Is Casa La Maria better than booking via Airbnb or Booking.com?

Yes — booking direct on casalamariazonacolonial.com avoids the OTA service fee (typically 14–18%) and gives you the same flexibility, the same property, and direct WhatsApp contact with our host before and during your stay.

How close is Casa La Maria to Calle Las Damas and Parque Colón?

Casa La Maria is on Calle Parmenio Troncoso, a quiet street in the heart of the Colonial Zone. Calle Las Damas is a 5-minute walk, Parque Colón and the Catedral Primada are 6 minutes, and the Alcázar de Colón is 7 minutes — all on foot.

Is Zona Colonial safe to stay in?

Yes — Zona Colonial is one of the safest neighbourhoods in Santo Domingo. The street is pedestrian-only, well-lit, and patrolled. The building has secure entry and each apartment has a digital safe.

What's the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 7 days before check-in. After that, 50% of the total is charged.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in from 3:00 PM, check-out by 11:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out subject to availability — we accommodate when we can.

Is parking available?

We don't have on-site parking, but a public garage is a 2-minute walk away with rates from $5 USD per day.

How far is the beach?

Playa Güibia is a 25-minute walk along the Malecón, or a 5-minute taxi ride. Boca Chica beach is about 30 minutes by car.

How to get to the Colonial Zone from SDQ airport

The three options

The Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is about 30 km from the Colonial Zone. You have three reasonable ways to do the trip:

1. Airport taxi

Official counters right outside baggage. Fixed fare to the Colonial Zone: USD $40. About 40 minutes without traffic, 1 hour at rush hour.

2. Uber

Works at SDQ but you have to walk to the parking lot. Usually USD $25-35. Same duration as the taxi.

3. Private transfer (recommended)

Our guests can book a private driver for USD $45 who waits with your name at arrivals. Comfortable, no surprises, and drops you off right at the door of Casa La Maria on Parmenio Troncoso 4.

Times by time of day

Before 7 AM or after 8 PM: 35-40 minutes.
Rush hour (5-7 PM): up to 1 h 15 min.
Saturdays and Sundays: 40 minutes any time.

What we recommend

If you arrive with big bags or for the first time in Santo Domingo, book the private transfer when you make your reservation. If you travel light and know the city, Uber is the best value.

If your flight lands after midnight, always take the private transfer.