I think basically you would be subleasing the property if you pay the rent to the property owner, but then rent it to Airbnb guests. Make sure you have a very clear subleasing clause in your contract. There is much information in the Dominican Civil Code as it pertains to rentals and leases, tenants and property owners, etc.
COMMON RULES TO THE LEASES OF RURAL HOUSES AND
HACIENDAS. Article 1714 to Article 1762
Ralph Taylor