Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel
Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel
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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel in Nairobi offers a garden, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, and karaoke. Free on-site private parking is available. Modern Amenities: The hostel features a balcony, private bathroom, kitchen, and dining area. Additional amenities include a shower, slippers, and free toiletries. Dining Options: Breakfast is available as continental, vegetarian, and vegan. Pub crawls are organised for guests. Prime Location: Located 9 km from Wilson Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Eden Square Office Block (2 km) and Nairobi National Museum (3 km). Highly rated for its host, staff, and service support.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Shinichi
Japan
“You can meet many nice people here and the facilities are enough to meet your expectation as a low-badget accommodation. Location is nice - you can go to the big shopping mall in 5 minutes walk and you can withdraw money, buy food, prepare for...” - Njeka
Kenya
“The host is exceptional,very helpful, friendly and super good at what she does.” - Laura
Austria
“The staff, especially James from the reception, were super friendly and also helpful. There are activities for every evening and you can book lots of tours and daytime activities through the hostel and get lots of information from James. The vibe...” - Jake
Australia
“Amazing hostel for the first stop in Africa. Would recommend it to everyone” - Sheryl
Kenya
“The whole place had an authentic vibe ,the rooms were clean and really organised,the staffs were good and the whole place is close to social amenities and some local eateries.” - Tusharkumar
India
“Jabulani Backpackers! A home away from home. I had a great time! I met many like-minded travelers. The hostel is very close to supermarkets, restaurants, and clubs. It is located in a very safe area of Nairobi. Emily is a hardworking lady—she...” - Monica
Australia
“I had the best time at jabulani - the owner and staff are very lovely and kind people, it attracts great people to their hostel. They had really comfortable beds- evem though I was at a shared room I had total privacy since the beds are covered...” - Karthik
United Kingdom
“Decent hostel in Nairobi. I couldn't spot many hostels in that city so not much of a choice really. Pretty central location and decent enough social scene.” - Chiara
Italy
“Location is great and they organize activities together. Rooms are good and clean.” - Jessica
United Kingdom
“Stayed several times over February-April. A great place to stay for a while, with access to Westlands (walking on main roads in the area feels incredibly safe as a woman, even in evenings) and central enough to explore Nairobi. Women's room having...”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.