I lived in a private room in the Friendly Gecko one month. The room was large, with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Was regularly cleaned, bed linen and towels changed. In the building you can enjoy the terrace, lounges with TV and a kitchen, which also suggests a modest but very tasty food. Close to the beach, shops and... More

After staying one night in a horriable hotel in Dar es Salaam downtown we arrived at the Friendly Gecko. Everything was just perfect: - the pick-up service from Jacob the taxidriver - being welcomed by Lauren, Guesthouse Manager, and introduced to the Guesthouse and the volunteers - our privat room with own hot shower, AC and a mosquitonet - delicious... More

The people in Friendly gecko were so friendly and helpful, especially Lauren. She helped me and my friend with everything we needed (find a cheap restaurant, go on a day trip, call a taxi for us... ). Also the guesthouse is very clean, warm and safe. It has two terraces where you can have a beer with the volunteers in... More

Having seen the reviews of Friendly Gecko on Tripadvisor and elsewhere, I was looking forward to a couple of nights in a friendly atmosphere. And the impression I got before arriving was very good indeed - having corresponded with Lauren several times. However, when I arrived, no one seemed to know the first thing about my reservation or where I... More

The Friendly Gecko was a great place to feel safe and comfortable and get my bearings when first arriving in Tanzania. The staff was welcoming and friendly..I immediately felt at home. The dorm room I was in was clean and quiet. Lauren brought me to the school with some of the volunteers and it was really fun to hang out... More

The Friendly Gecko was a home away from home for me for three months. I know that Africa sometimes doesn't have hot water or maybe electricity but here there was very little inconvenience of that sort at all. The staff I couldn't fault and the rooms were always sparkling clean. I loved the atmosphere most of all as was able... More

a lovely place to stay. It's in the outskirts of Dar es Salaam close to nice beaches. also the city-center isn't far away. bed (very clean room) and a nice breakfast. and last but not least the people and the staff are very friendly and helpfully. for sure you'll have a nice time there!!

A decent location and nice enough rooms. Confused my booking with another at time of booking and then when we requested an additional night were unable to do so despite being told the night before it was ok. Reasonable food but no hot water in our room. Better value places throughout Tanzania

I stayed here in the dorm for 3 nights and really enjoyed my stay. The staff are really friendly and made us feel welcome straight away. The guesthouse is a nice building with cool terraces to sit in the evenings. It is also really clean and the rooms are comfy with well fitted mosquito nets and hot showers. There is... More