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Reviews of Mad Vervet Nairobi Backpackers Hostel

860 Ambosei Road, Lavington, 25642 Nairobi, Kenya

#13 of 181 hotels in Nairobi

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Review score

Based on 67 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the place, everything, The staff were kind The place had great aesthetics with cool games. 😊🤨

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    10
    April in Nairobi k
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rain and Daniel wouldn't make it stop 🙃

    My host Daniel. He went above and beyond to make me feel welcomed 😌

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice cozy and clean hostel in a good and calm environment. Staff is very friendly giving good recommendations for traveling.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the lavish green garden property. Huge beds and lockers in one room, airy and spacious, very quiet and chill , you'll not feel like leaving , really wonderful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the staff was amazing and very helpful - shout out do daniel!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    9.0
    Perfect spot to vibe and chill in Nairobi!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place is a piece of heaven in Nairobi! Absolutely loved it! The big green area provides the best vibe to take things easy in Nairobi, make your plans, chill with the people around at the same time you get plenty of space to do your own stuff. During my stay i was working as well, so the wifi is pretty reliable and there are different sitting spots where you can sit and have some calls. Although the location is not in the center (which does not make it bad) it is super close to lovely spots like the Pallet Cafe and Geco Bar - where i spent many nights vibing with the live music. The hosts are suuuuper kind, friendly and helpful! This place does make a difference during your stay - would come back again!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bar next door is noisy up to 12.00 A.M. on weekends. I guess this is a good reason to enjoy the self service bar though :-)

    Great value for money.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    9.0
    Nairobi made home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The garden is an oasis in the busy city. I loved having access to a kitchen to be able to prepare meals or keep drinks cold. And I met really special people there too.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    My recommendation!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Many mosquitoes

    Staffs, guests, facilities, almost everything

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    9.0
    Great hostel with a friendly environment
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 13 nights

    I wish there was more comfy seating around the property - a hammock or two would have made this place even better! There are quite a few mosquitoes that come into the hostel and I was constantly being bitten. It would be great if the living room door could be shut in the evening to help prevent this.

    The hostel is located in a safe neighbourhood close to a great supermarket. The facilities are great and the staff are friendly. Having a double bed with a bug net was amazing! Wifi overall worked well except sometimes in my room it could be spotty.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Wonderful

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    10
    Beyond expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not easy to find in the beginning

    Super tranquil and staffs and guests are all super friendly and helpful Very beautiful gardens Very comfortable beds

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't have time to stay longer!

    Amazing hostel! As a solo female traveller in Nairobi for the first time I was a bit anxious. Mad Vervet was incredible, staff were super knowledgeable and friendly, the other guests were great. I arrived at 4am thanks to transport delays but was still made very welcome (I'm so sorry, thank you so much!) I was a bit worried it might have a party atmosphere as I'm a quiet and chilled person but it was great, nice and relaxing, very peaceful. The location felt really safe and I can't wait to go back!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing and clean hostel, amazing people Impossible to get bored Try to belive Nice to meet you crazy guys 🤙

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It can get a bit noisy at night, but hey it's a hostel. Bring earplugs and embrace the vibe.

    Excellently located spot in Lavington. Cool social area for chilling and meeting people - went out to dinner with a group within minutes of arriving. I stayed in a private room - was very clean and comfy.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2023

    10
    I'm returning soon! You've got to check it out
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only thing missing is a free breakfast in the morning.

    The backyard is gorgeous and relaxing. Beds are firm, which I find comfy but others won't.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi in the dorm, no breakfast ☹️

    Hot water, kitchen, ambiance, English speaking managers

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bunks beds could be a bit more spaced in the room for more privacy

    Friendly vibe hostel , confortable beds , nice garden area

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2023

    10
    When I’ll come next time to Kenya, I’ll definitely stay again at Mad Vervet.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent place to stay. Quiet and pleasant, secluded from the hustle and bustle of the Nairobi streets but in a good location. The staff is friendly and helpful and after a day or two you get the feeling that this is a community place and not just a random hostel. On my first stay I left a review about the poor pressure in the shower, 3 weeks later when I returned the shower heads were changed and the pressure was addressed. I tip my hat to the manager for listening to the feedback offered. Thank you!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    10
    Wonderful place to stay . Very safe . Great location .
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 13 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The staff were amazing . Great location .

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers had very low pressure and it was a bit annoying to shower.

    Quiet place and friendly staff. I really loved the double size beds.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    9.0
    A wonderful hostel with amazing staff and excellent facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The staff were so friendly

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    9.0
    I stayed only for 1 night but the staff was very friendl and I shared the bathroom with only another room, it was lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super friendly staff!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was great. It's a bit far from the CBD but a very nice and safe area.

    It felt like home. Everyone was so nice and polite. Thank you especially to Dani, he helped me a lot. I'll definitely come back to Kenya and I'll stay there again. Thank you again!!

    Stayed in October 2023

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