Can't think of anything!

Amazing location, steps away from places to grab food and 4 minute walk to the beach so you can save on transportation costs. One of the cleanest guesthouses I've stayed in. The host was very cordial and I appreciated the ability to check in early to use the excellent WiFi connection. I would love to stay here again if I am back in Punta Cana on a solo trip.

Stayed in April 2024

No AC in the room, although fans are provided, not much negative feedback apart from that, they are super nice people.

Valentina and her partner are one of the best host for accommodation I had. Communication before checking was good, they always want to make sure that you are ok during the visit the country, they gave good tips for travelling around, shops supermarkets and affordable restaurants. On arrival Valentina advised very well on excursions, surroundings, things to do, I was so glad that I booked my excursions with them as they know the best companies at good price and is fun to go with other people who are also staying at GAVA Hostel, I strongly recommend booking all the excursions with them. The accommodation itself is a small flat, very cosy and easy to meet other travellers, kitchen with all you need, toilet and a good size bathroom, nice front garden, beds where comfortable, clean, the whole flat was plotless clean, the room was small but enough for 4 people, fans where provided, quiet to sleep at night, beach 5-10 minutes walk with nice disco bar. I asked for a lower bunk bed and was reserved by them, anything that they can do, to make your stay more comfortable they will do it, they asked If I needed anything during my stay to let them know, shower towels provided. Good location near the beach, near supermarkets and shops. I would stay here again if I come back to Punta Cana, affordable price for the area.

Stayed in November 2023

Wasn't big room for 4 guests, luckily we were there only 3 and 2 guests per night.

Really close to the beach! And very friendly hosts!

Stayed in April 2023

Fellow travelers who leave worn clothing on the floor makes it difficult for hosts to clean the room and laundry is an eyesore. When the room was humid and minimally aerated, I became sick from a fellow traveler who was sick. Fans and keeping the door and windows open helped. For longer than 1 week stay, it would be great to have a scheduled 1 day shopping excursion or more information about local big grocery store shopping and transit.

Gava Hostel is conveniently located, centrally, between the ocean, restaurants and local tourist shopping, a short distance walk from each. Currency exchange from American dollars to Dominican Pesos is available nearby. Businesses accept both currencies. However, using Pesos provides a better deal.

Stayed in March 2023

1 - The insistent flirting of the Dominicans. The worst of the Caribbean... 2 - Very rude airport staff !

Andrew and Valentina open their house to you and really give you space. Thank you for allowing us to visit Punta Cana with a reasonable rate.

Stayed in November 2022

A little hard to find the right entrance

The hosts are the best <3 Superkind and helpfull

Stayed in October 2022

My bunk bed number 4 it was needs a new mattress. It sunk in the middle and accumulated moisture from my sweat quite rapidly and hence I had to shift around to maintain some semblance of dryness. I was able to sleep well despite the over used mattress.

A great place to meet new travelers. Clean rooms and washrooms. A close walk to the Beach, mini markets, restaurants but not the clubs like the ones at Juntos Beber. Over all a good experience

Stayed in August 2022

Is called hostel but is in fact a guesthouse. Should consider working with a cheaper taxi transfer company, changing the fans, adding side tables on the upper beds and proper sun blocking curtains

Nice and clean, good internet and location, nice owners

Stayed in June 2022

Everything, from early to late check-out, storing luggage and more costs extra. The room is quite small but for the price probably justifiable.

Very friendly couple, willing to help and give a lot of information. Areas are cleaned multiple times daily and the location is just amazing!

Stayed in February 2022

The shower had a weird smell of sulphur and so did the sink. Very inconvenient that they don't accept cash and the minute you walk in they start doing all these confusing calculations. It feels like they really try to make the most money out of you, by insisting on day pass and by charging a fee to look after the luggage after check out...

Google maps will send you to the wrong location, so make sure you follow the instructions that you receive in the booking confirmation. The bed was comfortable and it was possible to use the kitchen. Super close to the beach.

Stayed in February 2022

Maybe a bit pricy for a dorm

I really loved this place. The hostel is very small, but very clean. I met some great people and the owners are super friendly. There’s also plenty of space and the kitchen is very good. The location is perfect, it’s only like 3 mins from the beach and very close to restaurants, but in a quiet street.

Stayed in January 2022

Vale and Andrew are amazing! The house is very welcoming and you'll feel home. There's everything you need. The area is plenty of restaurants and there's a supermarket too. I recommend booking the Excursions with them

Stayed in February 2024

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Very clean and friendly hosts, great location near to the beach

Stayed in January 2024

Absolutely nothing NOT to like.....Just GREAT place

WOW !!!.... Just....WOW !!!! . I've stayed at many hostels during all my travels, most of them Great !! But the personal attention and commitment shown by the 2 owners to ensure that my (and other guests') stay, tours and whatever more were met is of an exceptionally high level !!! It's a small hostel, which absolutely has its charms and the location near: * For me one of thé most picturesque palm tree filled beaches I've ever seen - only a 5 min. walk * Various super markets (closest = 3min. Walk, furthest = 7 min. Walk) * Various very affordable bars not only in town centre, but even better on that pristine beach within mentioned walking distances in a very safe area. No problem to walk alone around at night) I booked all my tours through GAVA and they even were so committed that they both walked me (and on other days the other hostel guests) to the early 6:30-tour pick-up location to be sure I got on the right bus !!! (I mean...just WOW !!) Additionally they were very eager to hear the experiences of the tour, so - if necessary - they could improve quality, expectation, service, etc. (....Just WOW !!) GAVA really thought of practical things such as that: * EVERY bed has an electrical socket prepared for most INTERNATIONAL plugs AND 2 USB-ports. * Easy and trustworthy lockers for personal items it's with their key, so you don't have to buy a padlock or something. * Beds AND cushions are very comfy. In fact...the moment you lay down, not sleeping is just NOT possible. * Even though the room sleeps 4, the wooden bunkbeds were of such good quality they make absolutely no sound and do no wobble when somebody gets in / out of bed so the others don't get woken up unnecessarily !! * Hostel is exceptionally clean and the owners make sure it stays that way !! Every time I came back from staying elsewhere in Dom Rep, there was only one place I wanted to go back to....GAVA !!

Stayed in November 2023

Thanks for everything, the best service ever

Stayed in September 2023

it was kind of hard to identify, the thing is that is located in a building but only one apartment is the hostel so that was kind of hard to find out

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

Stayed in April 2023

The staff was very very rough, not helpful at all. The room is very small. The area is not nice at all, there is no nice place to go around, specially compared with other locations. The place is way way overpriced!!! The place is not like a real hostel it’s like a room.

There have beach around.

Stayed in January 2023

It was way too overpriced! i would not go back there. Way too expensive. Very bad value for money!

It was clean! the hostel is very small ( 4 beds only ) but it’s clean and nice!

Stayed in May 2022

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.

Stayed in June 2022

The location was very good. Very close to the beach and a supermarket. Andrew and Valentina were super kind and helpful. It was a pleasure to meet them and If I go back to Punta Cana I will definitely go back to GAVA Hostel.

Stayed in April 2022

THE WATER! It smells terribly bad, it is true that it is not for drinking in Punta Cana, but I got sick just brushing my teeth or showering there. Now I am taking antibiotics and such because of it. The mattresses are old, and the tours are expensive. You have to pay all your stay upfront ONLY in cash, so it doesn't give you any freedom if you want to change to somewhere else. Also you have to pay for almost any little thing there. Additionally, they base the payments in US dollars, you can pay in Dominican pesos but with a too high change rate. The place is hard to find, it is better that you locate it on google before hand, because people around it don't know it and you might spend hours searching for the place.

The hostel is small (only room for four people) so it helps to meet people staying there in a more personal manner. It is really an apartment, the hosts are a russian couple who live there and keep cleaning the place. They are friendly and in general they like to speak with the tourists. It is hard to find, but there are lots of shops and restaurants nearby, as well as the beach.

Stayed in March 2022

I spent a week at Gava Hostel, what can I say? everything was very good, the proximity to the beach, the cleanliness and the room to be shared for 4. Thank you this hostel doesn'ot have air conditioning, and in a dormitory the one who sleeps downstairs is fine, but the one sleeping upstairs is dead cold ! I was happy to find a ceiling fan here! everything is very clean, there are indeed rules, but which I think contributes to everyone's respect. the room and our belongings are completely safe. I recommend this place with eyes closed. and if you have time between 2 excursions I strongly advise you to meet Andrew and Valentina, 2 superb hosts who will advise you on all your program.

Stayed in March 2022

One of the best hostels in Punta Cana! Guys are very welcoming and friendly, you feel like at home! Very clean, the beach is nearby, the best area. You can use kitchen, showers everything and it’s super clean! They care a lot! Thanks for the experience!

Stayed in February 2022

I liked everything about this place.

Everything was awesome. One of the best hostel experiences i have ever had. Owner are super friendly. We had some great conversations. Location is perfect, close to the beach, and close to shops and restaurants. Also wifi works very well.

Stayed in January 2022