El Café Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Boca Chica Beach

Boca Chica Beach

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
Malecon showing general coastal views and a city

Malecon

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

Malecon
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 showing a lighthouse and a monument

Colon Lighthouse and Museum

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

Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Calle Las Damas

Calle Las Damas

4/5(1 review)

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.

Calle Las Damas

Blue Mall

During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can do some window-shopping at Blue Mall. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Blue Mall

Activities

Saona Island: Catamaran tour to a Dream Beach, all inclusive

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

AU$137
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

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

AU$131
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour

Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour

AU$128
per adult
Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour
Fantastic Adventure to Hidden Waterfall and Historical Cave

Santo Domingo: Hidden Waterfall & Historical Cave Adventure

AU$154
per adult
Santo Domingo: Hidden Waterfall & Historical Cave Adventure
Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio

Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio

AU$139
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Extreme Ziplines Full-Day from Juan Dolio
Ultimate Los Haitises Eco Tourism Adventure with Yanigua SPA

Los Haitises Eco Tourism Adventure with Montana Redonda and Yanigua SPA

AU$230
per adult
Los Haitises Eco Tourism Adventure with Montana Redonda and Yanigua SPA
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Our pick of the best El Café Hotel Deals

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 AU$154 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$154
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,313 reviews)
"Excellent 5 stars"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Dominican Fiesta Hotel
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
5 out of 5
Ave Sarasota 65, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
The price is AU$199 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$199
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,184 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Barceló Santo Domingo
Barceló Santo Domingo
4 out of 5
Maximo Gomez-Esq 27 de Febrero, PO Box 1915, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
The price is AU$142 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$142
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,290 reviews)
"Very nice excellent I have stayed there twice"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Barceló Santo Domingo
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
4 out of 5
Ave. Tiradentes #32, Corner of Gustavo Mejia, Santo Domingo
The price is AU$266 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$266
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great service"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Catalonia Santo Domingo
4.5 out of 5
Avenida George Washington No. 500, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
The price is AU$205 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$205
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,562 reviews)
"The building smells alot of humidity., room had a leak but was taken care of it right away 😄😃😀"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Aston Rubi City Suites
Aston Rubi City Suites
4 out of 5
Prolongación Gracita Álvarez, esquina Lic. Carlos Sánchez, Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo
The price is AU$139 per night from 20 June to 21 June
AU$139
20 June - 21 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Agora Mall and Sambil Santo ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
"The property is located in one of the most traditional and safe neighborhoods of the city. The staff was very friendly and professional. I will recommend this hotel"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Aston Rubi City Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around El Café

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Los Cacicazgos

While Los Cacicazgos isn't home to many top sights, Plaza de la Bandera and Santo Domingo Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Los Cacicazgos
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Mirador Sur

While Mirador Sur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza de la Bandera and Bella Vista Mall.

Mirador Sur
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Bella Vista

While there might not be top attractions in Bella Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall.

Bella Vista
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Evaristo Morales

While there might not be top attractions in Evaristo Morales, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Blue Mall.

Evaristo Morales
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La Julia

Unique features of La Julia include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia or Theater of Fine Arts while you're exploring the area.

La Julia
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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.

Piantini

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