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El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury Santo Domingo resort in Bella Vista with 2 restaurants

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El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

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Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, body treatments, hydrotherapy
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe
Ambassador Executive Junior Suite | Executive lounge
Royal Suite (Ambassador)

Overview of El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
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Explore the area

Map
Ave Sarasota 65, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10110
  • Popular LocationBlue Mall3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMalecon3 min drive
  • Popular LocationGuibia Beach10 min drive
  • AirportSanto Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.)38 min drive

Room options

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Royal Suite (Ambassador)

Royal Suite (Ambassador)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Ambassador Executive Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Royal Executive Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ambassador Royal Junior Suite

Ambassador Royal Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santo Domingo

A luxury stay in Santo Domingo awaits you at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel. You'll be within a 15-minute walk of Bella Vista Mall and 2.3 km (1.5 mi) from Malecon. Highlights at this resort include 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, detox wraps and body wraps along with access to the sauna. The fine-dining restaurant, El Jardin del Embajador, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Cru Tapas & Wine Bar is the resort's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, sauna and pool loungers. 26307 square feet (2444 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre and limo/town car service. Additionally, you'll find a casino, free WiFi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Bella Vista resort include Blue Mall and Agora Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Blue Mall - 3 min drive
  • Malecon - 3 min drive
  • Agora Mall - 4 min drive
  • Centro Olimpico - 6 min drive
  • Guibia Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Heroes Center Station - 2 min drive
  • Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Viralata - 5 min walk
  • McDonald's - 7 min walk
  • Albert's licores - 12 min walk
  • Meson de la Cava - 14 min walk
  • Jardin del Embajador - 1 min walk

About this property

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

Luxury Santo Domingo resort in Bella Vista with 2 restaurants
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre, 5 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event space at this resort measures 26307 square feet (2444 square metres) and includes conference space. A casino, a sauna, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel was completed in November 2017.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santo Domingo resort.

  • 1 building
  • 298 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 26307 sq ft of conference space
  • 2444 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1956
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel offers 298 air-conditioned accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and iPod docking stations. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes day beds. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 48-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Santo Domingo resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms feature MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open selected days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: USD 22 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cru Tapas & Wine Bar
  • El Jardin del Embajador
  • Las Cotorras Garden Bar
  • Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • 10 gaming tables
  • 30 slot machines
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Casino (5,382 square foot of space)
  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 26,307 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Lift (68 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 9 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Building
  • Built in 1956
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - November 2017
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 22 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (return)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

El Embajador
Embajador
RENOVATED El Embajador Royal Hideaway Hotel Santo Domingo
Occidental El Embajador Hotel
Occidental El Embajador Hotel Santo Domingo
Occidental El Embajador Santo Domingo
Occidental Embajador
El Embajador Royal Hideaway Hotel Santo Domingo
El Embajador Royal Hideaway Hotel
El Embajador Royal Hideaway Santo Domingo
El Embajador Royal Hideaway
RENOVATED El Embajador Royal Hideaway Hotel
RENOVATED El Embajador Royal Hideaway Santo Domingo
RENOVATED El Embajador Royal Hideaway
RENOVATED El Embajador a Royal Hideaway Hotel
El Embajador a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Occidental El Embajador
Occidental El Embajador Santo Domingo
El Embajador, A Royal Hideaway
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Resort
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Santo Domingo
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Resort Santo Domingo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel on 19 May 2024 start from AU$205.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

Yep, El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

The closest beach to El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is Guibia Beach (3.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel. It has a hot tub and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as sports massages.

Does El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

What luxury perks are available at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an outdoor pool. All guestrooms come with Hot tubs, pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as Hot tubs and rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel.

Is El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like a playground and laundry facilities, as well as art supplies and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Does El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors speak well of the buffet breakfast here! Offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.

Are pets allowed at El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 817 out of 1121 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 1121 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1121 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1121 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1121 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roumyana

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

DOEL

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is absolutely my favorite hotel when I visit the Dominican republic. When I visit Santo Domingo. It is in a nice quiet community. I love the garden. I love the staff. The rooms are beautiful with a nice view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is beautiful. It is amazing. I have been to many more motels in Washington DC Chicago and Los Angeles. But this hotel is so beautiful. It is in the center of the city. It feels like it is a resort. He has a beautiful garden. Amazing place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A new El Embajador!
Exceptional. The renovations were extensive and ceteris-peribus, you can’t beat the lush gardens and secluded city location. A++ and we will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel location in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024