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An aerial view of a resort with a beach, a swimming pool, and a dining area.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure.

A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof building.

A living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

1. Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World

5.5 km from Prison Island

MIGUEL VEMBA

NT$33,291

NT$39,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

2. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

5 km from Prison Island

Grazyna

NT$2,754

NT$3,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and arched windows.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a wooden table, and a window with shutters.

A large hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and a courtyard.

A balcony with a view of the sea, boats, and a beach.

3. Tembo House Hotel

5.1 km from Prison Island

Susannah

NT$3,324

NT$4,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A corridor with wooden balustrades, potted plants, and a staircase with a wooden handrail.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden cabinet, and a stone floor.

A wooden balcony with vertical slats, a potted plant, and a white wall.

A wooden staircase with potted plants on the railing and a bench with cushions.

4. Zanzibar Coffee House

5.3 km from Prison Island

Iris

NT$2,845

NT$3,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor cafe with wooden furniture and a central bar area.

A room with a bed, a table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.

A hallway with a wooden door, a bench, and a potted plant.

A staircase with wooden railings, a bench, and two windows with wooden frames.

5. Habari House

5.2 km from Prison Island

Nadine

NT$2,632

NT$3,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

A room with a large window, a wooden cabinet, a table with chairs, and a hanging canopy.

A courtyard with a stone wall, a bench, and various potted plants.

A traditional courtyard with ornate wooden lattice railings and hanging plants.

6. Emerson Spice Hotel

5.3 km from Prison Island

Julie

NT$3,428

NT$4,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a modern bathroom.

A hallway with a large arched doorway, two upholstered chairs, a round table, and three large woven vases.

A person sitting by a window with a view of a building and palm trees.

A bar area with a rustic wooden bar counter, a large mirror above the counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

7. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

5.2 km from Prison Island

Kyle

NT$9,339

NT$11,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A beach with sun loungers and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

A room with ornate furniture, a large window with colorful stained glass, and a view of the sea.

A white building with multiple windows and doors, featuring wooden shutters and balconies.

A poolside lounge with wooden furniture and a checkered floor.

8. Tembo B&B Apartments

5.1 km from Prison Island

NT$1,859

NT$2,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A thatched-roof house with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear turquoise sea.

A massage room with a view of the ocean and a pier.

A person lying on a sunbed by the sea, with a rope barrier and a wooden post in the background.

9. Zanzi Resort

8.8 km from Prison Island

Susanne Christina

NT$16,230

NT$18,983 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A rooftop terrace with white furniture and a view of a historic church and sunset over the sea.

A buffet setup with various food stations, including trays of hot dogs, salads, and other dishes.

A beach with clear turquoise waters, boats, and a white sandy shore.

A pool area with a view of the sea, a lifeguard chair, and a no diving sign.

10. Maru Maru Hotel

5.2 km from Prison Island

MOMO

NT$2,717

NT$3,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden boat filled with food and drinks, surrounded by white walls and wooden railings.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a sunset in the background.

A hallway with wooden doors, arched windows, and wall-mounted lights.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and a small table with a chair.

11. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

5.1 km from Prison Island

Gianfranco

NT$4,598

NT$5,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A thatched-roof outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean.

A narrow, unpaved path leading to a rustic wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by dense foliage and a sign indicating a '4' level.

A beach with a sandy shore and a thatched-roof structure.

A thatched-roof hut with a view of the sea, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

12. Chumbe Island Coral Park

17.8 km from Prison Island

"A wonderful eco resort! Cute bungalow's with compost toilets. We slept with all the windows and doors open to enjoy the ocean breeze. staff and food fantastic. Good snorkelling. Coconut crab night walk was fascinating. We climbed up the lighthouse and walked around the island on low tide - saw heaps of starfish and crabs! We also relaxed in the swinging day beds and read our books. 4 nights was a lovely amount of time if you can…but lots just came for 1 night."

Karen

NT$12,465

NT$16,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A multi-level indoor space with a central staircase, surrounded by potted plants and a small water feature.

A reception desk with a person working on a laptop, a ceiling fan, patterned curtains, and a window with blinds.

A building with a sign indicating it is a guest house named 'Flamingo'.

A room with a wooden table surrounded by chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with a view.

13. Flamingo Guest House

5.6 km from Prison Island

Aijaz

NT$416

NT$479 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a mirror, a shelf with a clock, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A modern outdoor seating area with a white bench and a potted plant.

A wooden ladder shelf unit in a room with tiled flooring, a patterned ceiling, and a wooden door.

A kitchen with a coffee maker, two bottles, a microwave, and various kitchenware on a wooden table.

14. Hanaia House

5.5 km from Prison Island

Abdulmunim

NT$1,870

NT$2,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel corridor with a red carpet, a Christmas tree, marble walls, and a staircase.

A room with a balcony, a bed, and curtains.

A modern restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, a central counter with a TV, and patterned columns.

15. Elephantohotel

5.4 km from Prison Island

duane

NT$3,740

NT$4,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean at sunset.

A spacious lounge with comfortable seating, large windows with views of the sea, and ornate ceiling designs.

A buffet with various desserts and fruits, a person in the background, and a view of the sea through large windows.

An interior with high ceilings, arched doorways, and hanging chandeliers.

16. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

5.1 km from Prison Island

Natasha

NT$10,942

NT$12,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with ocean views, and traditional wooden lattice window frames.

A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A beach with a wooden boat and a lounge chair with a cushion.

17. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

5.2 km from Prison Island

Gita

NT$9,573

NT$11,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A dining table with seafood, a glass of orange juice, and a pool in the background.

The exterior of Dhow Palace Hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance, potted plants, and a signboard.

A room with a checkered floor, a bed with white and blue bedding, a canopy bed, and a view of the sea.

A buffet with waffles and various fruits and pastries.

18. Dhow Palace Hotel

5.3 km from Prison Island

Joseph

NT$2,055

NT$2,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A traditional building with a balcony, wooden lattice railings, and white curtains.

A dimly lit room with a bathtub, candles, and decorative lanterns.

A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, potted plants, a red sofa, and a wooden door at the end.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central open area with a view to the upper level.

19. Jafferji House

5.2 km from Prison Island

EMMANUEL

NT$3,848

NT$4,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A couple sitting by a pool with a view of the beach and ocean.

A beachside lounge area with sun loungers and a swing set, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and trees, leading to a thatched-roof structure.

A thatched-roof building with a staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

20. Mangrove Lodge

7.1 km from Prison Island

Rodrigue

NT$3,273

NT$4,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Prison Island

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Mizingani Seafront Hotel	8.6 Excellent 434 reviews	View
Tembo House Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Zanzibar Coffee House	9.6 Exceptional 111 reviews	View
Habari House	9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews	View

Top Prison Island Hotel Reviews

Tembo House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! The property is well located, room was nice, the staff was so helpful"

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

10/10 Excellent

"AMAZING!"

Spice Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I would highly recommend this hotel in Stone Town. It is a wonderful place to stay with very friendly staff and functional facilities. The breakfast is also decent too! Oh and the proximity to the ferry and most places. Nice gem."

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

8/10 Good

"The sea view is very nice. The hotel breakfast is also very tasty and their alacarte menu for dinner etc is also very tasty. The reception staff and housekeeping staff are very nice and very very helpful. They really try their best. I loved the hotel, only problem is that there was no alcohol available but otherwise its a very nice hotel. However, please note its not possible to enter the beach as its made of stones and water is very shallow."

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

10/10 Excellent

"This property is a the most beautiful relaxing place to escape from the stresses of everyday life! Everything is perfect, the location, food, atmosphere, but mostly the endearing and helpful staff!"

Maru Maru Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location was ideal for wandering through Stone Town. The staff were friendly. The view from open patio dining area on the roof top was amazing. You must take advantage of wandering the many alley ways and shops. Lots to see in the area."

Dhow Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Personnel bienveillant, dommage qu’il y ait beaucoup de travaux aux alentours… Très bon emplacement"

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Mizangani Seafront Hotel was an amazing, atmospheric bit of old Zanzibar looking out on the Stone Town harbor, and across from the Dar es Salaam ferry landing. They served a wonderful breakfast on the veranda. The reception and breakfast staff were very helpful and gave us a warm welcome. Our room was spacious and filled with beautiful Zanzibari details."

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean but had misty smell and little small rooms"

Other attractions near Prison Island

A coastal town with a marina filled with various boats, a promenade with people, and lush greenery.

Forodhani Gardens

8.4/10 (274 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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A calm sea at sunset with several boats and a large ship in the distance.

Shangani Beach

8.4/10 (171 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Zanzibar Night Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Zanzibar Night Market during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Beit el-Sahel

8.4/10 (29 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Beit el-Sahel (Palace Museum), a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Malindi Mosque

8.4/10 (18 reviews)

Malindi Mosque is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the 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 275 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 Spice Palace Hotel and Park Hyatt Zanzibar.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Prison Island?

Expedia has 275 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 Chapwani Island, Forodhani Gardens, and Masingini Forest.

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Our top choices for Prison Island hotels

1. Bawe Island Zanzibar - The Leading Hotels Of The World

2. Mizingani Seafront Hotel

3. Tembo House Hotel

4. Zanzibar Coffee House

5. Habari House

6. Emerson Spice Hotel

7. The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

8. Tembo B&B Apartments

9. Zanzi Resort

10. Maru Maru Hotel

11. Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

12. Chumbe Island Coral Park

13. Flamingo Guest House

14. Hanaia House

15. Elephantohotel

16. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

17. Zanzibar Serena Hotel

18. Dhow Palace Hotel

19. Jafferji House

20. Mangrove Lodge

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Top Prison Island Hotel Reviews

Tembo House Hotel

The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

Spice Palace Hotel

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Maru Maru Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Mizingani Seafront Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Other attractions near Prison Island

Forodhani Gardens

Shangani Beach

Zanzibar Night Market

Beit el-Sahel

Malindi Mosque

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