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Gallivanters Hostel, Dar es Salaam
Reviews, photos, room rates, address, contact- 7 Mlali Road, Dar es Salaam,
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Highlights
Swimming pool complex
Daily room cleaning service
Air-conditioned public areas and rooms
Guest parking available
Entirely smoke-free property
Complimentary wi-fi property-wide
Swimming pool complexDaily room cleaning serviceAir-conditioned public areas and roomsGuest parking availableEntirely smoke-free propertyComplimentary wi-fi property-wideWhether you're an early bird or a late riser, start your day right with a delicious continental, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast available on-site. After breakfast, gather your friends for a barbecue, or take advantage of the shared kitchen and lounge to whip up a meal together. For those feeling adventurous, the hostel is a hub for arranging tours, and cycling around the area is a popular choice. If you need wheels, car hire is also at your disposal.
The friendly staff at reception speak English and Swahili, always ready to lend a helping hand. Just a quick ride away, you'll find Yacht Club Beach at 2.2 km and Msasani Beach at 2.5 km. Plus, if you're arriving from afar, Julius Nyerere International Airport is about 18 km away, and you can easily arrange for a paid shuttle service to get you here. Enjoy your stay at Gallivanters Hostel!
Find the bonfire location, set up for evening festivities and fostering community ties. Enveloped in sunlight, the outdoor pool is an ideal spot for anyone who craves a rejuvenating swim and peaceful rest. Our toilet amenities are definitely supplied with an abundant quantity of toilet paper. Indulge in the luxury of complimentary parking when you're our guest. Experience free, high-speed WiFi in every corner. Guests may have pets, but an extra charge will be incurred. Enjoy a love-themed vacation in our double rooms, designed for couples' comfort. Complete your reservation smoothly with our user-friendly online platform. Browse SleepZon.com for full details, visual walkthroughs, and experiences reported by past visitors.
Rooms: 24
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View Description, photos, price, amenities
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- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- waste bin,
- dressing room,
- tile/marble flooring,
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
- work desk,
- pool towels (in room),
- air conditioning,
- bedside socket
- toilet paper,
- shower,
- bidet,
- toilet,
- shared bathroom (outside the room)
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- bed linen,
- towels
- pool view,
- view
- hand sanitiser (in room)
Guests will have a special experience as this twin/double room features a pool with a view. The spacious twin/double room offers air conditioning, a dressing room, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. The twin/double room provides a tiled floor and pool views. The unit is furnished with 2 beds.
Room size:
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View - 100 m2
Bedroom 1 – Single bed
Max persons: 2 
Deluxe King Room Description, photos, price, amenities
- bedside socket,
- sofa,
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
- tile/marble flooring,
- dressing room,
- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- pool towels (in room),
- work desk,
- waste bin,
- air conditioning
- shower,
- hairdryer,
- slippers,
- bidet,
- toilet paper,
- private bathroom,
- toilet,
- body soap
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- towels,
- bed linen
- view,
- pool view
- hand sanitiser (in room)
This double room's special feature is the pool with a view. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a dressing room, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. The double room offers a sofa, a tiled floor and pool views. The unit provides 1 bed.
Room size:
Deluxe King Room - 100 m2
Bedroom 1 – Large bed (King size)
Max persons: 2
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
- air conditioning,
- waste bin,
- bedside socket,
- pool towels (in room),
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
- dressing room,
- tile/marble flooring
- shower,
- hairdryer,
- private bathroom,
- bidet,
- slippers,
- toilet,
- toilet paper,
- body soap
- towels,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
- bed linen,
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard)
- ground floor unit
- hand sanitiser (in room)
Room size:
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - 95 m2
Bedroom 1 – Bunk bed
Max persons: 1
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
- bedside socket,
- tile/marble flooring,
- pool towels (in room),
- dressing room,
- air conditioning,
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres)
- toilet,
- shower,
- bidet,
- shared bathroom (outside the room),
- toilet paper,
- slippers
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- towels,
- bed linen,
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
- hand sanitiser (in room)
Room size:
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - 90 m2
Bedroom 1 – Single bed
Max persons: 1
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
- hot tub (in room),
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
- dressing room,
- waste bin,
- bedside socket,
- tile/marble flooring,
- air conditioning,
- pool towels (in room)
- shower,
- body soap,
- bidet,
- slippers,
- toilet paper,
- private bathroom,
- hairdryer,
- toilet,
- shared bathroom (outside the room),
- complimentary toiletries
- bed linen,
- towels,
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard)
- pool view
- ground floor unit
- hand sanitiser (in room)
- complimentary newspapers and magazines in executive lounge (for executive guests),
- private check-in/check-out in executive lounge (for executive guests),
- access to private pool (for executive/suite guests),
- all-day complimentary snacks and drinks in executive lounge (included with room),
- complimentary use of conference room/business centre (depending on room type),
- dedicated concierge services (for executive guests),
- free gym access (depending on room type),
- complimentary laundry service (depending on executive room type),
- free spa access (depending on room type),
- afternoon complimentary snacks and drinks in executive lounge (included with room),
- evening complimentary snacks and drinks in executive lounge (included with room),
- complimentary breakfast in executive lounge (included with room)
This bed in dormitory has a tumble dryer, electric kettle and hot tub.
Room size:
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room - 90 m2
Bedroom 1 – Bunk bed
Max persons: 1
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities
- extra-long beds (over 2 metres),
- tile/marble flooring,
- dressing room,
- pool towels (in room),
- bedside socket,
- private pool with a view (with room/suite),
- waste bin,
- air conditioning
- slippers,
- shower,
- bidet,
- shared bathroom (outside the room),
- toilet paper,
- toilet,
- hairdryer,
- body soap
- bed linen,
- towels,
- towels/bed linen (extra charge if not standard),
- lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
- pool view
- ground floor unit
- hand sanitiser (in room)
- all-day complimentary snacks and drinks in executive lounge (included with room),
- complimentary use of conference room/business centre (depending on room type),
- afternoon complimentary snacks and drinks in executive lounge (included with room),
- free spa access (depending on room type),
- complimentary breakfast in executive lounge (included with room),
- complimentary laundry service (depending on executive room type),
- private check-in/check-out in executive lounge (for executive guests),
- free gym access (depending on room type),
- access to private pool (for executive/suite guests),
- dedicated concierge services (for executive guests),
- complimentary newspapers and magazines in executive lounge (for executive guests),
- evening complimentary snacks and drinks in executive lounge (included with room)
This bed in dormitory features a tile/marble floor, air conditioning and toaster.
Room size:
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 90 m2
Bedroom 1 – Bunk bed
Max persons: 1
Choose your ideal room at Gallivanters Hostel
Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:
- Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room
- Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View
- Deluxe King Room
- Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.
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Facilities and services
General property information
parking available, pets are welcome, complimentary parking, on-site parking
On-site activities & leisure
nearby golf course (within 3 km), canoeing trips, hiking trails accessible, cycling routes, scuba diving, snorkeling trips, access to water park, beach access, wildlife safari drives, organized pub crawls, hotel movie nights, guided walking tours, bar happy hour, local culture tours or classes
Hotel services offered
comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access
Dining & bars
in-room dining service, barbecue facilities, grocery delivery service
Pools, spa & wellness
outdoor swimming pool, year-round outdoor pool, scenic view pool, relaxing plunge pool, children's shallow end, sunbeds and beach chairs, pool safety fence, main swimming pool, general swimming pool access
Transport & getting around
convenient airport shuttle, on-site car rental, shuttle service (surcharge applies), airport transfer (surcharge applies), local public transport passes, airport meet and greet / pick up, convenient airport drop off, general shuttle transport
Reception & guest support
24/7 front desk, quick check-in/check-out, excursion booking desk, baggage hold, guest concierge services, individual check-in/check-out, secure lockers, invoices available
Shared spaces for guests
access to hotel garden, rooftop sun deck, communal kitchen facilities, guest lounge / tv room, patio/outdoor seating, communal outdoor fireplace
Cleanliness & housekeeping
guest laundry service, professional dry cleaning, efficient ironing service, regular daily housekeeping
Other property amenities
entirely non-smoking property, individually controlled air conditioning, allocated smoking zone, exclusively for adults, standard key entry
Property safety & security
round-the-clock security personnel, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers
Security systems
staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, hand sanitiser readily available in rooms and key areas, guest health screening procedures in place, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible, access to qualified healthcare professionals, complimentary face masks available for guests
Social distancing guidelines
seamless contactless check-in/check-out process, secure cashless payment methods accepted, strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines
Disinfection & cleaning procedures
use of who-approved disinfectants effective against coronavirus, linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays, professional cleaning services utilised for property hygiene, option to decline room cleaning services during stay
Food & drink safety
safe physical distancing in dining spaces, in-room food delivery option available, all dining ware (plates, cutlery, glasses) fully sanitised, hygienic takeaway breakfast containers, securely packaged food deliveries
Internet access
Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with both standard and free WiFi options.
Guest parking
Complimentary guest parking! The property offers free on-site parking facilities.
Check-in, check-out, and payment policies
Check-inFrom 12:00 Until 23:00 hours
Check-outFrom 11:00 Until 12:00 hours
Children and extra bedsChildren from 18 years old pay 15.00 USD per night using extra bed. Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children from 18 years old.
PetsPets are permitted with no additional fee.
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- Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View
- Deluxe King Room
- Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room
- Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
