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Billionaire Resort & Retreat

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Property grounds
Smart TV
Private beach, white sand, free beach shuttle, free beach cabanas
Experience the ultimate luxury retreat at Billionaire Resort & Retreat, where crystal-clear waters meet pristine beaches. Relax on a sun lounger or indulge in yoga classes and rejuvenating spa treatments like massages, aromatherapy, and Ayurvedic therapies.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Gym

Room options

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Deluxe Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Deluxe Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
3 bedrooms
  • 490 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Double Beds

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3 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 228 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Large Single Beds

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 146 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the area

Located in Malindi, Billionaire Resort & Retreat is on a private beach. Portuguese Chapel and Vasco da Gama Pillar are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Marine Park. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Map
Marine Park Road, Malindi, 80200

What's nearby

  • Marine Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Vasco da Gama Pillar - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Malindi Beach - 14 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Silversands Beach - 16 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Watamu Beach - 22 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishermans' Restaurant On The Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪+39 Italian Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Finch Hattons - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Neelam Cuisine - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Travellers Resort - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Billionaire Resort & Retreat

Luxury boutique hotel by the ocean
Consider a stay at Billionaire Resort & Retreat and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a swim-up bar and a beach bar. With a private beach, free beach cabanas and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a massage, aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments at Thalaspa Henri Chenot, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and garden views. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include boat tours and beach yoga. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a poolside bar and a terrace.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), a banquet hall and a lift
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Blackout curtains, turndown services and guidebooks
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, childcare services and daily housekeeping

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Billionaire
  • Billionaire Grill & Bar
  • Lion In The Sun

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach yoga
  • Boat tours
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room babysitting
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

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
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Mud bath
  • Sauna
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests are recommended to download the property's billionaire resort & retreat mobile app before check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 16 September to 1 November:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 100.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 100.0 per night

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, 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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; 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
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub, while guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility and hot tub with adult supervision
Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Lion Sun Hotel
Lion Sun Hotel Malindi
Lion Sun Malindi
Lion In The Sun Hotel Malindi
Lion In The Sun Resort Malindi, Kenya, Africa
Lion in the Sun Hotel
Billionaire Resort Retreat
Billionaire & Retreat Malindi
Billionaire Resort & Retreat Hotel
Billionaire Resort & Retreat Malindi
Billionaire Resort & Retreat Hotel Malindi

Frequently asked questions

Does Billionaire Resort & Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Is Billionaire Resort & Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Billionaire Resort & Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Billionaire Resort & Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Billionaire Resort & Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Billionaire Resort & Retreat located?

This Malindi hotel is on the beach, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Marine Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Silversands Beach and Malindi Beach. Portuguese Chapel and Vasco da Gama Pillar are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Billionaire Resort & Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Motunrayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paradise! A fantastic hotel providing a peaceful oasis - very helpful staff, clean and great services across the Billionaire Resort. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maiko

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

Exceptional hotel experience

Exceptional in every way; the hotel is stunning, the staff were wonderful and we were treated with great generosity. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was superb in every aspect. The staff were all friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and clean. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff, very atentive, friendly and helpful. Lovely views of the gardens,. Clean property. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ward

Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Salvatore

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

Getaway in Malindi

The service was great they could pay more attention to the little details on the maintenance side. Overall very satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The facilities are amazing - the pools are immaculate and gorgeous scenery in general. Staff are great. The only downside was the very limited menu (and quite high prices for the portion/quality) at Lion in the Sun. On top of that, all vegetarian options were not available one day, with no alternative offered - which was a little disappointing, especially as nearby places (Art and Nature - highly recommend!) were able to modify dishes and cater for dietary requirements on request.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meravigliosa struttura comfort resort comfort food bellissima atmosfera
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Miriam

Liked: Staff & service
Godt
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simonyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Sara Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Billionaire hat zwei Bereiche: das eigentliche Billionaire Resort am Meer mit Appartements (22 insgesamt, von denen aber 11 im Besitz von regelmäßigen Gäste ist) und das „Lion in the Sun“ (nicht direkt am Meer), das Zimmer anbietet. Bei der Buchung in Expedia landet man im „Lion in the Sun“. Im Lion in the Sun gibt es mehrere Hütten, die je 4 Zimmer beinhalten. Jede Hütte hat ihren eigenen Lounge Bereich mit Sofas und einem eigenen Pool. Außerdem gibt es noch einen großen gemeinschafts-Pool. Frühstück gibt es in dem Teil in dem man übernachtet. Restaurant nur im Billionaire. Ein Shuttle Service Transportiert einen wann immer man möchte von einem in den anderen Teil (600m Distanz). Der Strand am Billionaire ist felsig, die Pools im „Lion in the Sun“ sind traumhaft und sehr ruhig, perfekt zum entspannen. Das Fitnessstudio ist gut, hat aber leider kein WLAN. Das Personal ist super freundlich und bemüht. Wir können das Hotel weiter empfehlen. Der Strand am Billionaire hingegen war etwas enttäuschend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

severine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

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

1001 Nacht

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Obed

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth a billion

Facilities were very nice although there was some misconception about the location as unless you rent an apartment you actually stay at lion in the sun resort accross the street from the billionaire. Food and drinks were terrible for a resort of this caliber. Thank god dining in the area is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Velma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tutto veramente meraviglioso

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The strange thing is when you book on Expedia you think you are booked at the Billionaire Resort but you end up staying at their different property called Lion in the Sun- very deceptive. Other than that I had a pleasant stay at Lion in the Sun, the staff were extremely hospitable and exceeded my expectations. I would go back again and again. I suggest you separate the properties when booking on Expedia.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Najma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were really disappointed when we found out that you had to purchase everything even water and tea . I have never stayed in any place where water wasn’t free. Food was just not it . Pricey and not good quality food, only thing we genuinely enjoyed was the chocolate cake lava even though it was about 3 full spoons . We had stayed at sandies tropical which was few meters away, paid less than what we paid here and it was all inclusive. We mentioned we were celebrating our anniversary but it was not acknowledged. All the pools were very deep , some People don’t know how to swim . Overall we wouldn’t pay that much money for a resort like this . Highly disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022