Name: Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers
Address: Seahorse Road, Kilifi, Kenya, Kilifi, Kenya
Rating: 8.7

Guest reviews

8.7

Fabulous

Based on 221 verified reviews

Facilities

10

Cleanliness

10

Rooms

10

Service

10

Location

10

Dining

10

Who stays here?

Business

1%

Couple

13%

Family

8%

Group

44%

Solo

31%

10

Faith

29 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Booked two rooms for family members.Check in was seamless, friendly staff and will definitely recommend.

10

Lieve

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

10

Zhao

4 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a great stay!

4

Muhammed

30 Jan 2023

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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.

10

Emma Kristin mørk

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Utrolig flott «hostel» Dette lå 5 minutter fra en fin Strand, har utrolig godt basseng. Mat og drikke er ganske dyrt, men veldig godt. Å bo her Anbefales. Føltes mer som et resort enn et hostel.

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Seahorse Road, Kilifi, Kenya

Location

Located in Kilifi, Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mnarani ruins and Vuma Cliff Paso Noroeste are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

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Property policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 21:00

Before 11:30

Good to know

Additional policies and info about this property.

FAQs

Complimentary parking is available for guests, with both onsite and limited parking options.

A continental breakfast is offered at a cost of USD 7.00 for adults and USD 3.5 for children. The specific serving hours are not mentioned.

Check-in is from 15:00 until 21:00, and check-out is at 11:30. Early or late check-in/check-out options may be available upon request.

Airport shuttle services are available at a fee of USD 55 per vehicle for a one-way trip. Guests must contact the property with arrival details to arrange the transfer.

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.

The property is located in Kilifi, on the waterfront and in a rural area. Nearby attractions include Mnarani ruins and Vuma Cliff, with opportunities for scuba diving, snorkeling, and hiking.

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal. Specific operational hours are not mentioned.

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers

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