Hispaniola Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Macao beach with sandy coastline, turquoise water and stone cliff. Famous seashore for surfing in Dominican Republic. Aerial drone view . Long banner
Macao beach with sandy coastline, turquoise water and stone cliff. Famous seashore for surfing in Dominican Republic. Aerial drone view . Long banner
Playa Real, Juan Dolio, San Pedro de Macoris province, Dominican Republic.
Cayo Levantado is a small island off the city of Samana in the Dominican Republic. We took the Whale Samana tour, watching Humpback whales. You can pay an extra $5 and they will take you to this island on the way back to Samana. Beautiful!
Papagayos - Punta Cana

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Where to stay in Hispaniola

Bávaro

Bávaro

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Bávaro. Make a stop by Bavaro Beach or Cocotal Golf and Country Club while you're exploring the area.

Bávaro
Fort Ozama showing heritage elements

Zona Colonial

5/5(4 area reviews)

Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Ruinas del Hospital San Nicolás de Barí.

Zona Colonial
Marina de Cap Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Cap Cana Marina

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cap Cana Marina. Make a stop by top sights like Punta Cana Beach while you're exploring the area.

Cap Cana Marina
Uvero Alto which includes a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Uvero Alto

You'll love the stunning beaches in Uvero Alto, and you might want to stick around to check out Sirenis Aquagames Water Park, a top place to visit.

Uvero Alto
El Cortecito, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic- June 12, 2025: People walking along the coastline and sunbathing on one of the best beach in Caribbean area. Lots  of seaweed, specifically Sargassum.

El Cortecito

El Cortecito is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Cocotal Golf and Country Club and Los Corales Beach while you're in town.

El Cortecito
Sunset at Playa dorada in Puerto Plata - Dominican Republic, Beautiful Tropical Beach - July 2, 2022.

Playa Dorada

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

Playa Dorada
Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Cabeza de Toro Punta Cana La Altagracia
The price is AU$681 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$681
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (6,660 reviews)
Clean room, people are friendly. Food was ok. The only thing I didn’t like was the fact that they try to sell us on a vacation membership that was outrageous. They started with a “as a new client we like to welcome our guests to eat at the all adult breakfast spot across the hotel, and you’d get ...

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Arena Gorda Punta Cana
Stay at this beach resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (5,422 reviews)
Room was great, food was great with a lot of options. Definitely recommend especially for the price!

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive
Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive

Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Playas de Bavaro Punta Cana La Altagracia
The price is AU$726 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$726
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Punta Cana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,474 reviews)
The room is clean, WiFi is not strong.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Costa Love Aparta-Hotel

Costa Love Aparta-Hotel

4 out of 5
Av. Pastor Domingo de la Cruz Punta Cana La Altagracia
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Punta Cana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (317 reviews)
Exelente lugar buen servicio, definivamente regreso ,

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Costa Love Aparta-Hotel
Reserva Real by Harper

Reserva Real by Harper

4 out of 5
Avenida Alemania Punta Cana La Altagracia
Stay at this aparthotel in Punta Cana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bavaro Beach and Cocotal Golf and Country Club ...
9/10 Wonderful! (221 reviews)
Awesome place

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Reserva Real by Harper
Playa Palmera Beach Resort

Playa Palmera Beach Resort

2.5 out of 5
Blvrd Andi Las Vegas Numero 1 Uvero Alto Punta Cana La Altagracia
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Punta Cana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (324 reviews)
This is a wonderful resort. We stayed for 2 weeks and the first week was excellent. The second week we needed to change penthouse suite as there was something wrong with out jacuzzi then the second penthouse suite we couldn’t use the jacuzzi as you would get a shock as soon as you touch the water ...

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Playa Palmera Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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