Costa Dorada Travel Guide
Puerto Plata





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Popular places to visit

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

7 Waterfalls Tour With Lunch in DR (Taino Bay & Amber Cove)

Panoramic Tour of the Reality of the Countryside and Village

Puerto Plata Scenic Discovery Coastal Trails Views Beach Break

Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck

Damajagua 7 Waterfalls Adventure – In Puerto Plata

Damajagua Waterfalls Adrenalin Adventure Amber Cove-Taino Bay
Top hotels in Costa Dorada

Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada - All Inclusive
"Room : 3.5/5 Amenities: 3/5 Buffet : 3/5 Mexicano : 1.5/5 Italiano : 1.5/5 Service : 4/5 Check in : 1/5 Prestige upgrade package: 1/5 A SCAM !!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Marien Puerto Plata - All Inclusive
"Clean, efficient check in, Anna did a great job in our room. Beach and pool always good. Drinks all pretty much taste the same but I’m not much of a drinker. The buffet is not the best, most of the food tastes the same, the roasted beef, pork etc was always dry and tough. A couple of nights were ..."
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive
"Everything was good just with the food they need to improve."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Senator Puerto Plata
"Todo bien con el único detalle de la luz y el agua tiene un poco de problemas si mejoran ese inconveniente para mi no hay quejas en absoluto las atenciones de su personal excelente la comida para mi es bastante variada y buen sabor."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Playabachata
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Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive
"Service was amazing and food was delicious with different menu changes everyday! Pools were amazing. Especially the swim out pool which i loved the most. My favorite place at these resort was the clear blue water of the beach. The sand was white and there is no garbage at all in the sand and inside ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Costa 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 and Playa Dorada Golf Course.

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 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.

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

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.
