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Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers

Kenya Kenya , Malindi Region
KILIFI, Seahorse Road, P.O. Box 126
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9.2 Excellent 15 Reviews
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Distant Relatives is a lush and enchanting environmentally conscious beach retreat nestled along an emerald lagoon, white sand beaches and an enchanting community. This property is a message of optimism, an experimental model of environmentally and socially conscious living.

Join us on the reef and lagoon for diving, snorkeling, dhow sailing, windsurfing, deep sea fishing, or simply come relax and mingle with travelers from around the world by the pool and in the vast, green and leafy social spaces. The kitchen serves fantastic fresh food for the guests and the staff is ready with all the travel advice you need.


With a stay at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers in Kilifi, you'll be 3 mi (4.8 km) from Mnarani ruins and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Vuma Cliff Paso Noroeste. This beach hostel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Kilifi Creek and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from St.

Patrick's Catholic Church. Make yourself at home in one of the 22 individually decorated guestrooms.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

Conveniences include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Childcare
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 1:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators By ocean Noise-free rooms not guaranteed No hot water onsite Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions Pets allowed (no fees)

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • There is no hot water on site.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
    • Free in-room WiFi is limited to 24 hours per day
  • Special 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. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 9 per person
    • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Swahili

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Kilifi Creek 1 km / 0.6 mi
Pwani University 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
St. Patrick's Catholic Church 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Kilifi Bridge 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Mnarani ruins 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Kivukoni School 8.1 km / 5.1 mi
Takaungu Creek 8.3 km / 5.1 mi
Vuma Cliff Paso Noroeste 18.5 km / 11.5 mi
Kuruwitu Marine Sanctuary 26.8 km / 16.6 mi
Baobab Golf Course at Vipingo Ridge 29.8 km / 18.5 mi
Mida Creek 35.3 km / 21.9 mi
Mtwapa Mall 41.8 km / 26 mi
Ruins of Gedi 46.8 km / 29.1 mi
Mombasa Go-Kart 47.1 km / 29.3 mi
Bamburi Beach 47.7 km / 29.6 mi

Facilities

Year of construction
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Total number of rooms
Number of floors (main building)
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Double rooms
Junior suites
Suites
Hotel
American Express
JCB
Diners Club
MasterCard
Visa
Maestro
Bus/Train station
Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
Airport
Harbour
Beach
Golf course
Wheelchair-accessible
Car park
Key Collection
24-hour reception
Check-in hour
Check-out hour
Late Check-out
Mobile phone coverage
Wired Internet
Wi-fi
Local and international calls
Car hire
Transfer service
Secure parking
Airport Shuttle
Laundry service
Launderette
Multilingual staff
24-hour security
Hotel safe
Currency exchange facilities
Supermarket
Shop
Garden
Terrace
Bicycle storage
Sun terrace
Luggage room
Toaster
Dining area
Private pool
Private beach area
Library
Electric kettle
Café
Bar
Restaurant
Non-smoking area
Smoking area
Poolside snack bar
Banquet hall
Breakfast room
Conference room
Meeting room
Projector
Conference hostess
Printer
Photocopier
Audio-visual equipment rental
Outdoor freshwater pool
Sun loungers
Parasols
Children playground
Kids’ club
Entertainment programme for adults
Theatre / auditorium
Game room
Nightclub
Pub
Massage
Breakfast
Breakfast served to the table
Hot breakfast
À la carte lunch
Brunch
À la carte dinner
Breakfast and lunch
Picnic
Vegetarian meal
Waterskiing
Motor board ride
Diving
Windsurfing
Sailing
Catamaran sailing
Canoeing
Pedal boating
Squash
Cycling / mountain biking
Volleyball
Beach volleyball
Billiards
Surfing
Badminton
Darts
Safari
Upon availability

Room options

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0

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    Bed in dormitory • BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0

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  • DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM DOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOM DBL.FH
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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3

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    DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    DOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM
    DOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOM
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARD FAMILY ROOM • STANDARD FAM.ST
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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5

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    Occupancy Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3

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    Occupancy Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Tent ECONOMY WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers

9.2
Excellent
15 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
5 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
Faith
Booked two rooms for family members.Check in was seamless, friendly staff and will definitely recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2024
Zhao
It was a great stay!
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
30 Jan 2023
Muhammed
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.
Business_and_leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
15 Aug 2018
Githaka
Loved the Bandas, with the open showers and composting toilets. Friendly staff and good location.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2025
Lieve
Very atmospheric and sociable place. Socially committed, sustainable and with a strong local base. A great place to hang out and relax. Great music events.
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