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Private beach nearby, free beach shuttle, free beach cabanas - Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa (Malindi)
Luxury
5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Beachfront sanctuary in Malindi

Fragrant gardens with vibrant flowers surround the pristine pool, creating a tropical oasis. The full-service spa offers rejuvenating Ayurvedic treatments near our private beach. Two elegant restaurants and multiple bars provide intimate dining with attentive service throughout your stay.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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40-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite, Pool View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, Pool View

  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Malindi, Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa is next to a golf course and near a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Malindi Beach and Watamu Beach. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives. Visit our Malindi travel guide
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Marine Park Road, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200

What's nearby

  • Malindi Beach
    Malindi Beach
    11 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Marine Park
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Portuguese Chapel
    8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Vasco da Gama Pillar
    8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Silversands Beach
    13 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Olimpia Club Malindi
    3 min drive
  • White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge
    4 min drive
  • Mariposa Resicence
    6 min drive
  • Masai Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Seafront Swahili Dishes
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Beach volleyball
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 5 to July 31:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 160.00
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 162 (from 12 to 14 years old)
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 12 to 14 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 330
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 330 (from 12 to 14 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: USD 50 (from 12 to 14 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Does Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Malindi hotel is next to a golf course, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Marine Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Malindi Beach and Silversands Beach. Vasco da Gama Pillar and Portuguese Chapel are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janerose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, elegant and comfy resort. The spa is definitely worth a visit.. Dining, outside bar and pools all added to a wonderful, relaxing experience. Not having access to the beach at the resort was a bit disappointing (wish it was clearly stated on Expedia) but shuttle to their sister resort (the little Gelato place made up for it;) with access to the beach was very convenient. Will be back for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great customer service rooms are clean and spacious. The food service and atmosphere was great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tshwanelo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went as a single female traveller and I felt safe and well looked after. Upon checking in they allowed me to check in early and they also upgraded my room which I greatly appreciate. I came in low season but I still throughly enjoyed my stay. I will definitely make a trip back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nikolaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice resort with a friendly staff

We had a good stay at Lion in the sun. People there are super friendly and really doing their best for you to have a good stay. The rooms are nice, beds are comfortable and so are the chairs. The resort is beautiful with flowers, trees and well maintained swimming pools. On the downside the biggest issue was the internet being unstable and slow and at some times it would disappear completely. Even though you are at a resort and want to relax, internet is essential. Other minor things is the water pressure being very low and that they forgot our breakfast orders the first morning, even though we were only 4-5 parties present at the breakfast restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were super - caring & professionals!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025