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Island Life Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Malecon

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Terrace/patio
1 Bed in a Shared 8 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | View from room
Interior detail
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$56
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

Explore the area

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Calle Isabel La Catolica #356, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10210
  • Calle El Conde
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Sambil Santo Domingo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Ensuite, Private Bathroom and AC

Double Ensuite, Private Bathroom and AC

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe

1 Bed in a Shared 4 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom with AC

Highlights

Air conditioning
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed in a Shared 4 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom with AC

In-room safe

1 Bed in a Shared 4 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom with AC

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe

Basic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

In-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed in a Shared 8 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

1 Bed in a Shared 8 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

1 Bed in a Shared 8 Bed Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe

Double Private, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 1 Bed in a Shared 12 Bed Dormitory,Shared Bathroom

1 Bed in a Shared 12 Bed Dormitory,Shared Bathroom

1 Bed in a Shared 12 Bed Dormitory,Shared Bathroom

Highlights

4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Ensuite,Private Bathroom and A/C

Double Ensuite,Private Bathroom and A/C

Double Ensuite,Private Bathroom and A/C

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Santo Domingo

Island Life Hostel puts you in the heart of Santo Domingo, within steps of Museo del Ron y la Caña and Church of Saint Barbara. Highlights at this hostel include free cooked-to-order breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a games room. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Zona Colonial hostel include Malecon and Sambil Santo Domingo.
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What's nearby

  • Calle El Conde - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Columbus Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Malecon - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sambil Santo Domingo - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Eduardo Brito Station - 4 min drive
  • Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Granier - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casa de los Dulces - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pat'e Palo European Brasserie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sabina Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Atarazana - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Island Life Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, near Malecon
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Island Life Hostel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

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

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Island Life Hostel offers 9 accommodations with a safe. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Island Life Backpacker's Hostel Santo Domingo
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Island Life Santo Domingo
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Life Hostel Santo Domingo
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Island Life Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Island Life Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santo Domingo

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Island Life Hostel?

Yep, Island Life Hostel is a short 15-minute walk from Playa Montesinos.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Life Hostel?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Life Hostel on 23 Sept 2025 start from AU$55.95, 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.

Does Island Life Hostel have a pool?

Island Life Hostel has an outdoor pool.

Does Island Life Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Island Life Hostel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Island Life Hostel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Island Life Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.