Each of the beaches in the Dominican Republic have their own personalities; the qualities and amenities associated with each can affect whether you'll have an active outing, or just a few hours of seclusion in the sun. Every one of the beaches near the Penalba (listed in the following table), has features worth noting. Click on a beach below to learn more about it:
| Beach | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Montesinos Beach | 0.4 | S |
| Punta Torrecillas Beach | 0.5 | SE |
| Guibia Beach | 1.7 | SW |
Considering that Montesinos Beach is a half mile south of the hotel, you won't have to go far to enjoy a beautiful beach.
Guests who are interested to know about what's nearby, might want to find out how far—or near—the nearest city or town is from the hotel. Penalba is located in the Santo Domingo area, enabling guests to enjoy the nearby town with a population of 2851300.
Interested explorers will have their pick of several nearby towns, which are named in the table below.
| City | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Santo Domingo | 0.6 | SW |
| Villa Mella | 5.3 | N |
| Chaparral | 7.8 | N |
| San Isidoro | 8.2 | E |
| La Victoria | 8.5 | N |
| Los Alcarrizos | 9.2 | W |
| Aguacate | 9.8 | NE |
| Marbellas | 9.9 | E |
| Hato Nuevo | 10.1 | W |
| Bajos De Haina | 10.6 | SW |
Travelers who want to try unfamiliar activities during their trip to the Dominican Republic will find that the Penalba makes an excellent place to start your daily adventures. In fact, this area is simply full of different attractions to try, like El AlcaAazar de Colaan, Casa del Cordon, and Monasterio de San Francisco.
There are plenty of other attractions to keep all kinds of travelers happy; find them listed in the following table:
| Attraction | Type | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| El AlcaAazar de Colaan | -- | 0.1 | SE |
| Casa del Cordon | -- | 0.1 | S |
| Monasterio de San Francisco | -- | 0.2 | SW |
| Casa de Bastidas | -- | 0.2 | SE |
| Pantheon Nacional | -- | 0.2 | S |
| La Casa de Tostado | -- | 0.3 | S |
| Parque Colaan | -- | 0.3 | S |
| Calle Las Damas | -- | 0.3 | S |
| Iglesia y Convento Dominico | -- | 0.4 | S |
| El Faro a Colaan | -- | 0.9 | E |
| El Malecaan | -- | 1.0 | SW |
| Museo del Hombre Dominicano | -- | 1.5 | W |
| Museo de Historia Natural | -- | 1.5 | W |
| Plaza de la Cultura | -- | 1.6 | W |
| Plaza de la Cultura | -- | 1.6 | W |
| Teatro Nacional | -- | 1.6 | W |
| Teatro Nacional | -- | 1.6 | W |
| Teatro Nacional | -- | 1.6 | W |
| Museo del Arte Moderno | -- | 1.6 | W |
| Parque de Los Tres Ojos | -- | 6.5 | E |
| La Caduta Submarine National Park | -- | 11.0 | E |
If you still need additional info about this particular part of the Dominican Republic, getting details about nearby accommodations can help you decide if you even like the area. Whether you're hoping to stay in a less crowded spot, or are looking for a place that the kids will enjoy, learning about other nearby hotels (listed in the table below) can help you determine if this area will provide everything you're hoping for.
| Hotel | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Hodelpa Caribe Colonial | 0.1 | E |
| Sofitel Frances Santo Domingo | 0.1 | N |
| Mercure Comercial Santo Domingo | 0.1 | SW |
| Hotel Palacio | 0.1 | W |
| Hostal Nicolas De Ovando Santo Domingo Former Sofitel | 0.1 | NE |
| Antiguo Hotel Europa | 0.2 | N |
| Casa Doa Elvira | 0.3 | SW |
| Naco Hotel & Casino | 0.5 | W |
| Occidental El Embajor | 0.6 | NW |
| Quality Hotel Santo Domingo | 0.6 | W |
There are plenty of hotels to choose from in this part of town, so booking the right place to stay during your trip should be no problem. But, it may not be one of the most secluded hotels.
If you're thinking about staying at the Penalba, you should keep in mind that pricing and availability of rooms are subject to change depending on the time of year and other factors such as planned events, holiday schedules, and special promotions. To determine room availability and rates during the time you plan to visit, click here .
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