<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> The Library Hostel in Nairobi offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property, ensuring connectivity during their stay. <h2>Exceptional Facilities</h2> The hostel features a sun terrace, lush garden, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, games room, and themed dinner nights, providing entertainment and relaxation options. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 8 km from Wilson Airport, the hostel is close to attractions such as Nairobi National Museum (5 km) and Nairobi Arboretum (4 km). Private check-in and check-out services, a tour desk, and luggage storage enhance guest convenience. <h2>Guest Satisfaction</h2> Highly rated for bed comfort, room cleanliness, and property cleanliness, The Library Hostel ensures a pleasant and hygienic environment for all visitors.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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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

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Nairobi

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • P
    Peace
    Nigeria Nigeria
    The facility met my requirements, calm, friendly, understanding, good wifi, above all hospitality was topnotch. Thank you Library hostel for making my stay worthwhile.
  • Renske
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Really lovely hostel, most comfortable dorm bed I think I've ever seen. The private room (that we used a separate time) is also great. We came back several times and we would come back again here if we would go back to Nairobi! The owner is also...
  • Matilde
    Italy Italy
    This hostel is AMAZING!! I spent there 10 days and everything was perfect, clean, good garden, nice staff, wifi, silent but also full of interesting people to talk wit! Truly recomendable!
  • Rochelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Sociable hostel. Fred works so hard and he makes you feel like you’re at home. Clean kitchen to cook in. I met the owner too she was lovely.
  • Amandine
    Iceland Iceland
    Very pleasant, calm garden, comfortable beds, nice staff
  • Nicole
    Kenya Kenya
    Very clean and comfortable hostel. The location is good with uber,bolt and other taxi types available anytime. The area is safe and quiet. Staff communication is excellent. Beddings are comfy and spacious in a relaxed environment. The amenities...
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I think I spent a total of 10 or 11 nights here between dorm and private (when I could get it). Communal space is lovely. Nice living room and outdoor area. Staff are great. I met lots of great people here. Dorm beds are comfy. I used as my...
  • Madalina
    Norway Norway
    The bed is amazing. Big and comfortable. The man who is there all the time is very helpful.
  • Federica
    Australia Australia
    I loooved the beds, they are big, new and comfy! I also love that there is a very nice and relaxing atmosphere, you really feel like you are at home and you can unwind! everything is super clean and straightforward, the host is really really...
  • Alicia
    France France
    A great hostel to spend few days in Nairobi, a bit away from all the craziness of the city but still a perfect location. It was really clean, peaceful and the staff there is amazingly kind and caring, thanks for everything 🤩

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Library Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Movie nights
  • Badminton equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Darts
  • Games room

Living Area

  • Dining area

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French

House rules
The Library Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 01:00 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 08:00 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.

FAQs about The Library Hostel