Let's clear up one misnomer right off the bat: There is no casino at the three-pearl Dominican Fiesta Hotel and Casino. This 298-room property in western Santo Domingo does have plenty of other features, like a massive pool, spa, and a handful of bars with live music and panoramic city views -- but the look throughout the hotel is dated. It's a decent fit for businesspeople, offering nine meeting rooms, a proper business center, and a large gym. However, Wi-Fi is painfully slow, and the style of rooms ranges from pleasantly modern to more traditional. There's a lovely park next door, but it's a 25-minute drive to the colonial district, so vacationers might want to compare with the more modern Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo, with its casino and nearby nightlife.
Let's clear up one misnomer right off the bat: There is no casino at the three-pearl Dominican Fiesta Hotel and Casino. This 298-room property in western Santo Domingo does have plenty of other features, like a massive pool, spa, and a handful of bars with live music and panoramic city views -- but the look throughout the hotel is dated. It's a decent fit for businesspeople, offering nine meeting rooms, a proper business center, and a large gym. However, Wi-Fi is painfully slow, and the style of rooms ranges from pleasantly modern to more traditional. There's a lovely park next door, but it's a 25-minute drive to the colonial district, so vacationers might want to compare with the more modern Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo, with its casino and nearby nightlife.
With a solid list of amenities and a downtown location, BQ Santo Domingo by BQ Hotels has a lot to offer its mostly executive clientele. The rooftop pool and polished alfresco restaurant are a step above most properties in the area. The bland design of each of its 137 rooms is almost forgivable given their modern amenities: free Wi-Fi, minibars, flat-screen TVs, and optional balconies. Rates are low and freebies include a Dominican breakfast buffet and secure parking. However, the aging, mismatched decor in the common areas is subpar compared to Santo Domingo’s many other three-pearl, business-centric alternatives. The more polished Courtyard Santo Domingo is pricier but offers a more central location.
With a solid list of amenities and a downtown location, BQ Santo Domingo by BQ Hotels has a lot to offer its mostly executive clientele. The rooftop pool and polished alfresco restaurant are a step above most properties in the area. The bland design of each of its 137 rooms is almost forgivable given their modern amenities: free Wi-Fi, minibars, flat-screen TVs, and optional balconies. Rates are low and freebies include a Dominican breakfast buffet and secure parking. However, the aging, mismatched decor in the common areas is subpar compared to Santo Domingo’s many other three-pearl, business-centric alternatives. The more polished Courtyard Santo Domingo is pricier but offers a more central location.
With equal doses of colonial charm, history, and contemporary touches, the two-and-a-half pearl Casa Sanchez Boutique Hotel is a lovely boutique property that gets just about everything right for low rates that include free breakfast and Wi-FI. The 10 rooms vary widely in size, and all include modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. Spacious, apartment-style suites upgrade to kitchenettes and optional private balconies. A lap pool and rooftop sundeck with a hot tub and reading lounge offer far more social space than most boutique downtown properties. Aside from limited parking and occasional noise from the surrounding neighborhood, guests will find little to complain about. Hotel Villa Colonial offers similar amenities for similar rates, and the rooms are more traditionally styled.
With equal doses of colonial charm, history, and contemporary touches, the two-and-a-half pearl Casa Sanchez Boutique Hotel is a lovely boutique property that gets just about everything right for low rates that include free breakfast and Wi-FI. The 10 rooms vary widely in size, and all include modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. Spacious, apartment-style suites upgrade to kitchenettes and optional private balconies. A lap pool and rooftop sundeck with a hot tub and reading lounge offer far more social space than most boutique downtown properties. Aside from limited parking and occasional noise from the surrounding neighborhood, guests will find little to complain about. Hotel Villa Colonial offers similar amenities for similar rates, and the rooms are more traditionally styled.
With a history dating back more than 500 years, the buildings that house Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and now home to one of Santo Domingo’s most charming and historic upscale hotels. The 97 rooms range from small to sprawling, but all include original, centuries-old design elements plus minibars, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and Nespresso makers. The outdoor pool offers decent views of Rio Ozama and La Residence restaurant serves up fine French dining in one of the city’s most romantic alfresco dining spaces. For a bit more money, Billini Hotel is a similarly historic, city-center property that provides a boutique experience with ultra modern amenities.
With a history dating back more than 500 years, the buildings that house Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and now home to one of Santo Domingo’s most charming and historic upscale hotels. The 97 rooms range from small to sprawling, but all include original, centuries-old design elements plus minibars, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and Nespresso makers. The outdoor pool offers decent views of Rio Ozama and La Residence restaurant serves up fine French dining in one of the city’s most romantic alfresco dining spaces. For a bit more money, Billini Hotel is a similarly historic, city-center property that provides a boutique experience with ultra modern amenities.
Opened in 2014, the JW Marriott is a luxury business hotel set in Santo Domingo’s bustling and upmarket Piantini financial district. Its sleek decor showcase extends to all 150 rooms and suites which emanate city style and showcase city views. All rooms feature stunning marble bathrooms and thoughtful touches like Nespresso machines, and nightly turndown service. The glass-floored lounge bar, Vertygo 101, and glass-framed pool both float 101 feet above ground. While the hotel is far from the beach and a little limited for leisure travelers, there’s plenty of easily accessible eating and shopping, as the hotel adjoins the high-end Blue Mall. Discerning types (especially the business set), seeking a polished city base should be happy here. For those after an upscale seaside stay, try the Sheraton Santo Domingo.
Opened in 2014, the JW Marriott is a luxury business hotel set in Santo Domingo’s bustling and upmarket Piantini financial district. Its sleek decor showcase extends to all 150 rooms and suites which emanate city style and showcase city views. All rooms feature stunning marble bathrooms and thoughtful touches like Nespresso machines, and nightly turndown service. The glass-floored lounge bar, Vertygo 101, and glass-framed pool both float 101 feet above ground. While the hotel is far from the beach and a little limited for leisure travelers, there’s plenty of easily accessible eating and shopping, as the hotel adjoins the high-end Blue Mall. Discerning types (especially the business set), seeking a polished city base should be happy here. For those after an upscale seaside stay, try the Sheraton Santo Domingo.
Set on Santo Domingo’s seaside, the upscale Crowne Plaza is predominantly a business hotel with a polished modern aesthetic. Its 197 rooms and suites are large, tastefully decorated, and equipped with minibars, coffeemakers, and big marble bathrooms. A turndown service with aromatherapy sleepy-time packs is a nice touch. While the pool isn’t huge, it’s beautiful and contemporary with seaside views, a chic pool bar, and a huge sundeck. Stylish Nabu restaurant serves a great buffet breakfast (though it’s not necessarily included in the rate), and other attributes include a spa, an excellent fitness center, extensive business facilities, and a casino. Guests (many regulars) appreciate the consistency and generally find the amenities here top-notch. Travelers seeking a polished hotel with more of a resort feel could try the nearby Renaissance.
Set on Santo Domingo’s seaside, the upscale Crowne Plaza is predominantly a business hotel with a polished modern aesthetic. Its 197 rooms and suites are large, tastefully decorated, and equipped with minibars, coffeemakers, and big marble bathrooms. A turndown service with aromatherapy sleepy-time packs is a nice touch. While the pool isn’t huge, it’s beautiful and contemporary with seaside views, a chic pool bar, and a huge sundeck. Stylish Nabu restaurant serves a great buffet breakfast (though it’s not necessarily included in the rate), and other attributes include a spa, an excellent fitness center, extensive business facilities, and a casino. Guests (many regulars) appreciate the consistency and generally find the amenities here top-notch. Travelers seeking a polished hotel with more of a resort feel could try the nearby Renaissance.
The Sheraton Santo Domingo is a three-and-a-half-pearl hotel with a strong business vibe, located across from the seafront and a short drive from the Colonial Zone and its restaurants. The property's 248 guest rooms are spacious and contemporary, with flat-screen TVs, well-stocked minibars, coffeemakers, practical extras like tech plugs and bathrobes, plus free Wi-Fi, but decor is lackluster. Features include a sizable outdoor pool with a sea-facing sundeck, a modern fitness center, and an on-site restaurant with food that consistently receives high marks from guests. The Sheraton is a solid bet for business and leisure travelers alike, but those looking for more in the way of on-site dining options can consider Barcelo Santo Domingo.
The Sheraton Santo Domingo is a three-and-a-half-pearl hotel with a strong business vibe, located across from the seafront and a short drive from the Colonial Zone and its restaurants. The property's 248 guest rooms are spacious and contemporary, with flat-screen TVs, well-stocked minibars, coffeemakers, practical extras like tech plugs and bathrobes, plus free Wi-Fi, but decor is lackluster. Features include a sizable outdoor pool with a sea-facing sundeck, a modern fitness center, and an on-site restaurant with food that consistently receives high marks from guests. The Sheraton is a solid bet for business and leisure travelers alike, but those looking for more in the way of on-site dining options can consider Barcelo Santo Domingo.
With its slick urban decor and compact size, the upper-middle-range Holiday Inn feels much more like a boutique property than a chain. There’s nothing generic going on here, which can come as a pleasant surprise. Its 199 rooms and suites display bold contemporary decor, along with Nespresso machines and big sleek bathrooms. Guests (many regulars) especially love the property's consistent quality; the solid buffet breakfast (though it can cost extra); and the central city location with plenty of shopping malls and restaurants nearby. And while it is away from beaches, families and leisure travelers also enjoy this spot. The mosaic-pool terrace with alfresco lounge bar are a highlight, plus the quality restaurant, two stylish bars, and a little cafe provide plenty of on-site choice. Travelers seeking a contemporary hotel closer to the water could try the Renaissance Santo Domingo.
With its slick urban decor and compact size, the upper-middle-range Holiday Inn feels much more like a boutique property than a chain. There’s nothing generic going on here, which can come as a pleasant surprise. Its 199 rooms and suites display bold contemporary decor, along with Nespresso machines and big sleek bathrooms. Guests (many regulars) especially love the property's consistent quality; the solid buffet breakfast (though it can cost extra); and the central city location with plenty of shopping malls and restaurants nearby. And while it is away from beaches, families and leisure travelers also enjoy this spot. The mosaic-pool terrace with alfresco lounge bar are a highlight, plus the quality restaurant, two stylish bars, and a little cafe provide plenty of on-site choice. Travelers seeking a contemporary hotel closer to the water could try the Renaissance Santo Domingo.
The Casa Naemie is a boutique hotel with a dash of homey elegance, which is surprising for a low-key budget property in Santo Domingo. The location is a major draw here -- the hotel is right in the heart of the colonial zone -- and walks to most major sights take just minutes. Funky design details blending modern and antique motifs plus abundant tropical touches create an infectious charm. The 11 rooms are private and cute, but some are compact and dark. All feature flat-screen TVs, en-suite bathrooms, and powerful air-conditioning. The included breakfast and cozy, intimate feel make this place a good value, despite the lack of parking or elevators. Nearby Casa del Sol has stronger Wi-Fi and a rooftop breakfast, though it'll be pricier.
The Casa Naemie is a boutique hotel with a dash of homey elegance, which is surprising for a low-key budget property in Santo Domingo. The location is a major draw here -- the hotel is right in the heart of the colonial zone -- and walks to most major sights take just minutes. Funky design details blending modern and antique motifs plus abundant tropical touches create an infectious charm. The 11 rooms are private and cute, but some are compact and dark. All feature flat-screen TVs, en-suite bathrooms, and powerful air-conditioning. The included breakfast and cozy, intimate feel make this place a good value, despite the lack of parking or elevators. Nearby Casa del Sol has stronger Wi-Fi and a rooftop breakfast, though it'll be pricier.
With a beautiful terrace restaurant, ultra-modern lobby bar, and rooftop infinity pool with panoramic city views, the Billini Hotel offers an upscale city oasis. Set in the heart of Santo Domingo’s tourist-friendly Zona Colonial, the smartly designed property feels worlds away from the downtown urban hustle, but it's still within walking distance of many of the city’s restaurants, bars, shops, and Playa Montesinos. Its 24 rooms seamlessly blend modern design with original 17th-century architectural details and offer private outdoor spaces, free minibars, and a list of high-tech amenities. Guests looking for a resort-like luxury alternative may wish to consider the nearby Occidental El Embajador.
With a beautiful terrace restaurant, ultra-modern lobby bar, and rooftop infinity pool with panoramic city views, the Billini Hotel offers an upscale city oasis. Set in the heart of Santo Domingo’s tourist-friendly Zona Colonial, the smartly designed property feels worlds away from the downtown urban hustle, but it's still within walking distance of many of the city’s restaurants, bars, shops, and Playa Montesinos. Its 24 rooms seamlessly blend modern design with original 17th-century architectural details and offer private outdoor spaces, free minibars, and a list of high-tech amenities. Guests looking for a resort-like luxury alternative may wish to consider the nearby Occidental El Embajador.