Title: Distant Relatives - Latest Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers Family beach hostel near Mnarani ruins ![Comfort Quadruple Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/4a488b38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/b9bf043b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Quadruple Room | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/dc9b15b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/9d296088.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/2644a892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere near Mnarani ruins. Enjoy local and international dishes at the on-site restaurant, relaxing massages at the spa, volleyball, ecotours, hiking, or rent scooters to explore. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Pet-friendly - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 18 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=13236581&PinnedHotelID=13236581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=13236581&PinnedHotelID=13236581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 19 - Oct. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=13236581&PinnedHotelID=13236581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=13236581&PinnedHotelID=13236581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=13236581&PinnedHotelID=13236581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=13236581&PinnedHotelID=13236581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=13236581&PinnedHotelID=13236581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=13236581&PinnedHotelID=13236581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/3ff62d2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Portable fan Separate bedroom Blackout drapes/curtains Stovetop Toaster - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Comfort Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/e77f87b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Quadruple Room ### Highlights Yard Patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Portable fan Private bathroom - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed ![Economy Tent, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/ab5243c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Tent, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Portable fan 3 bathrooms Stovetop - 97 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Comfort Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13236600/13236581/7770e202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Portable fan 3 bathrooms Stovetop - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKilifi-Hotels-Distant-Relatives-Ecolodge-Backpackers.h13236581.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKilifi-Hotels-Distant-Relatives-Ecolodge-Backpackers.h13236581.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.62145%2C39.83500&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=m6wPHPpQ0bs9Ah9DXFmZVjP1WOw=) Seahorse Road, Kilifi, Kilifi County, 80108 #### What's nearby - Pwani University - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - St. Patrick's Catholic Church - 6 min drive - 3.0 km - Kilifi Bridge - 6 min drive - 3.4 km - Mnarani ruins - 9 min drive - 5.2 km - Takaungu Creek - 18 min drive - 10.3 km #### Getting around - Vipingo (VPG) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Kilifi Club (Members) - ‬6 min drive - ‪Coffee Pub - ‬5 min drive - ‪Village Dishes Catering Services - ‬5 min drive - ‪Milano Backyard Grill - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kusini Tavern - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers Family-friendly hostel near Mnarani ruins You can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, concerts and live shows, and a terrace at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers. Active travelers can enjoy ecotours, hiking/biking, and beach volleyball at this hostel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Distant Relatives, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge) - Multilingual staff, books, and games Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Free in-room WiFi is limited to 24 hours per day - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 2 to 9 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Distant Relatives ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Beach volleyball - Billiards/pool table - Books - Concerts/live shows - Ecotours - Evening entertainment - Games - Hiking/biking trails - Karaoke - Library - Playground - Scooter/moped rentals - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Babysitting (surcharge) - Grocery/convenience store - Laundry facilities - Playground - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Grocery/convenience store - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Direct access to the beach - Garden - On the waterfront - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ### More - Built in 2012 - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private or shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Freezer - Stovetop - Toaster ### More - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Composting - Electrical adapters - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Portable fan - Recycling - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in 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 Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - 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. ### You need to know 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 This property uses a grey water recycling system Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 ### Property is also known as Distant Relatives Ecolodge Backpackers Hotel KILIFI Distant Relatives Ecolodge Backpackers Hotel Distant Relatives Ecolodge Backpackers KILIFI Distant Relatives Ecolodge Backpackers Hostel KILIFI Distant Relatives Ecolodge Backpackers Hostel Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers Kilifi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers? > As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers on Oct 19, 2025 start from CA $44.91, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Kilifi-Hotels-Distant-Relatives-Ecolodge-Backpackers.h13236581.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 55 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Kilifi hostel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Mnarani ruins and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Vuma Cliff Paso Noroeste. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 7.6/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Faith Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Booked two rooms for family members.Check in was seamless, friendly staff and will definitely recommend. ##### Faith Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lieve Aug 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Lieve Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zhao Jul 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a great stay! ##### Zhao Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Muhammed Jan 30, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Muhammed ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma Kristin mørk Mar 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastisk! 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. ##### Emma Kristin mørk Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie Jan 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Stephanie Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bhavin Nov 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Bhavin Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda Jan 31, 2023 ##### Amanda Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 15, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice place. I would come there next time again. Nice people there. Nice landscape. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Huug Nov 10, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### An oasis in busy Kenia Also this stay was fantastic. The “Back packers” as it is known by the locals gives you a basis to come yo yourself and plan whatever you want. Great assistence when you want something - inside or outside the lodge ##### Huug Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Huug Nov 7, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### An oasis in Kenia Fantastic accomodation. It really feels like coming home. The eco element implies that people tend to be more considerste in various ways! ##### Huug Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 1, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### sofia Aug 15, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### sofia Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Githaka Aug 15, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Loved the Bandas, with the open showers and composting toilets. Friendly staff and good location. ##### Githaka Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018