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Milimani Backpackers

1.5 star property
Pet-friendly hostel connected to a shopping centre in Nairobi with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Tent | Garden
Living area
Standard Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
Exterior detail
Reception

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
St. Hellen Road, Karen, Nairobi
  • The Karen Hospital
    8 min walk
  • Karen Country Club
    4 min drive
  • The Hub Karen
    6 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson)
    25 min drive

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Men only

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Single Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Nairobi

At Milimani Backpackers, you'll be connected to a shopping centre and 4 km (2.5 mi) from The Hub Karen. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. English breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Karen hostel include Karen Blixen Museum and Nairobi National Park.
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What's nearby

  • The Hub Karen - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Nairobi National Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Giraffe Centre - 9 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 37 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cultiva Farm Kenya - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Java House Karen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mangrove Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rib Racks Bbq - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Karen Hunters One Stop Centre - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Milimani Backpackers

Pet-friendly hostel connected to a shopping centre in Nairobi with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Milimani Backpackers. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nairobi hostel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Milimani Backpackers offers 13 accommodations with blackout curtains. This Nairobi hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately USD 6.5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Laundry fee: USD 10 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Milimani Backpackers Hostel Nairobi
Milimani Backpackers Hostel
Milimani Backpackers Nairobi
Milimani Backpackers And Safari Centre
Milimani Backpackers & Safari Centre Hotel Nairobi
Milimani Backpackers Nairobi
Milimani Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Milimani Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Milimani Backpackers?

Milimani Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Milimani Backpackers?

Yep, Milimani Backpackers has a free self car park.

What makes Milimani Backpackers a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Milimani Backpackers.

Does Milimani Backpackers serve breakfast?

You bet, English brekkie is served daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Milimani Backpackers?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Milimani Backpackers?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Milimani Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 11 AM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Milimani Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

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2.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
None. Disappointed that the property does not accept Kenyan. So sad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019