Hodelpa Nicolas De Ovando - Santo Domingo
18.475089, -69.882802Overview
Heritage hotel in a UNESCO World Heritage Site
History & Architecture
Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando occupies a building dating back to 1502, originally the residence of the first Spanish governor of the Americas. The structure sits within Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and retains original arched galleries, brick ceilings, and massive wooden beams. Guests can explore the property's historic corridors and gardens that connect to Las Damas street, the oldest paved street in the New World.
Accommodations
The hotel offers Colonial Rooms in the historic wing and Suites Imperial with access to the exclusive Imperial Club lounge. Imperial Club guests receive VIP amenities, including complimentary snacks and drinks in a private area. All rooms feature flat-screen TVs, cable channels, slippers, and bathrobes, with some suites providing balconies overlooking the gardens.
Dining & Bars
The on-site Dos Mundos restaurant, led by a celebrated local chef, serves à la carte Dominican cuisine with a focus on local ingredients. A pool bar overlooking the Ozama River offers drinks and snacks, while the main bar serves cold local beer and passion fruit margaritas. Breakfast at the hotel includes a buffet with Dominican specialties and international options, served daily.
Wellness & Recreation
An outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas is open year-round, set in a garden with a shallow end. The on-site spa provides massage treatments, a relaxation area, and spa packages, while the fitness center has modern cardio and strength equipment. Guests can also play billiards in the library or join walking tours of the Colonial Zone organized by the hotel.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Nicolas de Ovando hotel is located 300 ft from Puerto Santo Domingo and within walking distance of the First Cathedral built in America. Las Damas street, the Alcázar de Colón, and the Museum of the Royal Houses are all a short stroll away. The hotel offers valet parking and airport shuttle service, with Las Americas Airport 14 miles from the property.
- Location: 300 ft from Puerto Santo Domingo
- Accommodations: Colonial Rooms and Suites Imperial with Imperial Club access
- Dining: Dos Mundos restaurant serving local cuisine
- Wellness: spa with massage, outdoor pool, and fitness center
- Pet-friendly: pet baskets and bowls provided
- Transport: airport shuttle and valet parking available
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
Facilities
Main facilities
Valet parking
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness center
Outdoor swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Golf course
- Pool tables
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Massage
- Shallow end
Room view
- Lake view
- Pool view
- Street view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Hodelpa Nicolas De Ovando
| 💵 Lowest room price | 148 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 3.3 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 13.1 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | La Isabela International, JBQ |
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