Playa 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
Amazing Paradise Island + Snorkeling-Mangrove Tour & Locale Food.
Puerto Plata City Highlights Rum y Umbrella St. and Beach
27 Waterfalls Damajagua Amber Cove, Taino Bay - Puerto Plata
Tour to 7Waterfalls in Damajagua with Zip Line and Lunch Included
Top hotels in Playa Dorada
Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive
VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive
Wonderful, family-friendly resort with a beautiful beach and very pleasant and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Viva Heavens by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive
La comida estaba buena, el café muy bueno. La habitacion estaba limpia.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 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
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Xeliter Green One Playa Dorada
Beach club is great
Reviewed on 3 Apr 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 Golf Course and Playa Dorada.
Costa Dorada
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Costa Dorada and surrounding area, you can visit Long Beach and Playa Dorada Golf Course.
Residencial El Doral
While Residencial El Doral isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dorada Golf Course and Playa Dorada 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.
