Milimani Backpackers

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Located close to Karen Blixen Museum and The Hub Karen, Milimani Backpackers provides a terrace, a shopping mall on site, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a woven floor mat.

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed room with wooden frames and white bedding.

Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed room with a mosquito net, framed pictures on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with two wooden beds, a small nightstand, a window with bars, and a curtain.

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bed with white bedding and a framed artwork depicting figures with baskets on their heads.

Basic Cabin

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a red wall.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed room with a mosquito net, framed pictures on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with two wooden beds, a small nightstand, a window with bars, and a curtain.

Basic Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted artwork, and a sheer canopy.

Basic Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a red wall.

Executive Single Room

  • Garden view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located on the boardwalk/promenade, Milimani Backpackers is in Karen neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Travelers 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. Visit our Nairobi travel guide
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Nairobi, St. Hellen Road, Karen

What's nearby

  • A giraffe in a grassy field with a city skyline in the background.
    Nairobi National Park
    7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • A large, single-story house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and tall trees.
    Karen Blixen Museum
    7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Two giraffes standing on a paved area with a fence, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor furniture.
    Giraffe Centre
    10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Kazuri Beads Factory
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Hub Karen
    7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station
    38 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sax And Violins
    5 min drive
  • Cultiva Farm Kenya
    6 min drive
  • Karen Hunters One Stop Centre
    4 min drive
  • Saab Bakery & Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Mangrove Cafe
    3 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 mall 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 roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and barbecue grills
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Milimani Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Milimani Backpackers pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 Karen, this hostel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from The Hub Karen and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Karen Blixen Museum. Nairobi National Park and Kenyatta International Convention Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Milimani Backpackers Reviews

2.0

2.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Staff & service

2.0

Property conditions & facilities
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
None. Disappointed that the property does not accept Kenyan. So sad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019