Not a bad stay. Checking in was a hassle as the front desk clerk was not available for over 10 minutes as I stood outside of the locked building in the Santo Domingo heat on a very sketchy block. A neighborhood gentleman had to scream into an open window to get the attention of staff to open the door. Once inside, the room I booked was not available so they changed me to a “better room” which had a disgusting smoking and other strange smell for most of my 5-night stay for which I was told there were no other rooms available. They tried to remedy the smell by preparing coffee on the stove in the room to allegedly absorb the smell as well as placing aroma sticks in the unit. There are no elevators in this hotel and my room was on the 4th floor, for which I got a serious cardio workout every day. I had to immediately report some damage in the unit to ensure I would not be held responsible for them. POSITIVES: The staff was very friendly and tried to be accommodating. The location is in the middle of historic and cultural rich sightseeing spots as well as walking distance to the water front. The room was spacious and clean but could use improvement, Great WiFi Connection. CONS: Only allowed one guest is allowed at a time (per Registration Contract), No Elevator, Parking is limited on area, Daily Breakfast is location at a restaurant around the corner from building (less than 5-minute walk), Located in very much residential area (Pro/Con). OVERALL: Not a terrible stay