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Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel in Santo Domingo with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Located in the heart of Zona Colonial, Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando offers a charming getaway with a poolside bar, sun-kissed garden, and relaxing library. Unwind by the outdoor pool or challenge your friends to billiards while taking advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and first-rate property condition.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and pool bar
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$149 nightly
The total price is $191
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Colonial luxury retreat
Wander through the enchanting garden at this luxury hotel showcasing elegant Colonial architecture. The historical district setting adds timeless charm.
Tasty morning meals
This hotel has a restaurant serving delicious buffet breakfast. The flavorful start to the day sets the stage for culinary adventures.
Luxury in every room
Slip into soft bathrobes after turndown service in this luxury hotel. Midnight cravings are easily satisfied with an in-room minibar.

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Classic Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Classic Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Design Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Traditional Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Royal Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Contemporary Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exterior
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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle Las Damas, Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10210

What's nearby

  • Calle Las Damas - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Calle El Conde - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Columbus Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Malecon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ) - 30 min drive
  • Santo Domingo (JBQ-La Isabela Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Conde de Peñalba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jalao - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzarelli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Barista - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Mosquito Social Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando

When you stay at Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Malecon and Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the pool bar. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a fitness center, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 94 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1502
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 10 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hodelpa Nicolas Ovando Hotel Santo Domingo
Hodelpa Nicolas Ovando Hotel
Hodelpa Nicolas Ovando Santo Domingo
Hodelpa Nicolas Ovando
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando Hotel
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando Santo Domingo
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando Hotel Santo Domingo

Frequently asked questions

Does Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando 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 Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Colonial (5-min walk) and Casino Diamante (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando and nearby?

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando has an outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando like?

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando is a short 7-minute walk from Malecon and 3 minutes' walk from Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, great, and outstanding by multiple guests. (17 reviews)
  • The pool area was a lifesaver in the heat and offered a relaxing space with shaded areas to read and unwind. (9 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location and hotel.
Richard, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room and staff. Nice historic location
Mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, beautiful building, and very helpful staff
Angela, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

AMAZING hotel, one of the best I've stayed in the world. Attentive staff, historical hotel with beautiful rooms, lively pool with bar, perfect location. Will stay again when back to DR!
Joan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very attentive staff
Alexis, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and exceptional service, within walking distance to all the colonial city sights.
Rafael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel itself is was gorgeous. The room was great and the bed was very comfortable.
Kevin, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our room! Excellent location, super close to tons of shops and restaurants. Lovely pool area too!
Nice little gym!
View from the room
Lovely pool area
Charlotte, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Welcoming staff and a wonderful hotel.
Richard, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Loved the location, close to many historical sites. Hotel, also historical was very nice with great breakfast.
Monty, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the location, Hotel beautifully decorated, with exceptionally courteous and attentive staff.
Rita, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous hotel, big room, kind staff.
lynn, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Great hotel spaces, but rooms are old and nothing similar to pictures...great location , but rooms are old poor maintenance
Carlos, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room and the facility were very clean. Housekeeping came everyday to clean the room Staff were very friendly and helpful. The food in the restaurant was excellent.
Berkis, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great
Carlos, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The food was excellent and well presented and the staff was pleasant and very helpful.
William, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient location, excellent service and historical place
HERNANDO, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service. Impeccable rooms, beautiful historic building. And amazing location.
Katherine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place was amazing! So beautiful! So cool with all the history! Highly recommend:)
leanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic staff and amazing cultural hotel.
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

So nice place .. friendly hotel staff
Ahmed, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

In the heart of the Colonial District, it is within walking distance of excellent restaurants, museums, and historic sites. Breakfast offered variety.
Robert George, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good service. Beautiful, clean facility. Romantic setting.
Israel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando never disappoints; it’s an excellent hotel with excellent service.
Ezra, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We truly enjoyed our stay here! Staff was super friendly, location was fantastic, food was delicious, and free, and easy parking! I loved the beautiful courtyard! We would definitely stay again!
Charles, 2-night trip