Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows, El Valle (updated prices 2025)

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Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows

Carretera Samaná El Valle Km. 8, 32000 El Valle, Dominican Republic

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Guests who stayed here loved

“Great decor and space to meet other travellers. All the staff and the manager, Ana, were exceptionally friendly and attentive. Diez puntos!!”

Stephen

Puerto Rico

“This place is a must! Definetely our favorite place to stay during our round-trip in the DomRep. Starting with a drive through a Jurassic-Park-looking jungle, only 300m from the beach to this...”

Sonja

Germany

“Beautiful hostel right in the jungle - an enchanted place with fireflies and amazing bamboo architecture”

Johanna

Austria

“Everything was perfect exept the noise from the frog at night.”

Piotr

Denmark

“Tive uma estadia boa, fui muito bem tratada e o lugar é pertinho da praia.”

Nathalia

Brazil

“Solo buena vibra. La gente que conoces aqui es super chévere. Este lugar es full naturaleza, asi que tu estadía estará rodeada de vegetación. La cocina, la limpieza, y el cuarto, todo bien. Lleven repelente por que en el Valle hay mosquitos.”

Manuel

Peru

“De lo mejor que hay en el valle y me atrevo a decir que de Samana. Las habitaciones por no ser cerradas hay una seguridad increíble algo que no estamos acostumbrados en Arg. La atención de Vale y Bren, nos ayudaron en todo.”

Ailen

Argentina

“De locatie was fantastisch. Geen bereik, alleen wifi in het restaurant, heerlijk. Het is een andere accommodatie dan anders hou daar rekening mee als je boekt.”

Kim

Netherlands

“Un lugar increíble en el que desconectar del mundo y disfrutar de los paisajes y de las personas.”

Edgar

Spain

“El ambiente y la decoración son magníficos. Muy tranquilo y agradable. Las habitaciones son preciosas. El personal muy amable. Muy cerca de la playa, no llega a 5 minutos andando. Y alrededor hay colmados y restaurantes”

María

Spain

Categories:

Staff

8.5

Facilities

7.5

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Value for money

7.2

Location

8.6

Free WiFi

5.8

Low score for El Valle

Featuring a garden, shared lounge and free WiFi, Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows is located in El Valle, 300 metres from El Valle Beach and 48 km from Pueblo de los Pescadores. The nearest airport is Samana El Catey International, 58 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free parking available on-site

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type	Number of guests
Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room 1 single bed
Budget Double Room 2 single beds or 1 double bed
Chalet 1 large double bed
One-Bedroom Chalet 1 double bed
Two-Bedroom Chalet Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds Living room 1 sofa bed
One-Bedroom Chalet 1 double bed
Chalet 1 large double bed

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

8.5

Facilities

7.5

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Value for money

7.2

Location

8.6

Free WiFi

5.8

Low score for El Valle

Guests who stayed here loved

Stephen
Puerto Rico
“Great decor and space to meet other travellers. All the staff and the manager, Ana, were exceptionally friendly and attentive. Diez puntos!!”
Sonja
Germany
“This place is a must! Definetely our favorite place to stay during our round-trip in the DomRep. Starting with a drive through a Jurassic-Park-looking jungle, only 300m from the beach to this absolutely gourgous natural-vibing place. Sleeping in...”
Johanna
Austria
“Beautiful hostel right in the jungle - an enchanted place with fireflies and amazing bamboo architecture”
Piotr
Denmark
“Everything was perfect exept the noise from the frog at night.”
Nathalia
Brazil
“Tive uma estadia boa, fui muito bem tratada e o lugar é pertinho da praia.”
Manuel
Peru
“Solo buena vibra. La gente que conoces aqui es super chévere. Este lugar es full naturaleza, asi que tu estadía estará rodeada de vegetación. La cocina, la limpieza, y el cuarto, todo bien. Lleven repelente por que en el Valle hay mosquitos.”
Ailen
Argentina
“De lo mejor que hay en el valle y me atrevo a decir que de Samana. Las habitaciones por no ser cerradas hay una seguridad increíble algo que no estamos acostumbrados en Arg. La atención de Vale y Bren, nos ayudaron en todo.”
Kim
Netherlands
“De locatie was fantastisch. Geen bereik, alleen wifi in het restaurant, heerlijk. Het is een andere accommodatie dan anders hou daar rekening mee als je boekt.”
Edgar
Spain
“Un lugar increíble en el que desconectar del mundo y disfrutar de los paisajes y de las personas.”
María
Spain
“El ambiente y la decoración son magníficos. Muy tranquilo y agradable. Las habitaciones son preciosas. El personal muy amable. Muy cerca de la playa, no llega a 5 minutos andando. Y alrededor hay colmados y restaurantes”

Property surroundings

Facilities of Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows

Bathroom

Toilet paper
Toilet
Shower

Outdoors

BBQ facilities
Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

Live music/performance
Walking tours
Additional charge
Beach
Evening entertainment
Horse riding
Additional chargeOff-site
Hiking
Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Street parking

Services

Shared lounge/TV area
Laundry
Additional charge
Airport shuttle
Additional charge

General

Iron

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

House rules
Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 10:00 to 12:00

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 option.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:30 and 07:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

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 allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

The prices at Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Check-in at Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
The nearest beach is just 250 yards from Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows is 450 yards from the centre of El Valle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Ganesh Hostel & Shivas Bungalows offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Evening entertainment
- Horse riding
- Beach
- Live music/performance
- Walking tours

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