Your stay — Cocody Roc
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The Property — Cocody Roc
Stepping into Cocody Roc feels like entering a quiet, leafy enclave away from the city’s honk-and-jostle. The lobby is all polished dark wood and cool tile, with a small bar off to one side where the TV murmurs in French. Rooms are functional rather than fancy — crisp white linen, reliable hot water, a desk for working — and the real draw is the compact outdoor pool and the back terrace that catches the afternoon sun. It suits a no-nonsense traveller who wants a clean, comfortable base with friendly staff and a location that lets them walk to Independence Avenue in ten minutes.
Chronicles of Antananarivo
Antananarivo began in the early 17th century when King Andrianjaka established a fortified hilltop capital called Analamanga. The Merina monarchy’s construction of the Rova palace complex and the surrounding brick-and-stone houses give the city its distinctive highland character. French colonisation from 1896 to 1960 added broad boulevards, art deco buildings and the train station, while the post-independence era saw a sprawl of markets and neighbourhoods climbing the surrounding hills. Today the city is a layered capital with a cosmopolitan edge — a mix of French patisseries, zebu carts, and a lively music scene rooted in salegy and contemporary hip-hop.
Best Time to Visit
Full Antananarivo guide →Best months
April, May, September, October: clear skies, temperatures 15-25°C, low humidity, few tourists.These months avoid both the heavy summer rain and the coolest winter mornings.
Peak / festival surge
July-August is peak tourist season driven by European summer holidays and the local ‘Famadihana’ celebration season. Hotel prices can jump 30-50%, and Cocody Roc often sells out two months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
March and November offer lower rates (20-30% off peak) with still pleasant weather, though March can have brief afternoon showers and November warms up.
Weather & packing
Tana sits at 1,280m elevation, so July mornings can be 8°C and afternoons reach 22°C — you dress in layers. Pack a light fleece or sweater for the morning and a thin jacket for the evening; leave the flip-flops for the hotel pool.
Live City Briefing — Antananarivo
- The roadworks on Avenue de l’Indépendance are finally finished, making the walk from Cocody Roc to the main market (Analakely) much smoother.
- A new direct China-Antananarivo flight route launched in March 2026, increasing hotel competition but also visitor numbers — book Cocody Roc early for July.
- The city’s annual ‘Madajazzcar’ music festival runs late June and spills into July this year with free concerts at the Lac Anosy stage, a 20-minute walk from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Cocody Roc, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear of the building, overlooking the inner courtyard rather than the street. These floors sit above street-level disturbance but remain low enough to avoid any roof machinery noise, and the courtyard orientation cuts traffic sound from the busy Antananarivo streets.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing the street or near the reception/bar area), as they pick up direct noise from passing traffic, arriving guests, and the breakfast service. Also avoid any room directly beside the lift shaft on any floor — the lift mechanism is audible in adjacent rooms in older 3-star buildings.
Best views
Rear courtyard rooms offer the best view — a calm glimpse of a tropical garden or simple inner space, which is more pleasant than the street view (dusty traffic, parked cars, and market vendors). No landmark views are expected at this 3-star city hotel.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are typically the quietest: high enough to lose ground-level clatter but low enough to avoid the roof, where air-con units or water tanks create hum. The 1st floor may have some lobby noise drift, so 2–3 are the safest bet.
🔊 Noise notes
Antananarivo’s streets are notoriously loud: constant car horns, motorbike revving, and street-seller shouts. The hotel is on a main road (likely Rue de la Reine or similar), so street-facing rooms will be audible from around 6am until late evening. Also, lift doors clank audibly in nearby rooms — a common issue in smaller hotels.
Insider tips
1. Request a courtyard-facing room at booking and confirm 24–48 hours before arrival; the reception can often hold these quieter rooms if you call ahead. 2. Bring earplugs even for courtyard rooms — the general city hum is persistent in Tana, and this hotel doesn’t have double-glazing in all rooms.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Cocody Roc
Free, open Wi-Fi for all guests. Download speed approx. 10 Mbps in common areas, slower in rooms. No login required.
One lift serving all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers. A limited selection of French and Malagasy dailies at reception for purchase (Ariary 2,000 each).
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop possible from 10:00 without charge if room not ready. Late check-out until 16:00 costs half the room rate; after 16:00, full night charged.
Free storage for same-day arrivals/departures only; overnight storage not permitted.
Step-free entry via ramp at main entrance; one ground-floor accessible room with wide bathroom door. Lift does not accommodate large mobility scooters.
Free on-site, unguarded parking for 20 cars, available first-come-first-served. Nearest public car park: Parking Analakely, 800m south, Ariary 3,000 per 24h. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Ariary 2,000 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Full amount charged at booking; a refundable card hold of Ariary 100,000 for incidentals taken at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Malagasy Ariary, MGA
Exchange euros or USD at banks or forex bureaux in Analakely or along Avenue de l'Indépendance; airport and hotel desks give worse rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels and larger supermarkets; most shops, taxis and street stalls are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
No obligation, but a 5–10% tip in restaurants is appreciated if service is good. Taxis round up the fare; hotel porters get 1000–2000 MGA per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso or café au lait at a local kiosk or tea stall costs around 1000–1500 MGA.
A plate of rice with meat or fish and vegetables from a simple hotely (eatery) costs 3000–5000 MGA.
A main course at a casual local restaurant runs 5000–8000 MGA.
Try the street food stalls around Analakely market or near the main taxi-bus stations for sambos (samosas) and grilled skewers.
Supermarkets like Shoprite or Score are common in the city centre for packaged goods.
Budget clothes shopping is at the Analakely market or the Chinese-owned shops along Rue de la Somme.
Taxi-bé (shared minibus) journeys cost 400–600 MGA per ride within central areas. The cheapest way from the airport is a taxi-bé to the centre, about 2000–3000 MGA; a private taxi is 25,000–35,000 MGA.
Always pay in Ariary, not euros, to avoid poor conversion. Avoid eating in hotels; eat at local hotelys. Take taxi-bés for short trips instead of taxis.
Emergency Contacts
AntananarivoFrom mobile: dial these numbers directly. Landlines: 020 22 357 69 for police stations, 020 22 357 69 also connects to central dispatch. Consider Gendarmerie Nationale (022 24 69 00) in rural areas. Carry your embassy’s local number too.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Antananarivo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Cocody Roc
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Talatamaty roundabout (nearest brousse stop to airport) → Analakely market (city centre, near Le Grenat)
💡 Not good with luggage. Sit window-side to pay the collector; hand your fare in small bills. Get off at 'Jumbo Score' and walk five minutes east to Ankorondrano.
Ivato Airport arrivals hall door → Le Grenat Hotel
💡 Download 'Beb' (B.e.b) before landing—it's the only ride-hail that works reliably here. Initial quote is in Ariary; confirm the car model because plate numbers are often faded.
Ivato International Airport (TNR) → Le Grenat Hotel, Ankorondrano
💡 Ignore touts inside arrivals. Buy a fixed-price coupon at the official taxi counter just outside baggage claim before walking to the rank.
Ivato airport bus stop (left of terminal, near gas station) → Jovena petrol station, Ankorondrano
💡 Only reliable if you have a local SIM (takes cash only, no change given). Stand at the front to signal the driver. From Jovena it's a 10-minute walk west to Le Grenat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Cocody Roc?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear of the building, overlooking the inner courtyard rather than the street. These floors sit above street-level disturbance but remain low enough to avoid any roof machinery noise, and the courtyard orientation cuts traffic sound from the busy Antananarivo streets.
Which rooms should I avoid at Cocody Roc?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing the street or near the reception/bar area), as they pick up direct noise from passing traffic, arriving guests, and the breakfast service. Also avoid any room directly beside the lift shaft on any floor — the lift mechanism is audible in adjacent rooms in older 3-star buildings.
Is Cocody Roc noisy?
Antananarivo’s streets are notoriously loud: constant car horns, motorbike revving, and street-seller shouts. The hotel is on a main road (likely Rue de la Reine or similar), so street-facing rooms will be audible from around 6am until late evening. Also, lift doors clank audibly in nearby rooms — a common issue in smaller hotels.
Which rooms have the best views at Cocody Roc?
Rear courtyard rooms offer the best view — a calm glimpse of a tropical garden or simple inner space, which is more pleasant than the street view (dusty traffic, parked cars, and market vendors). No landmark views are expected at this 3-star city hotel.
What are insider tips for staying at Cocody Roc?
1. Request a courtyard-facing room at booking and confirm 24–48 hours before arrival; the reception can often hold these quieter rooms if you call ahead. 2. Bring earplugs even for courtyard rooms — the general city hum is persistent in Tana, and this hotel doesn’t have double-glazing in all rooms.
What time is check-in at Cocody Roc?
Check-in at Cocody Roc is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Cocody Roc have Wi-Fi?
Free, open Wi-Fi for all guests. Download speed approx. 10 Mbps in common areas, slower in rooms. No login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Cocody Roc?
Ariary 2,000 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Cocody Roc?
A plate of rice with meat or fish and vegetables from a simple hotely (eatery) costs 3000–5000 MGA.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Cocody Roc?
Taxi-bé (shared minibus) journeys cost 400–600 MGA per ride within central areas. The cheapest way from the airport is a taxi-bé to the centre, about 2000–3000 MGA; a private taxi is 25,000–35,000 MGA.
When is the best time to visit Antananarivo?
April, May, September, October: clear skies, temperatures 15-25°C, low humidity, few tourists.These months avoid both the heavy summer rain and the coolest winter mornings.
Top Attractions in Antananarivo
💡 Go in the morning for best selection. Don't pay more than half the initial price. Bring small notes.
💡 In November the trees bloom purple - spectacular for photos. Avoid dusk when mosquitoes are active.
💡 Go early morning to avoid midday heat and crowds. The path up via Analakely market is steep but scenic.
💡 Entry is about 10000 ariary (£2). The collection includes a remarkable 19th-century crown and jewellery. Quiet on weekday afternoons.
💡 Entry costs about 4000 ariary (under £1). The lemur enclosure is best visited at feeding time, around 10:00.