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Hotel Discovery

3.0 star property
Travelers can relax on the rooftop terrace with sweeping city views or rejuvenate in the spa tub at this downtown urban retreat

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Hotel Discovery, in downtown's center, offers relaxation and connection. Enjoy the spa tub, outdoor pool, or rooftop terrace with city views. Free in-room WiFi and an on-site restaurant are included, all conveniently near Columbus Park.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Traditional Triple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Located in Zona Colonial, a neighbourhood in Santo Domingo, Hotel Discovery is near the airport and on the boardwalk. Alcazar de Colon and National Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Blue Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Centro Olimpico or Quisqueya Stadium. Visit our Santo Domingo travel guide
Map
Calle Arzobispo Nouel # 402 Zona Colonia, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10210

What's nearby

  • Chicharrón y Casabe....crispy pork belly with wasakaka sauce. Absolute treat! #trovember
    Calle El Conde
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dominican Republic showing tropical scenes, a sunset and cruising
    Malecon
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Beautiful cathedral in Santo Domingo �🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴😍😍😍
    Columbus Park
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alcazar de Colon which includes heritage elements and bird life
    Alcazar de Colon
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Joaquin Balaguer Station
    3 min drive
  • Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Grand's Paco's Cafeteria & Bar
    1 min walk
  • La Tradición
    2 min walk
  • Pollo Rey
    4 min walk
  • EseDeKu
    5 min walk
  • Skull & Basic's Coffee Shop
    5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Discovery

Hotel near Columbus Park
Located close to National Palace and Alcazar de Colon, Hotel Discovery provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Free newspapers, tour/ticket information and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Discovery include comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and rainfall showers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and heated floors

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 3 for adults and USD 3 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Griddle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heated floor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 3 for adults and from USD 3 for children
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Discovery Santo Domingo
Hotel Discovery
Hotel Discovery Santo Domingo
Hotel Discovery Hotel
Hotel Discovery Santo Domingo
Hotel Discovery Hotel Santo Domingo

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Discovery have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM.

Is Hotel Discovery pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Discovery?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Discovery?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Discovery?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM. Late checkout is available for USD 10.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Discovery located?

Located in Zona Colonial, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Columbus Park and National Palace. Alcazar de Colon and Colon Lighthouse and Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Discovery Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 548 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, really helpful, clean room, fresh and clean linens, drinking water on each floor, Elevator working perfectly, the terrace on top Floor, small swimming pool..
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lethy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great staff lovely roof deck w good breakfast daily for a small fee. Great guests i met and lits to explore nearby! Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and good customers services
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is close to everything you need. Stores, restaurants, bars and pharmacies. The only issue I had was the lights in my room did not work. Other than that everything else was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff. Loved the rooftop pool. Can't beat the price!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erickson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and safe place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This time, I got a quiet room, which was a big improvement over past noisy stays. For the price, it was great—spacious, quiet, with good Wi-Fi, TV, and hallway access to drinking water. Essentials like soap, shampoo, toilet paper, and towels were all provided. A solid budget-friendly option in a great location. Just be sure to request a room away from the street if you're sensitive to noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, easy check in, clean, everything was working fine ( air condition, water, TV) . You can reach everything in the Zona Colonial by simply walking. Great Stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rick

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked proximity to tourist spots and security
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ulrich

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
People who work there are very friendly and helpful / polite. Place is very fair priced. Rooms (at least mine, smallest category) are very simple and very small. Breakfast is small but enjoyable. Overall - very recommendable - and perfect for small budget.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Atilano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is the main attraction, for sure! You'll be within walking distance to some of the city's most iconic places. Depending on the room you get and its location in the building, your mornings could be very noisy or tolerable due to traffic outside.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was nice an Yelly always gives me good sevice
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Lionel

The location is the BEST! it is walkable to the main places in la Zona Colonial. It is affordable, easy to check in and check out. I recommended for thoes who just want to leave your bags and walk and be out all day. It a simple hotel, to check in and check out. Its not the best for resting and having a comfortable silent evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s quick and easy to use and safe
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked very much this property, hey for the price I couldn’t have asked for more! So I can’t complain, even though my room was smaller than expected I was very confortable and pleased. The quality of the service 10/10, the receptionist; I remember was guy ! I can’t remember his name, he was great and made feel happy with the option I took.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
well i made a request in my booking and i was very satisfied the room i requested was ready and waiting on me apart from one incident that i had to addressed the manager face to face which he later apologize.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked Hotel Discovery because I was looking for an inexpensive stay. I knew going in that this was not going to be a 5-Star Hotel. It is a small, locally owned and operated hotel. My room was clean and the air conditioning worked. The hotel staff was very friendly and attentive. There is a little corner store downstairs with very friendly people. The hotel is only a one minute walk from Calle El Conde, which is the main pedestrian road through the zona colonial and along the Conde there are many different food options. There's several American chain restaurants. There are many restaurants that have international menus with American, Italian, Mexican, Dominican, etc. sections. A less than 15 minute walk gets you to Barrio Chino (China Town). I found the area to be pretty safe. I never once felt uncomfortable in my surroundings and I went into the local neighborhoods where most tourists are afraid to go and hung out with the locals. There is a park behind the old monastery that does a block party every Sunday at 6 pm. If you want REAL Dominican food, it's neighborhood restaurants like this that you want to check out. I have found Dominicans to be some of the most friendly and hospitable people I have ever met. This was not my first trip to Santo Domingo, but it was my first stay at Hotel Discovery. I will be back. You are in Latin America. Keep in mind that loud traffic ans bugs are common.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Overall, the stay was modest but met my basic needs for one night. The room was clean, the bed comfortable, and hot and cold water were available. The fan worked well since there was no air conditioning, and the Wi-Fi was slow but usable. The window did not have a lock, which should be improved for safety. I also believe the hotel could benefit from clearer professional boundaries and stronger guest privacy practices. For a budget stay it was acceptable, but better attention to safety and professionalism would make the experience more reassuring.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast menu was simple, yet fresh. The rooms are appropriately sized, the hotel is conveniently located. The Best value for the cost, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very attentive and respectful
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Farlyn Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Buenos
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025