Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
Seahorse Road, 80108 Kilifi, Kenya – Great location - show map
We keep on coming back to DR just because it's the best place to be in Kilifi. You can sleep, eat, work, swim, have fun, listen to music, meditate and socialize - all in one place.
Russia
Located at Kilifi Creek, just 1.9 mi 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 accommodations 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 mi from Malindi Airport and 31 mi from Mombasa Airport. Airport shuttles can be arranged for a fee.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Bar
Property practices
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Ekaterina
Russia“We keep on coming back to DR just because it's the best place to be in Kilifi. You can sleep, eat, work, swim, have fun, listen to music, meditate and socialize - all in one place.”
Dc
United Kingdom“We got upgraded to bandas and so we were very lucky in this respect. Great staff, atmosphere, chill space, incredible bioluminescence, activities, games, mangroves and local snorkelling, huge food portions. We loved it and easily could have stayed...”
Johya
Kenya“I LOVE SUSTAINABILITY!!!!! So this was great. all their initiatives are amazing, they area everything about the set-up was great!”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • European
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Distant Relatives Ecolodge & BackpackersGreat facilities! Review score, 8.5
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Linens
- Garden view
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Clothes rack
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Movie nights
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Nightclub/DJ
- SnorkelingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Darts
- WindsurfingAdditional charge
- Karaoke
- Pool tableAdditional charge
- Game room
- FishingAdditional charge
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Private entrance
- Car rental
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Raised toilet
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Open all year
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Yoga classes
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- English
- French
- Swahili
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cash
Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
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Room options at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers include:
- Family
- Tent
- Bed in Dorm
- Double
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Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers is 1.3 miles from the center of Kilifi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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The prices at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Pool table
- Game room
- Snorkeling
- 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
