Ciudad Universitaria Travel Guide

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

Rp1.561.683
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Banana Boat

Tour to Boca Chica and the Cave of Eden

Rp1.751.100
per adult
Tour to Boca Chica and the Cave of Eden
Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

Rp1.402.631
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

Rp963.105
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

Rp367.731
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
panoramic tour of the city of Santo Domingo

panoramic tour of the city of Santo Domingo

Rp1.316.025
per adult
panoramic tour of the city of Santo Domingo
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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
The price is Rp1.859.728 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
Rp1.859.728
Rp2.380.452 total
9 Oct - 10 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,103 reviews)
"Nothing unique"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Catalonia Santo Domingo
Hotel Santander SD

Hotel Santander SD

3 out of 5
Avenida Independencia No. 1107 Santo Domingo
The price is Rp394.653 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
Rp394.653
Rp505.156 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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.
6.6/10 (359 reviews)
"Excelente"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hotel Santander SD
Malecon Rooms & Hotel

Malecon Rooms & Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Av. Independencia 1111 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is Rp498.908 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp498.908
Rp638.566 total
6 Oct - 7 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.
7/10 Good! (37 reviews)
"Excelente servicio soli hay que mejorar el tema del parqueo pero es recomendable"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

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 Rp840.983 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
Rp840.983
Rp1.076.459 total
7 Oct - 8 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! (206 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 Rp1.608.620 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp1.608.620
Rp2.059.034 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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 Rp1.472.404 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
Rp1.472.404
Rp1.884.677 total
23 Oct - 24 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,169 reviews)
"The price for the region seems fair. The hotel needs updates and better attention to detail in cleaning. We experienced dirty glasses, overflowing water in the shower an overall lack of attention to detail."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

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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