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March 14, 2020
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Alberto & Sophia

Travel

Below you will see recommended hotels and transportation around Santo Domingo. As our wedding is in Zona Colonial, we suggest booking a hotel there as everything is within walking distance.

Hotel

Casas del XVI

Calle Padre Billini No. 252
Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional 10210, Dominican Republic
 +1 809-688-4061

This luxury hotel is within walking distance from our wedding ceremony and reception. Casa del XVI is a collection of renovated houses from the 16th century located right in the heart of Zona Colonial. If you'd like a luxury experience then you should consider Casas del XVI.

Hotel

Billini Hotel

256-258 Calle Padre Billini
Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional 10210, Dominican Republic
 +1 809-338-4040

Email: reservations@billinihotel.com *when emailing for a reservation to the email listed above, please make sure to attach this email, concierge@billinihotel.com. This boutique hotel is also within walking distance from our wedding ceremony and reception. The Billini Hotel has been beautifully restored with a rooftop pool and stands as the first historically significant luxury hotel in the Zona Colonial. Merging the building’s original Spanish Colonial architecture with avant-garde design and décor, it offers a unique and authentic destination for travelers seeking to experience a deep connection to Santo Domingo’s history, heritage and culture. Please email the hotel at their email address listed above requesting your dates, with your name, phone number, your email address, and this hotel will offer a special discount for being a part of our special day, so please mention Alberto and Sophia’s wedding when booking. Please contact us if there are any issues booking your hotel.

Hotel

Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando

Calle Las Damas
Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional 10210, Dominican Republic
 +1 809-685-9955

Email Address: resnicolasdeovando@Hodelpa.com Located in the heart of Zona Colonial and listed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco, the 3 historical houses and their gorgeous patios merge into one large hotel including the original home of the town’s founder, Governor Nicolás de Ovando. This hotel is also within walking distance from our wedding ceremony and reception. This hotel also has a 24-hour concierge that can help with transportation, exploring the city or other travel destinations throughout the Dominican Republic. Please email this hotel at the email address listed above with your requested dates, name, phone number, your email address, and they will also offer a special discount for being a part of our special day, just mention Alberto and Sophia’s wedding when booking. Or click on the "view" button below to book your hotel with our discount, please contact us if there are any issues booking your hotel.

Hotel

El Beaterio Guest House

8 Calle Duarte
Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional 10210, Dominican Republic
 +1 809-687-8657

Email Address: ElBeaterio@ElBeaterio.com EL Beaterio is a beautiful old museum boutique hotel. With only 11 rooms, it is serene and filled with gardens, artifacts, and a gorgeous rooftop view. It is only a few steps from our wedding ceremony which will be held in the salon of the oldest Cathedral in Latin America and Plaza of Spain. It is also across the street from a beautiful park and blocks away from the strip with all the restaurants and shops. The exceptional location of this hotel is the ideal starting point to stroll through the historic streets and explore the charms of Zona Colonial. Please email this hotel at the email address listed above requesting your dates, with your name, phone number, email address, and this hotel will offer a special discount for being a part of our special day, just mention Alberto and Sophia’s wedding when booking. Please contact us if there are any issues booking your hotel.

Hotel

Hotel La Colonia

No. 110-A Calle Isabel La Católica
Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional 10210, Dominican Republic
 +1 809-221-0084

This hotel is right by central park and our best priced option! Recommended to us by a family friend we suggest this hotel if you are looking for somewhere close to the center of town and reasonably priced. To book this hotel please contact the email below and mention Alberto and Sophia's wedding, hotel staff is bilingual. contact email: hostallacolonia@yahoo.com

House Or Rental

Airbnb

Airbnb have many great options with all different price ranges! Our recommendation is to always book a place that have great reviews and are rated as a super host. You are able to look at ratings and read past guests' reviews about hosts, the place itself, walking convenience to the main center of Zona Colonial, and about the surrounding neighborhood. Please take into consideration that neighborhoods in the DR vary on every corner. Even though the Airbnb looks nice in pictures, the surrounding areas may not be. Please try to stay in the central Zona Colonial area for a safe neighborhood and to stay close to our wedding ceremony and reception location for the bonus of walking and not having to depend on a taxi for transportation. Most houses provide a map of their general location before booking. Some Airbnb hosts will also provide transportation but some do not, it should state on their website. Please contact us if you have any questions before booking.

Travel Note

Obed Perez

Obed is a really good friend of ours and will also be attending our wedding! He has worked in tourism and transportation for years. Obed and his team of drivers are the people we would recommend for pick up and drop off from the airport. His company also gives tours to destinations all over the Dominican Republic, these tours are listed along with his information on our page "Explore the Dominican Republic". Prices: For 1 to 6 people its US$38 one way to or from the airport. Contact info: Email: obed_perez003@hotmail.com Phone +1 (829) 862-0749

Travel Note

Transportation

Uber is an option for transportation; you will need to have the app downloaded on your phone and keep in mind to use the Uber app you must have Wi-Fi or Data on your cellphone. Some locations have Wi-Fi available including the airport. Trips to and from the airport from Zona Colonial can range between $30-40. Rush hour in Santo Domingo is 4-6pm and quite congested! Some hotels provide airport transportation; ask if it is an extra cost. If available, email or call ahead to arrange your times needed. Renting a car is another option, but driving in the DR can be crazy and congested! And remember all road signs are in Spanish. If you are comfortable with all of that, it is a great option for those who have plans to travel outside of Santo Domingo. But if you do choose this option, we suggest getting car insurance through the rental company. Once in central Zona Colonial, most places are within walking distance and you are also able to rent bikes or find a horse and buggy carriage.