Cristo Rey Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
Popular places to visit
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Calle El Conde
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.
Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe
Santo Domingo: City Boat Ride Adventure Guided Tour
Top hotels in Cristo Rey
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Had a Great Experience, smooth stay love the pool and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
W&P Santo Domingo
Overall very good
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Definitely a fine hotel. On this stay I did not like 2 things. I requested sea view and got a view of the back parking lot Also the Ambasador check in took one hour or so. I arrived at the hotel at 1 but was not allowed to check in. Then when I was finally allowed to check in it took forever. finally ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Barceló Santo Domingo
Great hotel with excellent staff
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cristo Rey
Viejo Arroyo Hondo
If you're spending some time in Viejo Arroyo Hondo, National Botanical Garden and Agora Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Santo Domingo Financial District
Spend some time visiting places like Blue Mall while getting to know Santo Domingo Financial District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Pedro Mir Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
Ensanche Naco
While there might not be top attractions in Ensanche Naco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto and Acropolis Center.
La Julia
Well liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Acropolis Center and Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto while you're exploring La Julia and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
