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Hotel Doña Elvira

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a delicious breakfast before unwinding at this stylish hotel where shopping opportunities and relaxation blend perfectly.

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Hotel Doña Elvira sits in the heart of Zona Colonial, serving a warm breakfast buffet daily. Guests can lounge by the outdoor pool, sip drinks at the poolside bar, browse the on-site designer stores, or visit the art gallery, all while enjoying complimentary in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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Economy Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Economy Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room (Antonetta) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Room (Antonetta)

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite (Fernando) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Junior Suite (Fernando)

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite (Isabela Catolica) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Suite (Isabela Catolica)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Zona Colonial, a neighborhood in Santo Domingo, Hotel Doña Elvira is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Sambil Santo Domingo and Blue Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Centro Olimpico or Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling, windsurfing, and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Santo Domingo travel guide
Map
207 Padre Billini, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10210

What's nearby

  • SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - AUGUST 8, 2017: View of the historic street of the city. Copy space for text. Vertical.
    Calle El Conde
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Columbus statue and Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor in Santo Domingo Colonial zone. Parque Colon
    Columbus Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Calle Las Damas
    Calle Las Damas
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa María la Menor in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo, capital of Dominican Republic.
    Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Malecon
    Malecon
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Eduardo Brito Station
    5 min drive
  • Santo Domingo (JBQ-La Isabela Intl.)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Conde de Peñalba
    3 min walk
  • Jalao
    3 min walk
  • Pizzarelli
    3 min walk
  • Onnos Bar
    3 min walk
  • Casa De Yura
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 10 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Secured, uncovered valet parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1530
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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 at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one way)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per night
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 10 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per night (3 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Doña Elvira have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Hotel Doña Elvira pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 10 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Doña Elvira?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Doña Elvira?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Doña Elvira provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Doña Elvira located?

Located in Zona Colonial, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Museo de la Familia Dominicana and Malecon. House of Tostado (La Casa de Tostado) and Iglesia de Santa Clara are just steps away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Doña Elvira Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 242 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kim-Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Beautiful old building, but a little bit run down. Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay! It was a beautiful property with great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I’d stay again

I enjoyed my stay at hotel Dona Elvira. All of the employees were very nice and welcoming
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We booked three rooms for our family. Fabulous location. Charming. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice colonial house close to all the main places in the colonial zone. Breakfast was great, especially having it next to the pool. Comfortable rooms with lots of space. Nice staff too
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in walking distance to most of the sights of Santo Domingo. But even the accomodation itself is a treasure. The property is very charming and we felt welcome immediatly. On top of all that, the Service was extraordinary. There was nothing the staff could not organize. I would defintly book here again when I am back.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terrance

Liked: Staff & service
It’s in Zona near Ballittini Hotel and The Large Church. It has a nice quiet traditional vibe. My room 14, was small but it was cleaned everyday. AC , ceiling fan and TV all worked. No condiments given except one roll of toilet paper and one towel which is not changed daily. Breakfast was Traditional American or Traditional Dominican. The Fresh Juice was good. The staff is very nice. They are there to help but not overbearing. Doors are locked at night and must be let in by staff. PLEASE BE PATIENT and Knock Softly. I would recommend for short stays
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mitch

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place awesome crew!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Victor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s no parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is an excellent facility to stay specially because it is placed in the historic old city
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historical building. Clean rooms and good breakfast. Wish they had lunch or dinner options at the hotel during our stay but the breakfast was very good. Staff was very helpful and recommended good restaurants and museums to visit. Had a nice time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Original Historic Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rusty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rustic property within walking distance of el conde. The staff was excellent and breakfast was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic building brought back to life. safe area, friendly staff. Irwin was a great hotel representative and spoke good english.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Truly the most awful hotel experience. From the terrible night crew desk person, dungeon style grate in the room floor, mosquito infested, no soap and poorly maintained bathroom with a hole in the screen, humid warm room and lastly the soiled, bug remains and bodily hair left on the sheets from the previous guest- we left running! Did I mention the swampy murky looking pool that you should never use? Why is this place so awful ?
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Ceferino

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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4/10 Poor

Jacob

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is great, but this hotel needs some re-investment. Nowhere to unpack except a very old, dusty, and musty-smelling cabinet. TV too large for the table it sits on, so it leans weirdly against the wall. Terrible shower water pressure and often no hot water. Very harsh lighting. Somewhat standoffish staff who were not always available. No parking, despite what the Expedia listing said. Double bed instead of the Queen we booked. There were other hotels on the block that I found myself wishing I had booked for a little more money instead.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property wraps around a beautiful mango tree.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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4/10 Poor

Dave

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower is cold, the breakfast is poor and the room is noisy. Everything else is just adequate. All little things. The toilet paper holder is upside down. The roll falls off. Don't touch the desk, it will fall apart. No trim around the door. Peeling wall paper. Mismatched furniture. There's no attention to details. What are the things like that you can't see. I'm in my regular hotel now. It was full. I know why Hotel Dona Elvira had available rooms. Only use as a last resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maximo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The attention and costumer service provided by the staff. Elizabeth the chief , erwin ( front desk clerk) and the entire staff go above and beyond .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice people staff. No parking, no clean service at the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

yolenny

It was ok!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022