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Top 10 Hotels Near Prison Island

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Bar (on property)

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 RM1,848
RM2,298 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Emerson Spice Hotel
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

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
Zanzibar Coffee House
Exterior

Zanzibar Coffee House

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (78)
"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 RM461
RM531 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Zanzibar Coffee House
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (250)
"Wonderful hotel and breakfast!"
The price is RM1,741
RM2,054 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Zanzi Resort
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Zanzi Resort

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (137)
"It was the best resort ever Everything was superb"
Zanzi Resort
Shaba Boutique Hotel
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Shaba Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"Good place for an overnight stay"
The price is RM596
RM728 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Shaba Boutique Hotel
Hanaia House
Courtyard

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
Mangrove Lodge
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Mangrove Lodge

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

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (138)
"I stayed at Zanzibar Palace Hotel from June 8 to June 10 and had an amazing experience. The hotel is full of character, with beautiful Zanzibari decor and a peaceful atmosphere. The staff were incredibly warm and helpful, the breakfast was delicious, and the location was perfect—close to all the sights, yet quiet at night. A true gem in Stone Town. Highly recommended!"
The price is RM554
RM679 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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 RM858
RM1,029 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
Spice Tree by Turaco
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views

Spice Tree by Turaco

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (496)
"Stone Town!"
The price is RM694
RM841 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Spice Tree by Turaco
Emerson on Hurumzi
Terrace/patio

Emerson on Hurumzi

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"Beautifully unique rooms. Super friendly and kind staff. Definitely recommend the dinner on the rooftop. Everything was amazing!"
The price is RM464
RM568 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Emerson on Hurumzi
Maru Maru Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Maru Maru Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (543)
"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
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Courtyard

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."
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Jafferji House
Living area

Jafferji House

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (198)
"Absolutely beautiful and historic hotel near shopping, dining and city sights. "
The price is RM579
RM666 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Jafferji House
Dhow Palace Hotel
Property entrance

Dhow Palace Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (332)
"Had a lovely stay."
Dhow Palace Hotel
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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 RM506
RM616 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK
Spice Palace Hotel
View from room

Spice Palace Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (135)
"Great location good service excellent breakfast"
Spice Palace Hotel
Hiliki House
Restaurant

Hiliki House

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (41)
"PLEASE BE AWARE. This place overbooks clients so when you arrive they say there is NO reservation under your name. Then they send you to another location of much lower quality. People at the new location confirmed that they do this all the time. It is not a mistake but rather a scam. I left that second location and was lucky to find a nice hotel nearby for the same price. I did get a refund but most people will probably stay where they are forced to stay due to lack of options and uncertainty. I...
Hiliki House
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
On the beach

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (77)
"Great staff, food, bar, room, ocean view, ocean access, pool, transportation, and convenience! "
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
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Top Prison Island Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"It is well situated and gives you a true sense of being in Stonetown. The dining options were not that plentiful though. "
Marion 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Maru Maru Hotel

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 225 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 traveller 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 are there close to Prison Island?

Expedia has 225 hotels and other accommodation options 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 hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Prison Island.

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 the natural beauty of Chapwani Island, Forodhani Gardens and Masingini Forest.