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The Library Hostel

Nairobi

Set in Nairobi, 4.6 km from Nairobi National Museum, The Library Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

V
VLADA
From
Russia
This is a great hostel maybe even the best in Nairobi (I have only been in two tho). It is clean, new and not crowded. I was working online during the day and I was completely alone and could enjoy the silence. There is breakfast included and there is a nice cafe where they have vegan milk nearby. Plus there is a big supermarket also close. Fred is very helpful with stuff like make a call or give information. All in all I’ve extended my trip and spent 4 days here , met great people and had time to rest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews
Price from
US$25.90
1 night, 2 adults

Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

Westlands, Nairobi

Set in Nairobi, 3 km from Nairobi National Museum, Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

L
Luca
From
Canada
The people were very welcoming. It happened to be trivia night. I was travelling solo however it was quite easy to connect and chat with people. I believe breakfast was included however I left very early the following morning so I cannot comment on what was included or the cleanliness of the kitchen. The dorms worked great and washrooms as well. I got dropped off via Uber so it was quite easy to find. The property is gated so it felt quite secure. Beer was available for a very reasonable price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Mad Vervet Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

Nairobi

Mad Vervet Nairobi Backpackers Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Nairobi.

A
Anne
From
Belgium
- welcoming staff and travellers - easy check-in - nice garden with volleyball net - beautiful washrooms - good wifi in the common area - comfy big beds in a quiet room , plugs next to the bed and big lockers - nice kitchen with a fridge and a ketler - nice common area ( books, games etc. ) - hostel activities possible - cute dog - nice peaceful area , a bit far from the train station but easy to reach with Uber , walkable distance from a mall with a supermarket, telecom companies etc., no board on the fence but neighbors are helping if needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Price from
US$11.70
1 night, 2 adults

ZZZ hostel Nairobi

Nairobi

ZZZ hostel Nairobi has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Nairobi.

M
Man Ting
From
Singapore
Amazing staff. Delicious food. Very quiet neighbours.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

ADANA PODS

Nairobi

ADANA PODS is set in Nairobi, 20 km from Nairobi National Museum and 6 km from Nairobi Giraffe Centre.

K
Kombo
From
Kenya
The bed was very comfortable, there was hot water in the shower, the kitchenette in the room made it very easy for me to make meals.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults

Cosy one bedroom Ruaka

Ruaka (Near Nairobi)

Situated in Ruaka, 13 km from Nairobi National Museum, Cosy one bedroom Ruaka features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

E
Elizabeth
From
Kenya
Cosy apartment With functional facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$16
1 night, 2 adults
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The Library Hostel

Nairobi

Set in Nairobi, 4.6 km from Nairobi National Museum, The Library Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

V
VLADA
From
Russia
This is a great hostel maybe even the best in Nairobi (I have only been in two tho). It is clean, new and not crowded. I was working online during the day and I was completely alone and could enjoy the silence. There is breakfast included and there is a nice cafe where they have vegan milk nearby. Plus there is a big supermarket also close. Fred is very helpful with stuff like make a call or give information. All in all I’ve extended my trip and spent 4 days here , met great people and had time to rest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews
Price from
US$25.90
1 night, 2 adults

Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

Westlands, Nairobi

Set in Nairobi, 3 km from Nairobi National Museum, Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

L
Luca
From
Canada
The people were very welcoming. It happened to be trivia night. I was travelling solo however it was quite easy to connect and chat with people. I believe breakfast was included however I left very early the following morning so I cannot comment on what was included or the cleanliness of the kitchen. The dorms worked great and washrooms as well. I got dropped off via Uber so it was quite easy to find. The property is gated so it felt quite secure. Beer was available for a very reasonable price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Price from
US$14
1 night, 2 adults

Mad Vervet Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

Nairobi

Mad Vervet Nairobi Backpackers Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Nairobi.

A
Anne
From
Belgium
- welcoming staff and travellers - easy check-in - nice garden with volleyball net - beautiful washrooms - good wifi in the common area - comfy big beds in a quiet room , plugs next to the bed and big lockers - nice kitchen with a fridge and a ketler - nice common area ( books, games etc. ) - hostel activities possible - cute dog - nice peaceful area , a bit far from the train station but easy to reach with Uber , walkable distance from a mall with a supermarket, telecom companies etc., no board on the fence but neighbors are helping if needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
Price from
US$11.70
1 night, 2 adults

ZZZ hostel Nairobi

Nairobi

ZZZ hostel Nairobi has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Nairobi.

M
Man Ting
From
Singapore
Amazing staff. Delicious food. Very quiet neighbours.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

ADANA PODS

Nairobi

ADANA PODS is set in Nairobi, 20 km from Nairobi National Museum and 6 km from Nairobi Giraffe Centre.

K
Kombo
From
Kenya
The bed was very comfortable, there was hot water in the shower, the kitchenette in the room made it very easy for me to make meals.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults

Cosy one bedroom Ruaka

Ruaka (Near Nairobi)

Situated in Ruaka, 13 km from Nairobi National Museum, Cosy one bedroom Ruaka features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

E
Elizabeth
From
Kenya
Cosy apartment With functional facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$16
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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