"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!"
"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!"
"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"
"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...
"We (me, my husband and three boys from the age 3 to 9) left our all-inclusive resort on the east coast (Uroa) to stay 2 nights in vivid Stone Town. The Habari House was our choice because of its centrsl location with only a short walking distance to everything. We really enjoyed this part of the journey and recommend the Habari House to everyone, who wants to experience Stone Town for more than just a day-trip! And if you visit Zanzibar, I believe you should! The hosts (a couple with a small...
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top Prison Island Hotel Reviews
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was wonderful. A safe place with delicious food and the people are so lovely. Clean and got everything you need.
My only thing would be to make sure there is an all inclusive coconut rum. "
"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!"
"Had the most wonderful time at Melia Zanzibar, full of the kindest people who made our trip spectacular.
The food menu at the beach club is great, as the jetty restaurant. Breakfast is delicious too!
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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 Maru Maru Hotel and Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort.
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.
