Nairobi
Kenya · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Nairobi, Kenya range from $10 to $52/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 12 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Nairobi, Kenya
A typical dorm night in Nairobi runs about $10.
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Hostels we track in Nairobi
- Wildebeest Eco Camp 8.6 · 333 reviews
- Jabulani Backpackers Hostels 8.8 · 138 reviews
- The Library Hostel 9.4 · 61 reviews
- Mad Vervet Nairobi Backpackers Hostel 7.9 · 42 reviews
- Deka Hotel 2.3 · 10 reviews
- PinkRoses Gardens Hostel 9.7 · 7 reviews
- Xenia Backpackers 9.6 · 3 reviews
- Mlango Farm - All Inclusive – Ngecha Village (Near Nairobi) 10.0 · 2 reviews
- Indovu Back Packers 10.0 · 1 reviews
- The Clarion Hotel Nairobi
- WeniZani Backpackers Hostel Nairobi
- ZZZ HOSTEL LIMITED-LAVINTON
Local knowledge for Nairobi
Where to stay
Most budget hostels cluster in Westlands, around Woodvale Grove and the Sarit Centre area, or in Kilimani along Argwings Kodhek Road. Both neighborhoods put you close to matatu routes and decent food options without the pickpocket risk that comes with cheap rooms near River Road in the CBD.
Getting around
- Matatus cover the whole city for 30-50 KES per ride. Route 58 runs Westlands to the CBD. Confirm the route with the conductor before boarding, since different vehicles on the same route sometimes terminate early.
- The Maasai Market rotates by day: Tuesdays on Kijabe Street, Fridays at Village Market in Gigiri. Show up on the wrong day and you will find an empty parking lot.
- Gikomba Market on Gikomba Road is one of the largest secondhand markets in East Africa and worth the trip even if you are not buying. Go before 9am to avoid the worst of the heat and the crowds.
When to go
April and May (the long rains) are the cheapest months to find a bed. July through August and the late-December to mid-January window fill up fast as safari travelers use Nairobi as a transit point.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Nairobi cost per night?
Dorm beds in Nairobi currently range from $10 to $52/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Nairobi?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Nairobi are July 4, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Nairobi?
HostelHawk currently tracks 12 hostels in Nairobi, Kenya.
Where do backpackers stay in Nairobi?
Most budget hostels cluster in Westlands, around Woodvale Grove and the Sarit Centre area, or in Kilimani along Argwings Kodhek Road. Both neighborhoods put you close to matatu routes and decent food options without the pickpocket risk that comes with cheap rooms near River Road in the CBD.
What is the best time of year to visit Nairobi?
April and May (the long rains) are the cheapest months to find a bed. July through August and the late-December to mid-January window fill up fast as safari travelers use Nairobi as a transit point.