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.

Piantini
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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.

Ciudad Colonial
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.

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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
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 516 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 516
AED 661 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (2,349 reviews)
Esta bien me la pase bien

Reviewed on 12 January 2026

whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Catalonia Santo Domingo

Catalonia Santo Domingo

5 out of 5
Avenida George Washington No. 500 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is AED 363 per night from Jan 17 to Jan 18
AED 363
AED 465 total
17 Jan - 18 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,774 reviews)
The room was excellent.

Reviewed on 13 January 2026

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Dominican Fiesta Hotel

Dominican Fiesta Hotel

4 out of 5
Av Anacaona 101, Esquina Cibao Oeste Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is AED 305 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
AED 305
AED 390 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (2,630 reviews)
Central area close to everything I need

Reviewed on 14 January 2026

Dominican Fiesta Hotel
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 Santo Domingo Santo Domingo
Stay at this aparthotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Blue Mall and Malecon are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)
Bien

Reviewed on 13 January 2026

Aston Rubi City Suites
Central Park Tower

Central Park Tower

3.5 out of 5
13 Luis Escoto Gomez Santo Domingo
Stay at this apartment in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Blue Mall and Malecon are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (362 reviews)
Best kept secret in Piantini! Renting any of these apartments is worth the price but you owe it to yourself to rent one of the penthouse rooms.

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Central Park Tower
Brickell Apart Hotel

Brickell Apart Hotel

5 out of 5
C. Cesar Augusto Roque Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
Book a stay at this 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! (223 reviews)
My second time staying at the Brickell hotel and it’s always excellent. The staff is always nice and helpful.The location is the best with so many places to go just in walking distance. It is in a nice neighborhood with bars, grocery stores , American restaurants and local eateries that you can walk ...

Reviewed on 17 December 2025

Brickell Apart Hotel
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