Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers

Pool view
Lobby or reception
Restaurant/places to eat
Lounge or bar, Seating area
Game Room
4.3 / 5.0
Excellent(316 Ratings)

Nature lodge in Kilifi, Kenya

Reasons to book

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more

About this nature lodge rental

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.

Amenities

Pool
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly

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Available Rooms

1 Bunk • 269 ft²

Sleeps 4
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2 Single or 1 Queen • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2
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1 Single • 645 ft²

Sleeps 1
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1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews

4.3 / 5.0
Excellent(316 Ratings)
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4.5 / 5.0
Aug 2024
Chill place with great vibe.
Friendly staff, nothing was a problem, good bar and kitchen was ok too. The shower outside was amazing.
The compost toilet was smelly. Seems Im not so “green” to enjoy it. 😂
4.5 / 5.0
Nov 2023
Desconexión
Instalaciones de 10, comida muy buena.
El acceso al complejo
4.5 / 5.0
Sep 2023
Amazing!!!
The pool area was beautiful! Food was delicious, I recommend the mama zucchini so yummy! Staff was super friendly especially Phillip & Michael! Going down to the beach to see the glowing plankton at night was defo a highlight of our Kenya travels!
The mosquito nets were not the best so if you’re sensible when it comes to insects, maybe bring your own. Also I had a weird moment with one of the staff members, unfortunately don’t know his name, but he took pictures of me without my permission which was kinda uncomfortable
4.5 / 5.0
Aug 2023
Noce relaxing place
The place is really nice and the atmosphere in there is super good. The open mic is funny and on saturdays they also have live music. Moreover, if you are interested in a sailing trip to see the sunset ask for Abuu, he is a man from Lamu who is doing this excursions with his "dhow", typical sailing boat. It is a nice trip and he is a really interesting guy.
I thought there'll be more offer of excursions. You can ask at the reception how to get to places, and they are really kind but there are not many activities planned, such a group excursions.
4.5 / 5.0
Aug 2023
Super nice hostel in kilifi
Amazing food. The best I had so far in Africa and for good prices. Super friendly staff Nice common areas Good location Nice vibe
Bugs in room because of no mosquitonets Our room was near place for staff. They start to work early (7’ish). It’s a big staff, so it was a bit loud in the morning.
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
Perfect place to escape the hustle ad bustle of the African cities for a few days
The staff were friendly and greet you by name (amazing!!) We we’re late arriving due to a flight delay, I received a message asking if I wanted to preorder dinner before the kitchen closed, and the menu was attached. The property was kept clean the entire time. The atmosphere is really casual and relaxed.
They had a and on the Friday night. They were great, but had some technical issues, which meant they started late and finished late. The music was going past 2am, which is fine for a lot of people. However I’m old, an go to bed by midnight, so it was a little much for me. But it wouldn’t stop my going back.
4.5 / 5.0
Jul 2023
Fabulous place, kitchen improvements would only make it better.
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 longer.
The shared kitchen needs some attention to make the place perfect; bigger fridge, more pans, more kitchen equipment such as bowls, cutlery and serving spoons etc, spices. I think there should be some thought put into an eco water filter system for drinking water to prevent people buying single use plastics. Constructive criticism but kitchen could be improved.
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
Amazing natural and ecological setting
Wonderful place in amazing nature. We highly appreciate sustainable approach and eco-concept.

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Kilifi, Kenya?

The average price for a rental in Kilifi, Kenya is $79 per night. This rental is $1 above the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers. Enjoy the water!

Is Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers pet friendly?

Yes! This nature lodge is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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