Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Thika with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Hallway
Free daily buffet breakfast
Property grounds
Shared Dormitory | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bob Harris Road, Thika, Kiambu County
  • Place, Fourteen Falls
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Christina Wangari Gardens
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Thika Municipal Stadium
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Thika

Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel is located within a 15-minute drive of Fourteen Falls and Christina Wangari Gardens. This 32-room hostel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Fourteen Falls - 12 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Christina Wangari Gardens - 15 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Thika Municipal Stadium - 16 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Kenyatta University - 26 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Thika Road Mall - 34 min drive - 21.6 miles

Getting around

  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juja Fish And Chips - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coast Cuisine - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Everton - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rangers Keg Pub(Kwa Mugetha) - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The 19th - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel

Hostel in Thika with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Desks are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ukombozi Retreat Conference Centre Hostel
Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel Thika

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel on Nov 23, 2025 start from $36.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

This hostel is located in Thika, close to Fourteen Falls, Christina Wangari Gardens, and Thika Municipal Stadium.

Is parking available on site at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel have a casino?

No, Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a restaurant and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

What is the closest airport to Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), which is about 20.1 mi away. Another top airport is Nairobi (WIL-Wilson), which is around 23.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Ukombozi Retreat & Conference Centre - Hostel.