Hostels in Santo Domingo

Stayed May 9th - 11th. The 12-bed dormitory is located next to the street and the street is quite loud at night time, so if you don't sleep easy, I don't suggest choosing that room to stay. They provided free breakfast in the morning (I think between 7 - 9ish) which consisted of pancakes, eggs, toast, some other foods I can't remember and coffee, water, and orange juice. There are several places...

I recently stayed at this hostel and had a great experience! The location is fantastic, and the staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect for meeting other travelers. While the hostel does need some investment in its structure, like fixing leaks, and improving cleanliness, it has great potential. The dorms are a bit humid, and the WiFi could be better...

Very cute and nice hostel! Staff are super friendly and from all over the world. You get to meet people from everywhere! Rooms are clean and reasonable for the price point. Located right next to the action in zone colonial. Very happy with my stay! Will come back again next time. WiFi is weak inside the room, which was fine for me but something to know. Best signal in the shared lobby. I had very...

If reviewing this place at the beginning of my trip to DR, I would fault it for lack of cleanness, broken lockers and perhaps some other petty deficiencies but having travelled around the island, I can say that this is the best (if not the only real) hostel in the country. Its common areas are incomparable and the host really understands traveller needs. Loved the tasty breakfast, reliable transport...

Island life hostel is at the end of Colonial zone and therefore perfectly located as you can walk safely through the city and reach everything in short time. It's close to china town for good food as well. Chris the owner and the people working here r really friendly and helpful to find busses or whatever you need. Only downside of the hostel is, that it's actually quite run down or not that well maintained...

A must stay if you’re visiting Santa Domingo. Very friendly staff and great owner. “Danny” the Scottish guy will give free salsa lesson from morning until night.

Right in the heart of the action, showers aren't clean and likely clogged with sand. Though the people you meet that are staying here make it great. Staff speak purely Spanish and depending on Google translate won't be your saving grace

Clean. Prime location for the area. We felt safe. Surprisingly it wasnt loud in the rooms considering that the balcony was open n the parties were like right there. The place was 35 but I got it for 25 through hotels. I think I'd even pay 35 if I had to tbh.

Good location, Walter very helpful, a bit noisy at night though

Luz is amazing! You can find her on Airbnb you will not be disappointed. Just put Zona Colonial in the search. I stay with her every time I'm in Dominican Republic been at her home about 8 times, I lost track. Her price is affordable about $18 USD and includes a delicious Dominican breakfast.

This family is amazing. She was so kind and so helpful. Loved the breakfast she made me and my boyfriend. We stayed here for NYE 2018 and we wouldn't have stayed anywhere else. Gracias senorita!!

Clean, friendly staff, good location. Paid $35 USD for room with AC. Good breakfast for $150pesos.

This is a very nice, comfortable accommodation in a very good location for exploring the Colonial Zone on foot. It is very reasonably priced and it is clean and well maintained.

Walter and staff their Great. I slways stay there cant soy enough.

The host made the trip. She was a good time. Good area..

Facilities were good. Nice to have AC. Staff was excellent!

Central location in the city, good service and very welcoming. Everything is walking distance.

Very comfortable to get all places and stuffs in Zona Colonial. Room clean and services work perfect. Staff very kind

Staff is helpful and location is great!

Really cosy place with nice stuff, but they dint speak English :( Rooms are spacious and clean. Bathroom is also clean and water in shower is hot. Downstairs is restaurant with nice menu which is perfect for breakfast. Great localisation in zona colonial :)

It's a wonderful place to be at. It's safe, calm, the staff it's great, and all the staff, lead by Raul and Rosa, make you feel at home. The rooftop terrace is amazing.

Excellent hostel. Rooms are small, but cheap (as one might assume). Staff are amazingly friendly and helpful. There is a rooftop bar. This hostel is in a PERFECT location, especially on Sunday nights, when there is dancing at the nearby monastery ruins until 10PM or so.

Great hostel with a very friendly staff! The balcony is a great spot to talk with other backpackers and to have a drink! The location is good, only a short walk to the center. I can really recommend this hostel :)

I loved the place.. Is close to everything in a safe area of the city..... The people that work there. Manolo, Gaudí, Santa and Raul are amazing.. Always willing to help you or put a smile in your face.

For the price this small hotel is a great deal. The location is fantastic, it is close to everything you may want. The staff is always friendly and attentive. The breakfast is just enough food and delicious. The coffee machine in the lobby I want to take home. The rooms are clean, nice hot water, AC, WiFi, Cable TV all stations, small fridge all good.

Awesome location. Limited breakfast selection. Average facilities.

Ok...cleaning ladies are nasty..I have to show her how to clean my bathroom, they don't even lift toilet seats up and clean under luckily I told her to.do that it was yucky like kmt OTHER WISE ROOMS LOCATION. OK

Good services, excellent, and reasonable prices.

Clean room with housekeeping often, quiet area with close access to a mini supermarket and a food and bakery diner.

Cheap, conviniant, and ok service. I recommend it.

Central location to go everywhere, we had a room with inner view, no street facing, which made it very quiet. We had a cold water dispenser just outside the room which was very useful and convenient. A/C worked very good, there's also a ceiling fan which was more than enough to cool the room down, so we did not see the need to use the A/C. Sunset view from the terrace was simply amazing, you can just...

Basic facilities but good rate in a very nice area

Renso, Joan, Flaco, and the rest of the staff whom I can't remember there names at this moment. Super nice & attentive. Definitely recommend this hotel.

Nice place to stay if you want to experience the real Santos Domingo and not resorts in the Dominican Republic. Staff are very good people but not always in a good mood. Be careful going out especially at night. Womens should not be going out alone or walk alone around the area. Internet needs improvement. Rooms are clean daily, just outdated but comfortable. Stay safe.

Cheap rates and nice hotel. The staff is great and helpful.

Have to bring your own towels only 1 per room . I guess if you have a guest can swim in ocean for shower. Room small but comfortable. Lack of power outlets. Quiet, great tv channels, has an elevator. Resteraunt is more like a small kitchen hard get breakfast with only 1 person working there. Airbnb pictures don't match the rooms, not as nice.

Pro: -safe area even at night, because just beside the militery area of the presidential palace, even at 10pm there is still a grocery open. - Breakfast is simple but good enough: toast with cheese and ham, coffee and a boiled egg. -Spacious and clean room, friendly staff, can refill drinking water. -500m walking to the gate of the colonial area. - Taxi stand is at the same street - Nice, spacious...

Only stayed a few hours while waiting to check-in to Airbnb. It served it's purpose. I didn't explore all of the facilities but just based on the room alone, I probably wouldn't stay long term. You get what you pay for.

Very nice 👌, happy 🎶 🎵 🎼 and 😊 foods 😋 is great 👍 happy😀 faces serving 💖 so 😍

Great location and the woman who runs breakfast is the sweetest! Book online ahead of time since it is cheaper and we had some issues when we didn’t. Great for the budget and location, but service and communication were lacking.

This is one of the most pleasant places in Santo Domingo, located across the street from the presidential palace, zona 47 bar in gazcue, is one of the safest bars in Dominican Republic. It's pleasant ambience and food and drink specials makes you want to come back over and over.

Located close to Condi and town center. Rooms large but not the cleanest. Staff friendly but have your google translate handy. Breakfast the same every day Eggs!

I just needed a place to crash for the night and other hotels were full. The room was elegant and comfortable. More than I needed for a price I was happy to pay, and breakfast was available at no cost. It is more affordable when reserving through Booking.com. Highly recommended.

I just stayed in these hotel for 2 nights in my way to Punta Cana and Las Terrenas. We couldnt ask for more. Great place for the price. Our room had a great AC with two comfortable beds, hot water, good wifi and a dicent breakfast. All of this for just US30. Also, you get free coffee anytime you ask for. The lady at the front desk ( a Venezuelan lady ) knows how to treat clients very well and answered...

Very clean. Very comfortable and convenient. Nice and helpful employees (doesn't know English). WiFi is slow (common problem in 99% of the hostels in DR). 15-20 minutes walk from Zona Colonial (you can use Uber as well which is cheap). SAFE and GOOD PRICE. Breakfast is very simple. There is hot water in the shower and GOOD A/C with no problems. The place needs to improve his connection with Booking...

Decent place rooms are cool with or without ac has an open sort of jacuzzi

The hotel very well and awesome people

Attractive for its price, clean, friendly staff, short taxi ride to old (historic) Santo Domingo, half minute walk to the sea. I've no complaints.

It is not 5 star but it is convenient as place for a good night sleep.

Very nice people's Great service

Affordable accommodation, we were just passing through after flying in late. Very friendly staff and close to the Colonial city.

Great Price 1,200 pesos a night. New management is in place. Very nice crew and the restaurant is has great food.

Great hotel , love the service , yes the menu is ok but the ambiance is private and unique close to the many restaurants and touristic sites ...will stay there again

Nice place. Good services, fair prices. I would recommend the hotel.

Good rooms , it could be considered a cheap hotel, but good

I am giving 4 stars to this location, because of good customer service.. Rooms clean, bathrooms clean. Nice balcony on the third floor to have a snack or a drink. They should not offer rooms without windows though. Hotel with a room with no windows is a no-no. The owner was very accommodating and switched us from at room to another for the same price.

Loved my stay here! Extremely clean place, comfortable beds, lovely balcony area, wifi worked great and friendly staff. Perfect location to walk to all the sites in the region. Went as a solo female traveler and felt very safe.

Terrific hotel, super friendly and helpful owners, super reasonable pricing and a very comfy bed. Couldn't be happier with my stay!

Not so cheap as its says. Guys were very polite. No windows. Good cleaning service.

This Hotel in the heart of Santa Domingo is absolutely beautiful. The room is clean and quite, the Manager & Staff are very polite and friendly. The Breakfast is delicious and more then enough 👍🏼 We came by Car and the Manager organized a secured parking lot for us. We would definitely come back for a stay in Santa Domingo 👌🏼

Beautiful decor, comfy rooms and 5+ star service. The breakfast beats the finest we have had anywhere in Europe. Highly recommend this place!

Highest standard hotel so far on my Dominicana trip. Stayed just one night though. Room clean and comfortable. Great breakfast. Walking distance to the main street and several historic places one must see. Easy recommendation for a 1-2 day stay on a sightseeing trip for someone looking for European level hotel.

Amazing charming little hotel, definitely worth more than 3 stars.The room was very comfortable and the location is great. I've had there the best omlette in my life :) And big thanks to the owner who is super friendly and helpful.

Excellent and welcoming service. The mattress and bed was excellent, especially the toilet was outstandingly clean. We lived before in this type of old colonial house reconstructed into a hotel, they cant redo their facilities as neat as villa colonial. The location was close to the main attractions , no noise at night(keep in mind its 2021, maybe because of covid?) And every part of this hotel is...

Beautiful little boutique hotel in the colonial zone. The breakfast is amazing

Nice and quiet place with all commodities nearby.

It's a room with a big bed, a toilet, with a TV, air conditioner. They give you towel, paper, soap. Not really expensive. It has an Italian restaurant downstairs ice cream shop too. Not too far from malecon where you can walk by the beach. I was upstairs with this view. I LOVE IT

This is my second year coming here and my second time staying at this hotel. Easy access. Staff is great and bilingual. The room is amazing though basic. No amenities such as shampoo or conditioner but I bring my own anyway. Very clean both times I've been here. The manager said they are working on a restaurant which would be super convenient. I definitely recommend this place 10/10

What could be missing is more than supplemented by hospitality. The place is beautiful and the colonial area is full of places to see, eat and drink. Craft purchases can also be an attraction

The people are very nice, the maids, the owner and the manager. Had great talks with them. Everything gets cleaned a lot. Only inconvenient thing is that you need to bother them every time you need to enter or exit the place. A great place to enjoy the city from.

the place is lovely, and the host and his son are very welcome. really enjoyed our conversations about the DR. breakfast served when you're ready in an nice, clean, white cloth table. would have spent the whole time there enjoying the house. I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 because our room did not have any window and it was poorly ventilated, so the humidity of the bathroom (ensuite and with no...

the place is lovely, and the host and his son are very welcome. really enjoyed our conversations about the DR. breakfast served when you're ready in an nice, clean, white cloth table. would have spent the whole time there enjoying the house. I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 because our room did not have any window and it was poorly ventilated, so the humidity of the bathroom (ensuite and with no...

Cozy, historical,greatly located! The hosts are super nice. Loved it

Loved this place. A beautiful refurbished aristocratic colonial house, a cool (air conditioned and ceiling fan) respite from cheaper hostels, with great value (40 dollars/night including breakfast, much cheaper than anywhere else I saw in Santo Domingo) plus the people running it at extremely nice, helpful, and friendly.

This was my second stay at this place. Once in 2022 and Once recently. My 2022 stay was after a severe injury being pushed off their roof. After a coma, they were helpful. Unfortunately, after I had to leave a few days after an accident, they refused to return the money for the month stay and the 5000 pesos for the food I wasn't able to receive because I was in the hospital in Florida. They shouldn...

Cozy place to rest and get to know the atmosphere

Nice personal, comfortable settings

Good location, great hospitality. Best rate for your bucks

It's room, nothing more. No table. Just a bed, a nightstand and a TV. Not a smart TV. Only cable. And the wifi signal did not reach my room consistently. This should never cost lore than 1,100 pesos to stay here.

Budget hotel but decent the staff was very attentive, overall good location,clean, and cheap... I'll be back if I need a place to crash when in town.

Cheap and decent are the two words I would use to describe hotel gazcue. Located in gazcue, it gives you easy access to zone colonial. Also the Malecon is not far away. The rooms are okay, there's a tv, bed, etc. There are much better alternatives, but if you're looking to save a few bucks and you don't mind staying in a 3 star spot by all means go for it. It's clean and the staff is really nice.

This is a great small hotel, with everything included. Air conditioner, smart TV, each room has a bathroom and much more.

One of the best guest houses that I've been in. Very competitive prices. Very kind and helpful staff. Very clean. the rooms are being cleaned every single day and the bath towels replenished every single day by a kind cleaning lady. If you are looking for an affordable, clean and comfortable lodging, I highly recommend hotel Gazcue.

Very clean hotel. It looked like it was recently renovated. Small comfortable rooms. Very helpful staff.