Zona Colonial

Santo Domingo

A historic stone building with arches and palm trees.
A covered walkway with stone arches and a tiled floor.
A street with a clock tower, buildings with balconies, and trees lining the sidewalk.
A coastal cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent church, and a view of the sea.
A stone corridor with arches and a tiled floor.

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

S$114
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo Full Day Tour From Punta Cana with Lunch & Cenote

Santo Domingo Full Day Tour From Punta Cana with Lunch & Cenote

S$121
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Full Day Tour From Punta Cana with Lunch & Cenote
Banana Boat

Tour to Boca Chica and the Cave of Eden

S$128
per adult
Tour to Boca Chica and the Cave of Eden
Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo

Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo

S$112
per adult
Saona Island Tour from Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

S$27
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch and Pickup

Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch and Pickup

S$118
per adult
Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch and Pickup
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Top hotels in Zona Colonial

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando

4.5 out of 5
Calle Las Damas Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is S$224 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
S$224
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The hospitality shown by the hotel management was poor. Although I had booked and paid for a double room for two people (including breakfast), I was not permitted to bring a companion—whom I had met on the street—into the hotel. I would have been required to pay an additional $60. Lengthy discussions ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov, 2026

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
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 S$124 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
S$124
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 Caribe Colonial

Hodelpa Caribe Colonial

3.5 out of 5
Isabel La Catolica No. 159 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is S$190 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
S$190
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Breakfast was fantastic. Parking lot very small, get there early if you want to park."

Reviewed on 12 Nov, 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 S$300 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
S$300
29 Nov - 30 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 ...
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
Cataleya Hotel

Cataleya Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle Mercedes 52 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is S$75 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
S$75
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (458 reviews)
"For vacation time the place is excellent in the center of the city with tons of things to do. I do not recommend if you go on business. Internet is not reliable"

Reviewed on 10 Nov, 2026

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 S$119 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
S$119
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 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.

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.

Zona Colonial