The lower-middle-range Acuarium is a laid-back, retro hotel offering 72 one- and two-bedroom apartments surrounded by green lawns and palm trees. Guests appreciate the great rates, free Wi-Fi, and the nice courtyard pool, but dated rooms and maintenance issues are the norm here. (The newer wing is generally more sought after.) Freebies include Wi-Fi and (basic) buffet breakfast. Food and drinks are generally of good quality and well priced, too. Acuarium resides in a residential neighborhood with authentic local flavor, but the area may not be as safe as other parts (sex workers are a common sight); walking around at night isn’t advised, and families with young kids may prefer to stay elsewhere. Travelers seeking affordability with a more modern feel could try W&P Santo Domingo.
The lower-middle-range Acuarium is a laid-back, retro hotel offering 72 one- and two-bedroom apartments surrounded by green lawns and palm trees. Guests appreciate the great rates, free Wi-Fi, and the nice courtyard pool, but dated rooms and maintenance issues are the norm here. (The newer wing is generally more sought after.) Freebies include Wi-Fi and (basic) buffet breakfast. Food and drinks are generally of good quality and well priced, too. Acuarium resides in a residential neighborhood with authentic local flavor, but the area may not be as safe as other parts (sex workers are a common sight); walking around at night isn’t advised, and families with young kids may prefer to stay elsewhere. Travelers seeking affordability with a more modern feel could try W&P Santo Domingo.
The mid-range El Beaterio Casa Museo is a boutique bed-and-breakfast nestled in a calm pocket of the Zona Colonial, an easy stroll to restaurants and sites. Steeped in history as a former 16th century convent, El Beaterio is officially recognized as a “hotel-museum” for its historical and architectural value, which is on display throughout. Old stone walls are filled with artifacts, imagery, and commentary documenting the building’s fascinating past. Its 15 rooms are simple, rustic, and charming, with wrought-iron furniture and comfortable beds, though some guests find rooms a little dark and their bathrooms cramped. Guests love the free breakfast, the chicly furnished rooftop, and the charming Old World vibe on display. El Beaterio is a hidden gem, perfect for a short, comfortable stay in the old city -- but those craving something more upscale should consider the Billini Hotel around the corner.
The mid-range El Beaterio Casa Museo is a boutique bed-and-breakfast nestled in a calm pocket of the Zona Colonial, an easy stroll to restaurants and sites. Steeped in history as a former 16th century convent, El Beaterio is officially recognized as a “hotel-museum” for its historical and architectural value, which is on display throughout. Old stone walls are filled with artifacts, imagery, and commentary documenting the building’s fascinating past. Its 15 rooms are simple, rustic, and charming, with wrought-iron furniture and comfortable beds, though some guests find rooms a little dark and their bathrooms cramped. Guests love the free breakfast, the chicly furnished rooftop, and the charming Old World vibe on display. El Beaterio is a hidden gem, perfect for a short, comfortable stay in the old city -- but those craving something more upscale should consider the Billini Hotel around the corner.
The 288-room Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino is an upscale Marriott property with lush gardens and sweeping sea views located a 10-minute drive from the Colonial Zone. With a beautiful outdoor pool, full-service spa, and top-notch gym, the property feels somewhat resort-like for a city hotel, yet it caters just as well to the business set with solid corporate services and events capabilities. Contemporary rooms were fully renovated in 2015 and are outfitted with great amenities such as coffeemakers, minibars, and Aveda toiletries. In-room Wi-Fi, however, is only free in Club Level Suites. The main restaurant serves tasty international cuisine, while snacks and smaller bites are available at both the poolside lounge and the cafe. This is an excellent pick for couples, families, leisure, and business travelers, but those seeking something cheaper could try Barcelo Santo Domingo.
The 288-room Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino is an upscale Marriott property with lush gardens and sweeping sea views located a 10-minute drive from the Colonial Zone. With a beautiful outdoor pool, full-service spa, and top-notch gym, the property feels somewhat resort-like for a city hotel, yet it caters just as well to the business set with solid corporate services and events capabilities. Contemporary rooms were fully renovated in 2015 and are outfitted with great amenities such as coffeemakers, minibars, and Aveda toiletries. In-room Wi-Fi, however, is only free in Club Level Suites. The main restaurant serves tasty international cuisine, while snacks and smaller bites are available at both the poolside lounge and the cafe. This is an excellent pick for couples, families, leisure, and business travelers, but those seeking something cheaper could try Barcelo Santo Domingo.
With a prime location in Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial, the three-and-a-half pearl Boutique Hotel Palacio is well-situated for tourists looking to visit the city’s most popular attractions. The Cathedral Primada of America, Alcazar de Colon, and Parque Colon are all within a short walk. The two-hundred-year-old property is distinctly inspired by Spanish Colonial architecture built around a beautiful, four-story outdoor garden terrace with a rooftop pool. The 44 guest rooms are quiet, clean, and relatively large with nice-to-have modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. While the historical nature of the hotel is charming, the lack of attention to detail is evident in some areas with peeling paint, missing light bulbs, and non-functional lamps and electrical sockets.
With a prime location in Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial, the three-and-a-half pearl Boutique Hotel Palacio is well-situated for tourists looking to visit the city’s most popular attractions. The Cathedral Primada of America, Alcazar de Colon, and Parque Colon are all within a short walk. The two-hundred-year-old property is distinctly inspired by Spanish Colonial architecture built around a beautiful, four-story outdoor garden terrace with a rooftop pool. The 44 guest rooms are quiet, clean, and relatively large with nice-to-have modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. While the historical nature of the hotel is charming, the lack of attention to detail is evident in some areas with peeling paint, missing light bulbs, and non-functional lamps and electrical sockets.
Set right over the Malecon, opposite the sea, Hotel Napolitano is a mid-range option in a great spot, walking distance from the Colonial Zone, restaurants, and many sights. Its 65 rooms are gradually being renovated -- many with a chic contemporary look, while others remain outdated. Either way, they come with well-stocked minibars and most flaunt fabulous sea views, but none have balconies. Free breakfast is included, although food reviews are mixed. Guests do rave about the views, the lovely terrace and pool area, and the superb location, but outdated common areas and unrenovated rooms can be a turn off. Travelers seeking a modern aesthetic throughout could try the Holiday Inn Santo Domingo.
Set right over the Malecon, opposite the sea, Hotel Napolitano is a mid-range option in a great spot, walking distance from the Colonial Zone, restaurants, and many sights. Its 65 rooms are gradually being renovated -- many with a chic contemporary look, while others remain outdated. Either way, they come with well-stocked minibars and most flaunt fabulous sea views, but none have balconies. Free breakfast is included, although food reviews are mixed. Guests do rave about the views, the lovely terrace and pool area, and the superb location, but outdated common areas and unrenovated rooms can be a turn off. Travelers seeking a modern aesthetic throughout could try the Holiday Inn Santo Domingo.
The seafront Hotel Catalonia is an upper-middle-range property catering to both the business and vacation set, with a solid list of on-site amenities, and exceptional, state-of-the-art meeting spaces. Though dated and out of sync with public spaces, its 228 rooms and suites are spacious and comfortable with huge windows framing gorgeous sea views. Guests appreciate the overall quality on offer here, with consistent praise for the breakfast buffet (though it costs extra), the spacious modern gym, solid casino, and chic Pearl lounge bar. Filigrama, the hotel's fine restaurant, caters well to gourmets, and families seem to love the pool. The central location, a short drive from the Colonial Zone, is also a highlight. Travelers seeking similar amenities with more contemporary rooms could try the nearby Renaissance.
The seafront Hotel Catalonia is an upper-middle-range property catering to both the business and vacation set, with a solid list of on-site amenities, and exceptional, state-of-the-art meeting spaces. Though dated and out of sync with public spaces, its 228 rooms and suites are spacious and comfortable with huge windows framing gorgeous sea views. Guests appreciate the overall quality on offer here, with consistent praise for the breakfast buffet (though it costs extra), the spacious modern gym, solid casino, and chic Pearl lounge bar. Filigrama, the hotel's fine restaurant, caters well to gourmets, and families seem to love the pool. The central location, a short drive from the Colonial Zone, is also a highlight. Travelers seeking similar amenities with more contemporary rooms could try the nearby Renaissance.
The Hotel Plaza Del Sol isn’t much to look at from the outside. However, a decent location and 28 well-appointed, apartment-style rooms — all with air-conditioning, kitchenettes, and flat-screen TVs — create a solid budget option for guests looking for a functional place to stay in downtown Santo Domingo. Aside from the tiny lobby lounge, there are no common amenities, and it can take up to 25 minutes to reach the Colonial Zone by car, depending on traffic. Fortunately, guests needn’t travel more than 10 minutes by car to find plenty of restaurants, shops, and bars. Although it’s pricier, Antiguo Hotel Europa includes free breakfast and a rooftop deck with excellent views of the city’s bustling Colonial Zone.
The Hotel Plaza Del Sol isn’t much to look at from the outside. However, a decent location and 28 well-appointed, apartment-style rooms — all with air-conditioning, kitchenettes, and flat-screen TVs — create a solid budget option for guests looking for a functional place to stay in downtown Santo Domingo. Aside from the tiny lobby lounge, there are no common amenities, and it can take up to 25 minutes to reach the Colonial Zone by car, depending on traffic. Fortunately, guests needn’t travel more than 10 minutes by car to find plenty of restaurants, shops, and bars. Although it’s pricier, Antiguo Hotel Europa includes free breakfast and a rooftop deck with excellent views of the city’s bustling Colonial Zone.
Antiguo Hotel Europa is a basic budget property that's in the Colonial Zone, near Santo Domingo's most popular tourist restaurants and shops, and the Conde Pedestrian Mall. All 50 rooms include flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, while upgraded categories feature mini-fridges and private, city-view balconies. However, the lack of windows in some rooms, limited restaurant service (breakfast only), and steep charges for extra guests are major drawbacks. The nearby Hotel Conde de Penalba offers identical amenities, plus a full-service restaurant/bar adjacent to Parque Colon, with similar nightly rates.
Antiguo Hotel Europa is a basic budget property that's in the Colonial Zone, near Santo Domingo's most popular tourist restaurants and shops, and the Conde Pedestrian Mall. All 50 rooms include flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, while upgraded categories feature mini-fridges and private, city-view balconies. However, the lack of windows in some rooms, limited restaurant service (breakfast only), and steep charges for extra guests are major drawbacks. The nearby Hotel Conde de Penalba offers identical amenities, plus a full-service restaurant/bar adjacent to Parque Colon, with similar nightly rates.
Weston Suites Hotel offers 94 spacious, modern rooms that are a clear step above most of the city’s other mid-range business properties. It's a central hotel, near malls along Avenida Winston Churchill, though the Colonial Zona can take up to 20 minutes to reach by cab. Rooms have polished decor plus a solid list of amenities including free Wi-Fi, beautiful bathrooms, large flat-screen cable TVs, and kitchenettes. As of late 2016, the hotel’s main common areas -- including the pool, spa, and gym -- were closed due to construction. The restaurant remains open -- with free breakfast daily -- even through heavy construction as well. Although pricier, BQ Santo Domingo by BQ Hotels offers a beautiful rooftop pool and a modern restaurant with alfresco dining.
Weston Suites Hotel offers 94 spacious, modern rooms that are a clear step above most of the city’s other mid-range business properties. It's a central hotel, near malls along Avenida Winston Churchill, though the Colonial Zona can take up to 20 minutes to reach by cab. Rooms have polished decor plus a solid list of amenities including free Wi-Fi, beautiful bathrooms, large flat-screen cable TVs, and kitchenettes. As of late 2016, the hotel’s main common areas -- including the pool, spa, and gym -- were closed due to construction. The restaurant remains open -- with free breakfast daily -- even through heavy construction as well. Although pricier, BQ Santo Domingo by BQ Hotels offers a beautiful rooftop pool and a modern restaurant with alfresco dining.
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial is a contemporary and relaxed boutique hotel in the heart of Santo Domingo’s tourist-friendly Colonial Zone. The two-and-a-half-pearl property has 54 rooms that vary in size, style, and amenities, but all feature free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and mini-fridges or minibars -- some even include balconies. The price is right here, and its central location just off the city’s El Conde pedestrian mall is prime, but features are limited. Azul Restaurant -- the property’s only social space -- serves Dominican fare day and night (including a free breakfast buffet), but there are no other features. Travelers seeking an even more budget-friendly option might consider the Hotel Conde de Penalba instead. It's just around the corner offers the same amenities, though the package is admittedly more rustic.
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial is a contemporary and relaxed boutique hotel in the heart of Santo Domingo’s tourist-friendly Colonial Zone. The two-and-a-half-pearl property has 54 rooms that vary in size, style, and amenities, but all feature free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and mini-fridges or minibars -- some even include balconies. The price is right here, and its central location just off the city’s El Conde pedestrian mall is prime, but features are limited. Azul Restaurant -- the property’s only social space -- serves Dominican fare day and night (including a free breakfast buffet), but there are no other features. Travelers seeking an even more budget-friendly option might consider the Hotel Conde de Penalba instead. It's just around the corner offers the same amenities, though the package is admittedly more rustic.