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The Library Hostel

Nairobi

Located in Nairobi, 2.8 miles from Nairobi National Museum, The Library Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

c
caroline
From
United States
Great location, clean and new, amazing staff that helps with anything and feels instantly like family. Beautiful garden and peaceful common areas, full use of kitchen, hot showers, laundry, Wi-Fi. It's PERFECT!! I've already booked my next stay with them after climbing Mt Kenya and then booked again for when I am back in Nairobi after Safari. I will always stay here when in Nairobi.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews
Price from
$25.90
1 night, 2 adults

Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

Westlands, Nairobi

Located in Nairobi, 1.9 miles from Nairobi National Museum, Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

B
Brendan
From
Canada
The people, the vibe, and of course, Susan. Susan gets it and has nurtured a great environment that attracts the right kind of people. I stayed on twp separate occasions on my trip, and hope to be back for a third next time! Thank you Susan and to all your staff. Until next time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Price from
$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.

Q
Quỳnh
From
Vietnam
A great place to meet up with people ☺️. Helpful staff. Nice kitchen to cook
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
$11.70
1 night, 2 adults

ZZZ hostel Nairobi

Nairobi

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

ADANA PODS

Nairobi

ADANA PODS is located in Nairobi, 11 miles from Kenyatta International Conference Centre and 12 miles from Nairobi National Museum.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$36
1 night, 2 adults

Cosy one bedroom Ruaka

Ruaka (Near Nairobi)

Located in Ruaka, 7.9 miles from Nairobi National Museum, Cosy one bedroom Ruaka has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

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Were
From
Kenya
The madam is so kind and caring. The house is so beautiful the amenities were exemplary. I even feel like any time I come to Nairobi that is my place of residence. I'll market it for you. I have friends coming over.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$16
1 night, 2 adults
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The Library Hostel

Nairobi

Located in Nairobi, 2.8 miles from Nairobi National Museum, The Library Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

c
caroline
From
United States
Great location, clean and new, amazing staff that helps with anything and feels instantly like family. Beautiful garden and peaceful common areas, full use of kitchen, hot showers, laundry, Wi-Fi. It's PERFECT!! I've already booked my next stay with them after climbing Mt Kenya and then booked again for when I am back in Nairobi after Safari. I will always stay here when in Nairobi.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews
Price from
$25.90
1 night, 2 adults

Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

Westlands, Nairobi

Located in Nairobi, 1.9 miles from Nairobi National Museum, Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

B
Brendan
From
Canada
The people, the vibe, and of course, Susan. Susan gets it and has nurtured a great environment that attracts the right kind of people. I stayed on twp separate occasions on my trip, and hope to be back for a third next time! Thank you Susan and to all your staff. Until next time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Price from
$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.

Q
Quỳnh
From
Vietnam
A great place to meet up with people ☺️. Helpful staff. Nice kitchen to cook
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
$11.70
1 night, 2 adults

ZZZ hostel Nairobi

Nairobi

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

ADANA PODS

Nairobi

ADANA PODS is located in Nairobi, 11 miles from Kenyatta International Conference Centre and 12 miles from Nairobi National Museum.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$36
1 night, 2 adults

Cosy one bedroom Ruaka

Ruaka (Near Nairobi)

Located in Ruaka, 7.9 miles from Nairobi National Museum, Cosy one bedroom Ruaka has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

W
Were
From
Kenya
The madam is so kind and caring. The house is so beautiful the amenities were exemplary. I even feel like any time I come to Nairobi that is my place of residence. I'll market it for you. I have friends coming over.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$16
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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