Set in Dar es Salaam and with Coco Beach reachable within 1.8 km, Gallivanters Hostel offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. Offering barbecue facilities, the property is located within 2.2 km of Yacht Club Beach. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests. The hostel offers a sun terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Gallivanters Hostel. Speaking English and Swahili at the reception, staff are always at hand to help. Msasani Beach is 2.5 km from the accommodation, while Tanzania National Stadium is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Julius Nyerere International, 18 km from Gallivanters Hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Dar es Salaam
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Abdallah
    Egypt Egypt
    I love this hostel and everyone there like one of my family 👪🧡❤️
  • Mugisha
    Uganda Uganda
    It was very relaxing and calming after the long travel. I love how environment how quiet it was and how close the beach. The vibe was great and created a beautiful place to meet people.
  • Simone
    Italy Italy
    "Capsule hotel" style beds, which I personally love. Good breakfast. Cold beers and drinks can be purchased. There's a pool which seemed nice but we didn't get a chance to use it. Convenient location, close to shops and restaurants walking...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gallivanters Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Adult only
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Plunge pool
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Fence around pool
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Swahili

    House rules
    Gallivanters Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 12:00 to 23:00
    Check-out
    From 11:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Adult (18+ years)
    Extra bed upon request
    US$15 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
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    FAQs about Gallivanters Hostel

    • The prices at Gallivanters Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Gallivanters Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Water park
      • Swimming Pool
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Game drives
      • Movie nights
      • Horse riding
      • Beach
      • Walking tours

    • Gallivanters Hostel is 4.3 miles from the centre of Dar es Salaam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Gallivanters Hostel is from 12:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • The nearest beach is just 0.9 miles from Gallivanters Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.