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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 Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Zanzibar Coffee House

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (76)
"A beautiful hotel, with lovely friendly happy staff, who always gave a huge morning welcome at breakfast time. Delicious healthy breakfast and the best coffee, I've tasted in a long time, I had to go back for another. I felt very safe and it's in a great location to get to/from the ferry and to walk around to the shops and restaurants. "
The price is P6,084
P6,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Zanzibar Coffee House

Emerson Spice Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (79)
"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

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (248)
"Wonderful hotel and breakfast!"
The price is P22,963
P27,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Zanzi Resort

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (137)
"It was the best resort ever Everything was superb"
The price is P26,496
P31,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Zanzi Resort

Shaba Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"I glhighly recommend this hotel. Mr. Dennis and his staff was excellent and made our hotel vosit pleasant."
The price is P7,066
P8,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Shaba Boutique Hotel

Mangrove Lodge

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

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (137)
"Great staff… bathrooms could use a refresh.. great location.. though a bit difficult to find.. overall.. outstanding value .. the staff are superb!!!"
The price is P7,301
P8,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (228)
"Wonderful and very special hotel"
The price is P18,989
P22,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123)
"Had one peaceful night stay. The room was spotless. The bathroom was very clean and spacious. "
The price is P9,813
P11,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

Hanaia House

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (24)
"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"
Hanaia House

Spice Tree by Turaco

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (495)
"Stone Town!"
The price is P7,924
P9,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Spice Tree by Turaco

Emerson on Hurumzi

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Beautifully unique rooms. Super friendly and kind staff. Definitely recommend the dinner on the rooftop. Everything was amazing!"
The price is P6,133
P7,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Emerson on Hurumzi

Maru Maru Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (538)
"Very comfortable beds, clean bathroom, air-conditioned, great rooftop restaurant, live entertainment, central location."
The price is P11,003
P13,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Maru Maru Hotel

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (126)
"Quaint location. You may have to contend with load (power) sharing. No TVs (fine with me). Good location for solo travelers."
The price is P7,458
P9,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (381)
"The position and staff. The staff are extremely welcoming and the position is fairly central in Stone Town"
Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Jafferji House

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (195)
"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 P6,438
P7,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Jafferji House

Dhow Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (331)
"Warm and friendly and very helpful staff"
Dhow Palace Hotel

Forodhani Park Hotel

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

Spice Palace Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (133)
"Great location good service excellent breakfast"
The price is P10,201
P12,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Spice Palace Hotel
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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 216 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 Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique and Maru Maru Hotel.

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

Expedia has 216 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.