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Travellers Paradise Diani - Mombasa - Pool
Travellers Paradise Diani
Mombasa, Kenya
5.8Fair(3)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 53+
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Tulia House Backpackers - Mombasa - Pool
Tulia House Backpackers
Mombasa, Kenya
8.0Very good(348)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
C$ 18+
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Bidi Badu Zanzibar Village - Hostel - Ukunda - Beach
Bidi Badu Zanzibar Village - Hostel
Ukunda, Kenya
8.3Very good(161)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 63+
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Diani Hostel - Diani Beach - Pool
Diani Hostel
Diani Beach, Kenya
7.2Good(444)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
C$ 10+
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Buddha's Tree Backpackers - Adults Only - Mtwapa - Pool
Buddha's Tree Backpackers - Adults Only
Mtwapa, Kenya
8.0Very good(95)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
C$ 39+
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Enkayz Mombasa - Mombasa
Enkayz Mombasa
Mombasa, Kenya
7.1Good(32)
Parking
C$ 20+
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Tulia Old Town - Mombasa
Tulia Old Town
Old Town
8.1Very good(166)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 13+
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Mine is a BnB house, with 3 bedrooms. One master bedroom. It's I Pavilion Suites apartment, Block 1House N. - Mombasa
Mine is a BnB house, with 3 bedrooms. One master bedroom. It's I Pavilion Suites apartment, Block 1House N.
Mombasa, Kenya
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
C$ 80+
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Bma Accommodation Centre - Mombasa
Bma Accommodation Centre
Mombasa, Kenya
8.5Very good(6)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 24+
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Akogo House - Bnb , Hostel, Backpackers & Volunteer Center - Mombasa
Akogo House - Bnb , Hostel, Backpackers & Volunteer Center
Mombasa, Kenya
7.8Good(114)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 13+
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Hera Hostel Diani - Diani Beach
Hera Hostel Diani
Diani Beach, Kenya
10Wonderful(6)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 40+
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Diani Backpackers - Adults Only - Diani Beach
Diani Backpackers - Adults Only
Diani Beach, Kenya
8.0Very good(521)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 70+
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Stilts Diani Beach - Diani Beach
Stilts Diani Beach
Diani Beach, Kenya
8.2Very good(348)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 22+
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Mombasa hostels near the city centre

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Cdh Backpackers Premium - Mombasa
Cdh Backpackers Premium
Mombasa, Kenya
7.5Good(23)
C$ 13+
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Low season

March

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 37

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 48
Cheapest month to stay with an average 72% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 103% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Mombasa hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Mombasa, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Mombasa in April and November.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Mombasa if you stay on a Sunday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Tuesday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Mombasa hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Mombasa for 1 day.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Mombasa

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Mombasa?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Mombasa is C$ 18 compared to C$ 147 for a night in a hotel.

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