[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 Travelers sip drinks at the beach bar with ocean views stretching before them, or find quiet moments in the garden's peaceful setting ![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/103000000/102420000/102412100/102412040/35b871fd.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) ![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) - 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 [Oct. 4 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=102412040&PinnedHotelID=102412040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&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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Airport (ZNZ) - 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 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 - Tour/ticket assistance and a 24-hour front desk 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 ![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 CA $77 CA $99 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=54527626&PinnedHotelID=54527626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, sun 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 CA $113 CA $141 total includes taxes & fees Oct 18 - Oct 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&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 398 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9242138&PinnedHotelID=9242138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun 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 556 reviews CA $119 CA $159 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=5427360&PinnedHotelID=5427360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 137 reviews CA $174 CA $214 total includes taxes & fees Oct 10 - Oct 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&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 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 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? > 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. 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