
From
NetherlandsWOW !!!.... Just....WOW !!!!
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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 !!