Name: Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
Address: Seahorse Road, 80108 Kilifi, Kenya, Seahorse Road, Coast Region, 80108, Kenya
Rating: 8.8

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Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers

Seahorse Road, 80108 Kilifi, Kenya – Great location - show map

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The property is a mix of African tradition and contemporary. It attracts a mix of all races and cultures in the world. The villagers around the place are extremely warm. That was my first experience and looking forward to visit the place again

David, Kenya

This place is an eco-lodge in real sense. Property owners have made real effort in small small details to make it eco friendly. Beside its a real value for money. Its a budget accomodation but yet offers every amenity. Place itself is quite cool to hang around and they are popular for some of the food theme days.

Aarti, Tanzania

I loved the whole environment.Very peaceful and relaxing.I also loved the staff,pool and the beach.The activities were amazing and the other guests were very friendly.I loved Adams and Issa😊

Stella, Kenya

Distant Relatives is a stunningly beautiful place - by far the best I've seen in East Africa. It's a short walk to the creek/beach where you can swim in glowing plankton waters and watch the stars. The staff are nice and helpful, and the place has an amazing vibe from all the activities, Permaculture gardens and features, and the attention to detail. The also have a good billing system that makes checking in and out hassle free. Looking forward to visiting again :-)

Mogendi, Australia

Wonderful place- staff were welcoming and helpful- they upgraded me for 2 nights from a dorm to an ensuite for no reason other than it was available! Lovely area to chill out and relax around pool and bar- and lots of info on stuff to do in the area. Nice that it is an ecolodge too. Probably the best place I stayed at in the whole of Kenya and Tanzania!

Julia, United Kingdom

Fantastic location,lovely people. Very relaxing few days,wish I'd stayed longer😁

Chris, United Kingdom

Extraordinary hostel with an unique atmosphere. The eco-concept is really interesting and it feels nice to somehow be a part of it (e.g. the bathroom..) The staff was absolutely nice and helped where they could. The food was nice but a little pricey for the size of it. But you always have the possibility to cook for yourself so this is nothing that i would write one the negative side. ;)

Hannah, Germany

I loved: the lit up baobab tree, the bioluminescent plankton in the creek, the extra kind staff, the delicious food, meeting unique individuals!! The farm, their ethics, sense of community, the chill out areas, space to think.

Kayla, United Kingdom

By far the most beautiful, relaxing and well-managed hostel i have ever visited. Anywhere. The music, the staff, the building, the outdoor-area, the bamboo-showers, pizza-night,... Everything is perfect here. It's not overpriced either, which makes it the best choice for any type of traveller on the Kenyan coast. Don't miss out on this place, you won't regret it! A big thank you to Steve and the rest of the team.

Senne, Belgium

Everything! - the common area set-up, the staff, the location, the rooms, the food (the smoothies are incredible albeit somewhat expensive)

Justin, United States of America

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Located at Kilifi Creek, just 1.9 miles outside of town and surrounded by a community forest, Distant Relatives Ecolodge and Backpackers features a private, secluded beach area, a restaurant and outdoor pool.

The lodge offers different accommodation types, ranging from family and double rooms to beds in a dormitory or safari tents. The spacious rooms feature custom made furniture and shelving. The waterproof tents feature a bed-side table and solar lights.

Distant Relatives offers a communal kitchen. Meals can also be ordered from the restaurant and include vegetarian options. Cocktails and refreshments can be enjoyed at the bar. The lodge also offers regular live music events.

Facilities at the lodge include outdoor bamboo showers, a private jetty, a library and a tour desk.

An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, hiking, volleyball, sailing and darts. Visits to the nearby Fumbene village can be arranged.

Distant Relatives is 28 miles from Malindi Airport and 31.1 miles from Mombasa Airport. Airport shuttles can be arranged for a fee.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Kilifi! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 269 ft² This room features an en suite shower, a fan and custom made shelves. It has a shared toilet. Room Facilities: Shower, Desk, Fan, Bathroom, Shared toilet, Bathtub or shower, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Garden view, Towels, Linens, Entire unit located on ground floor, Clothes rack, Board games/puzzles, Pool With a View, Shallow End, Trash cans, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Recently booked! Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
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Room Size: 97 ft² Each tent is waterproof, carpeted and fitted with mosquito net, bed-side table and solar light at night. There is a shared bathroom and toilet. Room Facilities: Desk, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet, Private entrance, Garden view, Towels, Linens, Clothes rack, Board games/puzzles, Pool With a View, Shallow End, Trash cans, Non-feather pillow Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 269 ft² Offering a private courtyard with shower and toilet, this rooms features custom made shelves and furniture. Room Facilities: Shower, Desk, Fan, Toilet, Bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Garden view, Towels, Linens, Clothes rack, Board games/puzzles, Pool With a View, Shallow End, Trash cans, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Room Size: 646 ft² This is a single bed in a spacious 8-bed mixed dormitory room with shared bathroom. Room Facilities: Desk, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet, Private entrance, Mosquito net, Garden view, Linens, Clothes rack, Board games/puzzles, Pool With a View, Shallow End, Trash cans, Non-feather pillow Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children

An Inside Look at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers

Distant Relative Ecolodge, Bronze Eco-Rated by Eco Tourism Kenya, is nestled between the Giriama village of Fumbini and the beautiful emerald waters of Kilifi Creek. The lodge attracts adventurers from around the world who gather to share tales of the road, mingle with the local community, and enjoy the beautiful ocean views and sunsets that Kenya has to offer. The lodge's accommodation options include camping, dormitories, safari tents, private rooms and beautifully designed ensuite bandas with their own charming private courtyards. The options offer spacious, well ventilated rooms with custom-made shelving units and glass bottle wall designs. The lodge has a lounge area and a fully stocked bar which offers a variety of beverages. Guests also enjoy local and continental dishes in buffet and menu options. The lodge organizes Dhow Sailing, Scuba diving, Windsurfing, Kayaking, bicycle rental, wake boarding, snorkeling, and village tours. Onsite, is also a swimming pool- recently rebuilt with new night lights and seating: a perfect place for guests to spend the day with a good book and a cool drink! Laundry services are available and airport pick-ups can be arranged.

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Restaurants & Markets

Nautilus Restaurant 1.7 miles
Tuskys Supermarket Supermarket 1.7 miles
Oloitiptip Market 2.2 miles
Wild Living Cafe/Bar 3.4 miles

Natural Beauty

Indian Ocean Ocean/Sea 3.1 miles

Closest Airports

Malindi Airport 32.8 miles
Moi Airport 33.1 miles

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All children are welcome.

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8.4
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8.7
Location

8.6
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8.6
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9.2
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9.2
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5.3

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June 12, 2017

Voince
Uganda
Age group: 18 – 24

2 helpful votes
7.1

“Beauty.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Tent (2 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇The ambience was just perfect.
June 7, 2017

David
Kenya
10

“My Experience at Distant Relatives Ecolodge and Backpackers ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Tent (2 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The toilets are outside of the rooms but again, I this was intentional to bring about the African hustle. The problem if you had a running stomach
눇The property is a mix of African tradition and contemporary. It attracts a mix of all races and cultures in the world. The villagers around the place are extremely warm. That was my first experience and looking forward to visit the place again
May 23, 2017

Max
Kenya
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Tent (2 Adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉nothing
눇ambience and the crowd was good
May 3, 2017

Rifat
Kenya
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Family Room (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Toilet
April 18, 2017

Aarti
Tanzania
10

“Ecolodge - with real value for money and amazing vibes.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉Nothing.
눇This place is an eco-lodge in real sense. Property owners have made real effort in small small details to make it eco friendly. Beside its a real value for money. Its a budget accomodation but yet offers every amenity. Place itself is quite cool to hang around and they are popular for some of the food theme days.
April 5, 2017

Stella
Kenya
10

“A heavenly weekend”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Tent (2 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Payment using debit cards was a bit tricky and charged extra
눇I loved the whole environment.Very peaceful and relaxing.I also loved the staff,pool and the beach.The activities were amazing and the other guests were very friendly.I loved Adams and Issa😊
March 25, 2017

Mogendi
Australia
Age group: 25 – 34

3 helpful votes
10

“An amazing place for greenies and long term travellers”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉There needs to be a bit more education on how to use the composting toilets - some people aren't using them right.
눇Distant Relatives is a stunningly beautiful place - by far the best I've seen in East Africa. It's a short walk to the creek/beach where you can swim in glowing plankton waters and watch the stars. The staff are nice and helpful, and the place has an amazing vibe from all the activities, Permaculture gardens and features, and the attention to detail. The also have a good billing system that makes checking in and out hassle free. Looking forward to visiting again :-)
March 16, 2017

Caroline
Kenya
8.3

“Distant relatives was an amazing choice for a get away place!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Tent (2 Adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉The shared toilets :(
눇The lounges and the very friendly staff at reception
March 13, 2017

Julia
United Kingdom
10

“fantastic!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉nothing!
눇Wonderful place- staff were welcoming and helpful- they upgraded me for 2 nights from a dorm to an ensuite for no reason other than it was available! Lovely area to chill out and relax around pool and bar- and lots of info on stuff to do in the area. Nice that it is an ecolodge too. Probably the best place I stayed at in the whole of Kenya and Tanzania!
March 13, 2017

Anonymous
Estonia

2 helpful votes
10

“One of the best hotels in Kenya”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Relaxing atmosphere, good ecological concept, exotic shower outside, delicious food, friendly staff, nice beach.
March 11, 2017

Chris
United Kingdom
9.6

“Fantastic place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Family Room (4 Adults)
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Fantastic location,lovely people. Very relaxing few days,wish I'd stayed longer😁
March 9, 2017

Mattandkate
Australia
Age group: 35 – 44

2 helpful votes
9.6

“Super relaxing”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Tent (2 Adults)
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉Boda Boda's and Tuk Tuk arranged by hotel cost more
눇Relaxed setting in pool and bar area. Dinner specials. Communal Kitchen available.
March 5, 2017

Hannah
Germany
10

“Extraordinary hostel with an unique atmosphere”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Budget Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눇Extraordinary hostel with an unique atmosphere. The eco-concept is really interesting and it feels nice to somehow be a part of it (e.g. the bathroom..) The staff was absolutely nice and helped where they could. The food was nice but a little pricey for the size of it. But you always have the possibility to cook for yourself so this is nothing that i would write one the negative side. ;)
January 29, 2017

Anonymous
Hong Kong
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉I suppose the eco-friendly toilets might not be for everyone, but it's all helping to reduce water waste in a drought area.
눇Excellent staff, worthwhile project, friendly and welcoming common rooms, and nice food and drinks, plus the nearby beach has bioluminescent plankton you can swim with at night!
January 29, 2017

Kayla
United Kingdom
10

“Everything you want and need”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눇I loved: the lit up baobab tree, the bioluminescent plankton in the creek, the extra kind staff, the delicious food, meeting unique individuals!! The farm, their ethics, sense of community, the chill out areas, space to think.

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