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 7 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
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puerto Plata in September
Estimated hotel price
£78
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 28h 01m.

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.

Bus

Puerto Plata’s bus station is located 1.4 km from the city centre.

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 28h 01m.

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.

Bus

Puerto Plata’s bus station is located 1.4 km 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 (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,527 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,787 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,412 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,489 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,457 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,904 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,106 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,144 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (569 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,565 reviews)
Condor
Good (389 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,050 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (473 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (43 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 £120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £92 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Puerto Plata, with prices from £17 to £2,131 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 44% cheaper 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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Casa Valeria Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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Velero Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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New Garden Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£118+
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The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte
5 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£220+
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Senator Puerto Plata
5 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£94+
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Hiring a car in Puerto Plata

Hiring a car in Puerto Plata costs £35 per day, on average, or £243 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 63% cheaper than airport locations 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 £10.84 and £14.45.

Hiring a car in Puerto Plata costs £35 per day, on average, or £243 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 63% cheaper than airport locations 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 £10.84 and £14.45.

Best car hire deals in Puerto Plata

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

£20/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 adults, 3 Bags

£20/day

Intermediate
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