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Gallivanters Hostel

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Basic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Exterior
Reception
Gallivanters Hostel in Masaki offers a vibrant atmosphere with local flavors. Enjoy breakfast on the sunny terrace or relax at the outdoor pool. The family-friendly property provides coworking spaces, luggage storage, and helpful staff for a balance of work and leisure.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bidet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, Mixed Dorm | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Basic Room, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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

  • Coco Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • The Slipway - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Makumbusho Village - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Mbezi Beach - 14 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

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

About this property

Gallivanters Hostel

Family-friendly hotel located in Masaki
Consider a stay at Gallivanters Hostel and take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge), and coworking spaces
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and local meal delivery service
  • A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's slippers and childcare services
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and hair dryers
  • A personal chef, ovens, and blenders

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, covered 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
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: EUR 35 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: EUR 0 (one-way)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to midnight

Frequently asked questions

Does Gallivanters Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–midnight.

Is Gallivanters Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gallivanters Hostel?

Self parking is available for EUR 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Gallivanters Hostel?

Check-in begins at 11:30 AM. Late check-in is available from 1:00 AM– 12:30 AM for a fee of EUR 10.

What time is check-out at Gallivanters Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gallivanters Hostel located?

This family-friendly Dar es Salaam hotel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sea Cliff Casino and Coco Beach. The Slipway and Bongoyo Island are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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