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

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

AED 225

AED 298 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

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

AED 438

AED 508 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Luxury Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

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

3. Lexden Guesthouse

3.1 km from The Old Prison

Alistair

AED 669

AED 774 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sep - 10 Sep

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

4. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3 km from The Old Prison

AED 77

AED 89 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

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

5. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 2.7 km from The Old Prison

Christie

AED 161

AED 161 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

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

6. Redlands Hotel

2.4 km from The Old Prison

Gillian

AED 514

AED 591 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

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

7. 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

AED 172

AED 199 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

8. The Musafer Travel Lodge

2.3 km from The Old Prison

Sbu

AED 142

AED 164 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

9. The Hilton Bush Lodge

16.5 km from The Old Prison

Heino

AED 313

AED 362 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

10. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10.3 km from The Old Prison

Daniela

AED 342

AED 397 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

11. Ekhaya Lodge

10.6 km from The Old Prison

Mandisa

AED 178

AED 178 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

12. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

3.6 km from The Old Prison

John

AED 174

AED 201 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

Double Room, Garden View | Exterior detail

13. King's Hill Guest House

10.4 km from The Old Prison

AED 318

AED 318 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sep - 13 Sep

14. ANEW Hotel Hilton

10.5 km from The Old Prison

AED 365

AED 365 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

15. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

3.5 km from The Old Prison

AED 352

AED 405 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

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

16. Gateside Guest House

8.8 km from The Old Prison

Sally

AED 263

AED 263 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

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

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

5.6 km from The Old Prison

Rufaro

AED 191

AED 220 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

Sunbird Small Self Catering Cottage (11) | WiFi (free)

18. Sunbird Guest House

16.9 km from The Old Prison

Irene

AED 217

AED 250 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sep - 6 Sep

Unit 1-Garden Studio Flat | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Unit 1-Garden Studio Flat | Terrace/patio

19. 7 on Oakleigh

3.5 km from The Old Prison

Buyisiwe

AED 258

AED 258 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

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

Honeymoon Suite, Garden View | Living area

20. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

4 km from The Old Prison

Thobani

AED 170

AED 170 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sep - 5 Sep

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Top The Old Prison Hotel Reviews

Lexden Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

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

The Sleeping Bao B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and good breakfast."

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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Macrorie House Museum

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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)

After visiting Pietermaritzburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pietermaritzburg. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

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Msunduzi Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Msunduzi Museum during your trip to Pietermaritzburg. Take in the live music and countryside in the area.

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

4. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

5. Thembelihle Guest House

6. Redlands Hotel

7. Ilawu Lodge

8. The Musafer Travel Lodge

9. The Hilton Bush Lodge

10. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

11. Ekhaya Lodge

12. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

13. King's Hill Guest House

14. ANEW Hotel Hilton

15. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

16. Gateside Guest House

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

18. Sunbird Guest House

19. 7 on Oakleigh

20. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

Top The Old Prison Hotel Reviews

Lexden Guesthouse

The Sleeping Bao B&B

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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