La Joya Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration in Santiago de los Caballeros. Visit the area's monuments and casinos.
Salto Baiguate Waterfall
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Salto Baiguate Waterfall during your travels in Jarabacoa. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's restaurants.
Estadio Cibao
Catch an event at Estadio Cibao during your trip to Santiago de los Caballeros. Visit the area's monuments and shops.
Colinas Mall
During your trip to Santiago de los Caballeros, you can do some window-shopping at Colinas Mall. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Catedral de Santiago
You can find out about the history of Santiago de los Caballeros with a stop at Catedral de Santiago. Visit the area's monuments and casinos.
Jarabacoa Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Jarabacoa at Jarabacoa Golf Club. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip with Buffet
27 Waterfalls Damajagua Tour from Cabarete Sosua & Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata: City Tour, Mountain and Lunch
Puerto Plata: City Highlights Tour with Mount Isabel & Lunch
VIP Fascinating Boat Ride & Snorkeling at Sosua Bay
Our pick of the best La Joya Hotel Deals
Cabaña del Rio, Hermosa Cabaña a orillas del rio
Beautiful house with a lot of space, excellent location.
Reviewed on 23 June 2024
Hodelpa Garden Court
The front desk receptionist remembered my name by face and that spoke volume to me. The pool area was so peaceful. Breakfast was delicious! 6 minutes from the airport. On-site restaurant was convenient. Really enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Gran Jimenoa
Blown away with the hotel and the river !!! Must see !!!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel Santo Cerro Natural Park
The was the best experience i had at a hotel in Dominican Republic. I sent there just for 1 day to my fiancé gets off work and i ended up staying for 15 days. This is my new family. Going back in December and surely for Festival in February and bringing my friends!
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Jarabacoa River Club
Customers waited for 1 hour for check-in. The room did not have air conditioning and changed room, the other room neither AC and only have a fan.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hotel Pinar Dorado by Gran Jimenoa
Rooms are seriously starting to notice wear and tear.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Joya
Los Álamos
While Los Álamos isn't home to many top sights, Mundo Acuático and Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Fardiquera
While La Fardiquera may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Centro Leon and Mundo Acuático.
Reparto Universitario
While Reparto Universitario isn't home to many top sights, Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration and Casino Gran Almirante are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Zurza III
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Zurza III and surrounding area, you can visit Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration and Catedral de Santiago.
La Zurza
While there might not be top attractions in La Zurza, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration and Historic San Luis Fort Museum.
Bella Vista
While Bella Vista isn't home to many top sights, Catedral de Santiago and Hermanos Patino Bridge are some notable places to visit nearby.
