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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.

A
Ahmed Anis
From
Uganda
I recently stayed at The Library Hostel for six nights, and it was an incredible experience. Everything was exactly as described, and the management team—Fred, Risper, and Paul—were exceptionally nice, welcoming, and professional. The hostel is impeccably clean and wonderfully calm, providing the perfect environment for rest and relaxation. One of the highlights of my stay was the opportunity to meet new and interesting people every day. The atmosphere at The Library Hostel fosters great interactions and connections among guests. I would definitely return to this hostel and highly recommend it to others. Thank you, The Library Hostel, for an unforgettable stay!
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.

G
Gert
From
Cambodia
Run by experienced traveller Susan, she does an amazing job at creating the best possible experience for her guests. She is the kindest, most helpful host you can imagine! We and the other guests had dinner together (fully equipped kitchen and nearby supermarket), went out to the best places (she knows all!), had an outdoor big screen movie night with popcorn. All so much fun! The place is kept super clean, spacious beds, hot showers, and the delicious free breakfast is the cherry on top! Can't wait to go back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 453 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.

V
Valerie
From
Germany
Very "homey" place. Extremely good for relaxing and meeting new people. I really loved the Ethiopian and Italian nights where everybody eats together and the volley ball games :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 226 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.

L
Leader
From
Kenya
ZZZ is a hidden gem! My daughter and I loved the warm reception we received, even though we checked in late at 11pm. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The bedding was of excellent quality, clean, comfortable, and velvet soft. The service was attentive and genuinely caring, always taking time to listen to our needs. The Chinese cuisine was top-notch, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Every part of our stay reflected true value for money. A heartfelt thank you to the ZZZ Hostel and Hotel team for such professionalism and warmth. We will definitely return. I highly recommend it to everyone!!
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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