Santo Domingo

Travel Guide

Dominican Republic which includes a sunset and general coastal views
Dominican Republic showing a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
Photo provided by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Photo provided by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Photo provided by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

Where to stay in Santo Domingo

Fort Ozama featuring heritage elements

Zona Colonial

4/5(615 area reviews)

Zona Colonial is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral while in the area.

Zona Colonial
Cortadito☕️👍

Piantini

Unique features of Piantini include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Blue Mall or Acropolis Center while you're exploring the area.

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Downtown Santo Domingo

4/5(461 area reviews)

Polígono Central boasts a mix of commercial and residential zones, with a high concentration of malls, banks, and international fast food chains. Enjoy daily sports activities at Club Paraiso and Club Naco, or explore the city via Santo Domingo Metro and OMSA bus system.

Downtown Santo Domingo
Alcazar de Colon featuring a square or plaza and a city

Ciudad Colonial

Discover the historic heart of Santo Domingo, where cobblestone streets like Calle Las Damas lead to landmarks such as Alcázar de Colón and Catedral de Santa María la Menor. Stroll along pedestrian-only Calle del Conde, and enjoy local shops and restaurants near Plaza de España.

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Bella Vista

When in Bella Vista, you can plan a visit to Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bella Vista
Plaza de la Cultura which includes a square or plaza

Gascue

4/5(452 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

Gascue
Dominican Fiesta Hotel

Dominican Fiesta Hotel

4 out of 5
Av Anacaona 101, Esquina Cibao Oeste, Sector los Cacicazgos, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
The price is AED 301 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
AED 301
AED 385 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,520 reviews)
Everything was excellent!

Reviewed on 29 October 2025

Dominican Fiesta Hotel
whala! boca chica - All inclusive

whala! boca chica - All inclusive

3 out of 5
Avenida Abraham Núñez, Boca Chica, Santo Domingo
The price is AED 317 per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
AED 317
AED 406 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach property in Boca Chica. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (2,217 reviews)
Everything was good.

Reviewed on 2 November 2025

whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Catalonia Santo Domingo

Catalonia Santo Domingo

5 out of 5
Avenida George Washington No. 500, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 382 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
AED 382
AED 489 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,688 reviews)
Oceanview room was amazing!

Reviewed on 2 November 2025

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aston Rubi City Suites

Aston Rubi City Suites

4 out of 5
Prolongación Gracita Álvarez, esquina Lic. Carlos Sánchez, Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Sambil Santo Domingo and Blue ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Our stay was wonderful! The highlight for us was the bed was so comfortable it was like sleeping on a cloud. The only thing is I wish their was a tv in the room as well for when it was time to relax and wind down as the couch was not comfortable enough for two to relax. Overall the staff was great, ...

Reviewed on 1 November 2025

Aston Rubi City Suites
Brickell Apart Hotel

Brickell Apart Hotel

5 out of 5
C. Cesar Augusto Roque, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (206 reviews)
Very nice

Reviewed on 18 October 2025

Brickell Apart Hotel
Central Park Tower

Central Park Tower

3.5 out of 5
13 Luis Escoto Gomez, Santo Domingo
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Blue Mall and Sambil Santo Domingo ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (329 reviews)
Friendly staff . Very helpful . Thanks

Reviewed on 30 October 2025

Central Park Tower
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Santo Domingo

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
740
5 - Excellent 50%
4 - Good
557
4 - Good 38%
3 - Okay
135
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
28
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
10
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Amazing city, lots of restaurant options, historic places, night life a city to visit

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Santo Domingo, is a favbulous Capital for vacationing. Streets and sidewalks should be cleaner.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

There is an pandemic around the wourld and I have to say people of Dominican Republic do help each other.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love this place its is beautiful and people are friendly and helpful. I will return. Only thing that went wrong is that the boarders were closed because of coronavirus and everything shut down hotels and stores .i stuck here another 15 days.

4/5 - Good

KatyaDahdah

The city is vibrant and has lot to offer. Just use the same safety precautions you will use in any cosmopolitan city. Remember Santo Domingo has about 4 millions and is not small at all.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Womderfull place