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Gallivanters Hostel

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Dar es Salaam with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Located in Masaki, Gallivanters Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere with local flavors. Enjoy breakfast on the sunny terrace or relax by the outdoor pool. With coworking spaces, luggage storage and helpful staff, this family-friendly hotel is perfect for those looking to mix work and play.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • In-room childcare
  • Beach shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

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

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only

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

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, Mixed Dorm | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Room, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
House number 7 Mlali road, Dar es Salaam, Masaki, 255

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

  • Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) - 40 min drive
  • Dar Es Salaam Central Station - 22 min drive
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciao Pizza Masaki - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Epi d'or - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bean There Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪News Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Karak House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Gallivanters Hostel

Enjoy your visit to Dar es Salaam with a stay at Gallivanters Hostel. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 11:30 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (EUR 5 per day)
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Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Hosted evening meals each Monday, Wednesday and Sunday for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Chef
  • Meal delivery service
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.28 per person, per night
  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: EUR 35 (one-way)
  • Transfer service fee per child: EUR 0 (one-way)

Optional extras

  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-in between 1:00 AM and 12:30 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 10
  • Hosted evening meal costs EUR 10

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 5 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to midnight

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts cash.

Frequently asked questions

Does Gallivanters Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Gallivanters Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Gallivanters Hostel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to midnight.

Are pets allowed at Gallivanters Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Gallivanters Hostel?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 5 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gallivanters Hostel?

You can check in starting at 11:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Gallivanters Hostel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sea Cliff Casino (16-min walk) and Le Grande Casino (10-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Gallivanters Hostel and nearby?

Gallivanters Hostel has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Gallivanters Hostel like?

Gallivanters Hostel is in Masaki, a short 16-minute walk from Sea Cliff Casino.

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Reviews

8.2

Very Good