GALLIVANTERS HOSTEL

Tamara was amazing, my room was single queen bed with bathroom.
Clean and spacious with AC.
Entry time was flexible, have luggage storage(+)
Shout out to Martha! THANK YOU!
Only upside upstairs assess it's narrow and spiral...good luck with heavy and large suitcase!

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Gallivanters Hostel, and I must say, it was a delightful experience. At 50 years old, I wasn't quite sure what to expect from a hostel, but I was pleasantly surprised.

First and foremost, the atmosphere was incredibly relaxed and peaceful. Sometimes you just want to escape the hustle and bustle, and Gallivanters provided the perfect retreat.

I have to give a special shout-out to Kibe, the manager. He went above and beyond to make my stay special. Kibe took time out of his busy day to show me around and even recommended the most affordable fabric shops in the area, which I greatly appreciated. His warm hospitality truly made a difference.

The best part? A comfortable bed and a simple, yet satisfying breakfast were included in the incredibly affordable $15-a-night rate. Trust me, finding such a gem in a wealthy neighborhood like Masaki is no easy task. I felt like I had struck gold!

The hostel even has a pool, which was a lifesaver during this Dar Es Salaam heat wave. And for a solo female traveler like myself, the dormitory with an ensuite bathroom was a blessing.

What surprised me the most was how well the room's air conditioning worked. It was so cold that I had to request a second blanket – crazy right lol.

Anyways, Gallivanters Hostel is affordable and the location is perfect literally all the best cafes, bars and restaurants are walking distance. If you're looking for a tranquil, budget-friendly, and a place that is not trying to sell you every safari trip in Dar Es Salaam with fast WIFI and an accommodating manager, this is the spot for you. I'm already planning my return.

Thank you, Gallivanters Hostel, for making my stay in Dar Es Salaam truly exceptional.

Opal

This was one of the worst "hostels" we've stayed in during our time in Africa which is a shame because the location was good & the dorm room not too bad but the service was incredibly poor & hence the one star review. It is all of the little things that matter which end up turning into a bad experience. The check in was embarrassing where we were shown our room & then just left to it. There was no info on the facilities or wifi & when we politely asked it was like it was a hassle for the manager (or owner?). We had people check out & they didn't even bother cleaning the room or those beds. The breakfast was pathetic being a one egg omelette & small piece of fruit so not worth advertising that. We were never sure who was in charge & it was just chaotic, even with a young kid running around. I would not call this a hostel but more like a dysfunctional guesthouse where you're intruding on their space rather than being welcomed in.

Nice place

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