Gallivanters Hostel

8.3Very good472 reviewsSee rooms

Hostel

Facilities at a glance

Parking
Airport shuttle
Outdoor pool
Room service
Concierge
Garden

About this place

Vibrant Hostel Experience in Dar es Salaam Convenient Amenities: Gallivanters Hostel in Dar es Salaam offers concierge services, free WiFi, and a shared kitchen for guests' convenience. Relaxation and Recreation: Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace, and garden at Gallivanters Hostel, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the city or cycling around the area. Local Insights and Exploration: Benefit from the multilingual staff who can assist you with tips and tours, ensuring you make the most of your stay in Dar es Salaam. Book your stay at Gallivanters Hostel now for a memorable and comfortable experience in Dar es Salaam!

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9 room types

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Room type	Guests	Show prices
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 90 m²Twin beds	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Deluxe King Room 100 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Basic Twin Room Twin beds	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Standard Room King bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Basic Twin Room Twin beds	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room 95 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room 90 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room 90 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View 100 m²2 × Twin beds	Sleeps 2	Show prices

What this place offers

Parking

Transport

Airport shuttle

Pool & wellness

Outdoor pool

Food & drink

Bar
Room service

Services

Concierge

Outdoor

Garden

General

Pets allowed
Non-smoking rooms

Location

Address
7 Mlali Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
5 km from the center of Dar es Salaam

Questions about this stay

Quick answers from the information this property gives us.

What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 12:00. Check-out by 12:00.
Is parking available?
Yes, this property lists parking. Check the room offer for any fee.
Does the property have a pool?
Yes, this property lists a swimming pool.

Guest reviews

8.3472 reviews

Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.

Cleanliness7.8

Service9.3

Location8.8

Room quality8.2

Amenities7.8

Value for money8.2

Food and drink7.8

Smołka
Poland · Couple · January 2026
10.0
“Amazing place with a wonderful community”
+Everyone was very friendly and helpful with all of our questions. Very good localization.
Lauren
United Kingdom · Couple · January 2026
5.0
+Very well located and in a safe walkable neighbourhood. The pool is nice. The staff member I spoke to apologised for the below incident and indicated it would be dealt with.
−Had an uncomfortable experience on our first night where a supposedly former long-term guest barged into our room drunk, made herself feel at home and then made suggestive comments towards my partner. Looking closer at previous reviews, it appears others have had issues with long-term guests and drunken behaviour. No hot water and bathroom not well stocked with toilet paper.
Alyaman
Oman · Solo · January 2026
10.0
+The only thing I can say is this hostel is great
katrin
United Kingdom · Couple · January 2026
1.0
+The only positive aspects of this hostel are its location in Dar es Salaam and a few members of staff who were helpful with internet issues.
−We were asked to remove our shoes on arrival because the floors had just been painted, which meant walking barefoot throughout the entire property , including the kitchen which was extremely unpleasant and unhygienic. While the freshly painted floor is clearly a recent cosmetic update, it does not compensate for far more serious issues elsewhere. The condition of the kitchen and its cupboards is shocking and raises serious public health concerns. The fridge barely keeps food cool. We also found cockroaches in the bedroom, which was absolutely horrendous. Access to the first floor is via a steep metal staircase that feels hazardous , especially when guests are expected to walk barefoot. This alone is unacceptable from a basic safety perspective. There was a window above the bedroom door that allows bright hallway light to shine directly into the room at night, forcing us to sleep head-to-foot just to avoid it. The swimming pool was not clean. Breakfast was very basic and insufficient. The air conditioning has only one setting, so the room is either freezing when on or unbearably hot when off. When trying to book a taxi to the airport through the hotel, we were quoted an extortionate
Pasaka
Cyprus · Solo · January 2026
10.0
“Lovely”
+Cool
−Stuff
July
Tanzania · Couple · November 2025
10.0
“The staffs were so friendly and Helpful.”
+There is Pool, Close to most of the beatiful restaurants in Dar. About 20mins to Coco Beach, Wavuvi a bar and Restaurant by the beach.
−Nothing.
Cotije
Czechia · Solo · January 2026
9.0
+Skvělý místo za skvělé ceny
isabela
Brazil · Group of friends · November 2025
6.0
+Quarto dormitório ok, mesmo com muitas Camas.
−1 banheiro para todo o hostel. Agua fria

Good to know

Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 12:00 · check-out until 12:00
Pets
Pets on request

Facilities at a glance

About this place

Choose your unit

9 room types

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Deluxe King Room

Basic Twin Room

Standard Room

Basic Twin Room

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View

What this place offers

Parking

Transport

Pool & wellness

Food & drink

Services

Outdoor

General

Location

Address

Questions about this stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is parking available?

Does the property have a pool?

Guest reviews

Good to know

Check-in & check-out

Pets

Guest reviews