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El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury resort with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Property amenity
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar
Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Royal Suite (Ambassador) | View from room
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym
The current price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Room options

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Royal Suite (Ambassador)

Royal Suite (Ambassador)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Ambassador Executive Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Royal Executive Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Executive Junior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ambassador Royal Junior Suite

Ambassador Royal Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Junior Studio Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Bella Vista, a neighbourhood in Santo Domingo, El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Blue Mall and Sambil Santo Domingo. Happyland and National Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
Ave Sarasota 65, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10110

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Blue Mall - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Agora Mall - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Sambil Santo Domingo - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Centro Olimpico - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Freddy Beras Goico Station - 4 min drive
  • Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albert's Licores - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Meson de la Cava - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Viralata - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jardin del Embajador - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

Luxury resort near Blue Mall
Take advantage of a casino, a poolside bar and a terrace at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel. For those looking to try their luck, this resort boasts 30 slot machines, a casino VIP room and 10 casino gaming tables. Treat yourself to a facial, a sports massage or a body scrub at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, light fare and international cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has designer shops on-site, a garden and a playground. In addition to a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in and 5 meeting rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk, a porter/bellboy and secured bike storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 289 rooms offer comforts, such as private indoor hot tubs and 24-hour room service, in addition to perks, such as premium bedding and pillow menus. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Art supplies and free infant beds
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 48-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 22 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cru Tapas & Wine Bar
  • El Jardin del Embajador
  • Las Cotorras Garden Bar
  • Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • 10 gaming tables
  • 30 slot machines
  • Bicycle storage
  • Casino (5,382 square foot of space)
  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Dining table
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 26,307 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Lift (68 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1956
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 22 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (return)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

El Embajador
Embajador
RENOVATED El Embajador Royal Hideaway Hotel Santo Domingo
Occidental El Embajador Hotel
Occidental El Embajador Hotel Santo Domingo
Occidental El Embajador Santo Domingo
Occidental Embajador
El Embajador Royal Hideaway Hotel Santo Domingo
El Embajador Royal Hideaway Hotel
El Embajador Royal Hideaway Santo Domingo
El Embajador Royal Hideaway
RENOVATED El Embajador Royal Hideaway Hotel
RENOVATED El Embajador Royal Hideaway Santo Domingo
RENOVATED El Embajador Royal Hideaway
RENOVATED El Embajador a Royal Hideaway Hotel
El Embajador a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Occidental El Embajador
Occidental El Embajador Santo Domingo
El Embajador, A Royal Hideaway
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Resort
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Santo Domingo
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Resort Santo Domingo

Frequently asked questions

Does El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel on 23 Aug 2025 start from AU$221.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

Checkout is at 1 PM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel located?

Located in Bella Vista, this luxury resort is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bella Vista Mall, Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia and La Obelisca. Fray Anton de Montesinos and Park of Three Eyes of Water are also within 1 mile (2 km). Heroes Center Station is 20 minutes by foot and Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station is 24 minutes.

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El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 941 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1227 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, dining especially breakfast, wonderful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful clean rooms and property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

melvin Alexander espinal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service very beautiful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

FRANK

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay here was amazing, very clean, nice ambiance, amazing staffs, breakfast food amazing. Would definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The garden is beautiful and the art in the hotel makes it unique . The pool area is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great, very attentive and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everybody was so nice and attentive. Will stay here again in the future, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every time I travel to Santo Domingo I stay in this place. It’s close to everything and hotel is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis Miguel Objio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hotel to stay while in Dominican Republic, no complaints, every time it just get better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bolivar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here we will definitely be coming back all around great customer service. Room was amazing and food and drinks were very good aswell.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all around
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

SAIYING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good facility, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Georges

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property vintage but nice, location is good and personnel friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept property. Front desk staff were friendly and fluent in English.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vianka

Loved the renovations!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds around the hotel were beautiful and well kept!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe and modern hotel. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JOSE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great stay, the AC was messed up they changed the room but after an half of hour of waiting at midnight so that was bit annoying other than that the hotel is great I would stay again 100 times
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience at this hotel. It’s very clean and truly feels like a resort experience. The spa is a must do!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025