Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide

Santo Domingo

Sculptures made by Dominican artists at the colonial city in Santo Domingo.
Sculptures made by Dominican artists at the colonial city in Santo Domingo.
This was originally Cristobal Colon (Christopher Columbus' home) home before he died.  His son Diego Colon, living in the home with his family
Templo De San Ignacio De Loyola Iglesia De La Compania De Jesus (Pateon De La Patria) photo 2
Templo De San Ignacio De Loyola Iglesia De La Compania De Jesus (Pateon De La Patria) photo 4  Hitler gave the Dominican Tyrant of the time, Trujillo these gifts, a cross window gates.  If you look closes, you will see its not Crosses, its the Nazi sign disguise as Crosses.

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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.296.190 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
2.296.190 ₫
2.939.071 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (949 reviews)
Lo mejor que tiene El hotel es su Staff , son amables y muy profesionales, sin buenasatenciones no hubiese sido una experiencia tan agradable, la ubicacion perfecta.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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 4.642.721 ₫ per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
4.642.721 ₫
5.942.579 ₫ total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (1,005 reviews)
The roi

Reviewed on 31 Jan 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 2.407.048 ₫ per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
2.407.048 ₫
3.081.022 ₫ total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
The hotel couldn’t be better located. It’s close to every beautiful place in the city. Besides, it is a very cozy and pretty. My room was clean. The personnel is very friendly and helpful. If you need a tour, they can help you with that as well. 100% recommended.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

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 4.258.424 ₫ per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
4.258.424 ₫
5.450.783 ₫ total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
We really enjoyed the rooftop pool with cocktail service. Restaurants & staff were great. It was clean with modern decor aesthetic. Happy with our choice to stay here and would recommend.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
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
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! (722 reviews)
Great location. The room wasnt very clean, smelled moldy and had mold in the shower. Had no blackout drapes, was very hard to sleep with light right outside. Slow service at breakfast and did not have all the options listed. Kids were excited about the hot tub, however it was empty. Texted the concierge ...

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection
Honky Tonk Colonial

Honky Tonk Colonial

3 out of 5
C. Arzobispo Portes Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is 1.426.000 ₫ per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
1.426.000 ₫
1.682.680 ₫ total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
The staff is excellent.The rooms are clean and just what you're looking for unless you're looking for frills. Breakfast was freshly made, hot and delicious. And only a five minute walk to old colonial area.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Honky Tonk Colonial
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Colonial

Fort Ozama which includes heritage elements

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.

Zona Colonial
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Ciudad Nueva

When in Ciudad Nueva, you can plan a visit to Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ciudad Nueva
Plaza de la Cultura which includes a square or plaza

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 Eduardo Brito National Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

Gascue
Aerial view of Santo Domingo este. The Autopista Las Americas along the rocky shore of turquoise caribbean sea. Expressway from the Punta Cana to the capital of Dominican Republic

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 Parque Acuatico.

Las Américas
Rio Ozama, Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo, República Dominicana.

Ciudad Universitaria

Travellers choose Ciudad Universitaria for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station and check out top sights like Guibia Beach.

Ciudad Universitaria
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Alma Rosa

While Alma Rosa isn't home to many top sights, Megacentro Mall and Colon Lighthouse and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Alma Rosa


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