Hostel La Ballena Backpacker
Calle Principal S/N, 32000 Las Galeras, Dominican Republic – Great location - show map
Situated in Las Galeras, within 700 metres of Las Galeras Beach and 1.2 km of La Playita Beach, Hostel La Ballena Backpacker offers accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting an ATM, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests. Certain rooms are fitted with a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop. The rooms have bed linen. Colorada Beach is 2.4 km from the hostel. The nearest airport is Samana El Catey International Airport, 75 km from Hostel La Ballena Backpacker.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
- Heins-bunde
Dominican Republic“Best Traveller Hostel It s a nice hostel with even nicer people working there. Angie, Sophie and Thai helped me wherever they could...giving great hiking informations, organizing my travel, finding my next hostel as well as organising affordable...” 
Diana
Poland“Great location in the center of Las Galeras, cosy rooms and really good value for money :)”
Emma
United Kingdom“The dorm room was really big and in a beautiful building. Close to beautiful beaches. Definitely recommend staying here.”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Hostel La Ballena Backpacker
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linen
- Terrace
- Shared kitchen
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- SnorkellingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Horse ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- HikingAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveries
- Shared lounge/TV area
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storageAdditional charge
- Currency exchange
- Laundry
- Invoice provided
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Key access
- Adult only
- Minimarket on site
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Lower bathroom sink
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of USD 10 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 7. 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 and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Hostel La Ballena Backpacker in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of US$10 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.
Legal information
FAQs about Hostel La Ballena Backpacker
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Check-in at Hostel La Ballena Backpacker is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Hostel La Ballena Backpacker offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Walking tours
- Horse riding
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The prices at Hostel La Ballena Backpacker may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Hostel La Ballena Backpacker. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Hostel La Ballena Backpacker is 450 yards from the centre of Las Galeras. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
