Colonial Zone Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Renovated
2024
Price
$$$
Outside the door
The brand
IHGScattered colonial residences
Scattered colonial houses reveal secluded brick courtyards where personal butlers attend to every detail under ancient sea grape trees.
“Each one features unique decor and its own courtyard, and five of the six have private swimming pools.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Colonial brick interiors accented with vintage explorer maps, local art, and pineapple lighting.
Remarkable
Restored sixteenth-century colonial residences built around original brick archways, wells, and shaded courtyards.
Notable
Dedicated private mayordomos coordinate courtyard dining and guest requests via provided house smartphones.
What they say
One Michelin Key
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Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
Casa de los Mapas, meanwhile, faces out onto a charming central courtyard that's straight out of your vacation fantasies: towering palm trees, a swimming pool that glows turquoise at night, candlelit daybeds
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Cobbled streets lead past sixteenth-century plazas, vibrant local cafes, and the historic Santo Domingo Cathedral, all just steps from your doorway.
The rooms
Four-poster beds and vintage explorer maps adorn guest suites beneath exposed rafters, with Antica Farmacista bath amenities and deep soaking tubs.
The courtyard pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Courtyard pools sit tucked behind historic brick arcades, surrounded by tall palms and sun loungers.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
House butlers serve Dominican tasting menus and private breakfasts across candlelit courtyards and shaded pergolas.
The hotel made its debut with seven suites occupying two houses, both featuring a clever combination of local antiques, Caribbean artworks, and handcrafted modern pieces.
How it began
The name honors the sixteenth century, transforming centuries-old colonial residences, a former convent, and historic homes into an intimate scattered hotel.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.