The Library Hostel

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+23 photos
Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.1

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: The Library Hostel in Nairobi offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the picnic spots. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, shared kitchen, games room, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a washing machine, tea and coffee maker, and free toiletries. Prime Location: Located 8 km from Wilson Airport, the hostel is close to attractions such as Nairobi National Museum (4.6 km) and Nairobi Botanic Garden (4.6 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • Private parking available on-site

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Availability

We have no availability here between Thu 11 Dec 2025 and Sun 14 Dec 2025

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Tobias
Sweden Sweden
“Great place for a rest, quiet and clean and comfy. Access to a kitchen, and also many books :)”
Ann-katrin
Germany Germany
“Great location, extreme serene and quiet. Comfy beds.”
Kee
Malaysia Malaysia
“Cosy accommodation in a concrete/brick double storey up market residence with a large grassed compound. Quiet. Good spacious common room. Spacious kitchen.”
J
New Zealand New Zealand
“The property is very clean and spacious. All beds in the dorm were double and very comfortable. Probably one of the best mattress I have slept on. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. They let me leave my luggage in the room after the...”
Ana
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Super clean, comfortable beds, spacious table to work in, nice couches to hang out in, and a simple garden.”
Cristina
United States United States
“Nice house in a good location. The staff and owner were nice and friendly. Comfortable bed with mosquitoes net. Great common area and backyard. Good ambiance. Loop”
Sara
Albania Albania
“.The room was comfy and the rooms were really nice in general.”
Alexander
France France
“Very lovely little house with the upper floor having dorms and bathroom and the lower floor with communal spaces and kitchen. The staff is looking well after you and they are knowledgeable about where to go. Special thanks to Fred for helping out...”
Camila
Ireland Ireland
“The hostel is fantastic, it is a big house with kitchen, living room, dinner room, you can easily feel home. Fred, the one in charge of the place is great, he was super helpful! Comfy double bed in the dorm!!”
Sinead
Ireland Ireland
“The hostel arranged an airport transfer, which was great to get to the hostel. The beds were comfortable with a mosquito net. A towel was included in the hostel price. There are lockers under the bed. There are plenty of books to choose from on...”

Property surroundings

House rules

The Library Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscover Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Library Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.