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A spacious room with a thatched roof, wicker furniture, a large bed, and a view of a pool and greenery. - Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa (Malindi)
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a decorative headboard, and a view through a sliding glass door. - Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa (Malindi)
A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a statue, and potted plants. - Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa (Malindi)
A modern living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large framed artwork of a lion's face. - Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa (Malindi)
A pool area with lounge chairs, a clear pool, and thatched-roof structures. - Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa (Malindi)
Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

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

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A room with a four-poster bed, a small bedside table, a nightstand, a patterned rug, and a door with a shutter.

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior King Room

A room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

Superior King Room

  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table, and a TV.

Deluxe Suite

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table with decorative items, a large window with a view of the outdoors, and a modern ceiling design.

Superior King Suite

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

DOUBLE SUPERIOR GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Maua Standard King Room

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a sofa, and a small table.

Maua Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Malindi, Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa is in the entertainment district and near a private beach. Vasco da Gama Pillar and Portuguese Chapel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Marine Park. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Malindi travel guide
Map
Marine Park Road, Malindi, Kilifi County, 80200

What's nearby

  • A beach with a boat on the water and the sun setting in the background.
    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
  • Masai Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • White Elephant Sea & Art Lodge
    4 min drive
  • Cafe Delicious
    8 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

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 150 km
  • 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • 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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor padel court
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Tennis lessons

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Office
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 11 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.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from 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 4 outdoor pools.

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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

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

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Does Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 100 per person applies.

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

Situated near the airport, this luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Marine Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Silversands Beach and Vasco da Gama Pillar. Portuguese Chapel and Malindi Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

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

Reviews

Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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