Popular places to visit
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Historical Tour of Santo Domingo and 3 eyes Caves with Lunch
Excursion to the Three Eyes Park and the Colón Lighthouse
Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana Full-Day
Top hotels in La Caleta
Four Points by Sheraton Santo Domingo
The front desk staff in the evening was most helpful and friendly the onsite restaurant was slow and not as friendly as they could have been. There is nothing close to the Hotel to do and hotel has limited things to do. There was no hot water like at best for the nightly rate I expected a lot better. ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton Santo Domingo Airport
Nice hotel, very good service, very good for those who have an early morning flight.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
A 7 Minutos del Aeropuerto SDQ Apto.
Everything was perfect. Clean, spacious and ver comfortable. The host, Fausto, was awesome and always willing to assist in any way. Great location near the airport.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
whala! boca chica - All inclusive
Clean room with view to both the pool and beach. Helpfull/friendly staff. We had a great time (and would definetly visit back again). Good food at buffet and restaurant. Only thing i complain and really felt overwelmed for was that when we visited the beach there's lots of vendors booming you for: ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Everything was great! Clean room and amazing view.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Breakfast was delicious every single time and service was a+
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Caleta
Reparto Ibarra
While Reparto Ibarra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Boca Chica Beach and Nautical Club of Santo Domingo.
Alma Rosa
While Alma Rosa isn't home to many top sights, Megacentro Mall and Colon Lighthouse and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Las Américas
While there might not be top attractions in Las Américas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Parque Acuatico.
Ciudad Colonial
If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
Zona Colonial
Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral.
Ciudad Nueva
When in Ciudad Nueva, you can plan a visit to Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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