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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 227

AED 300 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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 411

AED 482 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

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

3. Lexden Guesthouse

3.1 km from The Old Prison

Alistair

AED 675

AED 780 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

4. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3.1 km from The Old Prison

AED 251

AED 289 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

5. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3 km from The Old Prison

AED 78

AED 90 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sep - 27 Sep

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

6. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 2.7 km from The Old Prison

Christie

AED 161

AED 161 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sep - 27 Sep

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

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

7. Redlands Hotel

2.4 km from The Old Prison

Gillian

AED 470

AED 540 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

AED 174

AED 201 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sep - 26 Sep

9. The Musafer Travel Lodge

2.3 km from The Old Prison

Sbu

AED 141

AED 163 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sep - 3 Sep

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

10. The Hilton Bush Lodge

16.5 km from The Old Prison

Heino

AED 306

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

11. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10.3 km from The Old Prison

Daniela

AED 333

AED 387 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

12. Ekhaya Lodge

10.6 km from The Old Prison

Mandisa

AED 179

AED 179 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sep - 3 Sep

13. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

3.6 km from The Old Prison

John

AED 186

AED 214 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

14. King's Hill Guest House

10.4 km from The Old Prison

AED 279

AED 279 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

15. ANEW Hotel Hilton

10.5 km from The Old Prison

AED 368

AED 368 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

3.5 km from The Old Prison

AED 351

AED 404 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sep - 27 Sep

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

17. Gateside Guest House

8.8 km from The Old Prison

Sally

AED 263

AED 263 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

18. Bancroft B and B

7.4 km from The Old Prison

Erik

AED 280

AED 280 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

19. Sunbird Guest House

16.9 km from The Old Prison

Irene

AED 219

AED 252 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

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

5.6 km from The Old Prison

Rufaro

AED 186

AED 216 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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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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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

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 Queen Elizabeth Park and National Botanical Gardens. 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. Madlula's Guesthouse

5. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

6. Thembelihle Guest House

7. Redlands Hotel

8. Ilawu Lodge

9. The Musafer Travel Lodge

10. The Hilton Bush Lodge

11. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

12. Ekhaya Lodge

13. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

14. King's Hill Guest House

15. ANEW Hotel Hilton

16. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

17. Gateside Guest House

18. Bancroft B and B

19. Sunbird Guest House

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

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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