Santo Domingo
If these walls could talk, they'd tell this city's story. But this is no dusty museum. A stay in one of these six impeccably restored colonial-era homes…
Must-see hotels in Santo Domingo
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Santo Domingo
Even heads of state must get a thrill when they learn they’re sleeping in the former home of the first governor of the Americas. Oozing old-world charm,…
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Island Life Backpacker's Hostel
Santo Domingo
The expat owner of this Zona Colonial oasis traveled the world for years observing what backpackers like. Then he found a derelict colonial abode from the…
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Santo Domingo
Get thee to this nunnery – if you’re looking for austere elegance. Each of the 11 large rooms is sparsely furnished, but the wood-beamed ceilings and…
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Santo Domingo
The French owner has created an idyllic oasis, an exceptionally sophisticated combination of European elegance with a colonial-era facade and an art-deco…
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Santo Domingo
Housed within the upper floors of downtown's chic Blue Mall, the JW Marriott Santo Domingo is stylish and modern, with a snazzy cocktail bar, a relaxing…
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Santo Domingo
On paper, the Casa del Sol seems like a no-brainer, with borderline budget rates and well located at the very southeastern corner of the Zona Colonial on…
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Santo Domingo
Still known to locals as Barceló Lina, this outpost of the Spanish chain is within walking distance of the Plaza de la Cultura and is steps away from the…
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Santo Domingo
Cross colonial with a touch of medieval and you have the Palacio, a maze-like hotel occupying a 17th-century mansion only a block north of El Conde…
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Santo Domingo
One of the better and most affordable choices for a stay in a colonial-era building, just a block north of Calle El Conde. Each of the uniquely designed…
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Santo Domingo
Combining old-world architectural charm with contemporary boutique-style finishings, the Billini is aiming for a glossy design magazine photo finish. It…
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Santo Domingo
Sporting a mix of original architectural elements and styish, modern features, this Zona Colonial hotel exudes romance, especially at night when the…
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Santo Domingo
This charming oasis only a few blocks from the oldest cathedral in the Americas feels like a European pension. Surrounding a narrow central courtyard are…
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Santo Domingo
Among the nicest of the luxury hotels on the Malecón, Catalonia Santo Domingo is part of a huge complex including a casino and movie theater. The highest…
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Santo Domingo
The Riazor boasts professional English-speaking front-desk staff and extremely well-kept rooms (for the price) with faux-wood floors and flat-screen TVs…
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Santo Domingo
This aging, sky-high hotel is once again called Sheraton, though now under the Marriott umbrella. A decent option relatively close to the Zona Colonial,…
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Santo Domingo
Housed in an old colonial-style home, San Marco's pièce de résistance is the shady, inner courtyard pool area furnished with hammocks and lounge chairs…
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Santo Domingo
Only a block from Parque Colón, the Hodelpa Caribe is a convenient choice for those seeking modern comforts without the colonial vibe. The lobby and 45…
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InterContinental Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo
Opened in 2016 and rising 21 stories above downtown's busy streets, the InterContinental is good for those looking for contemporary luxury. Its plush…
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Santo Domingo
Housed in a renovated colonial building, Doña Elvira is a friendly place geared toward travelers; you can hang out in the inner courtyard, take a dip in…
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Santo Domingo
A solid budget choice with an exterior that blends in with the facades of the neighboring colonial-era buildings. However, once past an attractive high…
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Santo Domingo
Ideally located around the corner from Parque Colón, La Colonia is a good option if character is not an issue. In addition to shiny, polished floors and…
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Santo Domingo
Considering the impressive-looking facade, spacious lobby and uniformed bellboys of this hotel only two blocks west of Plaza España, the 19 rooms are…
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Santo Domingo
Large apartment-style units, all with kitchens, in a three-story, purple-pastel building, a block off El Conde. There's no front desk per se and the…
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Santo Domingo
Under the Marriott brand, the spacious rooms in the 10-story tower and low-slung annex have been upgraded, though furnishings are still dated. It’s…
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Santo Domingo
Despite chintzy bed linens and little natural light, the sparkling-clean rooms with flat-screen TVs at this modern multistory hotel can be recommended. A…
