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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Situated on the north coast of the Dominican Republic, Puerto Plata began tourist development in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a beach destination. Visitors do not actually stay in the town of Puerto Plata, a dusty uninspiring small city, but rather in the tourist areas that lie outside. The Playa Dorada Complex is where most resorts are situated. This secured complex is home to a golf course, three casinos, and several all-inclusive resorts set on a good quality, golden sand beach. Most vacationers stay on their resort for a simple diet of beach, pool, sports, and activities offered by their hotel. Other resorts are situated in other more isolated beach areas such as Luperon 90 minutes west, or the small fishing village of Sosua to the east, where hotels are often situated on spectacular cliffs. In addition, the areas of Cabarete, Playa Grande, Samana, and Rio San Juan, are isolated villages east of Puerto Plata on the north coast. Terrain is tropical and mountainous, giving the area an interesting look. Known as the "Amber Coast", shopping in this area is limited to local arts and crafts, leather goods, and amber jewelry. There is some nightlife in Puerto Plata itself, but most visitors stick to their hotel. Nightlife generally is more lively in the larger resorts. We strongly recommend newer four and five star resorts.

Vast differences in location make it difficult to make a general statement about Puerto Plata, but visitors should expect to be satisfied with staying at their all-inclusive resort. This area offers excellent value for those looking for a simple beach holiday. Depending upon the quality of the hotel and the price of your package, this destination could be a better value than Punta Cana or Cuba.

Puerto Plata Quick Facts
Airport Name - Puerto Plata International - POP
Possible Hurricanes - Late June - Early November
Wetter Season - May - November 16 Days/month, heaviest in Jul/Aug
Geography - Lush Forested, Mountainous
Spectator Sports - None
Museums & Galleries - Limited
Duty Free Shopping - Limited
Local Crafts & Souvenirs - Good
Beaches - Good
Casinos - Large Casino in Playa Dorada Complex
Golf - 2 - 18 hole courses 2 - 9 hole courses
Bars & Nightclubs - Limited to Playa Dorada complex / hotels
Restaurant Choice - Limited to Hotels
Watersports - Good
Self Drive - Right-hand drive - available but not recommended
Sightseeing & Excursions - Limited
Scuba Diving - Adequate, Good diving in Sosua
Credit Card Acceptance - Widely Accepted
ATM Availability - Limited
Hotel Packages Available - 49
Water Quality - Bottled water recommended for drinking and brushing teeth
Time Zone - Eastern
Departure Taxes & Fees - 20.00 USD
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Avg. Low181818192122242425212019
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Dominican Republic City Listing
BayahibePuerto PlataPunta Cana
SamanaSanto Domingo
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Hotels offered in Puerto Plata
Allegro Puerto PlataAzzurro ClubAzzurro Club Cabarete
Azzurro Club EstrellaBahia CosonBahia Principe San Juan
Barcelo Puerto PlataBlue Bay Villas DoradasCaribbean Village Playa Dorada
Casa Colonial Beach & SpaCasa Marina BayCasa Marina Beach & Reef Resort
Casa Marina Beach ClubCasa Marina ReefCeluisma Cabarete
Celuisma Tropical Playa DoradaClub MarinaCoral Sol De Plata
Costa Club Playa GrandeEl Portillo Beach ResortFun Royale/Fun Tropicale
Gran Cabanna CabareteGrand Oasis MarienGrand Paradise Playa Dorada
Hacienda Andreas SuitesHotetur Dorado Club ResortIberostar Costa Dorada
La EsplanadaLifestyle Tropical Beach ResortLifestyle Vitalis
Luperon Beach ResortMarapicaOccidental Allegro Playa Dorada
Ocean PalmsPalma CaribeParaiso Del Sol
Puerto Plata Beach ResortPuerto Plata VillageQualton Club Puerto Plata
Riu BachataRiu MamboRiu Merengue
Sosua Bay HotelSosua By the SeaSun Village Beach Resort
Tropical Beach ClubTropical Garden ClubTropical Luperon Beach
Tropiclub Los AlmendrosVH Gran Ventana Beach ResortVH Victoria Golf & Beach Resort
Viva Wyndham Playa DoradaViva Wyndham Tangerine
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