Kenya
Nairobi & The Maasai Mara
Known for safari, wildlife and open skies.
Est. $490–$690 · 1 traveler · 5 nights · before flights
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At a glance
- Trip estimate
- $490–$690
- 1 traveler · 5 nights · before flights · rock bottom
- Best time to go
- July to October
- Nearest airport
- NBO
- Knownness
- 30 / 100
- Off the radar
Where to stay
Hostels and budget stays only, from listings (checked 2026-11-12). Check current prices and availability on Booking.com.
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Indovu Backpackers Hostel
Hostel · Kerarapon Drive, Nairobi, Nairobi National Park, 00202
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room · Single Bed in Dormitory Room · 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room · +1 more
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Jabulani Nairobi Backpackers Hostel
Hostel · Westlands, Nairobi, Nairobi National Park
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room · 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room · Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room · +2 more
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Mad Vervet Nairobi Backpackers Hostel
Hostel · 860 Ambosei Road, Lavington, Nairobi, Nairobi National Park, 25642
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Deluxe Double Room · Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room · Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room · +1 more
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SPOTLESS HOSTEL, KILIMANi
Hostel · 508 George Padmore Ln, Nairobi, Nairobi National Park
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Family Room with Private Bathroom · Single Bed in Dormitory Room
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WeniZani Backpackers Hostel Nairobi
Hostel · Faddville Estate, Oloitokitok Road No 16, Nairobi, Nairobi National Park
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Deluxe Double Room with Balcony · Twin Room with Garden View · Single Room with Garden View · +2 more
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Xenia Backpackers
Hostel · Ndemi Garden, Nairobi, Nairobi National Park, 00100
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Double Room with Private Bathroom · Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room · Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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ZZZ hostel Nairobi
Hostel · ZZZ Hostel, Nairobi, Nairobi National Park
- dorm beds
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Twin Room with Garden View · Family Room with Garden View · Queen Room with Garden View · +2 more
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Phemy Homes
Capsule hotel · Kisauni Road, Nairobi, Nairobi National Park, 50100
- free cancellation on some rates
- free Wi-Fi
Rooms: Deluxe Studio
Sleeps up to 2 · Large bed (King size)
Know before you go
Everyday costs (May)
- Good-value room, per night
- ~$48
- Food, per person per day
- ~$22
- Things to do, per person per day
- ~$11
- Getting around, per day
- ~$35
Room price by month
- $41January
- $41February
- $44March
- $46April
- $48May
- $51June
- $53July
- $52August
- $47September
- $45October
- $43November
- $51December
Typical costs for a premium destination; not yet modeled for Nairobi & The Maasai Mara specifically, dated August 2026. Estimates, not live prices. Check live rates with the booking partner.
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- Read the travel advisory (U.S. Department of State)
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