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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

AED 222

AED 294 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

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

2. Golden Horse Hotel

Scottsville, 2.6 km from The Old Prison

CATHRINE Terry

AED 435

AED 505 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

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

AED 239

AED 239 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

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

4. Lexden Guesthouse

3.1 km from The Old Prison

Alistair

AED 646

AED 749 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

5. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3.1 km from The Old Prison

AED 246

AED 282 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sep - 24 Sep

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

6. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3 km from The Old Prison

AED 76

AED 88 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub | Outdoor dining

7. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

2.2 km from The Old Prison

AED 117

AED 134 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

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

8. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 2.7 km from The Old Prison

Christie

AED 161

AED 161 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

9. Redlands Hotel

2.4 km from The Old Prison

Gillian

AED 505

AED 581 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

10. 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 168

AED 195 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

11. The Musafer Travel Lodge

2.3 km from The Old Prison

Sbu

AED 137

AED 159 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

12. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5

2.2 km from The Old Prison

AED 127

AED 145 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

13. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

2.2 km from The Old Prison

AED 120

AED 138 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

14. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

2.2 km from The Old Prison

AED 114

AED 131 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking | Outdoor dining

15. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 7

2.2 km from The Old Prison

AED 133

AED 153 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

16. ANEW Hotel Hilton

10.5 km from The Old Prison

AED 359

AED 359 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

17. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

3.5 km from The Old Prison

AED 354

AED 407 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

18. The Hilton Bush Lodge

16.5 km from The Old Prison

Heino

AED 306

AED 353 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sep - 22 Sep

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

19. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10.3 km from The Old Prison

Paula

AED 328

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

20. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

3.6 km from The Old Prison

John

AED 182

AED 210 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

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Compare popular hotels close to The Old Prison

Property	Property class	Guest rating
79 On Ridge BNB	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Golden Horse Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
The Sleeping Bao B&B	8.8 Excellent 26 reviews	View
Lexden Guesthouse	10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews	View
Madlula's Guesthouse	2.0 1 review	View

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."

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👌"

Other attractions near The Old Prison

Macrorie House Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Macrorie House Museum during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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Pietermaritzburg Oval

8.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Pietermaritzburg Oval during your trip to Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's live music and casinos.

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KwaZuluNatal Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at KwaZuluNatal Museum during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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Tatham Art Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tatham Art Gallery in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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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)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Comrades Marathon House during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its live music.

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National Botanical Gardens

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at National Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and waterfalls.

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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 58 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 58 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. Madlula's Guesthouse

6. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

7. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

8. Thembelihle Guest House

9. Redlands Hotel

10. Ilawu Lodge

11. The Musafer Travel Lodge

12. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5

13. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

14. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

15. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 7

16. ANEW Hotel Hilton

17. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

18. The Hilton Bush Lodge

19. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

20. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

Compare popular hotels close to The Old Prison

Top The Old Prison Hotel Reviews

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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