Ciudad Universitaria Travel Guide

Santo Domingo

A coastal cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a large body of water.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent central boulevard, a waterfront promenade, and a dense urban area with high-rise buildings.
A large, symmetrical monument with a central staircase leading up to a platform with inscriptions.
A coastal area with rocky cliffs, palm trees, and a beach.
A coastal scene with a tree in the foreground and a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular Ciudad Universitaria attractions

Malecon

8.8/10 (2,755 reviews)
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
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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

฿2,979
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Saona Island: Full-Day Boat Tour with Buffet Lunch & Drinks

Punta Cana: Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour

฿1,747
per adult
Punta Cana: Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe

Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe

฿2,845
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe
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Top hotels in Ciudad Universitaria

Catalonia Santo Domingo

Catalonia Santo Domingo

5 out of 5
Avenida George Washington No. 500 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿3,499 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,499
฿4,478 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,039 reviews)
"The hotel has everything you could need. The rooms are clean, great ocean view, and the pool area is very nice."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Hotel Santander SD

Hotel Santander SD

3 out of 5
Avenida Independencia No. 1107 Santo Domingo
The price is ฿742 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿742
฿950 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Malecon and Centro Olimpico are located ...
6.6/10 (343 reviews)
"Santander is a very affordable place to stay and its location is great. The employees are really pleasant. You can’t ask for more at this cost."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Hotel Santander SD
City Caribbean Hotel Boutique

City Caribbean Hotel Boutique

3.5 out of 5
Calle Jose Contreras No. 28 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿1,923 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿1,923
฿2,462 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (202 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

City Caribbean Hotel Boutique
Dominican Fiesta Hotel

Dominican Fiesta Hotel

4 out of 5
Av Anacaona 101, Esquina Cibao Oeste Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿3,028 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿3,028
฿3,876 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo

Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo

4.5 out of 5
Presidente Gonzalez #10 Esq Tiradentes Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿3,179 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿3,179
฿4,069 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,094 reviews)
"The room had a mold smell."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo
Barceló Santo Domingo

Barceló Santo Domingo

4 out of 5
Maximo Gomez-Esq 27 de Febrero Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿2,896 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿2,896
฿3,707 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,509 reviews)
"Rented two more rooms for some of my relatives and they were all very satisfied with the stay. We will definitely stay at Barceló again."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Barceló Santo Domingo
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Where to stay in Ciudad Universitaria

Find the best Ciudad Universitaria 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 historic building with arched entrances and a flagpole.

Ciudad Colonial

If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

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 Guibia Beach or Palace of Fine Arts while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

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