"History fills this 16th-century property, complete with a river-view pool, fine-dining restaurant and colonial décor throughout its rooms, lobby and lounges. " Full review

"With a history dating back more than 500 years, the buildings that house Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and now home to one of Santo Domingo’s most charming..." Full review

"This historic boutique hotel owned by the French Accor group was sculpted from the residence of the first governor of the Americas. Colonial-style rooms have canopied queen-size beds and tall ceilings." Full review

"Even heads of state must get a thrill when they learn they’re sleeping in the former home of the first governor of the Americas." Full review

"Combines colonial-era atmosphere with contemporary luxury-hotel comforts — some rooms contain original stone walls or rehabilitated timber ceilings and all feature tile floors and other stylistic nods" Full review