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
Family-friendly hostel in the mountains
At Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace and a firepit. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking
Bike hire, babysitting (surcharge) and barbecues
Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guest rooms at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
Balconies or patios, separate dining areas and heating
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
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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
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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 stay for free
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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
How much is parking at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?
Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 10 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu located?
Located in the mountains, this family-friendly hostel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kisimu museum, Masai Craft Market, and The West End Shopping Mall. Kisumu Impala Sanctuary and Dunga Bay are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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