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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool 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

₹5,796

₹7,670 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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

₹11,366

₹13,184 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

3. The Sleeping Bao B&B

2.8 km from The Old Prison

Shaun

₹6,241

₹6,241 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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

4. Lexden Guesthouse

3.1 km from The Old Prison

Alistair

₹16,704

₹19,398 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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

5. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3.1 km from The Old Prison

₹6,460

₹7,430 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3 km from The Old Prison

₹2,021

₹2,330 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub | Outdoor dining

7. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

2.2 km from The Old Prison

₹3,048

₹3,506 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

8. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 2.7 km from The Old Prison

Christie

₹4,157

₹4,157 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

₹13,195

₹15,174 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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 traveller

₹4,526

₹5,226 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

11. The Musafer Travel Lodge

2.3 km from The Old Prison

Sbu

₹3,513

₹4,086 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

12. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5

2.2 km from The Old Prison

₹3,307

₹3,803 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

Room, 1 Bedroom, Smoking | Outdoor dining

13. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 7

2.2 km from The Old Prison

₹3,434

₹3,959 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

14. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

2.2 km from The Old Prison

₹2,712

₹3,185 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

15. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

2.2 km from The Old Prison

₹2,970

₹3,416 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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

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

5.6 km from The Old Prison

Rufaro

₹4,711

₹5,471 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

17. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

3.6 km from The Old Prison

John

₹5,179

₹5,980 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

18. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10.3 km from The Old Prison

Paula

₹8,486

₹9,870 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

19. Ekhaya Lodge

10.6 km from The Old Prison

Mandisa

₹4,585

₹4,585 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

Classic Double Room, Garden View | Garden view

Double Room, Garden View | Exterior detail

20. King's Hill Guest House

10.4 km from The Old Prison

₹6,772

₹6,772 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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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

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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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)

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Msunduzi Museum

You can spend time studying 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 58 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near The Old Prison?

Ilawu Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 accommodation options 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 bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near The Old Prison.

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 7

14. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

15. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

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

17. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

18. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

19. Ekhaya Lodge

20. King's Hill Guest House

Compare popular hotels close to The Old Prison

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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