Jabulani Backpackers Hostels

Nairobi · Kenya

Jabulani Backpackers Hostels

HostelPunk Score
74% NOT TOO BAD
Medium confidence 102 reviews
Best in Nairobi Best in Kenya

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Free Parking 🅿️ Parking 🔥 BBQ 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🌿 Garden 🍳 Free Breakfast 🍺 Bar
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Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Bicycle Parking Airport Transfers Luggage Storage Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Cable TV Pool Table Wi-Fi Smart TV Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Towels For Hire Paid Luggage Storage Security Lockers Key Card Access 24 Hour Security CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Common Room Social Balcony Hot Showers Towels Not Included

Prices

Dorms $12 / night
Privates $30 / night

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Recent reviews

France MALE 25-30 Apr 17, 2026 Atm 20%

Pretty dodgy place. Right next to big road and poor security. Common areas looked cool but the vibe was way off. Had booked the private room which stank of vomit, yet was still asked to pay when I decided to stay elsewhere (it’s in the policy, ok, but you can’t sell a dodgy room that smells of puke). Think twice before booking, and if you go I sincerely hope you have a better experience than I did.

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Romania Solo traveler Mar 29, 2026 8.0/10

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Ghana Solo traveler Mar 26, 2026 10.0/10

+ The staff are very friendly and welcoming

- Work on providing lockers padlock for guests.

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Uganda Solo traveler Mar 26, 2026 10.0/10

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Kenya Couple Mar 25, 2026 5.0/10

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Nigeria Solo traveler Mar 22, 2026 1.0/10

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Bulgaria Solo traveler Mar 21, 2026 8.0/10

+ Location, general vibe, wifi

- The facilities are a bit old, but it's generally great. Great value for money!

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Bulgaria Couple Mar 20, 2026 9.0/10

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Mar 20, 2026 Atm 100%

Gerade Susan und Laurence an der Rezeption haben dazu beigetragen, das man sich in Nairobi und im Hostel super wohl fühlt.

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Germany Solo traveler Mar 18, 2026 9.0/10

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Nigeria Solo traveler Mar 17, 2026 8.0/10

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Switzerland Solo traveler Mar 16, 2026 7.0/10

+ Die Lage hat mir sehr gut gefallen.

- Leider steht das Hostel an einer sehr lauten Strasse.

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Brazil Solo traveler Mar 14, 2026 8.0/10

+ It’s a correct hostel, they also have private rooms which are better for me who likes privacy, the staff is friendly, WiFi good and the place is clean. Breakfast is basic but enough for the price.

- Location could be a little bit better, the road is kinda sketchy specifically after sunset

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Sweden Solo traveler Mar 12, 2026 8.0/10

+ Susan var så hjälpsam, och om man reser ensam i Nairobi: Jabulani! - Bonus: ligger i Westland (bra/tryggare område) och är definitivt prisvärt. Susan was helpful, and if you travel alone, or want to get to know new people: Jabulani! - Bonus: it's at Westland and definitely worth the price.

- Mitt skåp var trasigt, annars var det inget att klaga på

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Uganda Solo traveler Mar 9, 2026 8.0/10

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Serbia Solo traveler Mar 7, 2026 10.0/10

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Nigeria Solo traveler Mar 5, 2026 10.0/10

+ The ambience was homely and I got to make new friends

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Canada MALE 25-30 Mar 5, 2026 Atm 100%

Had a lovely time here - stayed in the shared 4 bed bunk room, private double bed and private double bed ensuite on separate nights and all were very accommodating. The staff (Lawrence and Susan) were incredibly welcoming and helpful from storing luggage to advising on transport and more. Met some very great people and made quick friends as was on my own for a portion of my stay.

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Brazil Solo traveler Mar 4, 2026 9.0/10

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Netherlands COUPLE Mar 3, 2026 Atm 100%

*Goede sfeer met gezellige avonden georganiseerd door een giegelbekje van een mede eigenaresse, die ook erg hulpvaardig was. *We sliepen in een 2-persoons kamer naast de keuken, waar het plafond afbrokkelde. Deze wordt,om hinder voor de gasten te voorkomen, om 22 uur wordt afgesloten. Je kunt dan niets meer uit de keuken halen. Op verzoek laten ze deze wel open. *Handdoeken kun je voor 2 dollar huren. *Hygiene kan beter qua vaatdoek en handdoek voor alg.gebruik. *Wel aan drukke weg

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