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Our top choices for Prison Island hotels

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Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House

Zanzibar Coffee House
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Prison Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (92)
"This place was absolutely beautiful and very historic. The cherry on top was the AMAZING service. We only spent one night here but wish we were able to stay more. Very close to the water and lots of shopping around. "
United States
NADIA
The price is Rp1.794.873
Rp2.064.104 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Zanzibar Coffee House
Room (Violetta) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel

Emerson Spice Hotel
3.5 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"The rooms were decorated well and was very clean. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Loved the rooftop for breakfast and the location was perfect. "
Canada
sandra
Emerson Spice Hotel
Outdoor dining
Habari House

Habari House

Habari House
2.5 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Good accommodation, culturally unique property, highly convenient location for a tourist. price was a bit high. "
United States
Melanie
The price is Rp1.375.104
Rp1.713.206 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Habari House
Property entrance
Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel

Dhow Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (346)
"Very clean. Very friendly staff. Great breakfast. Great location. Nice architecture and decoration. "
Ireland
RACHID
Dhow Palace Hotel
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Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Sharazad Wonders Boutique

Sharazad Wonders Boutique
3.5 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16)
"Stunning hotel, inside and out, and an amazing healthy and copious breakfast. Well located."
United Kingdom
Diane
Sharazad Wonders Boutique
Bar (on property)
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town

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, (38)
"Never disappoints! Consistent with great food and high end accommodation for stone town. "
United States
Suhaa
The price is Rp6.565.761
Rp8.216.964 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (501)
"Great location, friendly staff, quiet room and comfortable beds "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is Rp2.460.713
Rp2.996.280 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Turaco Spice Tree, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Premier Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Jafferji House

Jafferji House

Jafferji House
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (202)
"Absolutely beautiful and historic hotel near shopping, dining and city sights. "
United States
LeKeitha
The price is Rp2.269.233
Rp2.609.618 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Jafferji House
Courtyard
Hanaia House

Hanaia House

Hanaia House
4.0 star property
5.5 km from Prison Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34)
"super friendly workers breakfast was great great location thry also have wifi"
United States
Amber
Hanaia House
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
5.0 star property
5.1 km from Prison Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263)
"Great hotel, staff is excellent."
United States
Thomas
The price is Rp6.426.803
Rp7.590.576 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

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, (137)
"Great place"
United States
Yahya
The price is Rp3.260.444
Rp3.915.971 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (567)
"The staff were excellent. This will forever be my hotel of choice when I come to the island "
United Kingdom
Harry
The price is Rp5.826.100
Rp6.966.351 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Maru Maru Hotel
Lobby sitting area
NEW AMAAN HOTEL

NEW AMAAN HOTEL

NEW AMAAN HOTEL
3.0 star property
7.9 km from Prison Island
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
" Very clean and beautiful "
United States
Owolabi
The price is Rp1.302.716
Rp1.631.308 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
NEW AMAAN HOTEL
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Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel

Zanzibar Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Outstanding hotel in a great Stone town location "
United States
Kris
The price is Rp2.395.991
Rp2.921.850 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Zanzibar Palace Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, lifeguards on site
Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
5.2 km from Prison Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (241)
"Great hotel with amazing staff"
United States
Muna
The price is Rp4.741.939
Rp5.619.690 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Terrace/patio
Forodhani Park Hotel

Forodhani Park Hotel

Forodhani Park Hotel
3.5 star property
5.1 km from Prison Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (122)
"Excellent location. "
United States
Al
Forodhani Park Hotel
Terrace/patio
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa

The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
4.0 star property
5.1 km from Prison Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (219)
"Beautiful hotel and the staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Caridad
The Seyyida Hotel And Spa
View from room
Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel

Spice Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
5.3 km from Prison Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142)
"Transportation is problem as cars cannot reach hotel front due to very narrow lanes"
Canada
Khaja
Spice Palace Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Swahili House

The Swahili House

The Swahili House
3.0 star property
5.4 km from Prison Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (63)
"Great friendly staff Unique well kept older building with a central location and access to the markets right outside the door "
United States
Daniel
The Swahili House
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Zanzi House

Zanzi House

Zanzi House
3.0 star property
5.6 km from Prison Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (51)
"The place was clean. The stuff communication was on point and they are all professional. And the place was safe "
United States
Glody
Zanzi House
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.
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Top Prison Island Hotel Reviews

Maru Maru Hotel

Maru Maru Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were excellent. This will forever be my hotel of choice when I come to the island "
Harry 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Maru Maru 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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Jaws corner is a place where the locals gather to discuss politics and other things or just drink a cup of coffee. This corner is located somewhere in the maze like streets of Stone Town, on Zanzibar. It is a pleasure getting lost in all the tiny alleys while talking to some locals and looking at all the amazing doors and buildings. #zanzibar #tanzania #streetart
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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 walkable 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 234 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 Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort.
How many hotels are there close to Prison Island?
Expedia has 234 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.