San Carlos Travel Guide

Santo Domingo

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Popular places to visit

Malecon which includes a city and general coastal views

Malecon

This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.

Malecon
Boca Chica Beach

Boca Chica Beach

5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Boca Chica Beach
Calle El Conde

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.

Calle El Conde
Columbus Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse and a monument

Colon Lighthouse and Museum

5/5(2 reviews)

Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.

Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral

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.

Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral

Chinatown

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinatown during your trip to Santo Domingo.

Chinatown

Things to do

Santo Domingo City Life Lunch and Transportation Tour

Santo Domingo City Life Lunch and Transportation Tour

£48
per adult
Santo Domingo City Life Lunch and Transportation Tour
Saona Island: Catamaran tour to a Dream Beach, all inclusive

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

£66
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

£59
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

£63
per adult
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour

Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour

£61
per adult
Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour
Cave Horseback Ride Distillery and Beach Guided Experience

Cave Horseback Ride and Beach Guided Experience

£66
per adult
Cave Horseback Ride and Beach Guided Experience
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Top hotels in San Carlos

Hotel Merey

Hotel Merey

3 out of 5
Calle Santome # 452, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
The price is £22 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£22
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Sambil Santo Domingo and Malecon are located ...
6.8/10 (457 reviews)
"La recepcionista es un amor muy atenta a los detalles, me o voy a llevar para mi negocio !"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Hotel Merey
whala! boca chica - All inclusive

whala! boca chica - All inclusive

3 out of 5
Avenida Abraham Núñez, Boca Chica, Santo Domingo
The price is £70 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
£70
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Boca Chica. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (2,064 reviews)
"It was like paradise"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Dominican Fiesta Hotel

Dominican Fiesta Hotel

4 out of 5
Av Anacaona 101, Esquina Cibao Oeste, Sector los Cacicazgos, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
The price is £78 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£78
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,406 reviews)
"Staff really friendly"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Dominican Fiesta Hotel
W&P Santo Domingo

W&P Santo Domingo

4 out of 5
Av Sarasota #53, Santo Domingo
The price is £104 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
£104
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"I loved"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

W&P Santo Domingo
Catalonia Santo Domingo

Catalonia Santo Domingo

5 out of 5
Avenida George Washington No. 500, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
The price is £93 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£93
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,595 reviews)
"Felt safe, it was quiet. Had a good gym and good restaurants along with 24hour room service. Rooms are very comfortable"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial

Hodelpa Caribe Colonial

3.5 out of 5
Isabel La Catolica No. 159, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
The price is £88 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
£88
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"It was nice"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
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Other neighbourhoods around San Carlos

Fort Ozama which includes heritage elements

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.

Zona Colonial
Alcazar de Colon showing a square or plaza and a city

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.

Ciudad Colonial
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Ciudad Nueva

When in Ciudad Nueva, you can plan a visit to Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ciudad Nueva
Plaza de la Cultura which includes a square or plaza

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 Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

Gascue
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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.

Ciudad Universitaria
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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.

Las Américas

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