Playa Dorada
Puerto Plata
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Playa Dorada
One of the Dominican Republic’s most established and beautiful tourist destinations, this beach offers all kinds of aquatic activities.
Malecón De Puerto Plata
Stroll alongside the Caribbean Sea, join in games of volleyball in parks and enjoy the music, bars and crowds that bring this boardwalk to life at night.
Fort San Felipe
Formerly used to ward off marauding pirates, this colonial defense structure now serves as a historical museum, offering superb bay views.
Playa Costambar
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Costambar during your trip to Costambar?
Pico Isabel de Torres
Ride the cable car up to the summit of this mountain to wander through a pleasant botanical garden and enjoy fantastic panoramas over the city.
Playa Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Costambar?
Things to do
Catamaran Snorkeling All-Inclusive Day-Trip
Puerto Plata Shore Excursion, Snorkeling tour & Sosua Beach Day
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar
Resort Beach Escape - Amber Cove & Taino Bay
27 Waterfalls Damajagua Amber Cove, Taino Bay - Puerto Plata
Top hotels in Playa Dorada
Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive
Very good
Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2026
Viva Heavens by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive
My stay was excellent. Probably the kindest most helpful staff ever. Good food! I will definitely return.
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
Blue JackTar
We stayed at Blue JackTar Hotel, and surprisingly, it was better than the other two resorts we visited during our trip. The hotel has a great bar and restaurant on-site, and the beachfront location is a huge plus. Being right on the beach made the experience much more enjoyable and relaxing. One ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026
VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive
Rooms were a bit outdated, staff was super friendly! Buffett and restaurants were amazing and the experience overall is highly recommended
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
BlueBay Villas Doradas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Swim up bar was great! Water was chilly pretty much all week, no laundry service available that im aware of. Staff did wonderful keeping the resort clean. Entertainment staff was great made sure there was lots of things to do. Food was on a scal of 1-5 i would give it a 3. Lots of options just somethings ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Xeliter Green One Playa Dorada
The staff at Green One were excellent. They were always available to look after our needs. The accommodations were very clean and the grounds were immaculate.
Reviewed on 25 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Playa Dorada
El Pueblito
Though El Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Dorada Golf Course and Playa Dorada.
Costa Dorada
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Costa Dorada and surrounding area, you can visit Long Beach and Playa Dorada Golf Course.
Residencial El Doral
While Residencial El Doral isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dorada Golf Course and Playa Dorada are some notable places to visit nearby.
Residencial Praderas de Marapica
Residencial Praderas de Marapica might not have many top sights, but Playa Dorada Golf Course and Playa Dorada are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Los Maestros
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Los Maestros and surrounding area, you can visit Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum.
Cerro alto
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cerro alto and surrounding area, you can visit Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum.
