Dal Bo Hostal

Caracas


A modest and windowless apartment near the Plaza Bolívar, this improvised hostel has two dorms with bunks (a two-bed and six-bed), a gleaming shared bathroom and a small kitchen. English-speaking Gustavo equips all guests with cell phones, there's a huge movie collection and welcome beers on the house. Reserve ahead. Airport pickups cost US$4 per car.


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