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Gallivanters Hostel

2.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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House number 7 Mlali road, Dar es Salaam, Masaki, 255
  • Place, Sea Cliff Casino
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Coco Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Slipway
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dar es Salaam (DAR-Julius Nyerere Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Bunk Beds

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Dar es Salaam

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 5 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 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.

Are pets allowed at Gallivanters Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

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