Title: The Rock Ocean View Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/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) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/e891cd0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&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) - 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 - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 19 - Nov. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 20 - Nov. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![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 ![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 Twin 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 Twin 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.ca/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.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBububu-Hotels-The-Rock-Ocean-View-Hotel.h102412040.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-6.09881%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 - Masingini Forest - 8 min drive - 2.5 km - Nakupenda Beach - 15 min drive - 11.7 km - Shangani Beach - 15 min drive - 11.3 km - Kiwengwa Beach - 42 min drive - 35.0 km - Muyuni Beach - 54 min drive - 35.3 km #### Getting around - Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Forodhani Park - ‬10 min drive - ‪House of Karafuu - ‬10 min drive - ‪Poa'zz Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Zenji Garden Café - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### The Rock Ocean View Hotel Hotel in the business district Take advantage of free to-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 assistance Room features All guestrooms at The Rock Ocean View Hotel have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun 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 140 reviews CA $291 CA $345 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=5452593&PinnedHotelID=5452593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118110000/118105400/118105308/2eb0a2c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hello Rafiki House - Stonetown Stone Town - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 2.0 1 review CA $32 CA $48 total includes taxes & fees Nov 20 - Nov 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=118105308&PinnedHotelID=118105308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97110000/97101000/97100924/a28542a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sulkhan Serviced Apartment Zanzibar Town - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 2.0 1 review CA $39 CA $78 total includes taxes & fees Nov 25 - Nov 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=97100924&PinnedHotelID=97100924&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37150000/37148600/37148543/d38974db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Featuring free WiFi, Rooftop Cafe ,close to ferry terminal & City attractions 7 Stone Town - Free WiFi - Air conditioning CA $49 CA $91 total includes taxes & fees Dec 1 - Dec 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=37148543&PinnedHotelID=37148543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite 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 elevator - 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 April 10 2025 to April 1 2026 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## 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 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 elevators ### 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? > 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? > Check-out 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. Ask a question ## The Rock Ocean View Hotel Reviews 4.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 2.0/10 Cleanliness ### 2.0/10 Staff & service ### 2.0/10 Amenities ### 2.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 2.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 2/10 Terrible #### SOPHIA Jan 4, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel has changed names and there is no signage showing the hotel location. The hotel is being managed by an Egyptian guy. This hotel is in need of alot of renovation. Expedia needs to remove them from posting fake information. Beds are broken, ceiling has big holes. it a a personal home and in very very poor condition. Not hot water. the lock you in the property we waited 30mins to have an attended let us out of the property so we can get dinner. the road is horrible no accessible. nightmare trip!!!! ##### SOPHIA Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joseph Dec 12, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Unsafe, bad neighborhood, multiple taxi drivers never heard of it. ##### Joseph Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Royal-Zanzibar-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h5563953.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunrise Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-Sunrise-Beach-Resort.h16382901.Hotel-Information) > > [Turaco Nungwi Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-DoubleTree-Resort-By-Hilton-Zanzibar-Nungwi.h3300267.Hotel-Information) > > [TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-TUI-Blue-Bahari-Zanzibar.h4532516.Hotel-Information) > > [Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information) > > [The Residence Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kizimkazi-Hotels-The-Residence-Zanzibar.h4261204.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Melia-Zanzibar.h1407257.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Banff National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.0-l602291-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Brubru Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Moshi-Hotels-Altezza-Lodge.h19686862.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels.d602873.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre Calgary Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Riviera-Plaza-And-Conference-Centre-Calgary-Airport.h428621.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information) > > [Africa Safari Selous](https://www.expedia.ca/Selous-Game-Reserve-Hotels-Africa-Safari-Selous.h8446485.Hotel-Information) > > [Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa](https://www.expedia.ca/Michamvi-Hotels-Konokono-Beach-Resort.h3881687.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Michamvi-Hotels-Le-Mersenne-Beach.h65725614.Hotel-Information) > > [Gran Melia Arusha](https://www.expedia.ca/Arusha-Hotels-Gran-Melia-Arusha.h34865479.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti](https://www.expedia.ca/Serengeti-National-Park-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Safari-Lodge-Serengeti.h2949601.Hotel-Information) > > [Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ngorongoro-Conservation-Area-Hotels-Ngorongoro-Serena-Safari-Lodge.h903728.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Downtown Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Montreal-Montreal-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-n6058201-0-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Downtown Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Edmonton-Edmonton-Hotels.0-n6057885-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hyatt Place Montreal - Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Montreal-Downtown.h41239.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Bluebay-Beach-Resort-And-Spa.h1867044.Hotel-Information) > > [Family Hotels in Caribbean](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Caribbean-Family-Hotel.0-0-d6022969-tFamilyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/dub/calgary-to-dublin) > > [Air Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Canada-Flights.cAC.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flair Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flair-Airlines-Flights.cF8.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/yvr/montreal-to-vancouver)