Santo Domingo

A striking and stylish small hotel set in a restored convent, one of the oldest buildings in Santo Domingo’s atmospheric colonial zone. — The Telegraph

Only a block from Parque Colón, the Hodelpa Caribe is a convenient choice for those seeking modern comforts without the colonial vibe. — Lonely Planet

The 10-story hotel maintains its large guest rooms, which have been completely redone and given high-quality mattresses and dreamy, luxurious bedding. — Fodor's

What comes around goes around and after several evolutions, this deluxe, Malecón high-rise has once again been rebranded as a Sheraton hotel, as it was in the early 1990s. — Fodor's

Owner Lionel Biseau turned this circa-1920s townhouse into a lovely boutique hotel, with a second-floor veranda and patterned tile floors. Each room is unique, with minimalist good taste. — Fodor's

A contemporary landmark on the seafront, it manages to please businesspeople, convention attendees, and leisure travelers (the pool has sea views). — Fodor's

The best hostel in Santo Domingo. From the comfy dorm beds and courtyard hammocks to the superchill bar and dipping pool, this is a true travelers' paradise. — Lonely Planet

This charming oasis only a few blocks from the oldest cathedral in the Americas feels like a European pension. — Lonely Planet

This upscale marvel in Piantini is the Caribbean prototype for Holiday Inn's new line of properties for central urban zones. The business center located in the Level 2 Bar also serves creative tapas. — Fodor's