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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana
Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio
Excursion to the Three Eyes Park and the Colón Lighthouse
Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana Full-Day
Top hotels in La Caleta
Four Points by Sheraton Santo Domingo
Nice staff and management. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 1 Dec, 2025
Hampton by Hilton Santo Domingo Airport
Great staff, especially at the bar and the restaurant. Cleaning person was on point with everything.
Reviewed on 5 Dec, 2025
whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Mi estancia en Whala boca chica fue amena, me gustaría mencionar la excelente atención desde recepción con Félix y la otra chica que no supe su nombre, así como la de el bellboy que fue absolutamente amable y muy útil en cuestión de información, posterior me gustaría mencionar también a las chicas ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
Catalonia Santo Domingo
The breakfast buffet has various options and is fresh. The staff in the restaurant are friendly and helpful. However, the hotel rooms need updates. Many features, such as the walls, windows, and bathroom look dated and are in need of minor repair.
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 1 Dec, 2025
Coral Costa Caribe Beach Resort - All Inclusive
In general, the resort is not bad, corresponds to its price. There were no evening shows (there were practically none), children's activities, in the evening restaurants, there was primitive food from the buffet. But, if we say that this vacation cost us half the price than the previous ones, then ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Caleta
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Miraflores
Check out the restaurants, casinos and live music while spending some time in Miraflores. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Sambil Santo Domingo or Centro Olimpico.
