The Luxury Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in November 2022. Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Santo Domingo. I hope you will like it!
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1 InterContinental Real Santo Domingo by IHG Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
Real InterContinental Santo Domingo is located in Downtown Santo Domingo, in the Piantini district, just across the street from Acropolis Centre. The Blue Mall is 700 metres away. The hotel features an infinity pool on the 3rd floor.
All guestrooms have streaming speed internet, soundproof windows, total blackout curtains, bedding with 300 thread Egyptian cotton sheets, alarm clock with mobile docking station and more features for your comfort.
Guests can enjoy 3 unique concept restaurants: The Market, Factory Steak & Lobster and NAU Sushi Lounge. This hotel also features 2 bars: Van Gogh Bar and Blu pool bar & lounge. Spa InterContinental offers world class services, while the hotel’s state of the art fitness center overlooks the city and the outdoor infinity pool.
The Zona Colonial is 6.5 km away and Las Americas Airport is 29 km from the property. The property is located in the heart of business and entertainment among mayor corporate centers, shopping malls, restaurants and bars.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $578.
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2 El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
Conveniently situated near Santo Domingo’s bustling commercial and business districts, El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel treats each guest with the pomp and circumstance befitting of worldly diplomats.
With stunning views of the Dominican Republic’s capital city and the comforting calm of a lush residential neighbourhood, El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel features stylish guestrooms furnished with all the modern conveniences.
Business and leisure travellers alike will appreciate the personalised service on The Ambassador Level Lounge as well as the luxuriant and highly-attentive service of The Royal Club as well as an exciting casino on site.
The pool will not be available from January 26 to February 2 due to maintenance work.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $428.
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3 Holiday Inn Santo Domingo by IHG Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
Located in the heart of Santo Domingo's business district, the Holiday Inn Santo Domingo by IHG offers a modern and comfortable stay, ideal for both business and leisure travelers. Just minutes from attractions such as the National Botanical Garden, the National Theater, Ágora Mall, and Blue Mall, this hotel features contemporary rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, coffee makers, and, in the suites, a microwave and living room.
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Aromas Restaurant, cocktails at the bar, or relax on the terrace with an outdoor pool and city views.
The hotel also offers a 24-hour gym, sauna, spa, business center, meeting rooms, free parking, and pet-friendly rooms. Attentive and professional service is one of the most highly rated features by guests.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $407.
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4 Catalonia Santo Domingo Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
The Catalonia Santo Domingo is a sensational 21-storey building that is located oceanfront at George Washington Avenue, 30 minutes from Las Americas International Airport and only a few minutes away from colonial zone.
All rooms are decorated according to the business customers demands and offer free high speed WiFi. Rooms are equipped with a TV. Views of the sea, pool or city are featured in certain rooms. The facilities are complemented with several areas from which you can also enjoy a splendid view: fitness area, restaurant and bars.
The views of the Caribbean Sea and the outdoor pool on the 7th floor are the combination for a holiday or a business trip. The hotel has a meeting space of 3228 square meters . You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.
The hotel is located in the Malecon, Blue Mall is 3.3 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $355.
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5 Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo by IHG Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
Located right on the Malecon seafront boulevard, the Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo features an outdoor pool and whirlpool, a casino and a spa. Each stylish air-conditioned room offers sea views and free Wi-Fi. The beach is a 35 minutes drive away.
Rooms at the Crowne Plaza have elegant contemporary décor and feature a flat-screen TV, work desk and sofa. A coffee maker and minibar are provided, while the modern bathrooms include toiletries, bathrobes and slippers.
Fine dining is available in the Nabu restaurant, while Kaffetto’s café serves pastries and coffee. There is a pool bar and a lobby bar where you can enjoy music and cocktails. Room service is available 24 hours a day.
Guests at the Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo have free access to the 24-hour gym and business centre. Free parking is available on site.
Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone and the main financial district are just a 5-minute drive from the hotel. Las Americas Airport is a 25-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $389.
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6 Casas del XVI Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
Set 400 meters from Santo Domingo Cathedral in the Colonial Zone, Casas del XVI offers stylish rooms, a garden terrace and a lounge area. Free Wi-Fi and free continental breakfast are included.
Each bright room at Casas del XVI features elegant décor, a flat-screen TV and a fan. Offering either a queen size bed or a king size bed, some rooms feature a shower while others a bathtub.
Casas del XVI is just 250 metres from the shops and pavement cafés of the famous Conde Street. It is also a 5-minute walk from various restaurants and bars, including the Hard Rock Cafe Santo Domingo.
Free parking is provided, while the concierge can help arrange restaurant bookings and activities in the surrounding area. Boca Chica Beach and Las Américas International Airport are within a 30-minute drive.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $829.
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7 JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
JW Marriott Santo Domingo is an elegant venue fully equipped with a concierge desk, gift shop, currency exchange services, an indoor pool and a restaurant. This smoke-free hotel has free Wi-Fi.
All the rooms and suites have an elegant décor and feature spacious bathrooms, some of them include a bath. Cable and satellite TV is available, along with air conditioning and a sofa.
The hotel also has a fitness centre, fully equipped meeting facilities, luggage storage and ticket services. Grocery shopping services can also be provided, and coffee and tea are available in-room.
Ensanche Naco District is 2.5 km from JW Marriott, while Las Americas International Airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $650.
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8 Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
Located in Santo Domingo, 100 metres from Puerto Santo Domingo, Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando features an oudoor pool in a luxurious renovated historical building. Guests can enjoy local cuisine in the on-site à la carte restaurant.
The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. For your comfort, you will find slippers a bathrobe. Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando features free WiFi .
You will find a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. Guest have access to the fitness entre and business facilities.
You can play billiards or relax in the library at this hotel, Mercado Modelo is 800 metres from Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando, while Malecon is 2.2 km from the property. Las Americas Airport is 23 km away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $510.
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9 Billini Hotel, Historic Luxury Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
This boutique Santo Domingo Billini Hotel is 650 metres from Puerto de Santo Domingo and Playa Montesinos. Features include free WiFi in all areas, an outdoor pool, and on-site restaurant.
A flat-screen TV, minibar, and coffee machine. Some suites have a hot tub.
A fitness centre and 24-hour concierge are on site for added convenience. A business centre with fax and photocopy services is available.
Castil Restaurant serves local Caribbean cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The hotel is 600 metres from Mercado Modelo, 700 metres from Puerto Santo Domingo, and 1.6 km from Malecon. Las Americas Airport is 25 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $405.
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10 Barceló Santo Domingo Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
Located in the old quarter of Santo Domingo, the Barceló Santo Domingo offers convenient amenities and easy access to the capital's beautiful monuments. Free parking is offered and Las Americas International Airport is just a 25-minute drive away. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.
Barceló Santo Domingo features a warm and welcoming casino. Play some favorite table games or slots while listening to the music of the Lina Big Band.
Appreciate stress-free planning with Santo Domingo Barcelo's event coordinating service. After a long day of exploring, take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub.
The National Theater of Santo Domingo as well as shopping malls like Agora Mall and Sambil are within 500 meters from the property.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around $260.
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11 Sheraton Santo Domingo Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Stay in the heart of Santo Domingo.
This hotel is set in the George Washington seafront, just 2 km from the historic Colonial City Centre. It features a swimming pool, a spa and a views of the Caribbean Sea.
Each elegant room at Sheraton Santo Domingo has air conditioning and floor-to-ceiling windows. All rooms offer a laptop safe and flat-screen cable TV. Free Wi-Fi is available in some rooms.
The restaurant offers breakfast and lunch buffets, as well as à la carte dinner. Guests can also relax and listen to music in the lobby bar.
The pool’s furnished terrace and the garden are open to all guests at Sheraton Santo Domingo. A fitness center, sauna and gift shop are also available.
The Sheraton Santo Domingo is less than 10 km from the National Aquarium; The Columbus Lighthouse is less than 15 minutes' drive away and Las Americas International Airport is 30 minutes' drive away.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $121.
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12 Dominican Fiesta Hotel Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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Located in Santo Domingo and next to Mirador Park, this hotel features an outdoor pool with swim-up bar, and a recently renovated convention center. It offers comfortable rooms, a 10-minute drive from the city centre. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
The hotel has a number of bars and a rooftop lounge with ocean views, where there is live jazz music every Friday. The restaurant serves international cuisine and offers show cooking. There are buffet and à la carte options.
The Dominican Fiesta Hotel also features a gift shop. The front desk staff can help guests arrange tours and excursions to popular sites, including museums and historic churches.
Guest review score 7.5,
rooms from around $172.
I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!
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