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Firefly Eco Retreat

Lodge

Shimoni village road

5 nights, 2 adults

USD$330

Includes taxes and charges

5 nights, 2 adults

USD$330

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
10 mentions

You can feel so close to nature and the staff were amazing and beyond helpful

The staff was amazing

Pool
8 mentions

The view, the boat tent, the swimming pool

the pool is huge and awesome to cool off

Comfortable rooms
7 mentions

The tented rooms are comfortable and so peaceful

The tent rooms are in a beautiful setting in amongst lots of large trees

Great location
6 mentions

This eco rretreat has a wonderful location, and the manager Jacob is super helpf…

The lodge is situated in an absolutely stunning location, offering a serene and …

Clean rooms
3 mentions

I loved our tent too, specious and clean, but it was really hot and we definitel…

Pool was big and clean

Overview

With Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest reachable in 44 km, Firefly Eco Retreat offers accommodation, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Some units feature a balcony and/or a patio with sea views. A car rental service is available at Firefly Eco Retreat. Colobus Conservation is 48 km from the accommodation, while Shimoni Slave Caves is a few steps from the property. The nearest airport is Ukunda, 54 km from Firefly Eco Retreat, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

K

Karolina

couple

March 11, 2026

10

People and scenery make this place very special!

I loved the place from the very first moment we arrived, so peaceful and beautiful. You can feel so close to nature and the staff were amazing and beyond helpful! I loved our tent too, specious and clean, but it was really hot and we definitely preferred to spend most of the time outdoors.

L

Laura M

couple

February 2, 2026

7

The view, the boat tent, the swimming pool

M

METravel

solo_traveller

December 13, 2025

10

A place to co be still, commune and relax within Nature

This eco rretreat has a wonderful location, and the manager Jacob is super helpful as I arrived unannounced to meet up with a sailing crew, and he helped with all our anchoring needs, kept our food in the fridge overnight, and so many other things. The food is great, tell them in advance you will be eating there. The tented rooms are comfortable and so peaceful. There are 2 family cottages, but I didnt see inside of those. It is lovely to stay in the forest, but beware monkey troupes which can overrun the camp at any time. the pool is huge and awesome to cool off

B

Binnie

extended_group

November 15, 2025

10

Lovely place

A

Aaron

couple

September 25, 2025

9

The tent rooms are in a beautiful setting in amongst lots of large trees. Very peaceful and beautiful.

P

Paula

couple

September 4, 2025

9

The staff was amazing! Thanks Festo and all his team! It's a peaceful and cozy place in the middle of the jungle, where the options of food was more than great! Awesome cheff!

M

Mike

solo_traveller

May 12, 2025

10

Beautiful spot, nice pool, nice rooms and friendly stuff. Thanks for a great stay...

Beautiful spot, nice pool, nice rooms and friendly stuff

P

Pauline Low

solo_traveller

February 10, 2025

9

Value for money stay, good for those who want a quiet place.

I had sea facing room. It was quiet, and right next to dive centre. Pool was big and clean. Food was good, just need to order in advance and tell them the time you want it.

G

Green

extended_group

January 11, 2025

8

everything

J

Jacquie

couple

December 31, 2024

10

Waterfront delight

A wonderful stay in a beautiful, cleverly designed, and thoughtfully appointed cottage. It's just as nice as the photos! Service was terrific, and the food was delicious. And the waterfront setting and view are magnificent.

J

Jeff

couple

December 16, 2024

10

The lodge is situated in an absolutely stunning location, offering a serene and tranquil environment that is perfect for peace, introspection, and reconnecting with nature. The setting is truly breathtaking, with a sense of quiet that allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the surroundings. The staff’s warmth, care, and attention to detail are truly commendable. A special mention goes to JACOB and DINAH, whose exceptional hospitality and professionalism made our stay unforgettable. Their dedication to ensuring every aspect of our experience was seamless is deeply appreciated. We were particularly impressed by the lodge’s commendable efforts in coral reef restoration, addressing the impact of bleaching, and its commitment to education and advocacy for marine conservation. This initiative adds a meaningful layer to the already wonderful experience, allowing guests to witness and support the positive impact of sustainable practices. We will certainly return and highly recommend this lodge to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway with a purpose. Thank you to the entire team for making our stay so memorable!

A

Ann

couple

November 26, 2024

10

Lovely views from the restaurant area over the water. This place is connected to a little centre doing research into protecting and restoring the coral reef. We met the post graduate students from around the world there, heading off to dive and gather data. Amazing place and people and lovely staff Lovely 20m pool. We are budget travellers so stayed in the fixed tents. Good to have a fan in there. Toilets and showers are simple and fine. Buy a little food at the local village or pay for meals in the eco retreat. But the beer is cold. We organised a snorkeling trip through the manager to the marine reserve. Stunningly beautiful.

R

Reinier

family_with_children

July 7, 2024

6

Very friendly and helpful staff

M

Millicent

family_with_children

April 1, 2024

8

It was excellent, hopefully to pay a visit in the future

The ambience was on another level. Located next to the beach was not only breathtaking but also brought a feeling of calmness and relaxation.

J

Jana

extended_group

February 20, 2024

9

Super cozy!

Chill Area and the view over the ocean. And there was water for free.

L

Lorenzo

solo_traveller

February 5, 2024

7

Best location. Awsome set up. I was up-graded in a big tent over-looking the sea.

P

pauline

solo_traveller

December 4, 2023

9

Value for money stay, good for those who want a quiet place.

I had sea facing room. It was quiet, and right next to dive centre. Pool was big and clean. Food was good, just need to order in advance and tell them the time you want it.

L

Lucy

couple

October 1, 2022

8

Very quiet place just by the beach, the sea breeze,monkeys,sea food and sunsets… it was spectacular

location

J

John

solo_traveller

July 13, 2022

8

Lovely views, excellent staff, quiet & isolated, close to everything in Shimoni, excellent pool!

N

Nico20031997

solo_traveller

May 16, 2022

9

Perfect place to relax and unwind

Amazing location, super friendly and nice staff, ocean view, Pool area, and a very nice food

Facilities

Activities

Massage, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Walking tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar, Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered

General

Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Swimming pool, Salt-water pool, Pool bar, Shallow end, Swimming Pool

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Private check-in/check-out, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Car hire, Tour desk, Luggage storage, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Ironing service

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Family Room with Sea View

This family room offers a pool with a view. Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Among the room amenities are a private entrance, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as an outdoor dining area and sea views. The unit has 3 beds.

Max 5 guests 35 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 22:00
Check-outFrom 10:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
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Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 11:21 AM

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Firefly Eco Retreat - 0 Star Hotel in Shimoni