Puerto Plata Beach Travel Guide

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Beach in Costa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Beach in Costa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic (courtesy, The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism)
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Puerto Plata Beach Travel Tips

By Matt Link
  • August is the warmest month of the year and January the coolest month, although temperatures hover in the 80s year-round. Be aware that it rains more on average in Puerto Plata than in drier eastern areas like Punta Cana.
  • Although most tourists to Puerto Plata are quite content to stay firmly put at their beachside all-inclusive resort, if you do want to explore other beaches check out Cabarete, about 19 miles east of Puerto Plata. It’s famous for having nearly two miles of sand and is a world-renowned windsurfing capital.
  • Although swimsuits and shorts are fine for the beach areas, casual slacks and sundresses are more culturally appropriate in the city.
  • Local beach vendors will persistently ask if you want to rent a chaise lounge if your resort doesn’t offer them, but keep in mind that prices are negotiable.
  • The fair-skinned or sun-adverse will enjoy Guarapitao Beach, just to the west of Puerto Plata, with its plentiful shade.

Beach Overview: Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

By Matt Link
A tourist resort development since the 1980s, Puerto Plata is one of the main spots sun-deprived North Americans and Europeans head to in the Dominican Republic. Slightly cheaper than better-known Punta Cana, and with smaller beaches, Puerto Plata is located on the country’s northern coast and appeals to those visitors who prefer to explore outside the confines of their resorts. Read More

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Hotels

from: $186

Casa Colonial Beach & Spa

Playa Dorada
Puerto plata . Map

Distance: 0.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

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5.0
from: $78

Grand Oasis Marien - All Inclusive

Costa Dorada
Puerto Plata 00000 Map

Distance: 0.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Gran Ventana Beach Resort

Playa Dorada
Puerto Plata

Distance: 3.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Attractions

Playa Dorada

expert favorite attraction
3 km east of Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Distance: 34.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description: A good reason to stay in one of the all-inclusives is to take advantage of Playa Dorada. Two long... Read More
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Laurel Eastman Kiteboarding

expert favorite attraction
Bozo Beach
Cabarete, Dominican Republic

Distance: 19.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: One of many kiteboarding schools and outfits in Cabarete, this one is operated by Laurel Eastman, one of the world's best kiteboarders, with an emphasis on fun, safety, and solid fundamentals.... Read More
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Pico Isabel de Torres

South of Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Distance: 0.4 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0
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Distance (mi.)
Puerto Plata La Union Airport 1.5 map
Santiago Municipal Airport 22.0 map
Santo Domingo Las Americas Airport 125.6 map

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