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Catalonia Santo Domingo

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, near Palacio de Bellas Artes

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
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In the heart of Santo Domingo, Catalonia Santo Domingo offers a tranquil oasis. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail at the poolside bar or treat yourself to rejuvenating spa services, and then savor full breakfast options. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff, this hotel near Centro Olimpico is perfect for relaxation.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • 24-hour business center

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$104 nightly
The total price is $133
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Master Suite Ocean Front

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 334 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ocean Front

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Panoramic Ocean Front Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Panoramic Ocean Front

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite Ocean View Triple Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Panoramic Ocean Front Triple Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Presidential Suite Ocean Front

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Ocean Front

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Ocean Front Triple Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 334 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite Ocean View Triple Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Ocean Front Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Ocean View Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite Ocean View Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ocean Front Triple Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 334 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Ocean View Triple Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Master Suite Ocean Front Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Ocean View Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ocean View Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Ocean View Triple Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ocean Front Single Use

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Ocean Front

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite Ocean View Single Use

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite Ocean View Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Ocean Front Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ocean View Triple Use

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Ocean Front Triple Use

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Ocean Front Triple Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite Ocean Front Single Use

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Presidential Suite Ocean Front Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Avenida George Washington No. 500, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10104

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Guibia Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Centro Olimpico - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Sambil Santo Domingo - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Blue Mall - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Santo Domingo (JBQ-La Isabela Intl.) - 37 min drive
  • Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ) - 39 min drive
  • Amin Abel Station - 13 min walk
  • Joaquin Balaguer Station - 13 min walk
  • Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station - 21 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Executive Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Filigrana Santo Domingo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Delipiky - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Parilla Steak House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Manguito Gourmet - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Catalonia Santo Domingo

Catalonia Santo Domingo puts you just a 5-minute drive from Malecon and Sambil Santo Domingo. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Filigrana, which is open for lunch and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. Public transportation is just a short walk: Amin Abel Station is 13 minutes and Joaquin Balaguer Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 228 rooms
    • Arranged over 21 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured onsite self parking (USD 5.00 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
    • Bus station shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
    • Casino shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Padel court
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 13 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (34746 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2005
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • 3 outdoor padel courts
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • MP3 docking station
  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

Filigrana - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Pearl Urban Lounge - This rooftop bar is located by the pool. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Gastro Wine Bar 500 - This gastropub specializes in Spanish cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Aromes Coffee & More - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 23 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 45.00 per vehicle
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle, ferry terminal shuttle, and bus station shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Beach shuttle, casino shuttle, shopping center shuttle, and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs USD 5.00 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The hotel requires payment in advance of arrival when booking more than 5 rooms.

Also known as

Catalonia Santo Domingo Hotel
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Catalonia Santo Domingo Hotel
Catalonia Santo Domingo Santo Domingo
Catalonia Santo Domingo Hotel Santo Domingo

Frequently asked questions

Does Catalonia Santo Domingo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Catalonia Santo Domingo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Catalonia Santo Domingo?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Catalonia Santo Domingo?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Catalonia Santo Domingo?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 5.00 per night.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Catalonia Santo Domingo?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 45.00 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Catalonia Santo Domingo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Catalonia Santo Domingo?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Jaragua (16-min walk) and Casino Diamante (18-min walk) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Catalonia Santo Domingo and nearby?

Catalonia Santo Domingo has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near Catalonia Santo Domingo?

Yes, Filigrana offers alfresco dining, Mediterranean cuisine, and ocean views.

What's the area around Catalonia Santo Domingo like?

Catalonia Santo Domingo is located on the waterfront in Ciudad Universitaria, a short 1-minute walk from Malecon and 8 minutes' walk from Guibia Beach. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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