Santo Domingo I've visited the Dominican Republic. It's very beautiful and the people in general are so friendly. Every year I go and visit because it's just such a surreal country.
Charley Hostel in Santo Domingo This is a great place to stay in Santo Domingo. It's location is the best -- right in the middle of the beautiful Zona Colonial. The staff is excellent and everyone treats you like family. You can easily meet other travelers or explore things on your own. This price is very reasonable and the rooms are simple but very comfortable and clean. I highly recommend it.
Charley Hostel in Santo Domingo It's clean, very quiet, has good hospitality by the owner, and a great service picking people up from the airport.
Charley Hostel in Santo Domingo Charley Hostel is located in the Zone Colonial, and it seemed to be a good choice, until the place was raided by police men and thugs at 7 one morning. They threw all of what was in the rooms on the streets including our stuff, because the owner did not pay rent for over two years! Not recommended and it is not a safe choice.
Guesthouse Hotel Metur in Santo Domingo A very nice woman welcomed us and made us sure that we could ask her anything and were there to help, so that was great, and the room were clean. The air conditioner had to be switched on and off maybe five times at night in order to not sweat or freeze. Maybe it'll be better with a fan. The area isn't the best at night, take a cab. So, except for the air conditioner issue, a good budget alternative, but not recommendable for long time stay.
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