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Milimani Backpackers
1.5 star property

Pet-friendly hostel connected to a shopping centre in Nairobi with free parking

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Milimani Backpackers

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Tent | Garden
Front of property
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Basic Cabin

Overview of Milimani Backpackers

Reviews
2.0

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Check out the area

Map
St. Hellen Road, Karen, Nairobi
  • Popular LocationThe Hub Karen6 min drive
  • Popular LocationKaren Blixen Museum6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGiraffe Centre9 min drive
  • AirportNairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)39 min drive
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Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

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

View all photos for Basic Cabin

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

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 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

View all photos for Basic Cabin

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

Located on the boardwalk, Milimani Backpackers is in Lang'ata neighbourhood and is connected to a shopping centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Karen Blixen Museum, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit The Hub Karen and City Market. Nairobi National Park and Kenyatta International Convention Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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What's nearby

  • The Hub Karen - 6 min drive
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 6 min drive
  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 6 min drive
  • Nairobi National Park - 7 min drive
  • Giraffe Centre - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Java House Karen - 5 min drive
  • Cultiva Farm Kenya - 6 min drive
  • Cj’s - 5 min drive
  • Karen Hunters One Stop Centre - 4 min drive
  • Big Smoke - 5 min drive

About this property

Milimani Backpackers

Hostel near The Hub Karen
Located close to Karen Blixen Museum, Milimani Backpackers provides a terrace, a shopping centre on-site and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and barbecues
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Milimani Backpackers have amenities, such as free WiFi.

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 for a fee: USD 6.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Library
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

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 stay for free
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Is Milimani Backpackers pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Milimani Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Milimani Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Milimani Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does Milimani Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Milimani Backpackers located?

Located in Lang'ata, this hostel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from The Hub Karen and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Karen Blixen Museum. Nairobi National Park and Kenyatta International Convention Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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