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Puerto Plata Overview

Columbus wanted to establish a city at Puerto Plata and name it La Isabela. Unfortunately, a tempest detained him, so it wasn't until 1502 that Nicolás de Ovando founded Puerto Plata ("port of silver"), 209km (130 miles) northwest of Santo Domingo. The port became the last stop for ships going back to Europe, their holds laden with treasures taken from the New World. Read More

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Hotels

from: $75

Viva Wyndham Playa Dorada Resort All Inclusive

Playa Dorada Complex
Puerto Plata 000 Map

Distance: 0.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
3.0
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BlueBay Villas Doradas (All Inclusive)

Playa Dorada
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Distance: 0.0 mi.
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Hotel Class: 3 class stars
Expert Rated & Recommended
4.0

Caribbean Village Playa Dorada - All Inclusive

Playa Dorada Complex
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Distance: 0.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
3.0

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Attractions

Pico Isabel de Torres

South of Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Distance: 0.4 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0

Costambar

2km west of Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Distance: 1.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: For some, Costambar—not Playa Dorada—has the best beach in the Puerto Plata area. It... Read More
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Ocean World

Playa Cofresi
5km west of Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Distance: 3.1 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Popular marine amusement park with various animal shows and encounter programs, including dolphins and sea lions, plus an artificial canal where you can snorkel among fish and other sealife. ... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Airports

Major Airports near Puerto Plata

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Other Smaller Airports near Puerto Plata

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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Puerto Plata Vacation Rentals

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from: $275

3-6 br Crown Villas w/pool in All-Inclusive Resort

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 6.5
Sleeps: 12
Amenities: No Pets, Non-Smoking, Swimming Pool
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from: $157

All-Inclusive VIP Private Crown Villa w/ Pool

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Ceiling fans, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Swimming Pool, TV
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from: $175

Villa, Private Pool, Platinum Supreme Owner

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: No Pets, Non-Smoking, Swimming Pool

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