Set in Nairobi, 3.8 km from Nairobi National Museum, Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 5.4 km from Kenyatta International Conference Centre, 3.1 km from Museum Hill Centre and 3.2 km from Sigiria - Karura Forest. The accommodation features karaoke and a shared kitchen. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while selected rooms also feature a balcony. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes continental, vegetarian and vegan options. You can play table tennis at the hostel. Popular points of interest near Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel include Eden Square Office Block, Kumbu Kumbu Art Gallery and Habitat for Humanity Kenya. The nearest airport is Wilson Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
6 large double beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Nairobi
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emma
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Great social atmosphere, staff is incredibly kind, and the location is very central
  • Tom
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Had an amazing stay here, good to meet people and also the staff is really lovely and helpful. I definetly recommend.
  • Iina
    Finland Finland
    Very nice hostel, the staff was helpful and friendly, the place was nice. It’s a bit basic but comfortable and clean, very good value for money and a good place to chat with other travelers and chill at the terrace outside.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
  • Karaoke
  • Table tennis
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 21:30
    Check-out
    From 00:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of US$30 is required on arrival. That's about £22. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 71
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    A damage deposit of US$30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

    • The prices at Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Table tennis
      • Karaoke
      • Evening entertainment
      • Pub crawls
      • Movie nights
      • Game drives
      • Walking tours

    • Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel is 2.7 miles from the centre of Nairobi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan