La Romana

Travel Guide
La Romana showing a coastal town and a bay or harbor
Visit this destination famous for meals of fresh seafood, large caves and access to Isla Saona. 

Savor urban delights and explore the tropical landscapes that surround La Romana. As one of the country’s biggest cities, this coastal hub provides a wide range of shopping, oceanfront promenades and luxurious clubs. Use La Romana as a gateway to discover the raw natural beauty of the Dominican east coast.

The city was founded in the 1900s as a trading center for sugar cane production. Today, more than 200,000 residents retain a simple lifestyle among pretty European-style streets and buildings. Walk around the main square to see the Spanish-style church, Santa Rosa de Lima, Town Hall and a number of stately banks. Find shops and bars where you can enjoy a cold beer along the adjacent Avenida Santa Rosa.

For a taste of luxury in oceanfront accommodation, visit one of a few nearby villages. Paddleboard or kayak off beaches around Bayahibe or Dominicus and savor authentic cuisine at restaurants along the water. The developed Casa de Campo Marina in the city’s east is an elegant location to drink a cocktail or browse art galleries.

Local culture can be explored at the Altos de Chavon. This village, modeled on a 16th-century Mediterranean settlement, is home to bakeries, artworks and an archeological museum where you can learn about the region’s indigenous Taino Indians. 

Use La Romana’s proximity to the Dominican Republic’s East National Park to embark on a wild adventure. Take a boat tour to Isla Catalina or Saona, where you can snorkel over marine environments and relax on empty white beaches. Alternatively, journey west to the Cueva de las Maravillas (Cave of wonders) and see stalactites that have taken millennia to form. 

Take a daytrip to the town of Bavaro, where you can tour Dolphin Island Park and swim with playful mammals. 

Get to La Romana from Santo Domingo by bus for a small fee. Alternatively, fly into La Romana International Airport. Get around town on foot or use local taxis.

Where to stay in La Romana

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Los Lagos

While there might not be top attractions in Los Lagos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Playa Minitas and Teeth of the Dog Golf Course.

Los Lagos
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Los Mangos

Los Mangos might not have many top sights, but Playa Minitas and The Links are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Los Mangos
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Cacique

While there might not be top attractions in Cacique, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Teeth of the Dog Golf Course and Playa Minitas.

Cacique
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Vivero

While Vivero might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Playa Minitas and Teeth of the Dog Golf Course.

Vivero
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Los Limones

Though Los Limones might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Minitas and Casa de Campo Marina.

Los Limones
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Residencial ROMANA

While Residencial ROMANA might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Romana Port and Teeth of the Dog Golf Course.

Residencial ROMANA
Casa de Campo Resort and Villas
Casa de Campo Resort and Villas
5 out of 5
Carretera La Romana-Higuey, La Romana, La Romana
The price is ¥76,428 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
¥76,428
¥97,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in La Romana. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 17 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"I had a fantastic stay at Casa de Campo! The staff was amazing—friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome throughout our visit. The amenities were top-notch, and there were plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained. I also felt very safe during my stay. Highly recommend it for anyone ..."

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2024

Casa de Campo Resort and Villas
Hilton Garden Inn La Romana
Hilton Garden Inn La Romana
3.5 out of 5
Calle A, esq. Calle 15, La Marina, La Romana, La Romana
The price is ¥18,078 per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
¥18,078
¥23,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in La Romana. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (178 reviews)
"However, everything was good service room was cleaned and everything we got overcharged for the buffet overcharged for the dinner. Food was overcooked when we decided to have dinner it was a lot going on, but that’s not no excuse for poor service are the food being overcooked I paid what I paid, ..."

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn La Romana
Hotel La Romana Center
Hotel La Romana Center
3.5 out of 5
Av Padre Abreu, 9, La Romana, La Romana
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥4,253 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
¥4,253
¥5,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in La Romana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions La Romana Port and Casa de ...
7.6/10 Good! (23 reviews)
"There was just nothing around here. There was a casino that had old broken games and there was a club but it was completely packed. Couldn't even get a table to sit down for a drink"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2024

Hotel La Romana Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Luxury Villa Caribbean bay 1
Luxury Villa Caribbean bay 1
3 out of 5
Calle 16, La Romana, La Romana
Stay at this 3-star villa in La Romana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions La Romana Port and Casa de Campo Marina are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"This was a beautiful place. Management was quick and easy to communicate with any questions and concerns. Maintenance worker, Solano, was very helpful and polite. We plan to stay again."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024

Luxury Villa Caribbean bay 1
Apartamentos Melya
Apartamentos Melya
3 out of 5
no.146 Calle 8, La Romana, La Romana
Stay at this 3-star apartment in La Romana. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions La Romana Port and Casa de ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Love the place but electricity is a problem but overall a good place to stay I will definitely stay there in the future"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024

Apartamentos Melya
Luxury Rooftop Pool private secure Villa
Luxury Rooftop Pool private secure Villa
3 out of 5
Calle las palmas esquina 9 este, La Romana, La Romana
Stay at this 3-star apartment in La Romana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Popular attractions La Romana Port and Casa de Campo Marina are ...
Luxury Rooftop Pool private secure Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of La Romana

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Anisi

Best place I’ve visit so far, can’t wait to come back.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The city is so nice I went with my wife for dinner at a restaurant the food was great and cheap, I felt safe out there

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love everything!!! my only complaint was the inside of the apartment it need to be remodeled.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great summer vacations!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Traffic is bad. The area close to the beach is pretty much rundown

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We went to the town and ate outside the resort and felt safe!! The Lebanese food with a Latin touch was delicious!! Together with a Presidente beer a must have cold !!

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