Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide

Santo Domingo

A historic building with a circular plaza, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A street lined with parked cars, palm trees, and buildings with balconies.
A metal sculpture of a cow in an urban setting.
A historic building with arched windows and a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by palm trees and flowers.
A historic stone building with flags, carved emblems, and large windows.

Stay near popular Ciudad Colonial attractions

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a statue, and ornate street lamps.

Calle El Conde

9.0/10 (1,642 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Saona Island: Catamaran tour to a Dream Beach, all inclusive

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

฿2,919
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo

Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo

฿2,883
per adult
Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe

Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe

฿2,788
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

฿1,804
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More

Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More

฿3,058
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More
Santo Domingo Small Group Walking Tour: Beer and Specialty Coffee

Santo Domingo Small Group Walking Tour: Beer and Specialty Coffee

฿1,645
per adult
Santo Domingo Small Group Walking Tour: Beer and Specialty Coffee
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Top hotels in Ciudad Colonial

Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham

Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham

3.5 out of 5
Arzobispo Merino No. 109, Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿1,919 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿1,919
฿2,457 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,139 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando

4.5 out of 5
Calle Las Damas Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿4,758 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿4,758
฿6,090 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"The pool area was amazing! The hotel had everything that was needed!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection

Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection

3.5 out of 5
Calle 19 de Marzo No. 164 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿1,999 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿1,999
฿2,559 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (808 reviews)
"Loved my stay and location was perfect. Short walk to most places."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection
Cataleya Hotel

Cataleya Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle Mercedes 52 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿1,499 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿1,499
฿1,919 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Cataleya Hotel
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial

Hodelpa Caribe Colonial

3.5 out of 5
Isabel La Catolica No. 159 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿2,879 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿2,879
฿3,685 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is located in a wonderful area, as it sits in the middle of restaurants, bars and historical sites. I walked everywhere! The appearance is okay, but rooms are very small (including bathrooms). The breakfast is very convenient but the area is packed with really cool cafes. Even though the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
Honky Tonk Colonial

Honky Tonk Colonial

3 out of 5
C. Arzobispo Portes Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,601 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿1,601
฿1,889 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews)
"Myt buenos empleados"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Honky Tonk Colonial
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Where to stay in Ciudad Colonial

Find the best Ciudad Colonial areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone archway with a flagpole and a clear blue sky.

Zona Colonial

Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral.

A densely built urban area with numerous high-rise buildings, a large body of water in the background, and some green spaces.

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.

A historic building with arches and columns, palm trees, and a paved courtyard.

Downtown Santo Domingo

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Santo Domingo. If sightseeing is on the list, Acropolis Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.

A large, classical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and tropical plants.
Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Open Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

Gascue

The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. 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.

A coastal city with a clear blue sea, a highway along the shore, and distant city skyline.

Las Américas

While there might not be top attractions in Las Américas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Aquatic Park.

Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide