This beachfront property offers a peaceful getaway with amenities like a poolside bar and garden. Enjoy meals at the Asian restaurant, go scuba diving, or relax on sun loungers by the outdoor pool. The hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and arranges local tours.
Located in Kendwa, Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kendwa Beach and Nungwi Beach. Nungwi Natural Aquarium and Mnarani Natural Aquarium are also worth visiting. With snorkelling, windsurfing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Kendwa travel guide
Kendwa, Kendwa, 0000
What's nearby
Kendwa Beach
6 min drive - 2.3 km
Nungwi Beach
7 min drive - 4.5 km
Muyuni Beach
36 min drive - 21.9 km
Kiwengwa Beach
51 min drive - 31.6 km
Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium
8 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)
100 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurant Kendwa Rocks
2 min walk
Tam Tam Restaurant
8 min drive
The Corner
8 min drive
Makofi Pizza Bar
7 min drive
M&J Cafe
8 min drive
About this property
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel
Hotel near Nungwi Beach
Close to Kendwa Beach, Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and scuba diving. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site Asian cuisine restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Barbecues, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day
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.
Optional extras
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Kendwa Rocks Beach
Kendwarocks Bungalows Hotel Zanzibar
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel Hotel
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel Kendwa
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel Hotel Kendwa
Frequently asked questions
Does Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel?
As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel on 5 Apr 2026 start from Rp1.766.186, excluding 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 Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel?
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kendwa hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Kendwa Beach and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Nungwi Beach. Tazari Caves and Simba Padel are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
7.8
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 206 reviews
10 - Excellent
80
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 206 reviews
8 - Good
73
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 206 reviews
6 - Okay
29
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 206 reviews
4 - Poor
14
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 206 reviews
2 - Terrible
10
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Delesh
25 Dec 2025
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Amenities were excellent, would like to thank 2 staff members omar from reception and who Rachael from the breakfast and lunch areas, they went out of there way to keep us happy, Omar from
Sehr hübsches und gepflegtes Zimmer, jeden Tag wird sehr sauber und gründlich gereinigt in der ganzen Hotelanlage. Das Frühstücksbuffet ist hervorragend und vielfältig köstlich. Das gesamte Personal ist überall sehr freundlich, hilfsbereit und entgegenkommend. Die Hotelanlage liegt direkt am Strand, prächtig und stilvoll- man fühlt sich sehr willkommen und es bietet eine wohltuende Atmosphäre für einen paradiesischen Urlaub. Ich würde sofort wieder dahin kommen.
Alors, je ne pense pas être un client chiant. Mais, je travaille dans un hotel 4 étoiles comme chef de cuisine, j'ai pris poulpe 🐙 qui n'est pas top, si tu payes par carte 3% en plus et si tu payes par espèce 5% c'est incroyable. De plus l'hôtel son taux concernant l'échange entre l'euro et shilling. Le personnel est vraiment agréable et très calme.
Julien
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Tor
4 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice place, great breakfast, perfect beach wibes. Reception staff not very friendly or effective
Struttura un po’ datata ma con camere confortevoli. Un po’ troppa disorganizzazione e lentezza al ristorante ma camerieri sempre disponibili. La spiaggia è molto bella e la struttura offre lettini ed ombrelloni agli ospiti. In generale non si ha la sensazione di essere in una spiaggia zanzibarina perché è davvero sovraffollata e piena di venditori di oggetti ed escursioni (nella porzione di mare davanti ai lettini sfrecciano moto d’acqua e barche con musica ad ultimo volume e c’è addirittura una costruzione di gonfiabili in mezzo al mare che deturpano parecchio il paesaggio!)
Per chi vuole godersi la bellezza di Kendwa beach ma in un’atmosfera più rilassata e autentica forse sono consigliabili strutture nel tratto di spiaggia un po’ più a nord. Per chi cerca invece musica, confusione e intrattenimento Kendwa rocks è perfetta. Nel complesso, la valutazione della struttura è comunque positiva.
Un séjour incroyable ! L’accueil a été exceptionnel, surtout grâce à Fred et Neha qui ont été formidables du début à la fin. Toujours souriants, disponibles et aux petits soins, ils ont vraiment fait la différence et rendu notre expérience inoubliable. Merci encore pour tout, nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir !
Room door died twice. It was fixed once and the next time the door beeped all night because no one was there to fix it.
Otherwise, the rooms ans grounds were great. The beach views were amazing
Martina
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
kyle
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in staff were rude, 'going through the motions', not very polite.
This place is the beach resort experience we were looking for! Palapas, to lay under looking out over the beautiful sea, white sand, a pool and very friendly staff! The morning breakfast buffet had a lot of variety, the regular menu had plenty to choose from, and did I mention the staff was so pleasant!
We stayed in the least expensive rooms bc we weren’t planning to spend much time there, they were more than sufficient with a comfy bed, cool AC and hot shower! It is a long walk from the rooms to the beach with a lot of stairs, we enjoyed the walk but it is not ADA friendly.
We used the spa for a great haircut with Ali and lovely massages from Nuru, my son went sky diving with JJ, we booked an ATV tour with OSSELICHE Quad Tours and had a great time with Junior and crew. We had great service from Neha, Haji, Malele, Naheem, Frank and many others. And we enjoyed live entertainment, live music and bonfires at night. There may be more luxurious places but for our family with teens, it was perfect!
Kendwa Rocks: un buon villaggio!
Abbiamo alloggiato 10 giorni in una camera tipla molto bella e con giusti spazi (due bagni ma uno con solo doccia e lavabo e uno con solo wc e lavabo), segnalo solo la mancanza di un armadio in cui riporre le cose.
La zona ristorante è bellissima e soprattutto alla cucina VOTO 10, il cibo è buono e fresco e la scelta è molto ampia (sushi, pizza, italiano, locale ecc), il personale è gentile e disponibile ma i tempi di attesa sono troppo lunghi!
La zona spiaggia invece, non è molto curata ed i lettini sono molto vicini tra loro (alcuni anche sporchi o rovinati).
Non c’è un gruppo di animazione nel villaggio, ma alcuni giorni organizzano spettacoli, tutti i sabati c’è la festa in spiaggia con buffet e musica ed a giorni alterni è aperta la discoteca all’interno del villaggio (carina, musica prettamente locale).
Voto complessivo 9!
Martina
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Jacqueline
25 Jul 2025
Liked: Staff & service
For the price, we think this property could be better maintained. We had a leak in our sink that was unable to be fixed during our stay. The room could have been cleaner overall. However, the location was great on the beach and the food at the hotel was delicious and reasonably priced.
We booked an executive suit for three. The room was cleaned on daily basis. All amenities were functioning properly and we had a pool that was also cleaned everyday. The includes breakfast was satisfying and had everything we need. The beach was very close, the service in the beach was super fast. The prices in the restaurant is not cheap but also not too high to complain.
This is a great value resort with lovely staff right on a beautiful stretch of beach. The spa is amazing. The food is a bit hit and miss but we still dined here every night so it’s not terrible. The photos don’t really do it justice.
I have travel to many beach resorts. By far this was the best place I have stayed at. What made the stay fun and enjoyable was the staff. Every employee was friendly and outgoing. The front desk was very helpful. Answered any question and was helpful. I could name people but it would be to many, everyone was great. Would love to come back one day.
I had an incredible stay at this hotel. Very beautiful rooms, facilities and pool. The staff were so friendly, helpful and accommodating. The food was very good. I would definitely stay at this hotel again.
Un sejour en famille d’une semaine fantastique! Une plage magnifique !
Nous avons réservé un bungalow famille avec piscine privative. Le seul point négatif la climatisation car elle était mal placée dans l’habitation du coup elle refroidissait pas très bien la pièce principale avec les lits.
Le restaurant est topissime , un chef Tunisien excellent une multitude de plats pas chers et très bons, des serveurs toujours souriants et disponibles.
Point d’attention pour les personnes à mobilité réduite l’hôtel est essentiellement basé en hauteur avec beaucoup de marche à grimper pour se rendre à la réception ou au parking .
Ce sont vraiment les seuls points négatifs .