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ZZZ hostel Nairobi

Nairobi

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

T
Tanya
From
Italy
My favourite place is Nairobi 🥹🥺 It’s like a little oasis, it’s so beautiful and it’s the best place you can find in the whole city. The price is amazing for what you get. The WiFi speed is perfect for people who look for a place to work remotely . The garden around the room is really beautiful and the staff is very well trained, respectful and they provide first class services. It feels like being in a very expensive hotel. I will always come back here !! The location is also perfect and very safe . Don’t go anywhere else!!! If you need to relax this is the place for you!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

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 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$27
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.

R
Rob
From
Netherlands
Every morning a nice filling breakfast with 2 types of fruit, brown bread toast or chapati or samosa, egg or sausage, coffee. Almost different every day (included in the price if you are a genius). Comfortable bunk wider than average with curtain and power outlet, quiet at the rear of the building. Several common area spaces both inside and outside (rear and front). At a central location in Westlands (Nairobi) with Sarit Mall closeby, Carrefour and Naivas supermarkets, major banks, market with cheap local food stalls, but more sophisticated restaurants in the vicinity as well. Well linked to central Nairobi with public transport such as Matatu's and Boda Boda. Well equipped kitchen and the place is kept very clean. Excellent host who is interested in her guests and helpful in solving any issues. She is an experienced traveler herself.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 427 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.

E
ELIDA
From
Spain
It felt like home. Everyone was so nice and polite. Thank you especially to Dani, he helped me a lot. I'll definitely come back to Kenya and I'll stay there again. Thank you again!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Price from
US$11.70
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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 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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