Ciudad Universitaria

Santo Domingo

A coastal cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a large body of water.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent central boulevard, a waterfront promenade, and a dense urban area with high-rise buildings.
A large, symmetrical monument with a central staircase leading up to a platform with inscriptions.
A coastal area with rocky cliffs, palm trees, and a beach.
A coastal scene with a tree in the foreground and a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular Ciudad Universitaria attractions

Malecon

8.8/10 (2,755 reviews)
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
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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

S$114
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Banana Boat

Tour to Boca Chica and the Cave of Eden

S$128
per adult
Tour to Boca Chica and the Cave of Eden
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

S$6
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

S$27
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

S$102
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana

Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana

S$96
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
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Top hotels in Ciudad Universitaria

Catalonia Santo Domingo

Catalonia Santo Domingo

5 out of 5
Avenida George Washington No. 500 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is S$170 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
S$170
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,129 reviews)
"The room was functional, well serviced by the staff, topping up the drinking water and mini-bar, changing towels etc. Room service was efficient (food warm)."

Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2026

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Hotel Santander SD

Hotel Santander SD

3 out of 5
Avenida Independencia No. 1107 Santo Domingo
The price is S$36 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
S$36
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located nearby.
6.6/10 (363 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 18 Oct, 2026

Hotel Santander SD
Malecon Rooms & Hotel

Malecon Rooms & Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Av. Independencia 1111 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is S$42 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
S$42
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located nearby.
Malecon Rooms & Hotel
City Caribbean Hotel Boutique

City Caribbean Hotel Boutique

3.5 out of 5
Calle Jose Contreras No. 28 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is S$75 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
S$75
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (208 reviews)
"Rooms are clean. Good location. Very poor breakfast"

Reviewed on 15 Sept, 2026

City Caribbean Hotel Boutique
Dominican Fiesta Hotel

Dominican Fiesta Hotel

4 out of 5
Av Anacaona 101, Esquina Cibao Oeste Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is S$142 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
S$142
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Mauad Hotel Boutique & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals

Mauad Hotel Boutique & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals

4.5 out of 5
Calle Jose Maria Heredia No. 6 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located nearby.
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Mauad Hotel Boutique & Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
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Where to stay in Ciudad Universitaria

Find the best Ciudad Universitaria areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone building with arches and palm trees.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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