The Library Hostel

–Great location - show map
+23 photos
Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.2

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Library Hostel in Nairobi offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, parquet floors, and garden views. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Convenient Facilities: The hostel provides a shared kitchen, lounge, games room, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a washing machine, dining area, and paid on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast: A buffet breakfast is served daily, featuring local specialities, fruits, and vegetarian options. Prime Location: Located 8 km from Wilson Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Nairobi National Museum (4.6 km) and Nairobi Arboretum (4 km). Highly rated for bed comfort and room cleanliness.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Buffet

  • Private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
6 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ann-katrin
Germany Germany
“Great location, extreme serene and quiet. Comfy beds.”
Kee
Malaysia Malaysia
“Cosy accommodation in a concrete/brick double storey up market residence with a large grassed compound. Quiet. Good spacious common room. Spacious kitchen.”
J
New Zealand New Zealand
“The property is very clean and spacious. All beds in the dorm were double and very comfortable. Probably one of the best mattress I have slept on. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. They let me leave my luggage in the room after the...”
Ana
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Super clean, comfortable beds, spacious table to work in, nice couches to hang out in, and a simple garden.”
Cristina
United States United States
“Nice house in a good location. The staff and owner were nice and friendly. Comfortable bed with mosquitoes net. Great common area and backyard. Good ambiance. Loop”
Sara
Albania Albania
“.The room was comfy and the rooms were really nice in general.”
Alexander
France France
“Very lovely little house with the upper floor having dorms and bathroom and the lower floor with communal spaces and kitchen. The staff is looking well after you and they are knowledgeable about where to go. Special thanks to Fred for helping out...”
Camila
Ireland Ireland
“The hostel is fantastic, it is a big house with kitchen, living room, dinner room, you can easily feel home. Fred, the one in charge of the place is great, he was super helpful! Comfy double bed in the dorm!!”
Sinead
Ireland Ireland
“The hostel arranged an airport transfer, which was great to get to the hostel. The beds were comfortable with a mosquito net. A towel was included in the hostel price. There are lockers under the bed. There are plenty of books to choose from on...”
Kristina
Germany Germany
“very comfortable and quiet hostel where you can meet a lot of people! Everything was super clean and the staff is really kind and helpful :)”

Property surroundings

House rules

The Library Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscover Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Library Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.