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

฿2,945
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

฿3,640
per adult
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

฿1,820
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe

Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe

฿2,816
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More

Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More

฿2,847
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More
Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio

Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio

฿2,978
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio
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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 ฿2,848 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿2,848
฿3,645 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
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 ฿4,694 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿4,694
฿6,008 total
14 Sept - 15 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"One of the best hotels in the area! Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG

Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG

4.5 out of 5
Calle Las Mercedes #155 Santo Domingo Santo Domingo
The price is ฿5,128 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
฿5,128
฿6,564 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located ...
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
Boutique Hotel Palacio

Boutique Hotel Palacio

3.5 out of 5
Calle Duarte 106 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿2,268 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,268
฿2,903 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Location was great but lots of construction in front of the property. Hard to get to it, parking was also challenging but the staff was willing to help."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Boutique Hotel Palacio
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 ฿2,069 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿2,069
฿2,649 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
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! (795 reviews)
"Place is nice and convenient. There is no parking in the premises. You will find near by for additional pay. 50 pesos per hour."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection
Novus Plaza Hodelpa

Novus Plaza Hodelpa

3.5 out of 5
Calle El Conde, Esquina Hostos Santo Domingo
The price is ฿2,308 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿2,308
฿2,954 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (674 reviews)
"Loved the area that it’s situated , i didn’t like the beds are too small."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Novus Plaza Hodelpa
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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