Playa Dorada Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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?
Activities
Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck
Puerto Plata City Highlights Rum y Umbrella St. and Beach
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar
Panoramic Tour of the Reality of the Countryside and Village
Our pick of the best Playa Dorada Hotel Deals
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 27 Mar 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Rooms were a bit outdated, staff was super friendly!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 20 Mar 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 23 Mar 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 29 Mar 2026
BlueBay Villas Doradas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
I had an amazing time! Everyone was so welcoming and helpful!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 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 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Playa 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.
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 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 Golf Course and Playa Dorada are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.