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).
The West End Shopping Mall - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
Dunga Bay - 14 min drive - 11.1 km
Hippo Point - 16 min drive - 12.7 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 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.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Separate 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 AM–9:30 AM
1 restaurant
1 bar
Room service available
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Hunting
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
Bed sheets
Heating
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels
Food and drink
Dining room
More
Desk
Laptop-friendly workspace
Slippers
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 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
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 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.
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