I chose this hotel because the last time I came to Santo Domingo I FROZE at La Jaragua, hoping for a little more control over my room, and hoping not freeze everytime I left my room. So, on that note Clarion is much better. Although I've realized that in DR you have to choose between ac and wetness. All in all, the hotels are about even. Clarion has the best beds, nicest linens and cleanest room (although the toilet seats don't fit proper and so they will not stay up on their own - not sure what the guys do???). The breakfast is adequate, included as is internet. So if you tend to eat a big breakfast it is nice to have it included. Pizza by the slice right around the corner - delicious! And a decent little bar/cafe within a block or so of safe walking. The staff is friendly. However, it was difficult/impossible to get early check out - so I'll have to be up by 4am to leave time for check out. I will probably go back to La Jaragua the next time but stay in the older building, the Garden Suites, that don't have a/c in the halls and otherwise about the same although you have to walk outside to get to any amenities (but I LIKE to walk outside as opposed to hotel hallways). There is more to do within walking distance there and closer to my meetings. Finally, it all depends on what is important and what you want/need in proximity.

Just make sure to book the PREMIUM rooms that simply means are the refurbished and new ones. I guess soon, all rooms will be premium ones.
Free internet, great breakfast, staff attitute is A+. No guests are allowed in the rooms, this way they keep it quiet at night. Some do appreciate that.
Hotel is orieted to families and executives.

This is one of the better hotels in Santo Domingo in terms of value for money. There is free FAST wifi, complimentary breakfast but for me the piece de resistance is the gym that is included free of charge. The hotel does not have gym facilities of its own but it does provide free entry to one of the best gyms I have ever seen, just across the road at the back of the hotel. Sure, it is not part of the hotel, and you do have to walk all the way across the car park to get to it, but I can assure you that you will not be disappointed if you go there.
The hotel staff are exceptionally pleasant although the number of towels you get on a daily basis seems to be determined quite randomly though this is just a quirk of the place and easily remedied by a quick call to reception.
Clean, spacious rooms that are bright and airy with all the amenities you desire.

we came to this hotel for one night and we are traveling with 3 adults and to young kids. we have stayed in a few of the top hotels in Santo Domingo but this has defiantly been the best. we liked it so much we came back the next week, and the service only again exceeded our expectations. very clean very nice workers, great breakfast included. no parking fee, free wifi (fast) and the list could just go on.

Thank you Clarion