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Island Life Hostel

Island Life Backpackers’ Hostel

Made by backpackers for backpackers!

Island Life Backpackers’ Hostel offers more than just accommodation, they deliver an experience. The hostel is located in a beautiful 400 year old Colonial property where they created a haven for backpackers and travelers in the Caribbean. The hostel has clean, safe and fun accommodation that will not break the bank – just check out the prices for dormitory beds and you will see what they mean!

Island Life Backpackers' Hostel interior patio and pool
Island Life Backpackers’ Hostel interior patio and pool

They offer a variety of dormitory and private rooms to suit every travellers needs. Together with a full bar, and freshly prepared daily menu options this helps provide a great backpackers’ experience. And, they are centrally located in the heart of the oldest city in the Americas, Ciudad Colonial. All the history, monuments, museums and restaurants are just a few steps away from the hostal.

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AWARDS
Best hostel in Dominican Republic 2017, 2018 and 2019 – Hostelworld
Certificate of Excellence – Trip Advisor
Number 1 rated Specialty Accommodation in Santo Domingo – Trip Advisor

Island Life Backpackers' Hostel Bar
Island Life Backpackers’ Hostel Bar

Accommodation options:

*12 Bed Dormitory
*8 Bed Dormitory
*4 Bed Dormitories with air conditioning
*Private 2 Bed Dormitory Ensuite (Bunk Bed)
*Private Double Bed Ensuite with air conditioning
*Private Double Bed Ensuite with fan
*Private Triple Room Ensuite with air conditioning
*Private Twin Ensuite with air conditioning
*Private Twin Bed Shared Bathroom
*Private Double Bed Shared Bathroom

To make sure you EXPERIENCE the ISLAND LIFE offers:

*Free Wifi
*Free all you can eat buffet Breakfast
*Fully Equipped Guest Kitchen
*Netflix on big TV
*Free Local Calls
*Meal Options prepared by in House Chef
*Full Bar
*Solar Hot Water
*Terrace
*Tour Desk
*Outdoor Jacuzzi
*Book Exchange
*Laundry Service
*Pool Table
*24 Hour Staff onsite
*Night Security Guard
*Our prices include all taxes

Island Life Backpackers’ Hostel
Calle Isabel La Catolica #356, Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic 10212

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Boutique Hotel Palacio

Boutique Hotel Palacio, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo

The beautiful colonial Boutique Hotel Palacio is located in the center of the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The hotel boasts luxurious rooms, a refreshing pool, personalized service and more.

Boutique Hotel Palacio, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo
Boutique Hotel Palacio, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo

Hotel Palacio originally was owned by Buenaventura Baez (wikipedia link) (July 14, 1812 – March 14, 1884). Baez was president of the Dominican Republic five times, between the years 1849 to 1878. The family of Baez lived in the colonial house, including Dr. Ramon Baez, president of the Dominican Republic in 1914.

The Boutique Hotel Palacio has occupied this building for over 40 years. They remodeled the hotel in 1990 while keeping all the historical charm.

Boutique Hotel Palacio interior patio, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo
Boutique Hotel Palacio interior patio, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo

Rental Options

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Location

Boutique Hotel Palacio is centrally located on Calle Duarte and Salome Urena, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo Dominican Republic. All the Zona Colonial sights, museums, historical monuments, restaurants and shopping are all just a short walk away. All the Sights and Monuments of the Colonial Zone.

Comfortable suites and rooms

*Standard rooms have a queen-size bed, a luxurious private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer, toiletries, baby bed available, air conditioning, cable TV, telephones in the bedroom and bathroom, mini bar, Wi-Fi high-speed internet connection, safe.
*Luxury rooms have king-sized beds, and some options have a spacious living room and terrace.

Boutique Hotel Palacio exterior, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo
Boutique Hotel Palacio exterior, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo

Restaurant Taberna Don Quijote

This restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves dinner and a light menu. Open every day from 3 PM to 9 PM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Boutique Hotel Palacio pool, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo
Boutique Hotel Palacio pool, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo

Sevices & Amenities

Family friendly
Multilingual Staff
Pool
Free WiFi
Breakfast included
Air Conditioning
Spa
Restaurant
Gym
Business Services
Meeting Rooms
Bar
Laundry
Room Service
Housekeeping
Elevator
Library
Smoke-free property
Free Self Parking

Rental Options

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Hotel Conde de Penalba

Hotel Conde de Peñalba

Hotel Conde de Peñalba has been around for many years. This small hotel and restaurant are located across from Parque Colon and the oldest Cathedral in the Americas on Conde de Peñalba Street.

Hotel Conde de Penalba, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Hotel Conde de Penalba, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Hotel Conde de Peñalba is located in a historic building with both charm and character in the heart of the Colonial Zone. The rooms are small but quaint and some of the rooms have a balcony overlooking the park with a beautiful view.

Each Air Conditioned room has Cable TV, free wifi, a Safe-Deposit Box and more.

There also is a nice little café and bar on the first floor that’s great for people watching and has good reasonably priced food.

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Location

Centrally located on Calle El Conde, in front of Parque Colón and the Cathedral of Santo Domingo, and Calle Arzobispo Meriño, Ciudad Colonial, Santo Domingo.