Search Hostels in Nairobi

By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your vacation. You’ll find safari tours and other activities to enjoy, and the natural parks create an appealing natural setting.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: Guest House Hotel Chrisna - Hostel - Property features include free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and tour assistance. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Indovu - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. You’ll find bed sheets and free WiFi in all rooms. Shalom House - Hostel - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. You’ll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Milimani Backpackers - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. NAIROBI SIMBA YOUTH HOSTELS - Located within a 20-minute walk of Nairobi National Park. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as free parking.

If you’re in the market for somewhere affordable to stay in Nairobi, one of Expedia’s 9 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and March with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are July and June with an average of 65°F. Average annual precipitation for Nairobi is 28 inches.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore some places near Nairobi. Get out into nature with places like Uhuru Park, Karura Forest, and Nairobi National Park. Cultural attractions include Nairobi National Museum, Bomas of Kenya, and Karen Blixen Museum. Visit landmarks like Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Nairobi in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Nairobi (WIL-Wilson), 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away. An alternative is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), situated 8 mi (12.9 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Syokimau SGR Railway Station, Nairobi Station, or Syokimau Station.