Lion In The Sun | The Safari Awards

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All you need to know

Intro
Once one of the Kenya coast’s most exclusive and most majestic homesteads, the Lion in the Sun is now a unique exciting retreat just outside Malindi Town. The property host the exclusive Thala SPA Henri Chenot and this philosophy of well being through diet and the body is fully integrated into the guest’s stay. Who just wish to relax without detoxing, Lion in the Sun is a stunning boutique hotel. The property has 16 exquisite en-suite rooms individually designed and set in clusters of four all with their own pool and beautiful outdoor seating area. Fine dining is all part of the Lion in the Sun experience. After relaxing in the sunshine you can take a leisurely stroll to the retreat’s private beach club with restaurant which has a fully serviced pool, cooling tents with luxurious sun beds and personal butler service.
Highlights
The property is one exclusive Henri Chenot Detox centers and the Chenot philosophy of wellbeing through diet and the body is fully integrated into the guest’s staying on cure. Starting with a personal consultation, therapists use specific massaging techniques according to age-old Chinese tradition, hydrotherapy and aesthetic treatments. A bio-light diet is devised along with a bio light alimentary regime which teaches the correct use of food. The menu consists of exceptional fresh and natural foods including fruit, fish and vegetables. The on-site staffs at Lion in the Sun is fully trained to use an array of treatments from hydrotherapy, phyto-mud therapy and hydro jet treatments to ease away toxins and leave the body feeling purified and relaxed. The retreat’s personal trainer complements the treatments with a variety of activities from yoga to cycling through the forest, swimming and using the fully equipped high tech gym.
Need To Know
Lion in the Sun is sister to Billionaire Resort. Luxury apartments are available to rent and facilities like tennis course, casino, restaurant and disco are free of charge to Lion in the sun guest.
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Quick Facts

Region
Africa
Average Stay
1 WEEK
Average Price
EURO 250 PER DAY
Child Policy
Children from 3 to 12 years 30% discount on the rates above in own room Children from 3 to 12 years 50% discount on the rate for additional bed Infants under 2 years free of charge
Accommodation
16 large and luxurious rooms distributed in 4 splendid villas dipped in a beautiful tropical garden, interrupted with 4 swimming pools, where the hosts can enjoy the principle privacy and 60 staff in order to satisfy every wishes and desires. The 16 rooms are furnished in various styles and each has its own personality in order to transmit emotions and feelings. The eyes of the guest stop in every corner because no details have been left to the case.
Accolades
Amongst the famous names that have come to Detox at the Lion in the Sun’s Thala Spa are Naomi Campbell, Fernando Alonso, Roberto & Eva Cavalli, Bono, Benetton Family, Aznar Family, John Galliano, Kenzo, President Berlusconi, to name a few.
Season
FROM 15 JULY TO END OF APRIL
Region
Africa

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