Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
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Located at Kilifi Creek, just 3 km outside of town and surrounded by a community forest, Distant Relatives Ecolodge and Backpackers features a 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 45km from Malindi Airport and 50 km from Mombasa Airport. Airport shuttles can be arranged for a fee.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Petchara
United Kingdom“The staff at Distant Relatives were absolutely the best! I stayed during the low season of the hostel when there weren’t too many other people around which was great for relaxing, but Maureen, Rose, Mohammed and Derrick were all amazing in making...” 
Ann-sophie
Germany“The camp was beautiful and invites you to stay there the hole day.”
Jacek
Poland“Great, quiet location, far from the city. Fantastic common space with pool. Helpful and friendly staff.”- Joana
Portugal“It is always a pleasure staying here, it is not my first time. The staff are incredibly friendly, the food is good, and location great!” - Beatriz
Brazil“I loved the place, the facilities. It is very well maintained, staff is nice and it’s a beautiful place for holidays!” - Clear United Kingdom“Lovely place huge bedroom super comfortable beds. Absolutely loved the outdoor bathroom 👍 Staff were amazing and so nice to have the dogs and cat there, felt like home Food Was lovely and well priced. 100% Recommend”
- Martina Germany“The tent we stayed in was quite small but the rest of the place just amazing. Spotlessly clean, just a few steps from the beach and the pool was amazing. We felt just like at jome. Asante!”
Cecilia
Italy“This place is unique. I will always love to come back.”
Sian United Kingdom“Distant Relatives gets everything right: beautiful surroundings, a lovely pool, super friendly and helpful staff and a great mix of locals and tourists. We arrived super early as we'd got the overnight train from Nairobi but the staff were really...”
Michela Germany“As a female solo traveler I absolutely loved my experience at Distant. The staff goes above and beyond to accommodate you. Great food. Clean facilities. Stable internet. Amazing vibe. Would absolutely recommend!!”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • European
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Distant Relatives Ecolodge & BackpackersGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Shared toilet
- Private bathroom
- Shared bathroom
Bedroom
- Linen
View
- Garden view
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
PetsPets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Movie nights
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Nightclub/DJ
- SnorkellingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Darts
- WindsurfingAdditional charge
- Karaoke
- BilliardsAdditional charge
- Games room
- FishingAdditional charge
Food & Drink
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
Reception services
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
Entertainment and family services
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Mosquito net
- Private entrance
- Car hire
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Higher level toilet
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
- Yoga classes
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- English
- French
- Swahili
House rulesDistant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
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Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Check-in at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers is 1.3 miles from the centre of Kilifi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Games room
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Karaoke
- Darts
- Windsurfing
- Evening entertainment
- Head massage
- Happy hour
- Back massage
- Beach
- Yoga classes
- Movie nights
- Foot massage
- Swimming Pool
- Full body massage
- Tour or class about local culture
- Neck massage
- Walking tours
- Hand massage
- Live music/performance
- Couples massage
- Nightclub/DJ
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Room options at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers include:
- Family
- Tent
- Bed in Dormitory
- Double
