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GAVA hostel
Residence GAVA hostel, Russia Street, opposite Avenida Alemania, Bavaro beach, 23000 Punta Cana, Dominican Republic , Bavaro, 23000 Punta Cana, Dominican Republic – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 65 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
lovely place and the hosts were very very nice. It’s small hostel for honestly has all you need. I will definitely recommend this place. Also the location is great yo have the beach very near as well as restaurants and markets

Located just 5 minutes' walk from Los Corales Beach, GAVA hostel offers a sun terrace on the roof, free public parking and free WiFi. Excursions along Saona Island can be arranged. GAVA hostel features private and shared dormitory rooms. There is a fully-equipped kitchen connected to the common lounge area, and the private rooms have an en-suite spacious bathroom, a fan, wardrobe and individual bedside tables with night lamps. The dormitory room come with shared bathroom, fans, personal lockers, window blocking sunlight and relaxing red lamp. Guests can find within a walking distance grocery stores, a bakery, pharmacy, a fresh produce market, restaurants and bars. The tour desk can provide guests with free maps of the city and information about key destinations. Palma Real Shopping Village is a 7-minute drive away, and Punta Cana International Airport can be reached in 20 minutes by car.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Daily housekeeping
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See what guests loved the most:
- Claudia
Mexico
“lovely place and the hosts were very very nice. It’s small hostel for honestly has all you need. I will definitely recommend this place. Also the location is great yo have the beach very near as well as restaurants and markets” - Mackenzie
United States of America
“The hosts were phenomenal! They recommended restaurants, helped familiarize me with the area, and booked an amazing scuba excursion for me. Staying with them is like staying with family.” - Anonymous
Canada
“I loved how clean this place was, it was amazing. And the owners were so nice. It was good value.”
Area info
Amenities of GAVA hostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.3
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Garden view
- Beachfront
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Movie nights
- Beach
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Horseback ridingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Game room
- FishingAdditional charge
- Desk
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- ATM on site
- Baggage storageAdditional charge
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Key card access
- Key access
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Adults only
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Mosquito net
- Fan
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- English
- Spanish
- Russian
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of USD 20 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
GAVA hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
For late check-in (from 21:00 pm - 00:00 am) or early check out (before 7:00 am) guest must contact the property in advance and pay additional charges $25.
If late arrivals is planned, from 21:00 pm until 00:00 am (midnight), contact us directly only by written request and make an inquiry on the possible provision of this service. Check-in after 00:00 am (midnight) is not possible.
Payment must be done only CASH in US Dollars.
If you would like to pay in Dominican Peso or Euros, payment will be calculated with the hostel's exchange rate.
Security Deposit $20 - Dorm and $40 - Private room is a guarantee for the safety of the hostel property, keys and compliance with all internal rules of the hostel. Deposit is refundable at the time of departure, at observance of the rules.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Please inform GAVA hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A damage deposit of USD 20 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about GAVA hostel
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GAVA hostel is 5 miles from the center of Punta Cana. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at GAVA hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The nearest beach is 150 feet from GAVA hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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GAVA hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Game room
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Beachfront
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Movie nights
- Horseback riding
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Check-in at GAVA hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.