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Top Trending Hotels Near Prison Island

Emerson Spice Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"Incredibly historic building with unique individually decorated rooms! Perfect location for walking around Stonetown. Delicious breakfast served on rooftop! Request Belle room if you don't want a lot of stairs. It has a huge balcony along the front of the building so it's fun to see tourists stop and take photos!"
Emerson Spice Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (851)
"Great breakfast and location "
Tembo House Hotel

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (126)
"Had one peaceful night stay. The room was spotless. The bathroom was very clean and spacious. "
The price is P11,476
P13,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

Hanaia House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (28)
"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"
Hanaia House

Maru Maru Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (542)
"It is well situated and gives you a true sense of being in Stonetown. The dining options were not that plentiful though. "
Maru Maru Hotel

Freddie Mercury Apartments

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Great area, this is literally the building where Freddie Mercury lived, apartment with unique old zanzibari character, great location - near to beach, stone town and night market, great breakfast. Loved it."
Freddie Mercury Apartments

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"The hotel was clean good food & Every one was very helpful & Nice I will always book with Neela when in stone town "
The price is P27,050
P33,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (158)
"They are just amazing. Lovely people"
The price is P5,325
P6,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Jafferji House

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (197)
"This hotel is a beautiful old original Arab style house in stone town full of original features and decor. Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. I rea example of a comfortable hotel with the genuine Swahili coast experience"
The price is P7,758
P8,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Jafferji House

Spice Tree by Turaco

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (496)
"Stone Town!"
The price is P9,290
P11,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Spice Tree by Turaco

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (250)
"Wonderful hotel and breakfast!"
The price is P23,269
P27,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Spice Palace Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (135)
"Great location good service excellent breakfast"
The price is P14,033
P16,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Spice Palace Hotel

Mangrove Lodge

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Beautiful oasis of calm and relaxation! "
Mangrove Lodge

Horizon Palace

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (16)
"Beautiful place, very nice staff, walkable within Stone town. Dated bathrooms but great experience "
The price is P4,247
P6,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Horizon Palace

Forodhani Park Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (120)
"Excellent location. "
Forodhani Park Hotel

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130)
"Quaint location. You may have to contend with load (power) sharing. No TVs (fine with me). Good location for solo travelers."
The price is P6,756
P8,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390)
"The property is really beautiful and has a lovely restaurant on the second floor with a great view of the ocean. My only complaint is that they didn't have a beer/wine selection, but that was minor."
The price is P7,198
P8,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzi House

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (42)
"Lovely little hotel old style Very friendly staff busy location everything is around .me and friends love the place if I go back I wold love to stay there again "
The price is P2,937
P3,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Zanzi House

Beyt al Salaam

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (153)
"This was our second time staying at Beyt al Salaam. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. From start to finish, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and always helpful. People went out of their way to help us. The room was kept clean and serviced. There is a restaurant that serves delicious food. The hotel is conveniently located in a lovely part of Stonetown and near to the beach. What made this stay so wonderful was the staff at the hotel who are simply brilliant. Thank you!"
The price is P4,922
P6,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Beyt al Salaam

The Swahili House

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (63)
"Great friendly staff Unique well kept older building with a central location and access to the markets right outside the door "
The Swahili House
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Destinations near Changuu Island

Freddie Mercury Museum

Freddie Mercury Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Freddie Mercury Museum during your travels in Zanzibar Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Jaw's Corner

Jaw's Corner

You can find out about the history of Zanzibar Town with a stop at Jaw's Corner. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Prison Island?

Prison Island is located in an area of Changuu Island known for its array of dining options. You'll find 226 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Prison Island?

Tembo House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Prison Island. Other good options within 5 miles include Maru Maru Hotel and Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Prison Island?

Expedia has 226 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Prison Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Prison Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Prison Island.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Prison Island?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Prison Island, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Prison Island?

House of Wonders, Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), and Freddie Mercury Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Old Fort, Slave Market, and Mbweni Ruins to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Forodhani Gardens, Chapwani Island, and Masingini Forest.