What annual events are worth attending in the Dominican Republic?

In February, the Carnival season sees the country's largest parade festival of the year, with each region represented by its own traditional costumes. During the carnival, parades are held in all the major cities. The Dominican Republic Jazz Festival takes place in November, with concerts held in rotating venues in the main cities. One of the most delicious annual events is the Mango Festival in June, which showcases more than 100 varieties of the fruit produced in the country. The festival is held in the town of Bani where you could book a stay at Casa Gloria. Visit our the Dominican Republic page for the latest deals!

Where are the best child-friendly hotels in the Dominican Republic?

You’ll find child-friendly family hotels in all of the main resorts on the island, with many of them in Punta Cana. Barceló Bávaro Palace and Occidental Caribe are just two of them. In Santo Domingo, you can stay at Catalonia Santa Domingo or the Dominican Fiesta Hotel & Casino with its children's pool. Cribs and high chairs are provided if required, and babysitting and child care services are also available. Visit our the Dominican Republic page for the latest deals!

Where will I find the best nightlife in the Dominican Republic?

Punta Cana is the city of choice for restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other nightlife activities in the Dominican Republic. There are party buses, beach parties and a whole host of dance clubs and live music venues to choose from. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino makes for a good choice of hotel to be in the thick of things. Alternatively, you could stay in an establishment like Kepler’s Place if you prefer an apartment-style hotel. Visit our the Dominican Republic page for the latest deals!

What is the most popular destination in Dominican Republic?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Punta Cana (81% of total searches to Dominican Republic). The next most popular destinations are Santo Domingo (10%) and Puerto Plata (8%). Searches for hotels in Sosúa (2%) are also popular.

What are the most popular regions of Dominican Republic?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular region to stay in Dominican Republic is La Altagracia. Distrito Nacional and Puerto Plata are also very popular.

How much is a cheap hotel in Dominican Republic?

KAYAK users have found double rooms in Dominican Republic for as cheap as R230 ( Santo Domingo ) in the last 3 days. The average price is R4 174.

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MOST POPULARSanto Domingo

3 stars from R466

4+ stars from R410

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3 stars from R541

5+ stars from R1 567

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5+ stars from R2 570

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3 stars from R672

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Grand Bavaro Princess All Suites Resort, Spa & Casino

8.2 Very Good

R5 603+

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Impressive Punta Cana

8.4 Very Good

Punta El CortecitoR4 524+

R4 524+

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Hard Rock Hotel And Casino Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Bedroom

Hard Rock Hotel And Casino Punta Cana

8.2 Very Good

R11 160+

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Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Restaurant

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

7.5 Good

R8 754+

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Bahia Principe Grand Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Building

Bahia Principe Grand Punta Cana

7.4 Good

R5 265+

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Occidental Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Restaurant

Occidental Punta Cana

8.1 Very Good

R5 198+

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Majestic Colonial - Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Pool

Majestic Colonial - Punta Cana

8.5 Very Good

R7 148+

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Bahia Principe Luxury Ambar - Adults Only - Punta Cana - Building

Bahia Principe Luxury Ambar - Adults Only

8.7 Very Good

R8 063+

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Catalonia Royal Bavaro - Adults Only - Punta Cana - Pool

Catalonia Royal Bavaro - Adults Only

8 Very Good

Cabeza De ToroR6 628+

R6 628+

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Punta Cana Princess Adults Only - All Inclusive - Punta Cana - Bar

Punta Cana Princess Adults Only - All Inclusive

8 Very Good

R5 455+

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Riu Republica - Adults only - Punta Cana - Lobby

Riu Republica - Adults only

7.2 Good

R4 916+

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Occidental Caribe - Punta Cana - Bedroom

Occidental Caribe

7.2 Good

R6 095+

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KAYAK’s insights for hotels in the Dominican Republic

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in the Dominican Republic with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in the Dominican Republic?

Hotels are cheapest in the Dominican Republic in February, with average rates of R28 862. In comparison, December is the most expensive month, with prices at R392 513.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in the Dominican Republic?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in the Dominican Republic, with an average nightly price of R28 862. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at R188 577.

How much is a hotel in the Dominican Republic for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in the Dominican Republic found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was R308, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was R1 015. The cheapest room found overall was for R308.

How much is a hotel in the Dominican Republic for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in the Dominican Republic for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for R240 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as R240 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from R1 154 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in the Dominican Republic?

Book at least 48 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Dominican Republic hotel.

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Average price (weeknight)	R10 031
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The main city in the Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo de Guzmánis, an excellent spot to base yourself if you want to explore the country. It’s one of the two biggest cities in the West Indies. There are plenty of great hotels here, and Barceló Santo Domingo is highly recommended.
Another of the Dominican Republic’s main tourist cities is Santiago de los Caballeros. Its main attractions include Pico Isabel de Torres, the city's highest point, which you can reach by cable car, and the celebrated La Aurora Cigar Factory. A good place to stay is the Platino Hotel & Casino.
One of the most popular tourist activities in the Dominican Republic is whale-watching. The best location for this is the Samaná Peninsula in the north-eastern part of the island. Stay at Xeliter Vista Mare, which is also near the beach resorts of Playa Las Flechas and Cayo Levantado.
The northern and south-eastern coasts, known for their beach resorts and clear water, are the busiest areas during peak tourist season. You might want to consider booking a hotel in one of the other regions of the island if you want to avoid the influx of visitors.
Santo Domingo de Guzmán is where you’ll find the majority of the museums in the Dominican Republic. There are plenty of them too, including the Museum of Natural History, the Pre-Hispanic Art Museum, the Museum of Antique Coins and the Museum of Dominican Family.
Golf is one of the prime attractions drawing visitors to the country, and there are some fine golf courses dotted all over the island. If you’re planning a golfing holiday with friends, Casa De Campo Resort & Villas in La Romana has no fewer than three top-class golf courses.
If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in the Dominican Republic, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in the Dominican Republic in February and August.
Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in the Dominican Republic if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in the Dominican Republic for 4 days.

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What annual events are worth attending in the Dominican Republic?
In February, the Carnival season sees the country's largest parade festival of the year, with each region represented by its own traditional costumes. During the carnival, parades are held in all the major cities. The Dominican Republic Jazz Festival takes place in November, with concerts held in rotating venues in the main cities. One of the most delicious annual events is the Mango Festival in June, which showcases more than 100 varieties of the fruit produced in the country. The festival is held in the town of Bani where you could book a stay at Casa Gloria.
Where are the best child-friendly hotels in the Dominican Republic?
You’ll find child-friendly family hotels in all of the main resorts on the island, with many of them in Punta Cana. Barceló Bávaro Palace and Occidental Caribe are just two of them. In Santo Domingo, you can stay at Catalonia Santa Domingo or the Dominican Fiesta Hotel & Casino with its children's pool. Cribs and high chairs are provided if required, and babysitting and child care services are also available.
Where will I find the best nightlife in the Dominican Republic?
Punta Cana is the city of choice for restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other nightlife activities in the Dominican Republic. There are party buses, beach parties and a whole host of dance clubs and live music venues to choose from. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino makes for a good choice of hotel to be in the thick of things. Alternatively, you could stay in an establishment like Kepler’s Place if you prefer an apartment-style hotel.
What is the most popular destination in Dominican Republic?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Punta Cana (81% of total searches to Dominican Republic). The next most popular destinations are Santo Domingo (10%) and Puerto Plata (8%). Searches for hotels in Sosúa (2%) are also popular.
What are the most popular regions of Dominican Republic?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular region to stay in Dominican Republic is La Altagracia. Distrito Nacional and Puerto Plata are also very popular.
How much is a cheap hotel in Dominican Republic?
KAYAK users have found double rooms in Dominican Republic for as cheap as R230 (Santo Domingo) in the last 3 days. The average price is R4 174.