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Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay with free WiFi in Kisumu

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Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Hunting
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Konya Road, Kisumu, 40100
  • Place, Kisimu museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kisumu Clock Tower
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunga Bay
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kisumu (KIS)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 140 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Mountain View

  • 96 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 140 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 140 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 140 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Garden Area

  • 96 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

  • 96 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Kisumu

In suburbs.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Kisumu hostel, you'll find Kisimu museum and Kisumu Clock Tower. Masai Craft Market and The West End Shopping Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kisimu museum - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Kisumu Clock Tower - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Masai Craft Market - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Dunga Bay - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buddy's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mamba - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪monami restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mahfudh Ashur Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu

Family-friendly stay with free WiFi in Kisumu
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 center 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game 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 slippers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include 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 showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 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

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 5 children 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

How close is Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu to the airport?

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu is 6.2 mi (27-min drive) away from the Kisumu (KIS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu.

Does Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu offer free breakfast?

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu offers free English breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu have a pool?

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu does not have a pool.

Does Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu to downtown Kisumu?

Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu is 3.6 mi away from Kisumu.

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

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