Ciudad Universitaria

Santo Domingo

A coastal cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a large body of water.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent central boulevard, a waterfront promenade, and a dense urban area with high-rise buildings.
A large, symmetrical monument with a central staircase leading up to a platform with inscriptions.
A coastal area with rocky cliffs, palm trees, and a beach.
A coastal scene with a tree in the foreground and a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular Ciudad Universitaria attractions

Malecon

8.8/10 (2,755 reviews)
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
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Things to do

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

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

HK$698
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

HK$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

HK$628
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Colonial Zone: Historical Tour with a visit to the Columbus Lighthouse and Tres Ojos Park

Colonial Zone: Historical Sightseeing Tour with a visit to Columbus Lighthouse and Tres Ojos Park

HK$247
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Colonial Zone: Historical Sightseeing Tour with a visit to Columbus Lighthouse and Tres Ojos Park
From Punta Cana: Santo Domingo Full-Day City Tour

From Punta Cana: Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour

HK$549
per adult
From Punta Cana: Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

HK$432
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana
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Top hotels in Ciudad Universitaria

Catalonia Santo Domingo

Catalonia Santo Domingo

5 out of 5
Avenida George Washington No. 500 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$816 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
HK$816
HK$1,045 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Hotel Santander SD

Hotel Santander SD

3 out of 5
Avenida Independencia No. 1107 Santo Domingo
The price is HK$173 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
HK$173
HK$222 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located nearby.
Hotel Santander SD
Malecon Rooms & Hotel

Malecon Rooms & Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Av. Independencia 1111 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is HK$219 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
HK$219
HK$280 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located nearby.
Malecon Rooms & Hotel
City Caribbean Hotel Boutique

City Caribbean Hotel Boutique

3.5 out of 5
Calle Jose Contreras No. 28 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is HK$357 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
HK$357
HK$457 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (208 reviews)
"Rooms are clean. Good location. Very poor breakfast"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

City Caribbean Hotel Boutique
Dominican Fiesta Hotel

Dominican Fiesta Hotel

4 out of 5
Av Anacaona 101, Esquina Cibao Oeste Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is HK$601 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
HK$601
HK$770 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo

Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo

4.5 out of 5
Presidente Gonzalez #10 Esq Tiradentes Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is HK$625 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
HK$625
HK$800 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo
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Where to stay in Ciudad Universitaria

Find the best Ciudad Universitaria areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone building with arches and palm trees.

Zona Colonial

Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral.

A densely built urban area with numerous high-rise buildings, a large body of water in the background, and some green spaces.

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.

A historic building with arches and columns, palm trees, and a paved courtyard.

Downtown Santo Domingo

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Santo Domingo. If sightseeing is on the list, Acropolis Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.

A historic building with a circular plaza, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

Ciudad Colonial

If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

An aerial view of a large building with a dome, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a curved road.
Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Open Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

Gascue

The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

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