Situated by the ocean, Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers is a great choice for a stay in Kilifi. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy local and international cuisine at Distant Relatives, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights.
Languages
English, French, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets stay for free
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (24 hours per day)
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared fridge
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Playground
Babysitting (surcharge)
Local/corner shop
What to do
Yoga classes
Beach volleyball
Ecotours
Hiking/biking trails
Scooter/moped hire
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Karaoke
Pool table
Beach access
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safari nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 2012
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Mosquito nets
Communal living room
Arcade/games room
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Portable fan
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Garden
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Freezer
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Composting
Recycling
Special features
Dining
Distant Relatives – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 2 to 9 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 55 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Policies
There is no hot water on site.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Does Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 55 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as volleyball and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours, volleyball and yoga. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers?
Yes, Distant Relatives offers local and international cuisine.
Does Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a garden.
What's the area around Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers like?
Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers is located on the waterfront, a short 11-minute walk from Kilifi Creek and 15 minutes' walk from Pwani University.
Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
5.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Bhavin
Bhavin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 July 2024
It was a great stay!
Zhao
Zhao, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
30 January 2023
I stayed at Backpackers before this is not backpacker anymore. Price of beer is $4 cocktail $8. Not eco anymore they have English toilets. Price of room is higher than nearby B&B. Everyone who was staying was complaining about the prices. This place used to be really nice and affordable and staff were friendly. Even new staff don’t seem to like working there. WiFi didn’t work at all so I couldn’t work.
Muhammed
Verified Travelocity guest review
8/10 Very good
1 November 2018
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 August 2018
Loved the Bandas, with the open showers and composting toilets. Friendly staff and good location.
Githaka
Githaka, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 January 2023
Amanda
Amanda, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 June 2019
Nice place. I would come there next time again. Nice people there. Nice landscape.
Verified traveller
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2018
An oasis in busy Kenia
Also this stay was fantastic. The “Back packers” as it is known by the locals gives you a basis to come yo yourself and plan whatever you want. Great assistence when you want something - inside or outside the lodge
Huug
Huug, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 November 2018
An oasis in Kenia
Fantastic accomodation. It really feels like coming home. The eco element implies that people tend to be more considerste in various ways!