Hotels Near Golden Sand in Malindi

Very poor. Not at all as advertised. There is no pool bar (it burnt down in 2014). A lot of false advertising. Towels and sheets in poor condition. Not clean as washed by hand and not changed daily. Breakfast consists of one sausage, egg cooked to choice and baked beans only. No choice available. Plate of dumplings, pancakes and toast. Hot water and milk in flasks. Hardly anything available on the menu and certainly no bar at all. Restaurant is in the Reception. Obviously the owner does not wish to spend any money on the property as it is looking very tired and run down in areas. Rachael, the Caretaker/Manager and the staff do their best under difficult circumstances as the owner does not like to communicate/liaise with his guests who are paying. The best part is the pool and gardens. Not much else though. Very disappointed as not what is portrayed in the marketing. Our villa was unfortunately backing onto the staff quarters so rather noisy at times. My husband is Kenyan and we visit Malindi frequently but would not consider staying here again as there are much nicer places available in the area. All in all very disappointing.

My Experience at Billionaire Resort & Retreat was the most intimate & attention to detail experience I have had so far. The property is amazing from the reception to the restaurant & the apartments have the best interior I've seen in a while. The team on ground is very professional as well. The infinity pool has a breathtaking view for sunrise lovers especially if you enjoy early morning beach walks. The resort has a modern & well equipped gym which is open 24/7. The lawn tennis court which can be used to play football as well stood out. The magnificent plants/ flora along each apartment & trees that provide such a calm and not so humid breeze made it all cool. The attention to detail in every room in the apartment. All bedrooms are en-suite. It has a large living room which is great for game night & ideal for families as well. The outdoor lounge area & gazebo by the pool was great for my afternoon read & siesta. I enjoyed the concept of the bikes from Billionaire Resort to Lion in the Sun.The food was really great, I loved the á la carte menu curated for in-house guests , the experience of having freshly made cuisines that were so flavourful & well cooked with enough portions gave a more personalised Experience . My very best of it all was the yoga session that is had every Saturday & the complimentary happy hour with bittings at the rooftop restaurant while watching the sunset. I found it most ideal for families, solo travellers & people who fancy privacy. And least I forget, the spa concept at Lion in the Sun is one for the books 💕

Thank you team Hemingways Watamu for an amazing treat during our visit. Had the best time around, excellent meals,clean rooms, friendly staff. 30 minutes from Malindi Airport, excellent hotel transfers, perfect meal plans and delicious meals. The spa was a good plus for us. Gym lovers, you will enjoy every bit! Redemptor, Tom, Julius, Desmond at the bar all amazing. See you next time!