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AHG Lion Beach Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Watamu Beach

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Outdoor pool
Aerial view
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, deep-tissue massages
Aerial view
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Watamu Beach Road, Watamu, Kilifi County
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruins of Gedi
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room

Classic Room

  • Desert view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room

Classic Room

  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room

Family Room

  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Watamu

Beachside getaway.At this Watamu hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Watamu Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Prawn Lake. Also, Mida Creek is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ruins of Gedi is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mida Creek - 10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Ruins of Gedi - 16 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Malindi Beach - 28 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Mambrui Beach - 46 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Beach Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

AHG Lion Beach Resort

4-star beachfront hotel near Watamu Beach
Some rates at AHG Lion Beach Resort are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at AHG Lion Beach Resort like an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Watamu hotel.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
AHG Lion Beach Resort offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 10:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at AHG Lion Beach Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

AHG Lion Beach Resort SPA
AHG Lion Beach Resort Hotel
AHG Lion Beach Resort Watamu
AHG Lion Beach Resort Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

How close is AHG Lion Beach Resort to the airport?

AHG Lion Beach Resort is 12.4 mi (40-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at AHG Lion Beach Resort?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AHG Lion Beach Resort on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $105, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does AHG Lion Beach Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at AHG Lion Beach Resort.

How close is AHG Lion Beach Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does AHG Lion Beach Resort offer free breakfast?

AHG Lion Beach Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at AHG Lion Beach Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at AHG Lion Beach Resort?

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

Is there free parking at AHG Lion Beach Resort?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does AHG Lion Beach Resort have a pool?

AHG Lion Beach Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does AHG Lion Beach Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does AHG Lion Beach Resort have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis, facials, and massages.

How close is AHG Lion Beach Resort to downtown Watamu?

AHG Lion Beach Resort is 1.1 mi away from Watamu.

AHG Lion Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 18 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic holiday! Beautiful location, good food, perfect cleanliness, great animation team!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Huzaifa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hospitality and amazing customer service. They were very accomodating in all our requests. We wanted an early check-in and they were more than willing.
Well kept landscape
Great view
Clean comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hebah Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
AHG Lion Gate Hotel has a lot of potential. The food was very good, and the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. It was also fascinating to see how many languages they spoke, which really added a welcoming and international feel to the place. However, the alcoholic drinks were disappointing—most tasted watered down, like a mix of juice and very little alcohol. For the price of the all-inclusive option, it’s surprising that it ends at 10 p.m. After that, you have to pay for drinks, and paying €7 for a cocktail that isn’t well made feels unreasonable. There are also small details the hotel could easily improve to enhance guests’ experience, such as adding irons and full-length mirrors in the rooms, since the bathroom mirror is quite small. On the positive side, the nightly entertainment was great, and the pool area is lovely, though it closes early at 7 p.m. Watamu Beach is beautiful too, but note that the tide doesn’t come in until the afternoon—mornings are low tide with very little water. Overall, it’s a pleasant stay with friendly staff and nice food, but a few simple improvements could really elevate the experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Serita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and good. However the staff (room service) and the staff at the pool area were very unprofessional, they kept coming at me asking endless questions and what’s worse was when they insisted on entering the room while I was still inside and actually showering , in the name of wanted to spray the room and draw the nets even after I I told them I was inside. I had to lock myself in the bathroom for that
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently had the pleasure of staying at your property and wanted to share my experience. The hotel was clean and well maintained, and I was especially impressed by the friendliness of the staff. The food was excellent, and my room was spotless and comfortable. The only minor drawback was the distance to the beach, which was a bit farther than expected. However, this did not significantly impact my overall enjoyment of the stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

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

Overnight in Watamu

We went for a getaway for a child's birthday with some of her friends. Good value for money for all inclusive. Easy access to the beach. Decent buffet. Rooms were spacious. Beds comfortable. I appreciated Anthony the animator stopping by to say hello. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Watamu beach

Place had some age but it was still very charming and had a great view overlooking the water from our front sitting veranda. Breakfast left a little to be desired and are checking experience wasn't the best has it seemed like maybe the front staff was having a bad day. But the room was great overall and I had a nice pool and it was a very close walk to the beach and the restaurants there. We ate quite a few meals at Mapongo Italian restaurant halfway down the beach. The owners from Italy and he's quite inviting. The portions are large just warning you in advance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The scenery around the property was very beautiful. Overall the property was what I would consider a little tired. Lots of rooms to maintain and insufficient funds to do so. All inclusive was average to be kind food possibly below average (my fiance suffered from food poisoning after eating fish at lunch on the first day). A property that has a lot of potential but needs a lot of money spending on it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Syed

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and very well advertised but very far from as described. The Air conditioning did not work at all which is a must for that town. Troed two different rooms and was the same. The shower drain was blocked and flooded the floor. No towels in the rooms. Very minimalistic services with high end pricing. We decided to check out the same day we checked in despite of a 3-night stay. Still fighting the battle for our refund which we were promised by the manager before we left, Ricardo I believe was his name. I would not recommend this place at all. We spend the next 3 days in a different hotel which was great and nothing like this place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl Aksel

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

Great resort - very well run

We stayed at the resort for 9 days. I really only have positiv things to say about it. The room was beautifull and spacious, with a nice bathroom. The premises are very greek-style gorgeous. The beach is better than at DIani because you are shelteres from the swell. There is always security at our part of the beach, so you can leave valuebales while swimming. The staff is very friendly and profesional. The italian manager was always around. Very friendly and easy to talk to if you have feedback or special requests. The food at all incusives is usually ok. But here they have raised it from good to great. Because it is Italian run? They also had free shows almost every night. It's so realxing to go 50 meters from your room and have that entertainment. All in all i would not recommend the place if you are looking for lots of partying and young peole getting drunk. But it is perfect if you are looking for a super stay to relax, enjoy the beauty, have great food and a nice base to go on excurtions”
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel is very cost-conscious. Upon check-in we quickly noticed its limitations compared to other hotels in the same price range. The hotel’s exchange rates were exorbitant, charging 138 KES per USD and 145 KES per EUR, while the market rates were 129.25 KES and 134.16 KES, respectively. The limited breakfast options were disappointing. The breakfast setup lacked side dishes and sufficient cutlery, although the large cups allowed for generous servings, and the fruits were sweet. Unfortunately, some staff were largely unfriendly, particularly towards indigenous Africans. For instance, a staff member at the fruit section barely acknowledged my spouse while warmly greeting a white guest who arrived later. The security personnel lacked proper shelter from the elements. In our room, the bed sheets were rarely changed. Beach access was shared with another hotel, and local guides were aggressive in approaching new visitors at the beach gate. We were not shown around the hotel to locate amenities; we had to navigate on our own to find the restaurant. The curtains in our room did not close properly, compromising privacy. The hotel claims to enhance operational efficiency and guest experiences while boosting revenue, but it seems their priority is profit over guest satisfaction. While the location is appreciated, beach access is not ideal, and overall hospitality and dining experiences were subpar. The facilities looked good but did not meet expectations given the price paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emil

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Mycket att fixa men en del bra saker

Sängen är bedrövlig, maten är riktigt usel och servisen lämnar mycket i övrigt att önska. Läget är fantastiskt, älskar utsikten och poolen.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Una bella struttura non nuova ma ben tenuta. Stanza ampia e luminosa con vista mare, pulita e funzionante. A pochi metri c'è la spiaggia con lettini a disposizione. La colazione è discreta e abbiamo cenato un pao di volte li con soddisfazione. Ma consiglio di provare il locale sulla spiaggia appena fuori. Personale cordiale e gentile, bella la piscina, attenti alla sicurezza anche nello spazio riservato in spiaggia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benson

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna Paola

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Joanetta

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

pratesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olika

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