Zona Colonial Travel Guide

Santo Domingo

A historic stone archway with a flagpole and a clear blue sky.
A historic building with arched gateways, a statue, and a clear blue sky.
A brick pathway leading to a stone tower with an arched entrance, surrounded by ancient walls.
A historic building with arched entrances and a flagpole.
A flagpole with a flag, brick walls, and a clear blue sky.

Stay near popular Zona 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

฿2,971
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo

Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo

฿2,935
per adult
Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo
Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe

Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Bayahibe

฿2,838
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

฿1,836
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

฿3,042
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Los Tres Ojos, Boca Chica & More
panoramic tour of the city of Santo Domingo

panoramic tour of the city of Santo Domingo

฿2,504
per adult
panoramic tour of the city of Santo Domingo
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Top hotels in Zona 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 ฿2,869 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿2,869
฿3,673 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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 ฿5,969 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,969
฿7,640 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Best experienced ever! The best customer service, great breakfast! we really had the best time! perfect location!"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial

Hodelpa Caribe Colonial

3.5 out of 5
Isabel La Catolica No. 159 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿3,126 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,126
฿4,001 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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. ...
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
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 ฿5,849 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,849
฿7,487 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
"The staff was very accommodating and helpful, my husband and I felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout our stay at The Kimpton"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
Cataleya Hotel

Cataleya Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle Mercedes 52 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is ฿1,523 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿1,523
฿1,949 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
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 ฿2,707 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,707
฿3,465 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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 ...
Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection
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Where to stay in Zona Colonial

Find the best Zona Colonial areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 a circular plaza, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

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.

An aerial view of a large building with a dome, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a curved road.
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.

Zona Colonial Travel Guide