Title: Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18353619&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Families gather around the firepit after a day of mountain biking adventures at this welcoming hostel where comfort meets outdoor exploration ## Photo gallery for Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu ![Exterior - Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu (Kisumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/f9410487.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine - Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu (Kisumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/bfe28aad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hunting - Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu (Kisumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/74eeefe9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed - Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu (Kisumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/cfc5176d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu (Kisumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/1bb3f487.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu welcomes families with hearty English breakfasts for adventure days. Guests relax in the garden or share stories around the evening firepit. Kids enjoy the arcade room while parents appreciate the free in-room WiFi to stay connected. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 18 - Jan. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=18353619&PinnedHotelID=18353619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=18353619&PinnedHotelID=18353619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 19 - Jan. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=18353619&PinnedHotelID=18353619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=18353619&PinnedHotelID=18353619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - 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140 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Mountain View ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/8772c06e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Mountain View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Hair dryer Laptop workspace Desk Daily housekeeping - 96 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/9407d6ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Private bathroom Hair dryer Laptop workspace Desk Daily housekeeping - 140 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/9407d6ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Private bathroom Hair dryer Laptop workspace Desk Daily housekeeping - 140 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/9407d6ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Private bathroom Hair dryer Laptop workspace Desk Daily housekeeping - 140 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Garden Area ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/73880f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Garden Area ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Hair dryer Laptop workspace Desk Daily housekeeping - 96 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/73880f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Hair dryer Laptop workspace Desk Daily housekeeping - 96 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory ![Economy Shared Dormitory](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18353700/18353619/578ef872.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate dining area Heating Private bathroom Hair dryer Laptop workspace Desk Daily housekeeping - Mountain view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKisumu-Hotels-Mountainview-Backpackers-Kisumu.h18353619.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKisumu-Hotels-Mountainview-Backpackers-Kisumu.h18353619.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Kisumu, Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu is in the suburbs and in the mountains. Masai Craft Market and The West End Shopping Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kisumu Impala Sanctuary and Dunga Bay. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Kisumu travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kisumu.dx1824) [View more Hostels in Kisumu](https://www.expedia.ca/Kisumu-Hostels.d1824-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-0.04598%2C34.79196&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YyhM20waRchpT4FnVIkDqnEL5RI=) Konya Road, Kisumu, 40100 ### What's nearby - Kisimu museum \- 8 min drive \- 7.7 km - Kisumu Clock Tower \- 9 min drive \- 8.7 km - Masai Craft Market \- 9 min drive \- 8.8 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 - ‪Buddy's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mamba - ‬8 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive - ‪monami restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Mahfudh Ashur Restaurant - ‬9 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 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/game room. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, babysitting (surcharge), and multilingual staff - Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers - Balconies or patios, separate dining areas, and heating ## Similar properties ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111920000/111910200/111910160/57bcdeee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ALPHA RETREAT Kisumu - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant CA $24 CA $29 total includes taxes & fees Jan 19 - Jan 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=111910160&PinnedHotelID=111910160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118740000/118734800/118734778/b3c30d8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MUSEUM VIEW HOTEL KISUMU Kisumu - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant CA $45 CA $54 total includes taxes & fees Feb 18 - Feb 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=118734778&PinnedHotelID=118734778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45840000/45830400/45830346/0760b6c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Annoda's Homes Kisumu - 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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 7:00 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 center - 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 ### More - 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 ### More - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay 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 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### Property is also known as Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Hostel Mountainview Backpackers Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Kisumu Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu? ### What time is check-out at Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu? ### Where is Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Mountainview Backpackers Kisumu Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. 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