Budget Hostels from RM179

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out the live music venues and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: Island Life Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Malecon. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and an outdoor pool. You’ll find towels and showers in all rooms. Hostel57 - Located within a 10-minute walk of Malecon. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find showers and linens in all rooms. Hostel Santo Domingo - Located within a 10-minute walk of Malecon. Guests can enjoy free continental breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. You’ll find linens in all rooms. Colonial Charm Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Malecon. Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels and TVs in all rooms. Hostal Bonsai Paradise - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Malecon. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and a bar. Rooms come with showers and free toiletries.

If you’re searching for a low-cost place to stay in Santo Domingo, one of Expedia’s 7 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 24°C. Average annual precipitation for Santo Domingo is 1071 mm.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore some places near Santo Domingo. Get out into nature with places such as Columbus Park, Guibia Beach and Three Eyes Park. Cultural attractions include Larimar Museum, Museum of the Royal Houses and Alcazar de Colon. Visit landmarks such as National Palace, Calle El Conde and Calle Las Damas.

Keep this information about transit options in Santo Domingo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Santo Domingo (JBQ-La Isabela Intl.), located 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away. An alternative is Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.), located 14.9 mi (23.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. You can take advantage of metro transport at Coronel Rafael Tomas Fernandez Station, Mauricio Baez Station and Casandra Damiron Station.