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A modern hotel lobby with a round glass table, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with chairs.

A modern lobby with a round wooden table, a sofa, and a patterned armchair.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden side table, and a large window with curtains.

A modern living room with a plush ottoman, a wooden side table with a vase of flowers, a patterned armchair, and a mirror on the wall.

1. Golden Horse Hotel

Scottsville, 2.6 km from The Old Prison

CATHRINE Terry

￥10,968

￥12,859 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, and a painting above the bed.

A house with a central entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a small garden.

A backyard with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and a covered seating area.

A cozy seating area with a wooden bench, a cushioned chair, and a small table with a lamp.

2. 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

￥9,431

￥12,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

An open doorway leading to a room with a table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A bright room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table with magazines, and a wicker chair.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a view of greenery outside.

3. Lexden Guesthouse

3.1 km from The Old Prison

Alistair

￥19,674

￥22,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor seating and a covered section.

A building with a reception area, stone facade, and large windows.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a door, and a window with curtains.

A covered outdoor seating area with a planter of blue flowers, a brick pathway, and a yellow building with large windows.

4. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3.1 km from The Old Prison

Alan

￥10,437

￥12,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a window with a geometric pattern.

A bathroom with a white sink, a faucet, and a soap dispenser.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

5. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 3 km from The Old Prison

￥3,053

￥3,556 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench and table, surrounded by greenery.

A signpost in a landscaped area with a road in the background.

A room with a wooden desk, a mirror, a television mounted on the wall, and a brick wall.

6. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

2.2 km from The Old Prison

￥4,188

￥4,870 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A hotel room with a large wardrobe, a bed with white linens, and two paintings on the wall.

A house with a well-maintained garden, large windows, and a tiled roof.

A backyard with a swimming pool, a wooden pergola, and outdoor seating.

7. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 2.7 km from The Old Prison

Christie

￥6,715

￥6,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

A room with a view of a well-maintained lawn and trees, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, a fruit bowl, and a coffee station.

8. Redlands Hotel

2.4 km from The Old Prison

Gillian

￥22,053

￥25,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

9. 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

￥6,846

￥8,026 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A two-story house with a wooden facade, a brick entrance, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A staircase with a metal railing and a vase on the landing.

A dining area with a table set for a meal, chairs, and a person standing by the window.

A two-story house with a balcony, a paved driveway, and a fenced backyard.

10. The Musafer Travel Lodge

2.3 km from The Old Prison

Sbu

￥5,716

￥6,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, and a curtain.

A nighttime view of a residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a wooden fence, and a garage.

A well-maintained garden with a central fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of trees.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a chandelier, a dining table with chairs, and a painting on the wall.

11. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

2.2 km from The Old Prison

￥4,305

￥4,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a television mounted on the wall, and a small table with a kettle and cups.

A room with a sofa, a butterfly decoration, and a view of greenery outside.

12. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5

2.2 km from The Old Prison

￥4,500

￥5,267 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A covered corridor with a tiled floor, a white railing, and a brick wall on one side.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a mirror, and a wall decoration.

A dining room with a long table, chairs, a chandelier, an air conditioner, and a television.

A wooden bookcase with multiple shelves filled with books.

13. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

2.2 km from The Old Prison

￥4,114

￥4,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A room with a window, a fire extinguisher, a chair, and a wall-mounted sign.

14. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 7

2.2 km from The Old Prison

￥4,705

￥5,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring leather sofas, patterned chairs, and a central coffee table.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

Two people sitting on a bed with a tray of food and drinks, reading books.

A traditional Tudor-style building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

15. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10.3 km from The Old Prison

paul

￥12,531

￥14,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a dark-colored headboard.

A two-story house with a brick exterior, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and shrubs.

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and potted plants.

16. Ekhaya Lodge

10.6 km from The Old Prison

Mandisa

￥7,716

￥7,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A conservatory with a view of a swimming pool and surrounding landscape.

A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa with yellow cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A gated entrance to a building with a green roof, a sign indicating 'Knight', and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A sunlit patio with wooden flooring, a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a grill.

17. Gateside Guest House

8.8 km from The Old Prison

Sally

￥10,576

￥10,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with striped sofas, a potted plant, and a vase with flowers.

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "Road Lodge by City Lodge Hotels".

A modern dining area with round tables, black chairs, and potted plants.

An outdoor pool area with a covered patio, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

18. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

3.6 km from The Old Prison

John

￥8,120

￥9,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a large mirror above the counter.

A residential area with houses, a grassy lawn, and trees.

A courtyard with a rectangular pool, a large stone fountain, and outdoor seating.

A large bed with white linens, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

19. ANEW Hotel Hilton

10.5 km from The Old Prison

￥14,806

￥14,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A bowl of granola with blueberries and pumpkin seeds.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a bedside table with a phone.

A bowl of yogurt with fruits and seeds on a wooden table, a glass of water with a flower, and strawberries and nuts scattered around.

20. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

3.5 km from The Old Prison

￥13,934

￥16,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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Top The Old Prison Hotel Reviews

ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10/10 Excellent

"Such friendly staff made the stay that much more enjoyable."

Madlula's Guesthouse

8/10 Good

"Clean room good bed unfortunately we were in a room opposite reception and loud noises from other guests kept us awake"

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."

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

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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 57 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 57 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. Golden Horse Hotel

2. 79 On Ridge BNB

3. Lexden Guesthouse

4. Madlula's Guesthouse

5. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

6. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

7. Thembelihle Guest House

8. Redlands Hotel

9. Ilawu Lodge

10. The Musafer Travel Lodge

11. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

12. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5

13. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

14. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 7

15. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

16. Ekhaya Lodge

17. Gateside Guest House

18. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

19. ANEW Hotel Hilton

20. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

Top The Old Prison Hotel Reviews

ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Madlula's Guesthouse

Golden Horse Hotel

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

Frequently asked questions