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 (94% of total searches to Dominican Republic). The next most popular destinations are Puerto Plata (3%) and Samaná (2%). Searches for hotels in La Romana (1%) 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. Puerto Plata and Samaná 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 C$ 22 ( Santo Domingo ) in the last 3 days. The average price is C$ 366.

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Grand Bavaro Princess All Suites Resort, Spa & Casino

8.3 Very good

C$ 316+

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Free Wi-Fi

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Impressive Punta Cana

8.3 Very good

Punta El CortecitoC$ 279+

C$ 279+

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Free Wi-Fi

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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

C$ 753+

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Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Restaurant

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

7.4 Good

C$ 623+

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Bahia Principe Grand Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Building

Bahia Principe Grand Punta Cana

7.4 Good

C$ 321+

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Occidental Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Restaurant

Occidental Punta Cana

8.2 Very good

C$ 395+

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

Bahia Principe Luxury Ambar - Adults Only

8.8 Very good

C$ 507+

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Majestic Colonial - Punta Cana - Punta Cana - Pool

Majestic Colonial - Punta Cana

8.6 Very good

C$ 426+

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

Punta Cana Princess Adults Only - All Inclusive

8 Very good

C$ 261+

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Catalonia Royal Bavaro - Adults Only - Punta Cana - Pool

Catalonia Royal Bavaro - Adults Only

8 Very good

Cabeza De ToroC$ 457+

C$ 457+

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Free Wi-Fi

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Riu Republica - Adults only - Punta Cana - Lobby

Riu Republica - Adults only

7.2 Good

C$ 344+

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Free Wi-Fi

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Caribe Club Princess Beach Resort & Spa - Punta Cana - Hotel Entrance

Caribe Club Princess Beach Resort & Spa

8.2 Very good

C$ 319+

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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.

How much does a hotel cost in the Dominican Republic?

The average price of a double room in the Dominican Republic is C$ 573 per night. In the last 3 days, KAYAK found great deals as cheap as C$ 107 per night. Expect to pay around C$ 386/night for a 4-star hotel in the Dominican Republic and C$ 425/night for a 5-star, with prices varying by date.

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

Hotels are cheapest in the Dominican Republic in August, with average rates of C$ 543. In comparison, March is the most expensive month, with prices at C$ 1,555.

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

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in the Dominican Republic, with an average nightly price of C$ 742. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at C$ 859.

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 C$ 23, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was C$ 54. The cheapest room found overall was for C$ 23.

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 C$ 24 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as C$ 24 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from C$ 45 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)	C$ 603
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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 August and October.
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 Tuesday. The opposite is true for, Wednesday, which is usually the most expensive day.
The cheapest 3-star hotel room in the Dominican Republic found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 23, while the most expensive was C$ 1,085.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in the Dominican Republic for 5 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 (94% of total searches to Dominican Republic). The next most popular destinations are Puerto Plata (3%) and Samaná (2%). Searches for hotels in La Romana (1%) 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. Puerto Plata and Samaná 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 C$ 22 (Santo Domingo) in the last 3 days. The average price is C$ 366.