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Hostel La Ballena Backpacker

Name: Hostel La Ballena Backpacker
Address: Calle Principal S/N, Las Galeras, 32000, DO
Rating: 7.2

Las Galeras · Calle Principal S/N

Las Galeras

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What this hotel offers

Most popular

Top-rated amenities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

Terrace

Hiking

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Vibrant Hostel in Las GalerasCentral Location: Located just steps away from Las Galeras Beach and La Playita Beach, Hostel La Ballena Backpacker offer...

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Check-in

03:00 PM – 09:00 PM

Check-out

11:00 AM

Important information

Please inform 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

What guests say

Pros

Friendly staff
Good location
Nice communal areas

Cons

Cleanliness issues
Noise from the street
Dampness in rooms

Reviews

7.2

Very goodBased on 105 verified reviews

Score by category

Location8.9

Staff8.9

Value for money6.9

Cleanliness5.4

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De Leon

Apr 20, 2026

10/10

"Great place in a prime location, an oasis after a long hike"

I have stayed at this hostel before, as it is our gate way into the Samana peninsula where we go for long treks. Since my partner and I do not own a car, we hike everywhere or take public transportation and the hostel is in…

Julio Antonio

Mar 16, 2026

1/10

"Never been there"

Never been there Never been there

Giancarlo

Jun 16, 2025

9/10

"Superb"

Attention from staff, location, facilities, everything.

Adrian

Apr 23, 2025

5/10

"Passable"

Overall the Spanish guy tried to help in all he could. However, I did not like how the italian person handle the 2 items described below. There is no hot water, the laundry was returned wet when we paid for cleaning and drying service, no…

Dejan

Apr 2, 2026

10/10

Everything perfect. Amazing