Hostel with free breakfast, near Malecon An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop terrace are available at this hostel. Free cooked-to-order breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are onsite. Island Life Hostel offers 9 accommodations with safes. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.
Check-out before 11 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. all guests older than 18 are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Airport shuttle fee: usd 35 per vehicle (one-way) credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
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 please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit 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
Reviews
Brianna
Aug 26, 2025 11:27:59 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: I love the hospitality of the staff! Everyone is so welcoming and easy to talk to. I also like how safety is important to the staff and the presence of security. I stayed by myself in a private room and it was very clean and cozy. The wifi didn't work so great, but the area is so beautiful and full of life that I didn't want to spend much time in my room anyway. The size of the hostal combined with the amenities, such as the pool table, made it easy to socialize and make friends with other travelers. Breakfast is great as well. The bar is great. The dogs are so chill and friendly. There was a great mixture of people available to speak Spanish, English, French, and even Italian. I definitely recommend staying here.
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Reviews
Brianna
Aug 26, 2025 11:27:59 AM
Review Score:
10
Summary: I love the hospitality of the staff! Everyone is so welcoming and easy to talk to. I also like how safety is important to the staff and the presence of security. I stayed by myself in a private room and it was very clean and cozy. The wifi didn't work so great, but the area is so beautiful and full of life that I didn't want to spend much time in my room anyway. The size of the hostal combined with the amenities, such as the pool table, made it easy to socialize and make friends with other travelers. Breakfast is great as well. The bar is great. The dogs are so chill and friendly. There was a great mixture of people available to speak Spanish, English, French, and even Italian. I definitely recommend staying here.
Raul
May 3, 2025 10:49:40 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Great place to stay
Nayna
Apr 20, 2025 09:41:08 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: I stayed here for 4 nights. Met some amazing people from around the world. The owner is great and made me feel very comfortable. There was a glitch initially but he sorted it out in no time. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He made me feel well looked after. I'll definitely visit again!
Mylene
Apr 5, 2025 05:45:09 AM
Review Score:
8
Summary: Exactly for what you need: a night close to the airport
Mylene
Mar 18, 2025 04:13:51 AM
Review Score:
8
Summary: It was good enough for what I needed. Just to crash for a night. People staying there were really nice and all the staff there helped me with everything that I needed.
Larry
Jul 15, 2024 10:39:32 PM
Review Score:
10
Summary: Excellent staff and even better price
Michael
Aug 22, 2023 07:55:41 AM
Review Score:
5
Summary: Island Life Hostel is in a perfect spot of Santo Domingo that made it easy to walk around town. The hostel itself is clean, good amenities, and friendly staff!
Ronald
Mar 12, 2023 11:14:49 PM
Review Score:
5
Summary: This was my first ever experience in a hostel . At first when I arrived I thought as though I may of made a mistake from the entire environment. Very different from a hotel . I was here on a couples visit . But as I settled in I realized I was getting exactly what I paid for and I got the hostel experience. The owner and manager are really great guys and will do everything within their power to make you feel welcome and feel like a home away from home . Hostels unlike hotels really push for a more social atmosphere and I meet some really great people .Had a lot of fun at the bar and one day had there Nachos (and they are very good ) I ended up loving this place . But know exactly what you are getting .
Leendert
Jan 14, 2023 01:43:40 PM
Review Score:
5
Summary: Great place to stay, staff was very welcoming and friendly. Great vibe at this location, I’ll definitely stay here again.