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Zanzibar Serena Hotel vs Demani Lodge

Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Zanzibar Serena Hotel ranks significantly better than Demani Lodge. Zanzibar Serena Hotel comes in at #9 in Zanzibar with recommendations from 3 reviewers such as Fodor's, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.

Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
8 / 10
Kelele Square, Stone Town, Tanzania
From $228 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"On one side of Shangani Square, this beautiful hotel is the result of the restoration of two of Zanzibar's historic buildings." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
6.0
"Zanzibar Serena Hotel, Stone Town’s vintage luxury hotel, is perfectly situated at the tip of the Shangani Peninsula." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Stone Town’s most upmarket hotel, with a beautiful setting on the water, plush rooms with all the amenities, and a business centre... an undeniably wonderful spot." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Serena is a chain with hotels and lodges all over East Africa, and its Zanzibar location is hard to beat: with a huge shady patio set above the beach and spectacular vistas across the ocean" Full review
Demani Lodge
Demani Lodge
7 / 10
Jambiani Road, Paje, Tanzania
From $22 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Calling backpackers and beach-lovers of all stripes, Demani Lodge is setting new standards for budget accommodation in Paje with a mix of neatly constructed bandas and cabins lined with makuti." Full review