A family-friendly stay in Dar es Salaam awaits you at Gallivanters Hostel. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Sea Cliff Casino and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Coco Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast (local cuisine), an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Masaki hotel include Bongoyo Island and The Slipway.
What's nearby
Sea Cliff Casino - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Coco Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
The Slipway - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Kariakoo Market - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
Mbezi Beach - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
Getting around
Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 22 min drive
Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Epi d'or - 18 min walk
Bean There Cafe - 11 min walk
Woodberry Cafe
SALAM RESTAURANT - 7 min walk
News Cafe - 15 min walk
About this property
Gallivanters Hostel
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Gallivanters Hostel. For a fee, parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Dar es Salaam hotel.
8 guestrooms or units
Local cuisine
Breakfast available (free)
Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
Childcare (surcharge)
Poolside lounge chairs
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Terrace
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Microwave in a common area
Fridge in a common area
Locker space
Bar or lounge
Gallivanters Hostel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with rice cookers and complimentary slippers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes kitchen islands. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Dar es Salaam hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, hairdryers and children's slippers. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
Hosted evening meal available for a fee of EUR 10; reservation required
Things to do
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Fenced pool
In-room babysitting
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Coworking space
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
Smooth flooring in room
Tile flooring in room
More
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bidet
Children's slippers
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Food and drink
Blender
Chef service
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Kitchen island
Meal delivery service
Oven
Paper towels
Restaurant dining guides
Rice cooker
More
Air conditioning
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laundry detergent
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 11:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 10 for check-in between 1:00 AM and 12:30 AM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per day.
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.28 per person, per night
Airport shuttle transfer per adult: EUR 35 (one-way)
Airport shuttle transfer per child: EUR 0 (one-way)
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Covered self-parking fee: EUR 5 per day
Late check-in fee: EUR 10 for check-in between 1:00 AM and 12:30 AM
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per day
Hosted evening meal: EUR 10
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.
We should mention
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to midnight
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Gallivanters Hostel?
Gallivanters Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Gallivanters Hostel?
Yep, Gallivanters Hostel has a secured covered self car park for EUR 5 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.
Are there any beaches close to Gallivanters Hostel?
The closest beach to Gallivanters Hostel is Coco Beach (1.7 km).
Does Gallivanters Hostel have a pool?
Gallivanters Hostel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:00 AM to midnight.
What makes Gallivanters Hostel a romantic place to stay?
A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gallivanters Hostel.
Is Gallivanters Hostel family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare and laundry facilities, as well as children's slippers and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Gallivanters Hostel is a hit with families.
Does Gallivanters Hostel serve breakfast?
Yeah, free local cuisine breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gallivanters Hostel?
No, Gallivanters Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Gallivanters Hostel?
Check-in begins at 11:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.