⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Prison Island for 2025

Top 10 Hotels Near Prison Island

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

"Amazing, great people, great food, great hotel. Rooms are beautiful, comfy, clean! "

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"Wonderful hotel and breakfast!"

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11 Jul - 12 Jul

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe

"It was the best resort ever Everything was superb"

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25 Jun - 26 Jun

"Beautiful oasis of calm and relaxation! "

"Great stay with awesome staff. "

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, lifeguards on site

"This was a great stay "

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10 Jul - 11 Jul

Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"People were so welcoming, the room was spotless clean and the breakfast was amazing. "

"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"

"Great staff, helpful in arranging tours"

"Stone Town!"

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27 Jun - 28 Jun

"Beautifully unique rooms. Super friendly and kind staff. Definitely recommend the dinner on the rooftop. Everything was amazing!"

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2 Jul - 3 Jul

"Loves the proximity to Old Arab Fort and waterfront. Loved the staff. Didnt like the cockroaches and very limited parking."

"Very friendly staff and helpful!"

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21 Jun - 22 Jun

"My room was very clean and well decorated.staff was helpful . The view was pictures. "

3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers

"Excellent location, great breakfast. All staff really friendly and always there to help. Definitely recommend the tembo if you are in stone town."

"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"

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19 Jul - 20 Jul

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

"Great location good service excellent breakfast"

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30 Jun - 1 Jul

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

"Friendly stafff and I believe his name “The King” is very funny and full of good vibes. Will visit again!!"

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

"Staff at the property are absolutely amazing! Friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Take great care of their guest. Location in a great spot in Stone Town. "

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

"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...

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Destinations near Changuu Island

Shakti Temple

Learn about the local history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Shakti Temple. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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5/5 Excellent

"Friendly stafff and I believe his name “The King” is very funny and full of good vibes. Will visit again!!"

A verified traveller stayed at Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Posted 6 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"The entire hotel staff are absolutely wonderful - they are always friendly and welcoming. They are really what makes this place great. The buffet food was great and our room was wonderful. The rOom and hotel in general were immaculately clean. Even the beach along the nearby coast is crystal clear and clean. would say the water for showering isn't great but I'm not sure there's a whole lot that can be done about that. The hotel is also quite far from Stone Town/the airport, so be prepared to booka lot of taxis if you have things to do on the west side of the island."

A verified traveller stayed at TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar

Posted 10 days ago

5/5 Excellent

A superb stay. Book now you will not regret it.

"This was an exceptional stay. The accomodations at The Level were beautiful and clean and beyond what I expected. Every detail was considered e.g. The toiletries were top notch and the room had everything you could need including beach blankets beach bags, umbrellas, steamer for your clothes.The list is endless. The pool areas ( there where several) were comfortable relaxing and clean and there were several activities, games and excursons. The Spa is amazing and the gym had everything one needs. The staff were friendly and the service impeccable from reception, restuarant service, housekeeping and the guys driving the shuttles within the resort. The grounds were beautiful and quiet with accress to a large expanse of the coastline. The only thing that needs improving is the food. For the cost and the level of excellence in other aspects of the resort, the food offerings need to be improved in terms of range of options and flavour. I also koted that there were some kids in the adults only section. They were well behaved and did not bother me but others may not appreciate it. Neither of these, would stop me from going back in a heartbeat. one of my best vacations ever. "

A verified traveller stayed at Melia Zanzibar

Posted 1 month ago

5/5 Excellent

"Awesome location and view of the Indian Ocean. From our balcony we had direct view of the beach and the ocean. The room was spacious, with nice and comfortable furniture, and bedding. Very nicely decorated. Very clean and one of the best stays that we had. Staff were super nice and accommodating. We loved having drinks and appetizers outside on the deck. Live music added to the very pleasant atmosphere. We will definitely stay here again. "

A verified traveller from Bellevue stayed at Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Posted 2 months ago

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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 209 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 Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique and Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort.

How many hotels are there close to Prison Island?

Expedia has 209 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 Forodhani Gardens, Chapwani Island and Masingini Forest.

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Top 10 Hotels Near Prison Island

Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Zanzi Resort

Zanzi Resort

Mangrove Lodge

Mangrove Lodge

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

Hanaia House

Hanaia House

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Shoki Shoki Hotel Stone Town

Spice Tree by Turaco

Spice Tree by Turaco

Emerson on Hurumzi

Emerson on Hurumzi

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge by NEWMARK

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

Jafferji House

Jafferji House

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Emerald Palm Boutique Hotel

Emerald Palm Boutique Hotel

Hiliki House

Hiliki House

Destinations near Changuu Island

Destinations near Changuu Island

Shakti Temple

Recent Reviews in Prison Island

Recent Reviews in Prison Island

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

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