Playa Dorada
Puerto Plata
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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
AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY 7 Damajagua Waterfalls + Locale Food
Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck
27 Waterfalls Damajagua Amber Cove, Taino Bay - Puerto Plata
Catamaran Snorkeling All-Inclusive Day-Trip
Top hotels in Playa Dorada
Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive
The resort is on the smaller side designed similarly to a shopping center, with everything (restaurants, bars and nightlife) centered around the two pools. The bar staff is very friendly even if you don't tip them which isn't always the case in the DR (which was very nice to see). The Wi-Fi is weak ...
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive
Rooms were a bit outdated, staff was super friendly! Buffett and restaurants were amazing and the experience overall is highly recommended
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Viva Heavens by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive
My stay was excellent. Probably the kindest most helpful staff ever. Good food! I will definitely return.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Blue JackTar
Room was excellent, view to the beach! Shower was spacious, and bed was comfortable. Overall, the staff was friendly, attentive and was a good experience. Restaurant food was good too.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
BlueBay Villas Doradas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
All of the food was good, but the service was inconsistent. The bar was frequently backed up, and waitstaff were often unavailable. What’s surprising is that I visited 15 years ago, and my mom was there 20 years ago—yet nothing seems to have changed. The buildings are aging, and the rooms feel ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Xeliter Green One Playa Dorada
The staff at Green One were excellent. They were always available to look after our needs. The accommodations were very clean and the grounds were immaculate.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Playa Dorada
El Pueblito
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Pueblito and surrounding area, you can visit Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.
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.
Residencial El Doral
While Residencial El Doral might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course.
Residencial Praderas de Marapica
When in Residencial Praderas de Marapica, you can plan a visit to Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Los Maestros
Los Maestros might not have many top sights, but Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
