There a patio with a view into the bay and the greenery has added a touch of wildlife to this place. The pool is small in size but filled with sea water which I found extra ordinary. The WiFi works in the rooms at the best Malagasy internet can be offered. Food wise, we had a quick breakfast which was also descent. The guard was kind enough to get me some cigarettes somewhere out of the hotel, during my sleepless nights. We left our scooter in the hotel parking many times without any incident. All and all good experience here. With a bit of maintenance this would be a really great place. Thumbs up to the Kartiffa. We are already back after our Nosy be trip.
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Date of stay: February 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Danhudson87 wrote a review Dec 2015
Volterra, Italy7 contributions2 helpful votes
I arrived at Kartiffa hot and sweaty from the drive to the airport, delighted to be by the sea with a beautiful view of the peninsula. This was not to last, however - my room was on the top floor which meant, due to a combination of a powercut and an electric water pump, no light, fan, or running water. Fine when the ambient temperature is below 35C, a nightmare otherwise. The pool must have been shot from quite a creative angle in the trip advisor advert as in reality it is barely large enough to drown a zebu, should you be in the mood do so. The food was fine, the coffee genuinely the worst I've tasted in my two years in madagascar. Thumbs down!
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Date of stay: December 2015Trip type: Travelled on business
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Sharon G wrote a review Nov 2015
Tel Aviv, Israel85 contributions8 helpful votes
We stayed for 3 nights at hotel Kartiffa in Diego Suarez, and had a very pleasant stay. The rooms were big, tidy and clean, with hot water and air conditioning. Great view from the terrace to the bay. Sadly water wasn't always running , but it's manageable if waiting a bit. We enjoyed the town and the great restaurants, and afterwords we left for Ramena and its amazing beach.
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Date of stay: November 2015Trip type: Travelled with friends
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AlysonH123 wrote a review Apr 2013
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This lovely hotel was located near the main tourist street in Diego Suarez, close to restaurants, shops, street vendors, and a grocery store. The view from our room was beautiful - when the cars weren't parked in the driveway, you could see the bay from our window. Try to get an upper floor room, if you can. Staff were very friendly, and the room was clean. We really enjoyed using the pool after a day of sightseeing. Airport transfer was arranged, and free. The price was excellent! The only complaint we had was that breakfast was very very minimal and way overpriced. Despite that, we would highly recommend this hotel.
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Date of stay: April 2013
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Rooms on the upper floor with balconies have better views.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kartiffa Hotel
What are some of the property amenities at Kartiffa Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Kartiffa Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Kartiffa Hotel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Kartiffa Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Su e Giu, La Cambusa, and Le Melville.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Kartiffa Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Kartiffa Hotel have airport transportation?
Yes, Kartiffa Hotel offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.