Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge
Galu Beach Kenya Beach Road, 80401 Diani Beach, Kenya – Excellent location - show map
Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge
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Located in Diani Beach, Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Galu Beach and provides various facilities, such as a private beach area, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.7 km from Diani Beach. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area. Some units include a balcony and/or a patio with sea or pool views. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options with pancakes, fruits and juice are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site traditional restaurant, which serves seafood cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. Guests at Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Kinondo Shwari Beach is 2.5 km from the accommodation, while Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is 3.1 km from the property. Ukunda Airport is 9 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Private beach area
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Guests who stayed here loved
Konstantinos
Greece“Very nice hotel next to the sea. The staff is very polite and the hotel's area is very nicely done! The beach bar - currently under construction - will elevate the hotel even more.”- Pavel
Luxembourg“Everything was great bungalow...food in restaurant...beach...swimming pool and the best was owners dog Jager...he was absolutely amazing” 
Amy
United Kingdom“The location is amazing, it's an incredible deal and not too loud for a backpackers.”- MMichaela
Czech Republic“Very nice place with a private beach which was much appreciated.” 
June
Belgium“Everything, but mostly the staff! They were fantastic ❤️🫶🏽”
Mona
Germany“Nice place. You have various options for breakfast and can order lunch and dinner until 8:30pm. The pool is nice and it is located at a nice beach section with a guard watching and preventing the “beach boys” to approach you. Staff is super friendly.”
Jamina Germany“I really loved the staff, super nice people. Hearing the ocean from the dorm bed was soo dreamy.”- Metrine
Kenya“I really loved the breakfast . The location is cool and welcoming” 
Caroline
France“We enjoyed our stay at the Ecolodge, the staff were very helpful and always available.”
Niels
Netherlands“Friendliest staff you will ever meet! Excellent service, in a truly beautiful location.”
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Neighbourhood information
Languages spoken
German,English,SwahiliProperty surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Daydreamer Bar & Restaurant
- CuisineSeafood • Local • International • European
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceTraditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Galu Backpackers & EcolodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
- Linen
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Beach
- Seating Area
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- Daily housekeeping
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Private entrance
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Shallow end
- Yoga classes
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Body scrub
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- German
- English
- Swahili
House rulesGalu Backpackers & Ecolodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 15 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
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge 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.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge
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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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Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge has 1 restaurant:
- Daydreamer Bar & Restaurant
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Room options at Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge include:
- Bungalow
- Villa
- Double
- Bed in Dormitory
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Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge is 3.1 miles from the centre of Diani Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- American
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The prices at Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge 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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Galu Backpackers & Ecolodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Beachfront
- Back massage
- Manicure
- Hand massage
- Beauty Services
- Foot massage
- Body scrub
- Yoga classes
- Beach
- Neck massage
- Pedicure
- Full body massage
- Waxing services
- Head massage
- Private beach area
- Swimming Pool
