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Island Life Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Malecon

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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Basic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Bed Private , Shared Bathroom

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4 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 Bed in a Shared 8 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

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4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Bed Bunk Beds Private Ensuite

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Private, Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Ensuite, Private Bathroom and AC

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Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 Bed in a Shared 12 Bed Dormitory,Shared Bathroom

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4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 Bed in a Shared 4 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom with AC

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Air conditioning
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Ensuite,Private Bathroom and A/C

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Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
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Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 Bed in a Shared 4 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom with AC

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Air conditioning
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle Isabel La Catolica #356, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10210

What's nearby

  • Calle Las Damas - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Calle El Conde - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Columbus Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Malecon - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sambil Santo Domingo - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Eduardo Brito Station - 4 min drive
  • Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖCurcio Pizza al Taglio - ā€¬4 min walk
  • ā€ŖCasa Barista - ā€¬6 min walk
  • ā€ŖCasa de los Dulces - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖPat'e Palo European Brasserie - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖSabina Bar - ā€¬3 min walk

About this property

Island Life Hostel

Hostel near Malecon
Consider a stay at Island Life Hostel and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • A billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at Island Life Hostel have amenities such as safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and shampoo
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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 cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Island Life Backpacker's Hostel Santo Domingo
Island Life Backpacker's Santo Domingo
Island Life Backpacker's
Island Life Hostel Santo Domingo
Island Life Santo Domingo
Island Life Backpacker's Hostel
Life Hostel Santo Domingo
Island Life Hostel Santo Domingo
Island Life Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Island Life Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santo Domingo

Frequently asked questions

Does Island Life Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Island Life Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Life Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Island Life Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Island Life Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Island Life Hostel located?

Located in Zona Colonial, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Museo del Ron y la CaƱa and Malecon. Museo del Duarte and Amber World Museum are just steps away.

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Island Life Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 81 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Exactly for what you need: a night close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

It was good enough for what I needed. Just to crash for a night. People staying there were really nice and all the staff there helped me with everything that I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

I stayed here for 4 nights. Met some amazing people from around the world. The owner is great and made me feel very comfortable. There was a glitch initially but he sorted it out in no time. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He made me feel well looked after. I'll definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Excellent staff and even better price
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great place to stay, staff was very welcoming and friendly. Great vibe at this location, Iā€™ll definitely stay here again.

10/10

Island Life Hostel is in a perfect spot of Santo Domingo that made it easy to walk around town. The hostel itself is clean, good amenities, and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10

The staff is very welcoming, it is a place that makes you feel at home right off the bat! I will recommend this place, for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Very nice hostel in a great location. Right near the top attractions, restaurants and bars. The staff is absolutely amazing and the nicest people. They are very helpful in giving tips and advice on how to navigate the city and answer any questions. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

2/10

No hot water. Smelled bad. Dirty mattress. Dogs living on the property barked all night.

10/10

This was my first ever experience in a hostel . At first when I arrived I thought as though I may of made a mistake from the entire environment. Very different from a hotel . I was here on a couples visit . But as I settled in I realized I was getting exactly what I paid for and I got the hostel experience. The owner and manager are really great guys and will do everything within their power to make you feel welcome and feel like a home away from home . Hostels unlike hotels really push for a more social atmosphere and I meet some really great people .Had a lot of fun at the bar and one day had there Nachos (and they are very good ) I ended up loving this place . But know exactly what you are getting .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

4/10

Loved the property and the people I met there - just had a big complaint about the owner. I've stayed in dozens of hostels while travelling through over 30 countries but this has been the most incosiderate hostel owner I've ever seen. He likes keeping his dogs on property both of which like barking really loudly at random noises throughout the night which kept me up. He also just brings his friends over on weekdays from out of the hostel to e party right in front of the rooms (they didn't even go to the common area) which also kept me up. Also someone got sick in my dorm and was asking the owner if he could get some medicine or some help from the owner who was on property, but the owner refused to even go to the room to see him. I wouldn't recommend booking this property because I think it's a bad idea to give money/support a bad hostel owner like this one.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10

La limpieza y muebles de la propiedad deja mucho que desear, al igual que la atenciĆ³n al cliente, el personal fue inaccesible con la reserva desde antes de llegar a la propiedad. Al igual que la comunicaciĆ³n fue limitante ya que no todos hablan bien el espaƱol.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10

L'hƓtel est bien placƩ pour visiter la zone coloniale a pied On a tout fait en une demi journƩe...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

La pasĆ© muy bien en el hotel , el personal muy acomedido y las instalaciones en buenas condiciones y sobre todo la ubicaciĆ³n para ir a los diferentes lugares turĆ­sticos ... excelente .
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

gracias por el desayuno incluido
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023