Kimpton to Make Dominican Republic Debut This Summer

IHG Hotels & Resorts will open Kimpton Las Mercedes, the first Kimpton brand hotel in the Dominican Republic, in Santo Domingo this summer. 

The 130-room, boutique luxury hotel features eight rooftop suites with balconies, a rooftop pool and fitness center, a ballroom and meeting spaces, and bars and restaurants. 

“We look forward to expanding Kimpton’s presence in the Caribbean, and Kimpton Las Mercedes will bring a distinct, inspiring experience to this historic destination,” said Paul Adan, regional SVP of development, Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean, for IHG Hotels & Resorts. “The hotel will welcome visitors and locals alike with its refined style, innovative restaurants and bars and heartfelt service while simultaneously serving as a gateway for guests to uncover all that Santo Domingo has to offer.”  

Kimpton Las Mercedes’ public spaces include the Jose Marti Ballroom, the hotel’s signature restaurant Zola, a secluded courtyard garden bar and lounge El Patio, and a cigar and rum lounge showcasing a 500-year-old well that was recently restored. 

During renovations of the building, the historical 16th century structure was expertly preserved and refurbished. Kimpton will incorporate its well-known services at this hotel, as well, including morning coffee and tea service, evening social hour, a “Forgot It? We’ve Got It!” program, in-room yoga mats, and pet-friendly policies. 

This will be the fifth Kimpton hotel in the Caribbean and Latin America. Bookings are now available for stays as early as July 1, 2024.