Puerto Plata Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A stone fortification with a person walking on a brick pathway.
A coastal fort with a dome turret overlooking the sea, surrounded by lush greenery.
Two people standing on a beach with a view of the ocean and a sunset sky.
A coastal city with dense urban areas and lush green hills.
A lush green landscape with a cable car system, dense forest, and a small town in the background.

Where to stay in Puerto Plata

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A coastal road with a historic fort, clear blue waters, and distant mountains.
Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Open Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

Centro Histórico

While visiting Centro Histórico, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Park and Museum of Taino Art.

A historic stone fort with a stone staircase leading up to a gate.

El Pueblito

Though El Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.

A beach with the sun setting over the ocean, palm trees, and distant mountains.
Photo by John Thompson
Open Photo by John Thompson

Costambar

If you're spending some time in Costambar, Playa Grande and Playa Costambar are top sights worth seeing.

A cave with a wooden walkway and lush greenery.

Los domingues

While there might not be top attractions in Los domingues, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fort San Felipe and Estatua de Gregorio Luperon.

A beach with footprints, palm trees, and a sunset over the ocean.

Playa Dorada

While visiting Playa Dorada, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.

Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive

Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
1 Paradise Drive, Cofresi Beach Puerto Plata Puerto Plata
Fully refundable
The price is 4.930.187 ₫ per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
4.930.187 ₫
6.310.639 ₫ total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free parking, 11 outdoor pools and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (1,461 reviews)
"I traveled with my family and we were supposed to stay for two nights, but we left after the first night because our experience was so disappointing. The resort is not accessible for people with disabilities. We were told that golf carts could only be used by members, and when I explained to customer ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive
Senator Puerto Plata

Senator Puerto Plata

4 out of 5
Bahía de Maimon Puerto Plata Puerto Plata
The price is 5.783.037 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
5.783.037 ₫
7.402.287 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,047 reviews)
"Todo muy bonito y la comida hay poca variedad pero está muy buena, el personal muy amable. Excelente servicio. En total un 9/10"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Senator Puerto Plata
Playabachata

Playabachata

4 out of 5
Bahia de Maimon Puerto Plata Puerto Plata
The price is 4.337.278 ₫ per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
4.337.278 ₫
5.551.716 ₫ total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (2,152 reviews)
"Comida mal cocinada y poca limpieza"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Playabachata
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Xeliter Green One Playa Dorada

Xeliter Green One Playa Dorada

3.5 out of 5
Playa Dorada Puerto Plata Puerto Plata Province
Stay at this beach apartment in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course ...
9/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
"Todo está como en las fotos.! Excelente.! 😎"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Xeliter Green One Playa Dorada
Costambar

Costambar

3 out of 5
8 Rey Fernando, Costambar Puerto Plata Puerto Plata
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very good! (370 reviews)
"We had a lovely, quiet stay here. If you are looking for modern luxury, this isn't it, but it’s a wonderful choice if you appreciate a clean, reliable, and affordable place to rest. ​The apartment has a very practical layout. The kitchen utilities were properly taken care of—the stove, fridge, and ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Costambar
Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas

Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas

3.5 out of 5
Cofresi Puerto Plata Puerto Plata Puerto Plata
Stay at this beach villa in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Cofresi Beach and Fort San Felipe are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
"Clean pool.. awesome view.. host were very nice"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Puerto Plata attractions

A beach with wooden deck, white canopies, and wooden beds.

Playa Dorada

8.6/10 (3,731 reviews)
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Playa Dorada, a popular beach in Puerto Plata.
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A thatched-roof hut by a turquoise lake with a stone wall and greenery.

Luperon

A waterfall flowing into a clear pool surrounded by rocky cliffs.

Imbert

A cable car in a lush green valley with mountains in the background.

Montellano

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