Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo, the first Hyatt Centric branded hotel in the Caribbean.
Located within the Ensanche Piantini neighborhood, this new 130-key lifestyle property is positioned to give guests the opportunity to explore the historical and modern sites in the Dominican Republic’s capital, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized Colonial Zone, which is renowned for its 16th-century architecture and iconic landmarks such as Alcázar de Colón and the Cathedral of the Americas.
“Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo’s prime location offers a launchpad for modern travelers to connect with the best of what the city has to offer,” said Luis Emilio Gomez Garcia, general manager, Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo. “As the first Hyatt Centric branded property in the Dominican Republic, we look forward to crafting memorable experiences for guests and offering a gateway to Piantini’s culture, historic landmarks, attractions and more.”
The hotel has a modern, contemporary design inspired by the work of Dominican artist Thimo Pimentel, which is visible through art and ceramic installations using a terracotta red, white, and black color palette. This is complemented by the use of natural materials and colorful wooden sculptures by local artist, Patricio Correa, celebrating the region’s culture.
Guestrooms and suites feature custom ceramic pieces inspired by Pimentel and Antillean culture, common areas showcase artwork that highlights the energy and spirit of Santo Domingo, including sculptures depicting fish, figurative bust figures, and carnival masks. Each guestroom offers a sophisticated, modern design with multifunctional amenities, including 55” flat-screen HDTVs, complimentary Wi-Fi and more.
Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo is home to four dine/drink venues:
- Aon Food & Mood located on the lobby level offers a menu that remixes island and international flavors with locally sourced ingredients;
- The Lobby Bar, a space to connect with others for a glass of wine or afternoon tea, with live music acts every evening;
- Burble Rooftop Bar, which has a resident DJ and pool;
- and Café Caobana a quick grab-and-go eatery on the lobby terrace.
Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo also offers versatile event spaces with 12,976 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, accommodating up to 358 people. One standout space is the 11th-floor terrace, which provides panoramic views of the Piantini district.