Hodelpa Caribe Colonial

Hotels
8.4 (613 reviews)
Calle Isabel la Catolica número 159 , Santo Domingo , do

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Old furniture
High price for quality

Categories

Cleanliness
5.9
Numerous complaints about overall bathroom cleanliness and old, broken furniture.
Service
9.9
Staff is friendly and helpful; overall positive service experience.
Location
9.9
Excellent location in the heart of Zona Colonial, highly praised.
Room Quality
6.9
Rooms are reported as old, small, and not well maintained.
Amenities
7.9
Limited amenities mentioned; issues with air conditioning and plumbing.
Value for Money
7.9
Reported as expensive for the quality of the stay.
Food and Beverage
8.9
Food quality was generally appreciated; breakfast is praised.
Overall Experience
9.9
Mixed experiences, but many guests enjoyed their stay overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 20:25

Property Description

Modern Hotel in Colonial Zone

Luxurious Accommodations: The bright and air-conditioned guest rooms at Hodelpa Caribe Colonial are equipped with a stocked minibar, cable TV, and an in-room safe, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

On-Site Dining Experience: Indulge in the elegant Azul Restaurant and Bar offering a delicious breakfast buffet and a la carte menus for lunch and dinner, providing a delightful culinary experience without leaving the hotel premises.

Convenience and Relaxation: Guests can unwind on the sun deck's lounge chairs, enjoy concierge services, and explore nearby attractions like the Museum of Modern Art and National Theatre, making Hodelpa Caribe Colonial the perfect choice for your Santo Domingo stay.

Book now to experience luxury and convenience at Hodelpa Caribe Colonial in Santo Domingo Este.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 01:00 PM
Airport code: SDQ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 613 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.9
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 6.9
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 7.9
Food and Beverage: 8.9
Overall Experience: 9.9
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Zoilo Antonio family_with_children es
7
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Angie solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

La ubicación y el personal. Nos atendieron excelente.

Cons:

Diría que nada.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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JEROME solo_traveller us
10
It was AWESOME
Pros:

Staff Attendance & Knowledge of surrounding area.

Cons:

N/A

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
C
Conrad family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Staying here is like meeting with family and friendly. The location, the food , the service

Cons:

Having to leave

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Diez family_with_children ar
10
Pros:

Todo perfecto. Atencion excelente!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
H
Howard couple us
7
It’s was overall good
Pros:

Location and breakfast

Cons:

Bathrooms are too small

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Nadine solo_traveller us
6
Pros:

Hotel is very well located in the zona collonial but that also makes it quite loud in the night, as it's surrounded by bars playing music. Check in was good, although I was a bit surprised by room was not ready when I arrived at 3.30 p.m. Standard breakfast buffet included, which was decent but nothing special. This is a good stay for a pit stop.

Cons:

Some water is included but it was unclear which one. When I used the wrong water bottle in the room they charged me USD 5 for it, which is extortion. The rooms are a bit dated. They are very unflexible on the booking terms.

2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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Dayanna Galilea family_with_children gt
10
Pros:

Todo

2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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DavidR0138 Family New York City, New York
10
BEST HOTEL EXPERIENCE BYFAR!!
Pros:

I’m writing another review for this place because maybe the 1st time we stayed here we got lucky and received the ‘honeymoon’ aka white glove service treatment but NO, I was wrong. We stayed for two weeks and were treated the same way!
We arrived at around 5am on 12/26 due to our flight being delayed for more than a few hours. Immediately we were greeted and escorted to our room without hesitation and without any compilations that sometimes is received at hotels when checking in. The room was as well kept, stocked, clean and comfortable as I remembered it( and this went on for EVERY NIGHT), 5 stars to the cleaning staff as well. After a nice long needed rest, my wife and I went to eat at the hotel’s restaurant called AZUL. There’s no way that I can express in words that whoever reads this wouldn’t believe it. All I have to say is that you would just have to experience it for yourself. Chef Francisco is a magician. I honestly don’t want to be giving such high praise for him not to go elsewhere but he can last with the best of them! Every meal on the menu is delicious! Usually restaurants have their go to meals, this one is the WHOLE menu! The location of the hotel has many great restaurants around and we chose every night to eat at AZUL. Not only the food is amazing but their staff! Dignora, Iliana, Moises, Yanet, Admeri… when you want to talk about an All Star team, well here it is! Every day, either for their delicious breakfast buffet or whatever time you decide to eat, they are not only here to serve, but they aim to please and welcome you with love. I have never been to an establishment that I have received such love and we have been to many 5 star hotels in various countries and not one can compare to this Hodelpa. Some of the reviews I have read for this particular hotel I don’t agree with but just like the saying goes about
a-holes is just like an opinion, everyone has one. I’m not at all a telemarketer or get anything out of giving a good review but I feel people who have never been to DR and have no idea where to stay, please consider everything I wrote and TRUST me, you will not be disappointed. The ONLY disappointment that I have to admit about this hotel is leaving!

2026-01-08 via Tripadvisor
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RODOLFO solo_traveller cr
9
Pros:

Everything was good, including the breakfast.

Cons:

Customer support. They never answered my questions and promised me a shuttle service from the airport that wasn't actually available.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Emilio family_with_children pr
8
2026-01-03 via Nuitee
C
Castro couple do
9
2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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Geovanni family_with_children gt
10
2025-12-31 via Nuitee
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m0hamedaa Family Doha
2
Horrible hotel and worst Service Eder
Pros:

Getting a room was super slow, we made a reservation for a family of 4 and we got a room for 3, and restaurant service is horrible

2025-12-28 via Tripadvisor
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Gerard O'Donovan couple gb
8
Great Location- friendly staff
Pros:

Nice Hotel- Great location- you can walk everywhere in the old town

2025-12-25 via Nuitee
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Kelly extended_group co
9
2025-12-22 via Nuitee
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NorthStar611119 Family
4
Poor sleeping conditions.
Pros:

The cantina in front of the hotel was playing loud music past 3am. It also smelled like himidity. Nothing more to add…………

2025-12-13 via Tripadvisor
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Leo couple nl
10
2025-12-13 via Nuitee
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Michelle family_with_children mx
8
2025-12-12 via Nuitee
solo_traveller us
10
I had a good time in Santo Domingo and my hotel stay was very relaxing.
Pros:

The breakfast was delicious.

Cons:

Please provide turkey sausages or plant base sausages for breakfast

2025-12-12 via Nuitee