El Portal Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
Visit El Portal
Things to do

Mountain Zipline Adventure from Punta Cana

Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio

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

Reef Explorer - Stingrays, Snorkeling & Massage

Santo Domingo City Tour with Three Eyes Cenote and Lunch from Punta Cana

Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe
Top hotels in El Portal

Dominican Fiesta Hotel

Catalonia Santo Domingo

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
"Todo estuvo súper bien. Excelente ubicación cerca de supermercado y restaurante y mall, la Picina excelente solamente que cierran a las 7 pm y la habitación excelente, siempre tienen muchas actividades que no pertenecen al hotel y siempre hay muchas personas"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo
"Yo tome una habitación aparta hotel. Está bien para muchas personas porque tiene una sala con sofá y una mini cocina y un comedor, pero le falta más iluminación a la Sala, comedor Y la habitación muy oscura y a mi no me Gusta la oscuridad. Además pasamos mala Noche porque el aire acondicionado estaba ..."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Barceló Santo Domingo

Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino
"My second stay. Attentive staff. Everyone pleasant and helpful. Will stay again."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
Where to stay in El Portal

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.

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, Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.

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.

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.














