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

Puerto Plata travel guide

Puerto Plata Tourism | Puerto Plata Guide

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 6 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 September
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puerto Plata in September
Estimated hotel price
£76
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 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Puerto Plata from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Puerto Plata is to pick up a car hire from Punta Cana, which is about 166 miles from Puerto Plata. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Punta Cana.

Bus

Puerto Plata’s bus station is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Puerto Plata, you’ll arrive at Puerto Plata La Union (POP), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Puerto Plata from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Puerto Plata is to pick up a car hire from Punta Cana, which is about 166 miles from Puerto Plata. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Punta Cana.

Bus

Puerto Plata’s bus station is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Puerto Plata

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

Airlines serving Puerto Plata

KLM
Good (1,459 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,789 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,752 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,213 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,878 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,323 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,900 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,048 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (592 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,475 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,552 reviews)
Condor
Good (400 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (509 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,316 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,269 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (44 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 £105 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £111 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Puerto Plata

Most booked hotels in Puerto Plata

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Kite Beach Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£55+
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New Garden Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Velero Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£134+
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The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£241+
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Playabachata Resort
5 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
£61+
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Hiring a car in Puerto Plata

Expect to pay £0.91 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 £10.81 and £14.42.

Expect to pay £0.91 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 £10.81 and £14.42.

Best car hire deals in Puerto Plata

Intermediate SUV

5 adults, 3 Bags

£42/day

Intermediate SUV

Standard

5 adults, 3 Bags

£81/day

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