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Top 10 Hotels Near Prison Island

Property grounds
Melia Zanzibar
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (229)
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The price is RM 1,757
per night
24 May - 25 May
Melia Zanzibar
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TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (183)
"The facilities could be more updated for a 5 star hotel. Service was great. Alcoholic drinks need to be stronger - it tasted non alcoholic unless you asked for "stronger"."
The price is RM 1,039
per night
24 May - 25 May
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
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Diamonds Mapenzi Beach
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124)
"We decided to visit Zanzibar to get our dream beach wedding. The location, organisation and helpful staff of Diamonds Mapenzi Beach made it better that we could ever imagine and beyond our wildest dreams. "
The price is RM 562
per night
26 May - 27 May
Diamonds Mapenzi Beach
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TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"I stayed here for a week and every day I felt welcomed. I’ve already recommend this location to all my friends and family."
The price is RM 876
per night
29 May - 30 May
TOA Hotel & Spa Zanzibar
On the beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (215)
"Beautiful resort / friendly staff / few admin issues with check in and check out - but promptly rectify"
The price is RM 1,084
per night
28 May - 29 May
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
2 outdoor pools
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa Zanzibar - All Inclusive
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (51)
"The property was great , the staff was great however my stay was not pleasant due to beach vendors harassing tourist at all times I couldn’t go swim in ocean because they wouldn’t leave me alone, and even after I told them I was not interested in anything from them they proceeded to disrespect me and say rude things. Because of this I will only return to Zanzibar if the hotel has a private beach because the harassment from the local vendors and the so called “ Masai” people is wayyyyy too much,...
The price is RM 1,710
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa Zanzibar - All Inclusive
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (214)
"Great location and beautiful hotel "
The price is RM 1,853
per night
25 May - 26 May
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"This is an incredibly beautiful property with an amazing staff. It's a slice of paradise. "
The price is RM 2,460
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
3 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (634)
"Loved it!"
The price is RM 481
per night
26 May - 27 May
Tembo House Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Zanzi Resort
5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (118)
"Very private and very quiet"
The price is RM 1,997
per night
22 May - 23 May
Zanzi Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Zanzibar Bay Resort
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17)
"Great place to enjoy a vacation without breaking the bank. Excellent choices at the buffet, staff are extremely friendly and ready to make your stay comfortable "
The price is RM 392
per night
22 May - 23 May
Zanzibar Bay Resort
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, sea views
Mvuvi Boutique Resort
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (137)
"This was an amazing boutique property with pleasant and very helpful staff. With all that said, the only negative is the immediate area/neighborhood outside of the gate. The management should spend more to enhance the standard of the area and help the people living in that area. This would make it more inviting for guests like us who wanted to go fora walk the area."
The price is RM 585
per night
22 May - 23 May
Mvuvi Boutique Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, lifeguards on site
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (205)
"Great location, staff very courteous. I had a great room with a balcony facing the ocean. Very comfortable. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. "
The price is RM 1,381
per night
25 May - 26 May
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
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White Paradise Zanzibar
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24)
"Excellent staff, food was great, very comfortable beds and nice size room, downsize is not much to do around, beach is about 10 minutes away by car. "
The price is RM 356
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
White Paradise Zanzibar
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (134)
"The staff were friendly and very helpful. The rooms were beautiful and comfortable with interesting wood furniture. Overall, nice, clean and enjoyable. Massage was great. More sophisticated and relaxed than Stone Town and close to the airport. The restaurant is good but prepare for taking it pole, pole."
The price is RM 775
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Mbweni Ruins & Gardens
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Sunny Palms Beach Bungalows
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"This is an excellent escape from a stressful world. If you want to chill and read a book at the pool or take a walk along the beach, this is the place for you. If you’re looking for nightlife and excitement, you might want to try elsewhere. I would go back in a minute."
The price is RM 421
per night
22 May - 23 May
Sunny Palms Beach Bungalows
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (98)
"It’s was good, i enjoy my sea view too😊"
The price is RM 387
per night
23 May - 24 May
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (100)
"If you are on business trip or leisure and you want to be close to city and airport this is ideal location. The rooms are huge and very cozy. All rooms have Sea View and it has number of small boats for rent... like for fishing etc. Over the weekend there is waterpark which comes to life and it is amazing."
The price is RM 917
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Paradise Beach Resort
4.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (159)
"Excellent"
Paradise Beach Resort
On the beach
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (53)
"Lovely spot on ocean. Great staff that were very helpful."
The price is RM 641
per night
27 May - 28 May
Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
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RM356
Highest Price
RM2,460

Destinations near Changuu Island

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Zanzibar Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Zanzibar Town with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

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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 215 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 Park Hyatt Zanzibar and Zanzibar Palace Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Prison Island?

Expedia has 215 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 Hamamni Persian Baths to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Forodhani Gardens, Chapwani Island and Masingini Forest.

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Zanzi Resort

Zanzi Resort

5/5 Excellent
"Very private and very quiet"
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Zanzi Resort