Title: Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide: Best of Ciudad Colonial, Santo Domingo Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ciudad Colonial](https://expedia.co.uk/Ciudad-Colonial-Santo-Domingo-Hotels.0-n636169632501526528-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santo Domingo](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santo-Domingo.d180024.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santo Domingo](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santo-Domingo.d180024.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ciudad Colonial Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ciudad-Colonial.d636169632501526528.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ciudad Colonial Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ciudad-Colonial.d636169632501526528.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide ## Santo Domingo ![Sculptures made by Dominican artists at the colonial city in Santo Domingo.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/8190728e-b37f-48a5-8122-92d0c25b7963.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sculptures made by Dominican artists at the colonial city in Santo Domingo.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/8190728e-b37f-48a5-8122-92d0c25b7963.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This was originally Cristobal Colon (Christopher Columbus' home) home before he died. His son Diego Colon, living in the home with his family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/918d0770-fb88-4384-8979-28a122456504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Templo De San Ignacio De Loyola Iglesia De La Compania De Jesus (Pateon De La Patria) photo 2](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/0e660b28-606c-4338-8011-9429afedbb65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/88d7c649-db4e-49f2-8ad3-2c7aeee92643.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ciudad Colonial Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santo Domingo travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Domingo.dx180024) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Chicharrón y Casabe....crispy pork belly with wasakaka sauce. Absolute treat! #trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/1c7f6453-4154-46bf-b21a-8aabc2899928.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Calle-El-Conde-Santo-Domingo.d553248635997993061.Attraction) ![Templo De San Ignacio De Loyola Iglesia De La Compania De Jesus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/0e660b28-606c-4338-8011-9429afedbb65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Calle Las Damas 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Calle-Las-Damas-Santo-Domingo.d6227101.Attraction) ![Beautiful cathedral in Santo Domingo 🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴😍😍😍](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/3d9f57c4-2311-4182-ab29-08d086bc552e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Columbus Park 4.5/5(8 reviews) Columbus Park is just one of the places to see in Santo Domingo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parque-Colon-Santo-Domingo.d507557.Attraction) ![Alcazar de Colon featuring a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502665/e0620a1a-6a2a-49b5-b0df-a62fbd043d25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcazar de Colon 4/5(5 reviews) Walk the same halls that were once paced by the son of Christopher Columbus in this stunning preservation of Spanish colonial architecture. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alcazar-De-Colon-Santo-Domingo.d502665.Attraction) ![Fort Ozama featuring heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072799/6de8b0a2-ab75-4300-be42-2cb457f09813.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ozama Fortress 5/5(2 reviews) The oldest military structure in the New World, this imposing fort is the site from where the Spanish launched several key colonial conquests in the Americas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ozama-Fortress-Zona-Colonial.d6072799.Attraction) ![Nicolas De Ovando](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3115/c826154a-7fa1-4b1b-b824-9030814aae85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza de España Learn about the local history of Santo Domingo when you take a trip to Plaza de España. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Espana-Santo-Domingo.d553248621533158132.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Saona Island: Full-Day Boat Tour with Buffet Lunch & Drinks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4578744/5ce8b2f5-538d-44c8-9dd6-e3827df0b119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Saona Island: Full-Day Boat Tour All Inclusive £63 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/saona-island-full-day-boat-tour-all-inclusive.a4578744.activity-details) ![Saona Island: Catamaran tour to a Dream Beach, all inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48763988/46212038-ab99-4f3b-9e04-69c82dbe9475.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach £66 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/saona-island-catamaranspeedboat-tour-to-a-dream-beach.a48763988.activity-details) ![Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch, open bar, Pickup](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48788582/6abd9008-119d-477e-99bd-728d6a3e8b1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Saona Island Tour From Santo Domingo with Lunch, Open Bar, Pickup £68 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/saona-island-tour-from-santo-domingo-with-lunch.a48788582.activity-details) ![Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45686903/cc9ddc6f-f05a-4ce4-9215-887e921ab737.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana £48 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-santo-domingo-city-tour-history-of-the-caribbean-from-punta-cana.a45686903.activity-details) ![Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/622264/6b29539b-5e77-4c52-ab19-69f79c3d2082.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch £53 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santo-domingo-historical-day-trip-from-punta-cana-with-lunch.a622264.activity-details) ![The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46135120/24f318c5-8dfa-4443-af95-0d10ddf47541.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience £4 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-battle-of-santo-domingo-4d-experience.a46135120.activity-details) [See all activities in Santo Domingo](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santo-Domingo.d180024.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Ciudad Colonial ![Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29310000/29301200/29301156/b54c6b80_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham Arzobispo Merino No. 109, Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £78 23 Feb - 24 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! (957 reviews) Clean room and nice staff and services Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=29301156&PinnedHotelID=29301156&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=636169632501526528) ![Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16210000/16203100/16203001/w3837h2563x3y0-43f4ccce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando Calle Las Damas Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional £186 11 Feb - 12 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) Great location, beautiful building, and very helpful staff Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=16203001&PinnedHotelID=16203001&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=636169632501526528) ![Hodelpa Caribe Colonial](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921800/921747/7a31e3fc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hodelpa Caribe Colonial Isabel La Catolica No. 159 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional £87 11 Feb - 12 Feb 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=921747&PinnedHotelID=921747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=636169632501526528) ![Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103390000/103384000/103383987/cf9acab1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG Calle Las Mercedes #155 Santo Domingo Santo Domingo £153 24 Feb - 25 Feb 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=103383987&PinnedHotelID=103383987&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=636169632501526528) ![Honky Tonk Colonial](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110280000/110278900/110278861/90c7f0ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Honky Tonk Colonial C. Arzobispo Portes Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional £46 13 Feb - 14 Feb 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=110278861&PinnedHotelID=110278861&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=636169632501526528) ![Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/15000000/14991000/14990976/a7f4e292_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection 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! (726 reviews) La ubicación Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=14990976&PinnedHotelID=14990976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=636169632501526528) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=14990976&PinnedHotelID=14990976&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=636169632501526528) [See all 2,721 properties in Ciudad Colonial](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=636169632501526528) 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. ## Check Ciudad Colonial hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=636169632501526528&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=636169632501526528&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=636169632501526528&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=636169632501526528&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=636169632501526528&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=636169632501526528&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=636169632501526528&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=636169632501526528&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Colonial ![Fort Ozama which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072799/210ee270-6bc1-4557-812d-aa0fcb47d90f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona Colonial 4.5/5(14 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Domingo-Zona-Colonial.dx6359660) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Domingo-Ciudad-Nueva.dx553248635976398942) ![Plaza de la Cultura which includes a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507550/a4952f0d-e9b1-4920-a31d-d9a8557ad68f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gascue 5/5(3 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Domingo-Gascue.dx553248633981711421) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975438237/fc80eea2-4daa-4dd8-8987-8fcb8cc0592b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Domingo-Las-Americas.dx553248635975438237) ![Rio Ozama, Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo, República Dominicana.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248632296957868/b07537f7-61ee-4c3d-b61c-da94d9af4f17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciudad Universitaria 4/5(3 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Domingo-Ciudad-Universitaria.dx553248632296957868) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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