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Milimani Backpackers

1.5 star property
Pet-friendly hostel with restaurant, connected to a shopping centre, near Karen Blixen Museum

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Garden
Living area
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail
Reception

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains

Room options

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

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

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

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

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

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

Basic Cabin

Highlights

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

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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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Free parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
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About the area

Map
St. Hellen Road, Karen, Nairobi

What's nearby

  • The Hub Karen - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Nairobi National Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Giraffe Centre - 9 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 25 min drive
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) - 39 min drive
  • Syokimau Station - 37 min drive
  • Nairobi Station - 40 min drive
  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 44 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cultiva Farm Kenya - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Java House Karen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mangrove Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rib Racks Bbq - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Karen Hunters One Stop Centre - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Milimani Backpackers

Milimani Backpackers puts you within a 10-minute drive of Nairobi National Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay for free (dogs and cats only)
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Designer shops on-site
  • Shopping centre on-site
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6.5 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 per cent
  • Laundry facilities are available for an extra charge of USD 10 per day

Policies

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

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

Does Milimani Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Milimani Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Milimani Backpackers?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Milimani Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Milimani Backpackers?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 25 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Milimani Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Milimani Backpackers?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Milimani Backpackers and nearby?
Milimani Backpackers has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Milimani Backpackers?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Milimani Backpackers like?
Milimani Backpackers is in Karen, a short 8-minute walk from The Karen Hospital.

Milimani Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

2.0

2.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

None. Disappointed that the property does not accept Kenyan. So sad
1-night romance trip
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