Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Puerto Plata travel guide

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You're Going to Love Puerto Plata

With a population of 146 000, Puerto Plata is the largest city in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 9 days in order to fully appreciate everything Puerto Plata has to offer.

Where to Eat in Puerto Plata

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mauro’s (Av. Circunvalación Sur) and Baia Lounge Restaurant (Calle Bruno Philip No 5) are great picks.

When to visit Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata in October
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puerto Plata in October
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Puerto Plata

Plane

When flying to Puerto Plata, you’ll arrive at Puerto Plata La Union (POP), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Puerto Plata from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 27h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Puerto Plata is to pick up a car hire from Punta Cana, which is about 267 km from Puerto Plata. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Punta Cana.

Plane

When flying to Puerto Plata, you’ll arrive at Puerto Plata La Union (POP), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Puerto Plata from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 27h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Puerto Plata is to pick up a car hire from Punta Cana, which is about 267 km from Puerto Plata. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Punta Cana.

Airports near Puerto Plata

POPPuerto Plata La Union
STISantiago de los Caballeros
AZSNagua Samaná El Catey

Airlines serving Puerto Plata

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,492 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,072 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,644 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,429 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,024 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,723 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (631 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,565 reviews)
Condor
Good (548 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,863 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (572 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,426 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (49 reviews)
interCaribbean Airways
Okay (33 reviews)
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Where to stay in Puerto Plata

From 5-star hotels such as the Casa Colonial Beach and Spa to great affordable options like the Lifestyle Crown Residence Suites, Puerto Plata offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £96 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Puerto Plata, with prices from £10 to £1,604 per night. Playa Dorada Beach and Golf Club is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Puerto Plata are about 28% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Puerto Plata

Most booked hotels in Puerto Plata

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Velero Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£192+
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Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£139+
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Senator Puerto Plata Resort
5 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£90+
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Playabachata Resort
5 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
£62+
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Viva Tangerine by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
£93+
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Hiring a car in Puerto Plata

Hiring a car in Puerto Plata costs £28 per day, on average, or £254 if you want to hire it for 9 days.

Expect to pay £1.14 per litre in Puerto Plata (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £13.64 and £18.19.

Hiring a car in Puerto Plata costs £28 per day, on average, or £254 if you want to hire it for 9 days.

Expect to pay £1.14 per litre in Puerto Plata (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £13.64 and £18.19.

Best car hire deals in Puerto Plata

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

£20/day

Economy

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

£21/day

Compact
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