Playa Dorada Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Playa Dorada which includes a sunset, a beach and tropical scenes
Playa Dorada which includes a sandy beach and a sunset
Playa Dorada featuring a luxury hotel or resort
Playa Dorada featuring a beach
Playa Dorada which includes a beach and a luxury hotel or resort

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Playa Dorada which includes a luxury hotel or resort and a beach

Playa Dorada

One of the Dominican Republic’s most established and beautiful tourist destinations, this beach offers all kinds of aquatic activities.

Playa Dorada
Dominican Republic which includes a bay or harbour, rocky coastline and general coastal views

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.

Malecón De Puerto Plata
Fort San Felipe featuring heritage elements and military items

Fort San Felipe

Formerly used to ward off marauding pirates, this colonial defense structure now serves as a historical museum, offering superb bay views.

Fort San Felipe
Playa Costambar

Playa Costambar

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Costambar during your trip to Costambar?

Playa Costambar
Pico Isabel de Torres showing a statue or sculpture and religious elements as well as a small group of people

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.

Pico Isabel de Torres
Playa Grande

Playa Grande

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Costambar?

Playa Grande

Activities

Sosua Party Boat - Snorkeling + Snack +BBQ Food and Drinks

Sosua Party Boat - Snorkeling + Snack +BBQ Food and Drinks

AU$105
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Sosua Party Boat - Snorkeling + Snack +BBQ Food and Drinks
AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY 7 Damajagua Waterfalls + Local Food

AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY 7 Damajagua Waterfalls + Locale Food

AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY 7 Damajagua Waterfalls + Locale Food
Picture 3 for Activity Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip with Buffet

Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip with Buffet

AU$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip with Buffet
Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck

Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck

AU$91
per adult
Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck
Vltava River Cruise

Vltava River Cruise

AU$25
per adult
Vltava River Cruise
ATV Tour in Puerto Plata

ATV Tour in Puerto Plata

AU$122
per traveller
ATV Tour in Puerto Plata
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Our pick of the best Playa Dorada Hotel Deals

BlueBay Villas Doradas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

BlueBay Villas Doradas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Dorada 538, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
The price is AU$208 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$208
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,030 reviews)
"Me and my son had a great time, your staff was awesome, it was off season so not too many people were at the resort but you staff made sure we were getting entertained, everyone at the resort treated us great!"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

BlueBay Villas Doradas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive

VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Dorado, P.O. Box 22, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
The price is AU$352 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$352
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Lo recomiendo 100%. Mi familia y yo estuvimos hospedados en el fin de semana. Nos encantó la comida, pero lo mejor fue las atenciones de los empleados, muy amables todos, en especial Anthony en recepción. Favor hacerle llegar el agradecimiento de parte de Bellaniry, Rafaela y Cristina Pichardo. Excelente ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive
Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata
The price is AU$248 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$248
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Me gustó mucho todo muy limpio buena higiene las personas de la piscina muy atentos y los de animación también, muy bien todo"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive
Viva Heavens by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive

Viva Heavens by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Dorada Complex, Puerto Plata
The price is AU$436 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$436
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"View to the garden grass, I nice swing for photo sessions. Gift shop inside the hotel. Done nearby"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Viva Heavens by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive
Casa Colonial Beach & Spa

Casa Colonial Beach & Spa

5 out of 5
57000 Playa Dorada, PO Box 22, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (478 reviews)
"Great rooms, comfortable beds and huge bathroom. The staff is friendly and attentive. Great views and ambiance."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
Blue JackTar

Blue JackTar

4 out of 5
Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata
The price is AU$239 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$239
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Puerto Plata. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (679 reviews)
"Excelent location. Beautiful beach area."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Blue JackTar
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Other neighbourhoods around Playa Dorada

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El Pueblito

Though El Pueblito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.

El Pueblito
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Costa Dorada

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Costa Dorada and surrounding area, you can visit Playa Dorada and Long Beach.

Costa Dorada
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Residencial El Doral

While Residencial El Doral isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Residencial El Doral
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Residencial Praderas de Marapica

Residencial Praderas de Marapica might not have many top sights, but Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Residencial Praderas de Marapica
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Los Maestros

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Los Maestros and surrounding area, you can visit Puerto Plata Cable Car Base Station and Fort San Felipe.

Los Maestros
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Cerro alto

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cerro alto and surrounding area, you can visit Puerto Plata Cable Car Base Station and Fort San Felipe.

Cerro alto

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