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. Shalom House - Hostel - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as free parking. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. NAIROBI SIMBA YOUTH HOSTELS - Located within a 20-minute walk of Nairobi National Park. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Adana Pods - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with free WiFi. Three Rey Hostels - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for somewhere affordable to stay in Nairobi, one of Expedia’s 12 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.

Overall, Nairobi is known for its safari tours, parks, and wildlife. Major attractions include Nairobi National Park. Get out into nature with places like Uhuru Park, Karura Forest, and Arboretum. Cultural attractions include Nairobi National Museum, Karen Blixen Museum, and African Heritage House.

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.