Puerto Plata Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fort San Felipe which includes heritage elements
Puerto Plata which includes a beach as well as a small group of people
Playa Dorada showing a luxury hotel or resort
Fort San Felipe which includes heritage elements and general coastal views
Puerto Plata featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Puerto Plata

Playa Dorada featuring tropical scenes, a sandy beach and a sunset

Playa Dorada

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

Playa Dorada
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Costa Dorada

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Costa Dorada and surrounding area, you can visit Playa Dorada and Long Beach.

Costa Dorada
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Costambar

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

Costambar
Puerto Plata featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Centro Histórico

While visiting Centro Histórico, you might make a stop by sights like St. Philip the Apostle Cathedral and Independence Park.

Centro Histórico
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Ensanche Miramar

When in Ensanche Miramar, you can plan a visit to Fort San Felipe and Puerto Plata Cable Car Base Station, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ensanche Miramar
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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.

El Pueblito
Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada - All Inclusive

Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Luperon Km 2.5, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,526 reviews)
"The best in puerto plata"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

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Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada - All Inclusive
Senator Puerto Plata

Senator Puerto Plata

4 out of 5
Bahía de Maimon, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
The price is 7.010.847 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
7.010.847 ₫
8.973.884 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,561 reviews)
"The hotel itself was good, the pool and beach also good. The food in the other hand was not bad but needs more variety. The rooms are comfortable. The activities were a little off. But i would say i would visit again"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Senator Puerto Plata
Playabachata

Playabachata

4 out of 5
Bahia de Maimon, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
The price is 4.559.924 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
4.559.924 ₫
5.836.703 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (2,001 reviews)
"The food was exceptional. Many things to choose from. The bedding experience was good. The pool was amazing. Unfortunately the toilet needs a better cleaning."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

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 3.5-star beach apartment in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
"My sister and I were very impressed with the facility. The restaurants were lovely, food was great. The beach was absolutely beautiful. The room/apt was perfect after our long day of travel. Thank you everyone"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Xeliter Green One Playa Dorada
Costambar

Costambar

3 out of 5
8 Rey Fernando, Costambar, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (336 reviews)
"I enjoy the pool , the place was clean except the bed. The bed had dust and the windows were bright. The curtains were noticeably."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Costambar
Royal Terrace PRINCE III

Royal Terrace PRINCE III

3.5 out of 5
Calle 6 No. 52, Urbanización Los Reyes, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an on-site winery. Popular attractions Playa Dorada and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"The property is located pretty close to the cultural and historic spots of Puerto Plata with easy access to the Bus station, restaurants, beaches, and convenience stores. Bike taxis are typically available beside the building for cheap transportation to various tourists spots. Hector is a fine host ..."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

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Popular places to visit

Playa Dorada showing a luxury hotel or resort and a beach

Playa Dorada

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Playa Dorada, a popular beach in Playa Dorada.

Playa Dorada
Dominican Republic featuring general coastal views, a bay or harbour and a coastal town

Malecón De Puerto Plata

After visiting Malecón De Puerto Plata, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Puerto Plata. Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Malecón De Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata Cable Car showing a gondola and general coastal views

Puerto Plata Cable Car Base Station

You can take time to visit Puerto Plata Cable Car Base Station during your travels to Puerto Plata. Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.

Puerto Plata Cable Car Base Station
Fort San Felipe showing heritage elements and military items

Fort San Felipe

You can learn about the history of Puerto Plata with a trip to Fort San Felipe. Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.

Fort San Felipe
Playa Costambar

Playa Costambar

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Costambar during your trip to Costambar?

Playa Costambar
Pico Isabel de Torres which includes a statue or sculpture and religious elements as well as a small group of people

Pico Isabel de Torres

You can learn about the history of Puerto Plata with a trip to Pico Isabel de Torres. Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Pico Isabel de Torres

Cities near Puerto Plata

Luperon

Luperon

Dominican Republic featuring a lake or waterhole, a waterfall and a gorge or canyon

Imbert

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