Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic — June 9, 2026 — Casas del XVI, a leading boutique hotel in the heart of Santo Domingo’s Colonial City, is pleased to announce that it has been recognized with two prestigious awards from the Latin American Wedding & MICE Awards (LAWA): Best Romantic Hotel in the Dominican Republic and Best Romantic Hotel in Santo Domingo. This dual honor underscores the hotel’s steadfast commitment to exceptional hospitality, unforgettable romantic escapes, and stylish intimate weddings.
Being nominated and winning two regional recognitions reflects the hotels elevated standards, attention to detail, and ability to create romantic experiences that resonate with couples seeking intimate celebrations and refined getaways.
The awards position Casas del XVI among the top romantic destinations in the region, validating years of dedication to exceptional hospitality, privacy and personalized guest service in a historic setting.
“Being recognized as the Best Romantic Hotel in Santo Domingo and the Dominican Republic is a testament to our team’s dedication to exceptional hospitality and memorable celebrations,” said Yuribell Chez, General Manager of Casas del XVI. “We are inspired to continue delivering uniquely magical experiences for couples and guests”.
The Latin American Wedding Awards are a respected platform in the wedding and hospitality community, signaling to couples, planners, and partners that Casas del XVI is a top choice for romance and bespoke celebrations.
The award is a testament to the hard work, creativity and passion of the hotel’s team, said Carlos Frías, Events Manager of Casas del XVI. “Receiving this recognition fuels our commitment to designing and executing intimate weddings and romantic experiences that truly reflect each couple’s story”.
At Casas del XVI historic elegance meets modern luxury. The hotel operates across a collection of carefully restored antique houses in the Colonial City, blending heritage with contemporary comforts to create a magical, romantic atmosphere. Individual houses with distinct themes and amenities accommodate 21 well-appointed guest rooms. It is a curated setting for boutique, destination, and honeymoon celebrations, with personalized planning and immersive experiences, including a Getting Ready Suite for seamless wedding day preparations.
The Latin American Wedding Awards recognize excellence in weddings and romance across Latin America, highlighting venues, planners, and service providers that create extraordinary experiences for couples on their special day.
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About Casas del XVI
Casas del XVI is a luxury boutique hotel in Santo Domingo’s Colonial City housed in beautifully restored historic houses. Each house blends colonial charm with contemporary comfort to provide guests with a sigular experience and personalized service.
The hotel is operated by Hotel Equities CALA LLC and owned by Solara Real Estate Ltd., a company in the Terra República Dominicana Real Estate Investment Fund co-managed by Terra RD Partners and INICIA.
