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Gallivanters Hostel

Property class: 2.5

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Reception
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Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Room

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Room

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room

Basic Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Dar es Salaam

Located in Masaki, Gallivanters Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Sea Cliff Casino and Coco Beach. This hotel has 8 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Coco Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Slipway - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Sea Cliff Casino - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kariakoo Market - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Mbezi Beach - 15 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Midtown - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Karambezi Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ciao Pizza Masaki - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Thai - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Alcove - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Gallivanters Hostel

Gallivanters Hostel features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. If you drive, self parking is EUR 5 per day, and there's also a beach shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a refrigerator in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and bidets. Ovens, rice cookers, and local meal delivery service are also available. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Covered, secured self parking on site (EUR 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Hosted evening meal available on Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday for a fee of EUR 10; reservation required

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: EUR 35 (one-way)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 11:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to midnight.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Gallivanters Hostel?

Gallivanters Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Gallivanters Hostel?

This hotel is situated in Masaki within a short 20-minute walk of Coco Beach and also 16 minutes on foot from Sea Cliff Casino. You'll also find The Slipway and Little Theatre within a short drive.

Does Gallivanters Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, Gallivanters Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gallivanters Hostel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and midnight.

Does Gallivanters Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Gallivanters Hostel offers free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Gallivanters Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gallivanters Hostel.

What is the closest airport to Gallivanters Hostel?

The closest major airport to Gallivanters Hostel is Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), which is 12.2 mi away (40 minutes by car).