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RIG Colonial Experience

3.0 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Junior Room, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
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Junior Room, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Step into RIG Colonial Experience, where warm hospitality and vibrant colonial charm await. Relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, grab a drink at the poolside bar or coffee shop/cafe, and enjoy free in-room WiFi. Unwind with laundry facilities on site or get assistance from multilingual staff for local experiences.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Room, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Zona Colonial, a neighborhood in Santo Domingo, RIG Colonial Experience is near the airport and near a boardwalk/promenade. 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 Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto or Centro Olimpico. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.
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118 C. Espaillat, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10210

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Calle El Conde - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Columbus Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sambil Santo Domingo - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Amin Abel Station - 4 min drive
  • Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖGrand's Paco's Cafeteria & Bar - ā€¬5 min walk
  • ā€ŖLa TradiciĆ³n - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖBio - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖDeveida - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖTornasol Restaurante - ā€¬3 min walk

About this property

RIG Colonial Experience

Hotel near Malecon
A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception are just a few of the amenities provided at RIG Colonial Experience. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Airport pick-up service (surcharge), bicycle tour information, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Local meal delivery service, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at RIG Colonial Experience feature perks such as first-run movies and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • First-run movies, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 5 per night)
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2024
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • First-run movies
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 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 45 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 5 per night(328 ft away; open 24 hours)

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, debit card, or 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

RIG Colonial Experience Hotel
RIG Colonial Experience Santo Domingo
RIG Colonial Experience Hotel Santo Domingo

Frequently asked questions

Does RIG Colonial Experience have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is RIG Colonial Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at RIG Colonial Experience?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RIG Colonial Experience?

Check-out is at noon.

Does RIG Colonial Experience provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is RIG Colonial Experience located?

Located in Zona Colonial, this hotel is steps from Puerta de la Misericordia and Malecon. Calle El Conde and Iglesia de Nuestra SeƱora del Carmen are also within 5 minutes.

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