
Vibrant Island Culture Welcomes Worldly Guests
Have it all in Santo Domingo! Enjoy the rich history and lively culture of Santo Domingo's bustling urban atmosphere throughout your stay in the country's capital city that routinely plays host to the world's ambassadors, presidents and other distinguished guests.
With Occidental Hotels & Resorts, plan your next vacation down to the finest detail. After selecting your room category, don't forget to purchase your transfers and have it all at Occidental El Embajador! Guests may compare best available rates at time of booking to airline routes & nonstop, direct and indirect schedules for major carriers serving the destination.
Airport
Las Américas International Airport is serviced by most major U.S. airlines and is situated about 18 miles from the downtown area of Santo Domingo. Downtown Santo Domingo traffic can get hectic like any major metropolitan area and taxis are highly recommended to navigate the local scene. The Occidental El Embajador is a 45 minute ride from the airport. Weather
The Dominican Republic features a rugged and mountainous terrain with the Atlantic Ocean on the country's northern coastline and the Caribbean Sea to the south. Santo Domingo is situated on the island's protected southern coast and features an average year round temperature of 80° F. Shopping
From great duty free shopping at the Occidental El Embajador to perfectly hand-rolled cigars from street vendors, Santo Domingo is a shopper's paradise. In fact, many shoppers have come in search over the years for rocking chairs since President John F. Kennedy made famous his favorite rocking chair -- a gift from the Dominicans. Santo Domingo itself is a haven for unique handicrafts, Dominican rum, amber, hats, mahogany and much more. Golf Courses
Golfers staying at the Occidental El Embajador will enjoy a selection of world class courses available nearby for an additional fee and conveniently situated just minutes from the resort. Courses include the Isabel Villas Country Club, a 9-hole, par 27 course; the Cayacoa Country Club, an 18-hole, par 72 course and the Loma de Chivo Country Club, a 9-hole, par 27 course. Dining & Entertainment
Guests of the Occidental El Embajador do not have to look far for fine dining options that have satisfied some of the world's most distinguished travelers. The hotel features two gourmet a la carte restaurants, The Embassy Club and Los Porches, as well as a delectable international buffet. Culture Santo Domingo is an electric city alive with rich culture and steeped in history. Founded in 1492 by Christopher Columbus, this island paradise has blossomed as one of the Caribbean's most colorful cultures combining Spanish, French and Caribbean influences in everyday living. Food, music and revered pastimes such as winter baseball and dancing to the rhythmic beat of meringue and bachata animate the local atmosphere with tremendous style.
Las Américas International Airport is serviced by most major U.S. airlines and is situated about 18 miles from the downtown area of Santo Domingo. Downtown Santo Domingo traffic can get hectic like any major metropolitan area and taxis are highly recommended to navigate the local scene. The Occidental El Embajador is a 45 minute ride from the airport. Weather
The Dominican Republic features a rugged and mountainous terrain with the Atlantic Ocean on the country's northern coastline and the Caribbean Sea to the south. Santo Domingo is situated on the island's protected southern coast and features an average year round temperature of 80° F. Shopping
From great duty free shopping at the Occidental El Embajador to perfectly hand-rolled cigars from street vendors, Santo Domingo is a shopper's paradise. In fact, many shoppers have come in search over the years for rocking chairs since President John F. Kennedy made famous his favorite rocking chair -- a gift from the Dominicans. Santo Domingo itself is a haven for unique handicrafts, Dominican rum, amber, hats, mahogany and much more. Golf Courses
Golfers staying at the Occidental El Embajador will enjoy a selection of world class courses available nearby for an additional fee and conveniently situated just minutes from the resort. Courses include the Isabel Villas Country Club, a 9-hole, par 27 course; the Cayacoa Country Club, an 18-hole, par 72 course and the Loma de Chivo Country Club, a 9-hole, par 27 course. Dining & Entertainment
Guests of the Occidental El Embajador do not have to look far for fine dining options that have satisfied some of the world's most distinguished travelers. The hotel features two gourmet a la carte restaurants, The Embassy Club and Los Porches, as well as a delectable international buffet. Culture Santo Domingo is an electric city alive with rich culture and steeped in history. Founded in 1492 by Christopher Columbus, this island paradise has blossomed as one of the Caribbean's most colorful cultures combining Spanish, French and Caribbean influences in everyday living. Food, music and revered pastimes such as winter baseball and dancing to the rhythmic beat of meringue and bachata animate the local atmosphere with tremendous style.








