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The Rock Ocean View Hotel

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
Free WiFi
Exterior
Front of property
Front of property

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr

Explore the area

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Bububu Off Malawi Road, Bububu, Mjini Magharibi Region
  • Place, Nungwi Beach
  • Place, Masingini Forest
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiwengwa Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single Room | Bathroom

Deluxe Single Room

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Bububu

At The Rock Ocean View Hotel you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Chapwani Island and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Siso Spice Farm. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .At the hotel's own beach bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Bububu hotel, you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Kidichi Spice Farm and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Masingini Forest.

What's nearby

  • Masingini Forest - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Forodhani Gardens - 14 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Nakupenda Beach - 15 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Shangani Beach - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Kiwengwa Beach - 40 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forodhani Park - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lukmaan Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Livingstone Beach Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪House of Karafuu - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Secret Garden - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Rock Ocean View Hotel

A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the beach bar. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Rock Ocean View Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
The Rock Ocean View Hotel offers 10 accommodations with air conditioning. This Bububu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Rock Ocean View Hotel?

The Rock Ocean View Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rock Ocean View Hotel?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rock Ocean View Hotel on 18 Apr 2026 start from NZ$99, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Rock Ocean View Hotel?

Yep, The Rock Ocean View Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Rock Ocean View Hotel?

The closest beach to The Rock Ocean View Hotel is Shangani Beach (7.7 km).

Does The Rock Ocean View Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free on-the-go breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Rock Ocean View Hotel?

No, The Rock Ocean View Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Rock Ocean View Hotel?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Rock Ocean View Hotel?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Rock Ocean View Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Rock Ocean View Hotel Reviews

Reviews

4.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

2.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

SOPHIA, RALEIGH

Travelled with partner
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!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unsafe, bad neighborhood, multiple taxi drivers never heard of it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024