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Our top choices for Prison Island hotels

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Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (95 reviews)
"I had an amazing time at the coffee house! The room was very beautiful and breakfast exceptional but the highlight for me was the staff. They are what made my stay great! "
United Kingdom
sheila
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Zanzibar Coffee House
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; seafood

Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"Beautiful building, great staff. Fantastic room (Violetta)"
United Kingdom
lesley jane
Emerson Spice Hotel
Beach/ocean view

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
5.1 km from Prison Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (945 reviews)
"Very clean rooms. Helpful staff."
Canada
Michael
Tembo House Hotel
In-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Shaba Boutique Hotel

Shaba Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, good location"
United States
Darrell
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Shaba Boutique Hotel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Never disappoints! Consistent with great food and high end accommodation for stone town. "
United States
Suhaa
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Rooftop terrace

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (579 reviews)
"Room was spacious and clean with weell functioning AC. The staff were efficient and kind. The rooftop restaurant served a very good breakfasts with lots of options and the happy hour was reasonable and of good quality. Overall a good location and a nice place to stay."
Canada
Elana
The price is S$427
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Maru Maru Hotel
Restaurant

Habari House

Habari House
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"Good accommodation, culturally unique property, highly convenient location for a tourist. price was a bit high. "
United States
Melanie
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Habari House
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
5.1 km from Prison Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (270 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience the best hotel in stone town "
United States
Gerald
The price is S$515
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
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Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (138 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Yahya
The price is S$260
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
Outdoor pool

Kholle House

Kholle House
3.5 star property
5 km from Prison Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Beautifully restored hotel, perfect location, great staff. Perfect place to stay for anybody that want to experience Stone town in Zanzibar."
United States
Carmen
The price is S$211
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Kholle House
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Hanaia House

Hanaia House
4.0 star property
5.5 km from Prison Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"
United States
Amber
Hanaia House
Lunch, dinner, brunch served; international cuisine, beach views

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
3.5 star property
5 km from Prison Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (178 reviews)
"A great place to stay as long as you're an early riser. Staff was kind and helpful. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Tembo B&B Apartments

Tembo B&B Apartments
4.0 star property
5.1 km from Prison Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Great hotel in a unique style"
Germany
Michel
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Tembo B&B Apartments
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Freddie Mercury Apartments

Freddie Mercury Apartments
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"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."
United States
Vikas
Freddie Mercury Apartments
Exterior

Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Sharazad Wonders Boutique
3.5 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Comfortable beds, tasty breakfast ☺️"
United Kingdom
Audrone
The price is S$233
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Sharazad Wonders Boutique
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
4.0 star property
5 km from Prison Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (406 reviews)
"Second stay in two years, always a perfect stay! Service, food, pool, location!"
Canada
Carole
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Indoor pool

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
5.1 km from Prison Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (501 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, quiet room and comfortable beds "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is S$209
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (144 reviews)
"Loved it and loved the staff "
United States
Sady
Spice Palace Hotel
Aerial view

Bawe Island Zanzibar

Bawe Island Zanzibar
5.0 star property
5.5 km from Prison Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"An amazing stay at a beautiful place. Truly a paradise. Our assigned butler, Anwar, just made the whole stay that much more wonderful. "
Portugal
MIGUEL VEMBA
The price is S$2,220
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Bawe Island Zanzibar
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views

Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (354 reviews)
"We stayed in an upscale room and was fabulous. This hotel is part museum and the antiques and style make it interesting, staff was very friendly and the food was very good. Courtyard pool was very nice. No elevator but would recommend the upper floor rooftop. "
Canada
Paul
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Dhow Palace Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Prison Island

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Interior
Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
95 reviews
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2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; seafood
Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
106 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Tembo House Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
945 reviews
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In-room safe, desk, bed sheets
Shaba Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
39 reviews
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Top Prison Island Hotel Reviews

Tembo House Hotel

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was exceptionally friendly. Location was perfect. "
Kim 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Tembo House Hotel

Hotels near other Prison Island attractions

Forodhani Gardens

Forodhani Gardens

4.1/5 (183 reviews)
Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.
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Another iphone photo - until I transfer my camera photos. :) This time from Stone Town in Zanzibar. Having a seafood lunch at a beach restaurant, watching the boats coming and going. Not the real Tanzania, I know, but a nice place to relax for a few days and to get lost in the tiny alleys. A very historical place filled with sights and pleasant people. Just a 2h ferry ride from Dar Es Salaam. #iphone #tanzania #stonetown #beach
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Shangani Beach

4.2/5 (81 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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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 238 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 Tembo B&B Apartments.
How many hotels are there close to Prison Island?
Expedia has 238 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, Freddie Mercury Museum and Beit el-Sahel (Palace 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 Chapwani Island, Forodhani Gardens and Masingini Forest.