Title: Hispaniola Travel Guide: Best of Hispaniola, Caribbean Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Hispaniola](https://expedia.co.uk/Hispaniola-Hotels.d553248633953926481.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Hispaniola](https://expedia.co.uk/Hispaniola-Holiday-Rentals.d553248633953926481.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Hispaniola](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Hispaniola.d553248633953926481.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Hispaniola Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hispaniola.d553248633953926481.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hispaniola Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hispaniola.d553248633953926481.Holidays-City-Breaks) # 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633953926481/aacc317f-caaf-430c-8302-d5ceedec379d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Playa Real, Juan Dolio, San Pedro de Macoris province, Dominican Republic.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633953926481/b91aaaa9-26b4-47e4-872f-815b4e9c5ae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hispaniola](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048165/418a2b9a-f5bf-49be-bebb-561301c272f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hispaniola](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601906/6b87bc7b-5f93-4bd3-8325-db8c245cff24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hispaniola](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000426196/f391d71a-a23e-4c37-ba06-c49ce3e43c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Hispaniola Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Hispaniola ![Bávaro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601946/e00b52e5-0d2d-47e8-96f9-d3bd243f8130.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Bavaro.dx601946) ![Zona Colonial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072799/210ee270-6bc1-4557-812d-aa0fcb47d90f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona Colonial 4.5/5(14 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 Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Domingo-Zona-Colonial.dx6359660) ![Marina de Cap Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6317283/d638b232-f2ab-4107-b331-f135541160b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cap Cana Marina 4/5(1 area review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Cap-Cana-Marina.dx6317283) ![Dominican Republic, Saona Island - Mano Juan Beach. Fishermen's village. Luxury travel. Vacation. Cruise. Paradise. Amazing Caribbean landscape.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384012/9350683f-8b7e-4b6b-a78a-8150bbeb1fde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Punta Cana Village If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Punta Cana Village and surrounding area, you can visit Punta Cana Beach and BlueMall Punta Cana. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Punta-Cana-Village.dx553248635976384012) ![Uvero Alto](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6226652/54ddf926-d8e6-4c7c-93d9-17e6893f7898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Uvero-Alto.dx6226652) ![Sunset at Playa dorada in Puerto Plata - Dominican Republic, Beautiful Tropical Beach - July 2, 2022.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/648653553896103936/5401e1db-2466-45a8-abd9-da1a5cea5699.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Playa Dorada While visiting Playa Dorada, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata-Playa-Dorada.dx648653553896103936) - Top hotels in Hispaniola - Top Holiday Rentals in Hispaniola ![Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12850000/12848900/12848883/253aab12_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive Playa Arena Gorda Punta Cana £208 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees 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! (5,577 reviews) Exelente experiencia servicio al cliente siempre con una sonrisa. Las piscinas limpias como los predios del lugar y comida rica. Cuartos comodos, experiencia de 100. Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=12848883&PinnedHotelID=12848883&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633953926481) ![Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23540000/23535100/23535027/1d6221ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive Playas de Bavaro Punta Cana La Altagracia £370 4 May - 5 May 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. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (6,641 reviews) This all inclusive was amazing and family friendly we will be returning. Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F05%2F2026&endDate=05%2F05%2F2026&selected=23535027&PinnedHotelID=23535027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633953926481) ![Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44450000/44442700/44442694/10feb0d9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive Carretera Cabeza de Toro Punta Cana La Altagracia £243 4 May - 5 May 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. ... 8/10 Very Good! (6,735 reviews) Perfect place for family vacay. Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F05%2F2026&endDate=05%2F05%2F2026&selected=44442694&PinnedHotelID=44442694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633953926481) [See all 17,979 properties in Hispaniola](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248633953926481) 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. ![Reserva Real by Harper ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112836300/112836293/f63097e1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Reserva Real by Harper Avenida Alemania Punta Cana La Altagracia Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Punta Cana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bavaro Beach and Cocotal Golf ... 9/10 Wonderful! (260 reviews) Clean room, easy check in, no breakfast in hotel. Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Reserva-Real-By-Harper.h112836293.Hotel-Information) ![Costa Love Hotel Aeropuerto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83120000/83114500/83114457/72d0a325_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Costa Love Hotel Aeropuerto 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. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (364 reviews) Location is not great. Room needs some renovation. Counter is not very accessible. Breakfast was very good though. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Costa-Love.h83114457.Hotel-Information) ![Aston Rubi City Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110150000/110146700/110146654/8f9dad57_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aston Rubi City Suites Prolongación Gracita Álvarez Santo Domingo Santo Domingo Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Blue Mall and Malecon are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews) Did not get the breakfast package. The apartment was very nice and clean. Staff very friendly, the roof top view was excellent. Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santo-Domingo-Hotels-Aston-Rubi-City-Suites.h110146654.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Hispaniola](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248633953926481&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Top places for summer vacations in all Inclusive resorts and hotels in Dominican Republic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6340523/e49022b0-93bf-47c5-a7a0-5c1dda57a240.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Punta Cana Beach 5/5(28 reviews) Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Punta Cana Beach, a popular beach in Punta Cana. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Beach-Punta-Cana.d6340523.Attraction) ![Bavaro beach, Punta Cana, Dominican republic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094797/85b6590f-fc1b-40a5-bf56-11b835f3802c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bavaro Beach 4.5/5(32 reviews) Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Bavaro Beach, a popular beach in Punta Cana. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bavaro-Beach-Bavaro.d6094797.Attraction) ![Macao Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227502/2c223723-74f6-46a5-8f70-11e99cc38e3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Macao Beach 4.5/5(9 reviews) Try balancing on a board at this surf-friendly public beach, where golden sands and clear waters are perfectly framed by surrounding cliffs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Macao-Beach-El-Macao.d6227502.Attraction) ![Playa Dorada](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072767/6ff6b52a-607f-4c6a-b47e-5908a8dae68f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playa Dorada 4/5(1 review) One of the Dominican Republic’s most established and beautiful tourist destinations, this beach offers all kinds of aquatic activities. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Dorada-Playa-Dorada.d6072767.Attraction) ![Casa de Campo Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6249018/97d8305c-fbd7-4c5b-ab70-c4335a9b81e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Casa de Campo Marina Whether you own a boat or not, this pretty marina provides restaurants, drinking clubs and a golf course to serve sophisticated tastes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Casa-De-Campo-Marina-La-Romana.d6249018.Attraction) ![500px Photo ID: 114994541 - Palm trees on luxury exotic beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6099806/7ea77faa-f177-4611-9274-2ad88fcdbace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dominicus Beach 3.5/5(2 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Dominicus Beach during your travels in Dominicus? 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