Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando is a hotel housed by a historic building from 1502 in downtown, comprising three stone houses that include the ancient house of Governor Nicolás de Ovando, founder of Santo Domingo. Facilities include an outdoor pool, a restaurant blending Dominican and European flavors, and a bar ideal to read a book or play billiards. For business travelers, there is free WiFi, a business center, and conference facilities to accommodate up to 250 guests. The 97 guest rooms and suites boast a mixture of historic elegance and contemporary design. All accommodations are equipped with TV, in-room safe, minibar, telephone, and air conditioning. Some rooms offer views to the courtyard, while others overlook the street or the port. The hotel has a fitness center and provides room service, babysitting, and a parking area. The property is located in the historic center, next to the fort of the city and the Trampolín Children´s Museum, and less than 1 kilometer (0.6 mi) from María de Toledo Square, the Dominican Amber Museum, Colón Park, Basilica Cathedral of Santa María la Menor, and Montesinos Beach. Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) is 29 kilometers (18 mi) from the hotel. Before your trip, please check directly with the national government the entry and stay requirements of the country you are visiting. Keep in mind that it is the responsibility of the traveler to meet the rules and regulations established by the destination country.