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.
Located in Zona Colonial, a neighborhood in Santo Domingo, Hotel Discovery is near the airport and on the boardwalk/promenade. Alcazar de Colon and National Palace are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Blue Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Centro Olimpico or Quisqueya Stadium. Visit our Santo Domingo travel guide
Calle Arzobispo Nouel # 402 Zona Colonia, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10210
What's nearby
Calle El Conde
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Malecon
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Columbus Park
10 min walk - 0.8 km
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
Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ)
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 assistance, and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Discovery have comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with heated floors and rainfall showers
32-inch TVs with premium channels
Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and heated floors
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Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite 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
Elevator
Hand-held showerhead
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Lever door handles
Low-height bed
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Pool hoist on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 3 for adults and 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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–10:30 PM.
Is Hotel Discovery pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
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?
Check-out is at 12:30 PM. Late check-out 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).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Discovery Reviews
7.4
Good
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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..
Great location. Friendly staff. Loved the rooftop pool. Can't beat the price!
david
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Richard
5 November 2025
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Atilano
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Lionel
1 April 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jason
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Barbara
16 February 2026
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.
Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Carmen
18 January 2026
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.