San Carlos Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A group of people on a concrete staircase in a park with trees and a clear sky.
A multi-level building with balconies, outdoor lighting, and a pool area.
A pool with wooden loungers and a table, surrounded by white walls and wooden balconies.
A cruise ship docked at a port with a historic stone wall and a dome structure in the foreground.
An aerial view of a city with a prominent bridge crossing a river, surrounded by dense urban development and greenery.

Stay near popular San Carlos attractions

Chinatown

8.8/10 (5 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinatown during your trip to Santo Domingo.
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Activities

Santo Domingo Full Day Tour From Punta Cana with Lunch & Cenote

Santo Domingo Full Day Tour From Punta Cana with Lunch & Cenote

NZ$142
per adult
Santo Domingo Full Day Tour From Punta Cana with Lunch & Cenote
Saona Island: Catamaran tour to a Dream Beach, all inclusive

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

NZ$157
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

NZ$9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

NZ$396
per adult
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

NZ$37
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

NZ$125
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
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Our pick of the best San Carlos Hotel Deals

Hotel Merey

Hotel Merey

3 out of 5
Calle Santome # 452 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$43 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
NZ$43
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Sambil Santo Domingo and Malecon are located ...
6.8/10 (524 reviews)
"Ssme breakfast 7 days a week"

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Hotel Merey
whala! boca chica - All inclusive

whala! boca chica - All inclusive

3 out of 5
Avenida Abraham Núñez Boca Chica Santo Domingo
The price is NZ$193 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$193
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Boca Chica. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,519 reviews)
"El parqueadero es muy estrecho"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Dominican Fiesta Hotel

Dominican Fiesta Hotel

4 out of 5
Av Anacaona 101, Esquina Cibao Oeste Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is NZ$196 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$196
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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
Catalonia Santo Domingo

Catalonia Santo Domingo

5 out of 5
Avenida George Washington No. 500 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is NZ$226 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$226
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (2,049 reviews)
"Buen servicio y buena higiene."

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Catalonia Santo Domingo
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 NZ$175 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
NZ$175
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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! (1,107 reviews)
"Un hotel cerca de todo"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Radisson Hotel Santo Domingo
Barceló Santo Domingo

Barceló Santo Domingo

4 out of 5
Maximo Gomez-Esq 27 de Febrero Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is NZ$188 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$188
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Barceló Santo Domingo
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Our guide on where to stay in San Carlos

Find the best San Carlos areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone archway with a flagpole and a clear blue sky.

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 arched entrances and a flagpole.

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.

A large, classical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and tropical plants.
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 Guibia Beach or Eduardo Brito National Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

San Carlos Travel Guide

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