Santiago

[FlbMac31]

Thanks for the detailed response! By "chica-friendly" I mean that the hotel will allow guests with a cedula. That's what I became accustomed to in SD and other areas of the DR.

Are you recommending Hodelpa Gran Almirante over the centro location? I am traveling alone. Just 3 nights. And wanted to be near things.

I have a personal like for Almirante but the rates can be high. Check the web carefully and even call ahead or email to see what special offers they may have.

Centro is in "downtown" and subject to the hustle of the city. I cannot vouch for security in the evenings or for parking if you are driving. There is plenty of parking at Almirante.

You have an advantage if you speak Spanish. I am probably at about a 30% testing level, so am comfortable taking the local conchos to get around.

PM me with more details of your plans and I can offer more a more detailed response.

[Jooks]

I live here in Santiago and have a preference for the Hodelpa brand. You need to be more clear about your request for chica friendly locations. I summise something has happened here in DR as the Hodelpa front desk clerks are meticulous about checking out the cedula or passport. I personally hate the practice but understand that the desk staff will hold the cedula or passport if there are any issues with a chica in your room. And it is also not uncommon if the chica comes to the front desk to request the card on departure the front desk will call the room and ask how you stay has been. You missing anything, any problems, etc. That means they will call the police and give the card to them if you don't accompany why our guest to the front desk or clear them. For overnight guests or a short visit from the casino girls, it's a great security practice. Since the girls don't want that their card withheld or given to the police, you can pretty much count on a nice time without any concerns.

Now the practice can also be a hassle if you just happen to be traveling with a family member. My wife and daughter go berserk when they ask for their card because the practice makes them feel like the hotel sees them as a streetwalker.

HOdelpa Gran Almirante is a favorite of the Hodelpa brand. It's a little pricey. Want to have a good show then go down to the lobby area and grab a seat before the casino opens. The chicas hang around the front door and in the lobby hoping someone will escort them into the casino. Free buffet and they can get a drink, negotiate some cash to gamble and can go through the guest only door at the back of the casino as there is often no cedula check ro required if security is not there. I always go through the front entrance, and if there are objections, well, adios.

The girls in the lobby usually dress very elegantly in apparent expensive wardrobes. If you want to P4P you are going to be talking about a higher rate as expectations are usually an all-night party.

For me when I want some discrete time, I just give the security guard at the front door a nice tip and ask if he has a suggestion. They know who the problem babies are and can keep you safe at a reasonable P4P rate.

Smooth sailing and let us all know how it went.

Cheers.

Thanks for the detailed response! By "chica-friendly" I mean that the hotel will allow guests with a cedula. That's what I became accustomed to in SD and other areas of the DR.

Are you recommending Hodelpa Gran Almirante over the centro location? I am traveling alone. Just 3 nights. And wanted to be near things.

[Jooks]

It is chica friendly, you can just bring your guest straight to the room. Place is over priced IMHO.

Thanks for the response. What hotel (s) do you recommend? I'm in the $100 range.

[Qualude]

I like what I read about it, from Camaro and online. Does anyone know if it's chica-friendly?

It is chica friendly, you can just bring your guest straight to the room. Place is over priced IMHO.

[FlbMac31]

I like what I read about it, from Camaro and online. Does anyone know if it's chica-friendly?

I live here in Santiago and have a preference for the Hodelpa brand. You need to be more clear about your request for chica friendly locations. I summise something has happened here in DR as the Hodelpa front desk clerks are meticulous about checking out the cedula or passport. I personally hate the practice but understand that the desk staff will hold the cedula or passport if there are any issues with a chica in your room. And it is also not uncommon if the chica comes to the front desk to request the card on departure the front desk will call the room and ask how you stay has been. You missing anything, any problems, etc. That means they will call the police and give the card to them if you don't accompany why our guest to the front desk or clear them. For overnight guests or a short visit from the casino girls, it's a great security practice. Since the girls don't want that their card withheld or given to the police, you can pretty much count on a nice time without any concerns.

Now the practice can also be a hassle if you just happen to be traveling with a family member. My wife and daughter go berserk when they ask for their card because the practice makes them feel like the hotel sees them as a streetwalker.

HOdelpa Gran Almirante is a favorite of the Hodelpa brand. It's a little pricey. Want to have a good show then go down to the lobby area and grab a seat before the casino opens. The chicas hang around the front door and in the lobby hoping someone will escort them into the casino. Free buffet and they can get a drink, negotiate some cash to gamble and can go through the guest only door at the back of the casino as there is often no cedula check ro required if security is not there. I always go through the front entrance, and if there are objections, well, adios.

The girls in the lobby usually dress very elegantly in apparent expensive wardrobes. If you want to P4P you are going to be talking about a higher rate as expectations are usually an all-night party.

For me when I want some discrete time, I just give the security guard at the front door a nice tip and ask if he has a suggestion. They know who the problem babies are and can keep you safe at a reasonable P4P rate.

Smooth sailing and let us all know how it went.

Cheers.

[DriveAllNight]

I like what I read about it, from Camaro and online. Does anyone know if it's chica-friendly?

Hotelpa Caribe is friendly.

[Jooks]

I like what I read about it, from Camaro and online. Does anyone know if it's chica-friendly?

[Jooks]

Simply search the thread for "Camaro Santiago" and you will find a couple of in-depth reports by Camaro with the answers you seek.

Everything I wanted to know! Thank you Camaro.

[JjBee62]

Haven't been to the DR in several years, never to Santiago. JetBlue is running a great special there and I have a week, so. Can I impose and ask for an executive summary of the place from the perspective of ISG? Hotels ($100 or so vicinity), chicas, things to do, etc.

Thank you.

Simply search the thread for "Camaro Santiago" and you will find a couple of in-depth reports by Camaro with the answers you seek.

[Jooks]

Haven't been to the DR in several years, never to Santiago. JetBlue is running a great special there and I have a week, so. Can I impose and ask for an executive summary of the place from the perspective of ISG? Hotels ($100 or so vicinity), chicas, things to do, etc.

Thank you.

[FlbMac31]

Wow! A 5 for only 2700 pesos! What time is the next bus to Santiago?

I wish more brothers would participate in responding to this question. I had asked my 24 year old stepson about Passions and was told to stay the hell away. He's a student and has several friends who've been there and each offers a uniform warning about safety, security and help when you need it.

So please, after your visit expand on your personal knowledge.

[Charles Pooter]

Passions was great if it is still open. All the girls were at least 5's plus is was just 2700 pesos.

Wow! A 5 for only 2700 pesos! What time is the next bus to Santiago?

[FlbMac31]

I don't usually hang in that area because it's out of the way for me, but I had a chance this last week to drop one of my regulars off there at almost the same spot I made a drop off almost 18 months ago.

Hotel Matum and casino is located just after you take the Estrella Sadhala overpass on Autopista 1 from Santo Domingo and just before you approach Monumento a LOS heroes. The highway name changes to Av Las Carerras. This is a four lane highway with a division between the two north and south lanes that is usually a pretty active local eateries. You can make a safe you-turn at this point over to the lanes returning to Santo Domingo.

I was impressed with the number of chicas standing on this south lane sidewalk about 8:30 this last Friday. The number of cars pulling onto the curb was a clear indicator they were trolling for business. So, this is a second spot for local pickups at reasonable and negotiable rates.

I didn't partake, but wondering if others in this forum can expand on both Hotel Matum and activity in this area?

[Jofronic]

Last time I was in Santiago. We frequented Passions for P2P. Is this place still open? Also which is better for mongering Santiago or Sousa?

Passions was great if it is still open. All the girls were at least 5's plus is was just 2700 pesos.

[ShoeStrngBgt]

Are you on a shoe string budget? In which case, I would recommend Alberto's Suites (but there is a new name now) - about 1000 pesos (corner of Calle Santome intersecting with Calle Vicente Estrella). Very close to the Monument and so cab ride will essentially be highway.

If not on a shoe string budget, you can try Hotel Matum. Next to the monument. It has a casino etc.

Thank you for the suggestion, I decided on Hotel Matum. I met a DC Chica there at checking to avoid the "guest fee" of $20. One thing I have to say about the quality of Chicas in Santiago. WOW. I only had one night there at the disco in the casino but the quality certainly has passed what is available in Sosua. However; the vast majority of these chicas are not P4P (although enough certainly are such). My next trip I will certainly be reducing Sosua time in favor of Santiago time. Better quality of chicas, less of the Sosua hustle, more of a GFE experience. I am sure every disco is differently but if they are P4P after making eye contact they will approach you asking if you would like a chica for the night. Also, the ability to speak a little Spanish makes a huge difference; now, if only I could dance.