Hotel Luis V  

In the heart of Santo Domingo, a boutique hotel steps from the presidential palace and within easy walking distance of the National Palace, Mercado Modelo and Hostos Park. It’s a handy base for exploring the old town and its historic monuments.

Refurbished in 2009, the property offers around 30 air-conditioned rooms with fridges, flat-screen TVs, safes and blackout drapes. Rooms open to terrace and garden views and feature private showers with complimentary toiletries. Communal areas are wheelchair accessible and reception is staffed 24/7; multilingual staff speak English, Spanish and French. Please note cots are not available.

Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout, a huge outdoor terrace and garden, plus a bar and restaurant set the scene. Relax in the massage room, belt out a tune at karaoke, or book excursions and airport transfers at the tour desk. On-site services include laundry, dry cleaning, an ATM and safe-deposit boxes.

A business center and meeting room can host board meetings or interviews. High-speed internet is available hotel-wide.

Whispers Restaurant and Zona 47 Café Bar serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with local Dominican flavors on the menu. Room service is available during limited hours and the bar keeps evenings lively.