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
Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 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
Hotel size
13 rooms
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
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 percent 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
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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 stores on site
Shopping mall on site
Lockers available
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Room amenities
Home comfort
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes 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 percent
Laundry facilities are available for an extra charge of USD 10 per day
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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
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 to 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 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 onsite 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 onsite 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
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2.0/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Staff & service
2.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
2/10 Poor
Feb 3, 2019
None. Disappointed that the property does not accept Kenyan. So sad