Title: The Rock Ocean View Hotel 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) # The Rock Ocean View Hotel Beachfront hotel for sun and fun ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/ab480283.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/87a03306.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/c8d0c322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/35b871fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/e891cd0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Rock Ocean View Hotel, in the business district, offers convenience and ocean views. Guests enjoy the beach bar, to-go breakfast, and dry cleaning/laundry services for a hassle-free stay. The 24-hour front desk provides tour assistance, and self-parking is free. 4.0 ## Popular amenities - Bar - On private beach - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 27 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 28 - Sept 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-28&endDate=2025-09-29&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-28&endDate=2025-09-29&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Deluxe Single Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/6369fa02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Single Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Beach view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/w1080h822x0y22-dae66fc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/w1080h822x0y22-dae66fc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Beach view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBububu-Hotels-The-Rock-Ocean-View-Hotel.h102412040.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBububu-Hotels-The-Rock-Ocean-View-Hotel.h102412040.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Bububu, The Rock Ocean View Hotel is in the business district and on a private beach. Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum) and House of Wonders are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Siso Spice Farm and Kidichi Spice Farm. [Visit our Bububu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bububu.dx6207418) ![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-6.09881%2C39.21381&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=m0wau28l0VHJ8KL5Hg4EuV6rdzA=) Bububu Off Malawi Road, Bububu, Mjini Magharibi Region ### What's nearby - Kidichi Spice Farm - 9 min drive - 2.5 miles - Slave Market - 14 min drive - 6.6 miles - Forodhani Gardens - 14 min drive - 6.8 miles - Shangani Beach - 15 min drive - 7.1 miles - Old Fort - 15 min drive - 7.1 miles ### Getting around - Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 37 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬10 min drive - ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬10 min drive - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬10 min drive - ‪Zenji Cafe &. Boutique - ‬9 min drive ## About this property ### The Rock Ocean View Hotel Hotel in the business district Take advantage of free on-the-go breakfast, a beach bar and a garden at The Rock Ocean View Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - A 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at The Rock Ocean View Hotel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54530000/54527700/54527626/13226f8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Golden Palm Boutique Zanzibar Chukwani - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids pool - Parking included 7.8 Good 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=54527626&PinnedHotelID=54527626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29420000/29414300/29414247/89b089f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mangrove Lodge Bububu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Free airport shuttle 9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=29414247&PinnedHotelID=29414247&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9242200/9242138/b6238fde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mizingani Seafront Hotel Stone Town - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 397 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9242138&PinnedHotelID=9242138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5430000/5427400/5427360/63dc0073.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maru Maru Hotel Stone Town - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 553 reviews £88 includes taxes & fees 18 Oct - 19 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5460000/5452600/5452593/0d5f322b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK Bububu - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 136 reviews £80 includes taxes & fees 29 Sept - 30 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=5452593&PinnedHotelID=5452593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A beach bar - A restaurant ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - On a private beach ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa ### More - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from 10 April 2025 to 1 April 2026 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 credit cards and cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as The Rock Ocean Hotel Bububu The Rock Ocean View Hotel Hotel The Rock Ocean View Hotel Bububu The Rock Ocean View Hotel Hotel Bububu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Rock Ocean View Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Rock Ocean View Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Rock Ocean View Hotel? > Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Rock Ocean View Hotel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Rock Ocean View Hotel located? > Nestled on the beach, this Bububu hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Chapwani Island, Masingini Forest and Siso Spice Farm. Kidichi Spice Farm is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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