Title: Island Life Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Island Life Hostel Experience colonial charm with modern fun! Chill out by the pool or explore nearby attractions after fueling up on breakfast. ## Photo gallery for Island Life Hostel ![Terrace/patio - Island Life Hostel (Santo Domingo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214583/636d4fbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast - Island Life Hostel (Santo Domingo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214583/2f282db4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Island Life Hostel (Santo Domingo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214583/d7d2eea5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe - Island Life Hostel (Santo Domingo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214583/ecf3ea28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Island Life Hostel (Santo Domingo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214583/d0f1fa9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in the heart of Zona Colonial, Island Life Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere with cooked-to-order breakfast, rooftop terrace views, and lush gardens. Relax by the outdoor pool or challenge friends to a game at the arcade/game room or billiards/pool table. With dry cleaning/laundry services and tour/ticket assistance available. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 18 - Jan. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=10214583&PinnedHotelID=10214583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=10214583&PinnedHotelID=10214583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 19 - Jan. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=10214583&PinnedHotelID=10214583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=10214583&PinnedHotelID=10214583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10214583&PinnedHotelID=10214583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10214583&PinnedHotelID=10214583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - 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[Visit our Santo Domingo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Santo-Domingo.dx180024) [View more Hostels in Santo Domingo](https://www.expedia.ca/Santo-Domingo-Hostels.d180024-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C18.47817%2C-69.88431&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aAVSLK99NFw8kFHvCI9cHXLY7rY=) Calle Isabel La Catolica #356, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, 10210 ### What's nearby - Calle Las Damas \- 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - Calle El Conde \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Columbus Park \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Malecon \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - Eduardo Brito Station - 4 min drive - Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ) - 27 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Granier - ‬4 min walk - ‪Pat'e Palo European Brasserie - ‬3 min walk - ‪Casa de los Dulces - ‬3 min walk - ‪Sabina Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Restaurante Atarazana - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Island Life Hostel Hostel near Malecon Consider a stay at Island Life Hostel and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this hostel include: - An outdoor pool - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe - Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and a billiards/pool table - Tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Island Life Hostel have amenities such as safes. 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Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Laundry 8.8 Excellent 11 reviews CA $43 CA $58 total includes taxes & fees Jan 19 - Jan 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=111106157&PinnedHotelID=111106157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - midnight Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds 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 ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - 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. ### You need to know 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 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Island Life Backpacker's Hostel Santo Domingo Island Life Backpacker's Santo Domingo Island Life Backpacker's Island Life Hostel Santo Domingo Island Life Santo Domingo Island Life Backpacker's Hostel Life Hostel Santo Domingo Island Life Hostel Santo Domingo Island Life Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Island Life Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santo Domingo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Island Life Hostel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Island Life Hostel? ### Is Island Life Hostel pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Island Life Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Island Life Hostel? ### Does Island Life Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Island Life Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Island Life Hostel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 49 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 8 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Mylene Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Exactly for what you need: a night close to the airport ##### Mylene Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry Jul 15, 2024 Excellent staff and even better price ##### Larry Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brianna Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Brianna Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mylene Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities 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. ##### Mylene Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nayna Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Staff & service 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! ##### Nayna Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raul May 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay ##### Raul Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leendert Jan 14, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay, staff was very welcoming and friendly. Great vibe at this location, I’ll definitely stay here again. ##### Leendert ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy Victoria Nov 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff! ##### Christy Victoria Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Aug 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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! ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### eric Jul 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff is very welcoming, it is a place that makes you feel at home right off the bat! I will recommend this place, for sure! ##### eric Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gaoussou Jun 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice hostel in a great location. Right near the top attractions, restaurants and bars. The staff is absolutely amazing and the nicest people. They are very helpful in giving tips and advice on how to navigate the city and answer any questions. Would highly recommend. ##### Gaoussou Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### kurt Dec 20, 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities No hot water. Smelled bad. Dirty mattress. Dogs living on the property barked all night. ##### kurt ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronald Mar 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Know what you are getting 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 . ##### Ronald Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Arjun Dec 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service Loved the property and the people I met there - just had a big complaint about the owner. I've stayed in dozens of hostels while travelling through over 30 countries but this has been the most incosiderate hostel owner I've ever seen. He likes keeping his dogs on property both of which like barking really loudly at random noises throughout the night which kept me up. He also just brings his friends over on weekdays from out of the hostel to e party right in front of the rooms (they didn't even go to the common area) which also kept me up. Also someone got sick in my dorm and was asking the owner if he could get some medicine or some help from the owner who was on property, but the owner refused to even go to the room to see him. I wouldn't recommend booking this property because I think it's a bad idea to give money/support a bad hostel owner like this one. ##### Arjun Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Didier Dec 2, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Hostel inteiro é sujo, parece que não é limpo há anos. O car ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4fee235a-b33c-45d1-8720-9c378d570791-1764703285194.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2f0cede5-7254-48f0-91a3-669d9266dd21-1764703284960.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/69c65a0c-d03d-4ab3-a963-2e6de30463ff-1764703285412.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b91633d8-20bd-4d97-93d0-1ea359c362a3-1764703283975.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Didier Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Constanza Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities La limpieza y muebles de la propiedad deja mucho que desear, al igual que la atención al cliente, el personal fue inaccesible con la reserva desde antes de llegar a la propiedad. Al igual que la comunicación fue limitante ya que no todos hablan bien el español. ##### Constanza Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### SEBASTIEN Apr 7, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness #### Bien placé L'hôtel est bien placé pour visiter la zone coloniale a pied On a tout fait en une demi journée... ##### SEBASTIEN Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort La pasé muy bien en el hotel , el personal muy acomedido y las instalaciones en buenas condiciones y sobre todo la ubicación para ir a los diferentes lugares turísticos ... excelente . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MARIA Jun 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities gracias por el desayuno incluido ##### MARIA Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Roman May 2, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities La peor experiencia en un hostel ##### Roman Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esturain Jan 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Exelente. Rebaso mis expectativas muy buen lugar la ubicacion y la atencion muy amigables y respetuosos . Lo recomiendo al 200 % exelente hostal. ##### Esturain Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Ramon, Santo Domingo Jan 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities it couldn't be better located ##### Ramon Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Dec 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place is like an oasis in a desert of sulking, scowling misery. Pedro is an excellent manager and super helpful. The staff are smiling and extremely pleasant. This has an amazing effect on the travelers mood. The young Frenchman is an amusing character. The Hungarian volunteer who showed me to my room was especially awesome. The small rooms are really all one needs and the colonial character fits in with the zone. All of the important sites are within ten minutes walking distance. Free wi-fi and about 150 pesos for an Uber to the bus station. A little noisy in the courtyard at night but the cacophony of conversation is constant like white noise on the TV so I slept well. Don't waste your money - stay here! ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hostel in great condition Located in an a stuning building, having a great atmosphere with the guests and staff. The breakfast is good and you'll have everything you need. Dont skip this one while travelling around the D.R. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Morgane May 13, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Soleil Plein de soleil et de repos ##### Morgane Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Vallartasol](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Hotel-Vallartasol.h551970.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Osaka-Hotels-Sheraton-Miyako-Hotel-Osaka.h22872.Hotel-Information) > > [Arizona Charlie's Boulder](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Arizona-Charlies-Boulder-Casino-Hotel.h63082.Hotel-Information) > > [Haven Riviera Cancun - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Haven-Riviera-Cancun-Resort-SPA-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h23092201.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Mount Robson Provincial Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Robson-Provincial-Park-Hotels.0-l6125937-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Dominican Fiesta Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Santo-Domingo-Hotels-Dominican-Fiesta-Hotel-Casino.h1439712.Hotel-Information) > > [Live Aqua Cancun - Adults Only - All-Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Live-Aqua-Beach-Resort-Cancun-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h1140762.Hotel-Information) > > [Campuestohan Highland Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Talisay-Hotels-Campuestohan-Highland-Resort.h35238602.Hotel-Information) > > [Camino Real Polanco Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico-City-Hotels-Camino-Real-Polanco-Mexico.h9253.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in India](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-India.d80.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Avela Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Avela-Boutique-Hotel.h35045665.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Real Santo Domingo by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Santo-Domingo-Hotels-Intercontinental-Real-Santo-Domingo.h13179438.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Channel-Port aux Basques](https://www.expedia.ca/Channel-Port-Aux-Basques-Hotels.d58060.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana, Gourmet All Inclusive by Karisma](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Nickelodeon-Hotels-Resorts-Punta-Cana.h13145542.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cancun Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Cancun-Airport.h34773624.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/las/toronto-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Coimbatore (CJB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cjb/toronto-to-coimbatore) > > [Flights from Terrace, BC (YXT-Northwest Regional) to Prince Rupert, BC (YPR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxt/ypr/terrace-to-prince-rupert) > > [Flights from Dorval (YUL) to Flushing (LGA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/lga/montreal-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Cape Town (CPT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cpt/toronto-to-cape-town) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Vilnius (VNO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/vno/toronto-to-vilnius) > > [Flights from Cassidy (YCD) to Richmond (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ycd/yvr/nanaimo-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/las/yyc/las-vegas-to-calgary) ### Cars