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Situated in Nairobi, 3.2 km from Nairobi National Museum, Nairobi Backpackers Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is set 5.1 km from Kenyatta International Conference Centre, 3.1 km from Habitat for Humanity Kenya and 3.2 km from Nairobi Botanic Garden. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hostel, every room is fitted with a desk. Rooms are fitted with a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The rooms have a safety deposit box. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Nairobi Backpackers Hostel. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Eden Square Office Block, Kumbu Kumbu Art Gallery and Museum Hill Centre. The nearest airport is Wilson Airport, 9 km from Nairobi Backpackers Hostel.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available on-site


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
10
High score for Nairobi
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lena
    Norway Norway
    The beds are comfy, the staff are really nice and helpful. I got my phone stolen the same night I checked in and Sam gave me his phone for the night.
  • Axel
    Argentina Argentina
    Excellent place!! very safe, with good people, friendly and willing to help and take care of the guest! Super recommended place!!
  • Axel
    Argentina Argentina
    Excellent place!! very safe, with good people, friendly and willing to help and take care of the guest! Super recommended place!!

Property surroundings

Facilities of Nairobi Backpackers Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Games room
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Transport
    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules

    Nairobi Backpackers Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    Available 24 hours

    Check-out

    From 09:00 to 10:00

     

    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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Nairobi Backpackers Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

    FAQs about Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

    • Check-in at Nairobi Backpackers Hostel is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Nairobi Backpackers Hostel is 1.9 miles from the centre of Nairobi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Nairobi Backpackers Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Games room
      • Bowling
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Water park
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Walking tours
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Pub crawls
      • Horse riding
      • Themed dinner nights
      • Game drives
      • Movie nights
      • Bike tours
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Happy hour
      • Stand-up comedy

    • The prices at Nairobi Backpackers Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.