Sosúa
In 1938, Rafael Trujillo agreed to take in 100-200k Jewish refugees at the Evian Conference, former President Franklin D. Roosevelt coordinated. Trujillo's desire to clean up his image for brutally killing 18,000 Haitians in 1937, his intent to further develop the nation by importing educated people and his long-term goal to lighten the Dominican race inspired his decision. Only a little over 600 refugees arrived in the DR and settled in Sosúa. Today there are only about seven families remaining.
Places to Sleep
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Coco Hotel Sosúa: This hotel is minutes away from downtown Sosúa and provide an affordable price for the area at $25-$40/night double bed w/fan and private en-suite, depending on the season.
151 A. Martinez
Email: hotelcoco@gmail.com
Tel: 809-571-3217
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Hotel Orchidee: ​At a great location, this hotel is also within walking distance from all the action. It is equipped with a swimming pool to relax on a lazy, sunny day. $31-$55/night, depending on the season.
Calle Dr. Rosen 24
Email: ben_coool@yahoo.com
Tel: 829-380-0715
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Hotel El Colibri: For $50/night, Colibri will provide you with a simple room and a terrace with a view into the tropical garden. Chill by the swimming pool and take in all the beauty.​​
Calle Pedro Clisante 141, El Batey
Tel: 829-207-1847
Things to do
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Visit the Jewish museum: The museum will definitely give you a better understanding of Sosúa's complex history.​
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​Visit the synagogue: What more can I say. A synagogue in the Dominican Republic? Go!​
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Take a dip at the beach: On the way to the beach y​ou will pass many people trying to convince you to shop at their small stores. Despite an older man following me in and out the water, it was quite relaxing. The sand is soft and white and the water is especially clear and clean. There are activities you can do there, such as snorkeling.​

There are always men walking around with a huge bucket of clams. They are really good when you add a little spice to it. I believe they are about a dozen for 150 pesos or so.

Nightlife
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Eat at POP Bar Cafe: It is an open-air restaurant with red and white decor. They make delectable dishes and savory drinks to get you starting the night right.
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El Flow: This bar is always crowded. The music is truly Dominican: dembow, merengue and bachata. ​
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​Late night dancing at Club 59: One of the only clubs in Sosúa that open there doors around 11. Great Latin music and vibe. Entrance is 200 pesos.
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​​Bar hop at night: This is not difficult given that all the bars are next to each other on a small strip. My favorite spot was El Flow, for certain reasons, but also because they play great music and the atmosphere is lively.
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Sosúa, well, is one of the main towns for sex tourism. As soon as you get to the main strip it is very open. You won't even miss it.
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