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Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu

2.0 star property
Suburban hostel with free breakfast and restaurant

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Hunting
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Konya Road, Kisumu, 40100
  • Kisimu museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Dunga Bay
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Kisumu (KIS)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Mountain View

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Garden Area

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Kisumu

A family-friendly stay in Kisumu awaits you at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu. You'll be 8.3 km (5.2 mi) from Kisimu museum and 8.6 km (5.4 mi) from Kisumu Clock Tower. Highlights at this hostel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy access to bike hire and hunting. Business amenities include a meeting room and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free English breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Kisumu hostel include Masai Craft Market and The West End Shopping Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Kisimu museum - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Masai Craft Market - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • The West End Shopping Mall - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Dunga Bay - 11 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mahfudh Ashur Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Java United Mall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Royal City - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu

Suburban hostel with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kisumu hostel.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu offers 24 accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. This Kisumu hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hunting
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 1 year old years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 5 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children might not be eligible for free breakfast.

Property is also known as

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Hostel
Mountainview Backpackers
Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Kisumu
Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?

Yep, Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu has a free self car park.

What makes Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu.

Is Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu is a hit with families.

Does Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary English brekkie is served daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?

No, Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?

Check-in begins at 10 AM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021