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Reviews of Lion in the Sun Boutique Hotel & Spa 5 stars

Marine Park Road PO BOX 1056, 80200 Malindi, Kenya

#4 of 19 hotels in Malindi

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 98 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    9.0
    Enjoyed and would definately stay again
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Thought the menu was a bit limited and the food itself was average.

    The overall stay was great. Very clean and relaxing. Wish we could have stayed longer. My wife and I got massages and they were both excellent!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2025

    10
    Peaceful retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have been nice to have a variety of menu choices as there’s only 1 restaurant and it’s the same menu every night. So maybe an Italian menu/japanese etc so each evening feels different

    The seclusion

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    9.0
    10/10
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food needs to improve

    Stunning views Beautiful location Absolutely worth it

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2025

    10
    The Lion in The Sun team do their absolute best to ensure we had a pleasant seamless and enjoyable experience. The atten
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The attention to detail, beautiful architecture/decorations and art. Wonderful greenery well manicured.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    9.0
    Amazing staff and helpful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    none. I was there for one night

    Amazing staff and the room was spacious.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    10
    Overall would highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food wasn’t the best, they could do with more variety. The cats made noise outside the rooms at night, which wasn’t ideal if you want to get some rest.

    The place was super clean, the staff were amazing and friendly. Overall a very good experience.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    8.0
    Great hotel, we loved it, but we probably would not come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Staff was very very slow, friendly but too slow. We have to ask multiple times for things and the service in general should have been better because we seemed to be the only guests for a day. The beds are not good, we did not sleep too well, the AC was not strong enough, we had to ask for a fan. The breakfast was not to a 5 star hotel level in my opinion and the cost for the massages was insane. I would have loved a massage but a message in the middle of Africa for over 11k KES (around 80 EUR) is like European prices.

    We loved the entire layout of the place, it was calm and peaceful, staff was very friendly, sun beds were super comfortable and it was very empty when we were there. We recommend March. The tour to hells kitchen was one of the highlights.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2025

    9.0
    A breathtaking hotel where you can completely relax and disconnect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    only restaurant open for dinner was at the Lion in the Sun. although the food was absolutely delicious it was quite limited if you stay for a week at the hotel.

    the property is stunning. everything is cleaned and neat. the pool, garden, entire property is gorgeous. the short bike ride to the beach is great. the staff are incredible and so friendly.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food quality, portions and price

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2025

    10
    Perfect getaway for a little bit of luxury.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The perfect place to relax and unwind. Exceptional service! The fact that you can move between the two sites gave it a great variety.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    10
    Memorable
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Every single thing. I would go back every time and i would recommend every time

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2025

    10
    Paradise Stay!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no beach access here but you can go to Billionaire Resort Hotel.

    Lion in the Sun is the sis property of Billionaire Resort! They are very close to each other. Lion in the Sun its more Boutique Boho style and it has the Spa Center on it. Great rooms, amazing pool, Extraordinary staff and Pro Management Team.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2025

    10
    Paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Relaxing, friendly staff, amazing service, great facilities… loved it! Will be going back very soon.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2024

    9.0
    My wife and I had a great time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Was not impressed with the food. They could do better.

    Breakfast was great!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2024

    10
    Fantastic!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved our stay, the staff is very professional, the food is spectacular, and they are very flexible. Shuttle services available to take you to the resort whenever you would like. We spent most of our time at the retreat because it was so relaxing and quiet. We also had a pool right outside our room which was a plus! Would definitely go back!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very Nice and cosy place Very helpful persons at the hotel

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no sandy beach

    The breakfast was simple but really good. We loved the privacy you get from the private Villas, which included a private pool.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2024

    9.0
    Simply magical
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    One area they could improve on is evening entertainment. For guests looking for more activities in the evenings, introducing light entertainment options such as live acoustic music, cultural performances, or themed cocktail evenings could enhance the nighttime experience. Creating cozy outdoor movie nights or bonfires with marshmallow roasting could also offer something unique for couples and families.

    One of the most impressive aspects of the resort is its remarkable cleanliness. From the moment I arrived, I noticed how flawlessly maintained everything was. The rooms and communal areas sparkled, thanks to the dedicated housekeeping team, who take pride in their work. Every little detail was carefully attended to—beds were perfect, and the outdoor spaces, including the stunning pool areas and gardens, were nothing short of immaculate. Even the beach and poolside, which can often be challenging to keep tidy, were pristine, adding an extra layer of luxury to my experience. It truly felt like a slice of paradise!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2024

    9.0
    Very beautiful and very good food!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Chairs for having breakfast were not really comfortable

    Very nice, good combination with billionaire beach resort

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2024

    10
    A beautiful hotel staffed by the kindest of people in a great Indian Ocean location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Superb setting with stunning communal areas adorned with beautiful scented white flower trees. The rooms were super clean and the staff were truly exceptional and a huge asset to the property. They were most attentive and remained at our disposal throughout the days and nights of our stay. Shiela, Happy,Rosemary and Gakena will live long in our memories of our stay at this oasis. The warmest of smiles and happy to help demeanour will take some beating wherever you stay in the wold. Malindi is a hidden gem and in my opinion this hotel is by far the best in the area. Be sure to try the Hob restaurant which is close by.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    9.0
    Short and sweet!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff hovering to take my plate as soon as I’m done eating felt a bit off to me.

    I loved the efficiency and friendliness of the front office team and all the staff. The location is fantastic, and the retreat area is wonderfully serene. I can’t wait to return for a longer stay with friends and family.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    10
    Memorable
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food order process

    The bikes and ease of movement axtivities and very friendly staff. I even added 2 more nights

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2024

    9.0
    Perfect!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little bit far from the town.

    Stuffs are very friendly,pools are nice,room is clean.

    Stayed in October 2024

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