The Best Cheap Hotels in Santo Domingo from ￥9,586 in 2026

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A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a compact kitchen area with a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Shaharyar

￥12,853

￥14,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

A hotel entrance with a large archway, a reception desk, and a crosswalk leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.

2. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Ciudad Cariari

Carlos

￥13,616

￥15,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

A communal area with wooden tables and chairs, a central archway, and a bookshelf filled with books.

An indoor space with a high ceiling, metal beams, and a variety of potted plants. There are two people seated on chairs, one on a yellow chair and one on a white chair. A person is standing on a staircase.

An outdoor café with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of buildings in the background.

3. Viajero San José Hostel

Carmen

JOSE MAURICIO

￥6,415

￥7,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.

An outdoor nighttime scene with a pool, surrounded by palm trees and a crowd of people.

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with patrons, and a kitchen in the background.

4. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Catedral

Kiera

￥1,250

￥3,296 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern bathroom with a large white sink, a patterned tile backsplash, and a small garden area with a pergola.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a wooden bench with cushions, a blue chair, a red knitted pouf, and a white table with a small plant.

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a brick exterior, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hallway with a wooden floor and white walls with text. There is a red door at the end of the hallway.

5. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

La Sabana

Henry

￥5,648

￥6,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table with tires, a television, and a sound system.

A person working at a desk with a laptop, surrounded by a partitioned workspace with a plant and a painting on the wall.

A cozy outdoor seating area with a wooden bench and cushions, surrounded by potted plants and a small table with decorative items.

A room with two wicker chairs, a glass table with magazines, a vase with flowers, and a wall with a circular mirror and artwork.

6. Eco Stay CR

Catedral

Eassa

￥6,354

￥7,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Two beds with white linens and floral-patterned bedspreads, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with three beds, each with a different patterned bedspread. There is a wall-mounted lamp on the right side of the room.

A hotel named Soluxe El Sesto with a signboard, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a green metal staircase.

7. Soluxe El Sesteo

La Sabana

Jose

￥9,023

￥10,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large TV, and a painting on the wall.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, two beds, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

8. Gaudys Hotel

Merced

Ace

￥5,570

￥6,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Top Santo Domingo Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Gracias"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"muy agradable!!"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very good service and the staff are so kind and welcoming , they also gave us tips and tourist attractions me and my family should visit . We enjoyed our stay no complains at all . The breakfast was amazing as well !! The room service as well was top notch"

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel, good location right in the hart of downtown."

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, good breakfast, quietness"

Frequently asked questions

What is Santo Domingo like for travelers on a budget?

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Santo Domingo?

Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Santo Domingo, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 66°F. The rainiest months in Santo Domingo are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Santo Domingo?

You don't have to spend a lot to take advantage of things to see and do in Santo Domingo. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost little or nothing at all. Take in the local culture at Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater of Costa Rica, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Sabana Park.

How can I get to Santo Domingo and get around on a budget?

Scoping out the transportation options in Santo Domingo can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), 3.6 mi (5.7 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 7.8 mi (12.6 km) away: Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). Santo Domingo might not have many public transit choices so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to explore more of the area.

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1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica