Santo Domingo

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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
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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
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Piantini

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

Piantini
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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Ensanche Naco

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ensanche Naco and surrounding area, you can visit Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto and Blue Mall.

Ensanche Naco
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (117 reviews)
"Great place to staying"

Reviewed on 22 January 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 Malecon are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (255 reviews)
"Everything was nice"

Reviewed on 16 January 2025

Central Park Tower
Hotel Veiramar
Hotel Veiramar
4 out of 5
511 Av. George Washington, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and private spa tubs. Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located ...
2/10 (2 reviews)
"Was never allowed to stay"

Reviewed on 30 December 2024

Hotel Veiramar
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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

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