Title: North Coast Travel Guide: Best of North Coast, Dominican Republic Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in North Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Coast-Hotels.d6208722.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in North Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Coast-Holiday-Rentals.d6208722.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to North Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-North-Coast.d6208722.Travel-Guide-Flights)[North Coast Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-North-Coast.d6208722.Car-Hire-Guide)[North Coast Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Coast.d6208722.Holidays-City-Breaks) # North Coast Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Pico Isabel de Torres featuring views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072775/d8fb8c5b-218d-4690-a5bf-0019394a310d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pico Isabel de Torres featuring views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072775/d8fb8c5b-218d-4690-a5bf-0019394a310d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pico Isabel de Torres showing rainforest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072775/bcffc179-2380-4a1a-b451-aaa250b16840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Playa Dorada showing a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072767/98ac0963-4293-4ffc-a2f1-f05ce1ae377b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Puerto Plata Cable Car showing mountains and a gondola](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227402/b372dbd7-7f15-43bc-b6a8-bde4741a2b22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit North Coast Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in North Coast ![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) ![Amazing morning walk in the resort đŸ˜đŸ˜đŸ˜đŸ‡©đŸ‡ŽđŸ‡©đŸ‡ŽđŸ‡©đŸ‡Žâ€ïžïžâ€ïžïžâ€ïžïž](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048790/f7949db6-b353-4fec-a09f-52ad4c92b927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Costa Dorada 4/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata-Costa-Dorada.dx553248635964998478) ![Nice spot for an evening stroll in the Dominican Republic. Great location for water sports too! #goldenhour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048790/22d2026a-84a6-4669-bad8-f87682a2e3f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Costambar If you're spending some time in Costambar, Playa Costambar and Playa Grande are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata-Costambar.dx553248635976008625) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### ProCab While ProCab isn't home to many top sights, Cabarete Beach and Kite Beach are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata-ProCab.dx553248635976400610) ![#Patterns](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048790/c5c1d283-79b7-49a6-92af-877aec2c23cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Centro HistĂłrico While visiting Centro HistĂłrico, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Park and Museum of Taino Art. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata-Centro-Historico.dx909175534437957632) ![Fortress Fortaleza San Felipe, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976396704/35fe244e-8707-4334-9965-c7e4f52feaac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata-El-Pueblito.dx553248635976396704) - Top hotels in North Coast - Top Holiday Rentals in North Coast ![Casa Marina Beach and Reef - All Inclusive ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/691500/691426/f4d8496c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa Marina Beach and Reef - All Inclusive C/ Alejo Martinez, El Batey SosĂșa Puerto Plata ÂŁ257 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in SosĂșa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,008 reviews) My stay in casa marina was good my room was great. The only thing it was the food they didn’t have much to pick from. everything else it was great. The people were nice recommended. The Jacuzzi was great seeing the sunset. I love it. I really recommended. Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=691426&PinnedHotelID=691426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6208722) ![Viva Tangerine by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996000/995926/24ece028_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Viva Tangerine by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive Carretera Sosua-cabarete Cabarete Puerto Plata ÂŁ273 28 Jan - 29 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in SosĂșa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 7/10 Good! (1,006 reviews) Very clean Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F01%2F2026&endDate=29%2F01%2F2026&selected=995926&PinnedHotelID=995926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6208722) ![Presidential Suites Lifestyle Cabarete - Room Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22660000/22650400/22650362/ac78145e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Presidential Suites Lifestyle Cabarete - Room Only Cabarete Cabarete Stay at this beach hotel in SosĂșa. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (753 reviews) Loved everything about the hotel, the staff was so nice and helpful they helped me get taxis and find places to shop. The room was nice and clean which was amazing because it rained a lot my time there so I tracked in mud and sand but the cleaners helped out so much. Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=22650362&PinnedHotelID=22650362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6208722) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=22650362&PinnedHotelID=22650362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6208722) [See all 5,502 properties in North Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F01%2F2026&endDate=29%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6208722) 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. ![Santa Fe Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16900000/16892300/16892213/fc70f4ac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Santa Fe Club SosĂșa Puerto Plata Stay at this beach villa in SosĂșa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Popular attractions SosĂșa Beach and Laguna SOV are located nearby. 8.2/10 Very Good! (130 reviews) It has access to tennis’s courts, various pools with slides and great food. But property is very large and you need a car to get from bubble to restaurants. Did a lot of room service as I did not have a car. Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata-Hotels-Ocean-Village-Deluxe.h16892213.Hotel-Information) ![Ultravioleta Boutique Residences](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8650000/8649000/8648970/ade2b2d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ultravioleta Boutique Residences Carretera Principal Cabarete Puerto Plata Stay at this beach aparthotel in SosĂșa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (336 reviews) We fell in love with our 1 bedroom apartment. It was beautiful and had a spectacular view of the ocean. The staff was so friendly, helpful and kind. We only got a couple of the staff’s names but one was Wairy in the office and she answered all of our questions and helped us rebook the same apartment ... Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata-Hotels-Ultravioleta-Boutique-Residences.h8648970.Hotel-Information) ![Las Golondrinas Cabarete](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110380000/110374400/110374387/cea2ddc4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Las Golondrinas Cabarete Las Golondrinas Cabarete Puerto Plata Stay at this aparthotel in SosĂșa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Cabarete Beach and SosĂșa Beach are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews) staff is amazing, the gym , the lap pool Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabarete-Hotels-Las-Golondrinas-RD.h110374387.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in North Coast](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6208722&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. Additional terms may apply. ## Check North Coast hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6208722&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28)[27 Jan - 28 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6208722&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6208722&startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29)[28 Jan - 29 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6208722&startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6208722&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6208722&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6208722&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6208722&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Playa Dorada showing a luxury hotel or resort and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072767/6ff6b52a-607f-4c6a-b47e-5908a8dae68f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playa Dorada 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) ![Kites were very popular here! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181015/20962c7c-f1f8-42e2-8c4c-7870b8d0f221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cabarete Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cabarete Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cabarete. Discover the bars and its entertainment venues while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabarete-Beach-Cabarete.d6072764.Attraction) ![Dominican Republic featuring general coastal views, a bay or harbour and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919601763/0e493e12-b306-40eb-bc81-877f8ffdd7d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### MalecĂłn 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Malecon-De-Puerto-Plata-Puerto-Plata.d553248635919601763.Attraction) ![Surfing at Playa Encuentro. Pic by https://swellsurfcamp.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227974/3af9c2ea-f085-4c21-a502-1db449e24c99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Encuentro Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Encuentro Beach during your travels in Cabarete? Discover the bars and its entertainment venues while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Encuentro-Beach-Puerto-Plata.d6227974.Attraction) ![Fort San Felipe showing heritage elements and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072763/78e8bc8f-c980-441e-bedd-0cef5e1ce859.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort San Felipe Formerly used to ward off marauding pirates, this colonial defense structure now serves as a historical museum, offering superb bay views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-San-Felipe-Puerto-Plata.d6072763.Attraction) ![Nice spot for an evening stroll in the Dominican Republic. Great location for water sports too! #goldenhour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048790/22d2026a-84a6-4669-bad8-f87682a2e3f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playa Costambar Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Costambar during your trip to Costambar? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Costambar-Puerto-Plata.d553248635976197359.Attraction) ## Cities near North Coast ![Cabarete which includes a luxury hotel or resort, tropical scenes and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181015/88188c17-0e7c-4d0a-85d5-5059dce2bc93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cabarete ![Flat tire in the Dominican Republic. At least we had a beautiful view of sunset.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601610/6314c1ad-fc16-48e2-9fed-632c2f0ebf30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cabrera ![Beautiful water and deserted beaches, except for, you know, the guy on his horse that decided to stop and flirt with the girl in the bikini #blue. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181015/c890f972-8769-4259-b499-96445e457156.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### SosĂșa ![Panoramic aerial view of a paradise island in the Atlantic Ocean at sunset. Playa grande beach near Rio San Juan, MarĂ­a Trinidad SĂĄnchez, Dominican Republic.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602084/7cca780b-4283-4b42-9025-49c514c84b18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rio San Juan - Cities near North Coast - Places of interest [Cabarete](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabarete.dx181015)[Cabrera](https://expedia.co.uk/Cabrera.dx601610)[SosĂșa](https://expedia.co.uk/Sosua.dx601998)[Rio San Juan](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-San-Juan.dx602084)[Las Canas](https://expedia.co.uk/Las-Canas.dx6004987)[Puerto Plata](https://expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Plata.dx6048790)[Monte Cristi](https://expedia.co.uk/Monte-Cristi.dx6193691)[Punta Rucia](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Rucia.dx6193713)[Gaspar Hernandez](https://expedia.co.uk/Gaspar-Hernandez.dx6226660)[Luperon](https://expedia.co.uk/Luperon.dx6235534)[Sabaneta de Yasica](https://expedia.co.uk/Sabaneta-De-Yasica.dx6339138)[Imbert](https://expedia.co.uk/Imbert.dx3000451141)[Villa Isabela](https://expedia.co.uk/Villa-Isabela.dx553248628225463767)[La Isabela](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Isabela.dx553248628697924572)[El Jamo](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Jamo.dx553248635975854299)[La Esplanada](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Esplanada.dx553248635976384764)[Playa Chiquita](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Chiquita.dx553248635976384782) - [Playa Dorada ](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Dorada-Playa-Dorada.d6072767.Attraction) - [Cofresi Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cofresi-Beach-Puerto-Plata.d6099804.Attraction) - [MalecĂłn De Puerto Plata ](https://expedia.co.uk/Malecon-De-Puerto-Plata-Puerto-Plata.d553248635919601763.Attraction) - [Fort San Felipe ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-San-Felipe-Puerto-Plata.d6072763.Attraction) - [Playa Alicia ](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Alicia-Dominican-Republic.d553248621533157497.Attraction) - [Coral Reef Casino ](https://expedia.co.uk/Coral-Reef-Casino-Sosua.d6227395.Attraction) - [27 Waterfalls ](https://expedia.co.uk/27-Waterfalls-Imbert.d6227351.Attraction) - [Pico Isabel de Torres ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pico-Isabel-De-Torres-Puerto-Plata.d6072775.Attraction) - [Playa Caleton ](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Caleton-Rio-San-Juan.d553248621532872953.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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