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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

1. 79 On Ridge BNB

Scottsville, 2.6 km from The Old Prison

"This is the best place to stay in Pietermaritzburg! The location is perfect for anyone affiliated with the university - literally across the street. You can have breakfast and supper - both excellent - and the hosts are extremely hospitable and helpful. We arrived with a flat tire, and Gys helped us get a new car the next morning. I have seldom experienced a home away from home as warm and welcoming as Ridge on 79. "

Oscar

NT$1,941

NT$2,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Basic Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Executive Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

2. Golden Horse Hotel

Scottsville, 2.6 km from The Old Prison

CATHRINE Terry

NT$3,780

NT$4,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

3. The Sleeping Bao B&B

2.8 km from The Old Prison

Shaun

NT$2,090

NT$2,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Luxury Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Double Room | Minibar, WiFi (free), individually decorated, bed sheets

4. Lexden Guesthouse

3.1 km from The Old Prison

Alistair

NT$6,016

NT$6,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

5. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3 km from The Old Prison

NT$691

NT$794 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, WiFi (free)

6. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 2.7 km from The Old Prison

Christie

NT$1,471

NT$1,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Library Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

7. Redlands Hotel

2.4 km from The Old Prison

Gillian

NT$4,388

NT$5,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

8. Ilawu Lodge

1.5 km from The Old Prison

"Check in was a problem they didn't know about my stay.... I had to email booking confirmation. Shower room is too tiny, only one bath towel. Air-conditioner not working... Breakfast setting is a joke 😭😭 juice is warm, their quality of is really disappointing.... The noise.... The pool area is too close to the room I was in and the conference room oh my word the noise from the people using these facilities, the sheets and towels are not changed. In totality I regretted ny choice of...

Anonymous traveler

NT$1,552

NT$1,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

9. The Musafer Travel Lodge

2.3 km from The Old Prison

Sbu

NT$1,279

NT$1,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 7 PM, sun loungers

10. Gateside Guest House

8.8 km from The Old Prison

Sally

NT$2,392

NT$2,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

11. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10.3 km from The Old Prison

Paula

NT$3,153

NT$3,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

12. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

3.6 km from The Old Prison

John

NT$1,788

NT$2,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Classic Double Room, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Classic Double Room, Garden View | Garden view

Double Room, Garden View | Exterior detail

13. King's Hill Guest House

10.4 km from The Old Prison

NT$2,502

NT$2,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

14. ANEW Hotel Hilton

10.5 km from The Old Prison

NT$3,274

NT$3,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

15. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

3.5 km from The Old Prison

NT$3,036

NT$3,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

The Papaya Rest Unit | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

16. Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering

5.6 km from The Old Prison

Rufaro

NT$1,697

NT$1,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Standard Room | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. The Hilton Bush Lodge

16.5 km from The Old Prison

Heino

NT$2,786

NT$3,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

Honeymoon Suite, Non Smoking (1) | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Honeymoon Suite, Garden View | Living area

18. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

4 km from The Old Prison

Thobani

NT$1,471

NT$1,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

19. Ascot Inn

3.8 km from The Old Prison

Paulo

NT$1,611

NT$1,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

20 on Thorpe | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

20. Lincoln Cottages

5.8 km from The Old Prison

Lloyd

NT$1,765

NT$1,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Top The Old Prison Hotel Reviews

Golden Horse Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Greta place to stay staff are so helfule"

Lexden Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Great bed and breakfast. Loved the room, decor, helpful staff and the overall estate itself."

Redlands Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I didn't have brea"

Wensleydale Guest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing stay here with friendly and helpful staff throughout my stay👌"

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Pietermaritzburg Oval

8.0/10 (1 review)

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KwaZuluNatal Museum

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Tatham Art Gallery

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Pietermaritzburg City Hall

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

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Msunduzi Museum

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Comrades Marathon House

6.0/10 (1 review)

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National Botanical Gardens

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Old Prison?

The Old Prison is located in Pietermaritzburg. You'll find 46 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near The Old Prison?

Ilawu Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from The Old Prison. Another good choice is Ilawu Lodge, located just 1 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near The Old Prison?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from The Old Prison.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Old Prison, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to The Old Prison.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Old Prison?

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What can I see and do near The Old Prison?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Msunduzi Museum and Macrorie House Museum. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at National Botanical Gardens and Queen Elizabeth Park. Stopping by Pietermaritzburg Oval, Scottsville Racecourse, or Epic Karting is a fun way to see all the area has to offer.

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Our top choices for The Old Prison hotels

1. 79 On Ridge BNB

2. Golden Horse Hotel

3. The Sleeping Bao B&B

4. Lexden Guesthouse

5. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

6. Thembelihle Guest House

7. Redlands Hotel

8. Ilawu Lodge

9. The Musafer Travel Lodge

10. Gateside Guest House

11. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

12. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

13. King's Hill Guest House

14. ANEW Hotel Hilton

15. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

16. Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering

17. The Hilton Bush Lodge

18. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

19. Ascot Inn

20. Lincoln Cottages

Top The Old Prison Hotel Reviews

Golden Horse Hotel

Lexden Guesthouse

Redlands Hotel

Wensleydale Guest Lodge

Other attractions near The Old Prison

Macrorie House Museum

Pietermaritzburg Oval

KwaZuluNatal Museum

Tatham Art Gallery

Pietermaritzburg City Hall

Msunduzi Museum

Comrades Marathon House

National Botanical Gardens

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