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 8 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 May
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puerto Plata in May
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 14h 40m.

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 Go Rentals and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Punta Cana.

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 14h 40m.

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 Go Rentals and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Punta Cana.

Airports near Puerto Plata

POPPuerto Plata La Union
JBQSanto Domingo Dr. Joaquin Balaguer
STISantiago de los Caballeros

Airlines serving Puerto Plata

Lufthansa
Good (8,277 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,587 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,102 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,360 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,769 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,051 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (641 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,539 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,549 reviews)
Condor
Good (613 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,164 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (583 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,447 reviews)
Flair Airlines
Good (276 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 £126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £137 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Puerto Plata, with prices from £10 to £1,633 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 12% 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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The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£209+
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Velero Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£164+
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Casa Marina Sosua,trademark by Wyn
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£101+
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Vh - Gran Ventana Beach Resort
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£92+
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Marien Puerto Plata
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£105+
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Hiring a car in Puerto Plata

Hiring a car in Puerto Plata costs £32 per day, on average, or £258 if you want to hire it for 8 days.

Expect to pay £1.18 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 £14.07 and £18.75.

Hiring a car in Puerto Plata costs £32 per day, on average, or £258 if you want to hire it for 8 days.

Expect to pay £1.18 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 £14.07 and £18.75.

Car hire agencies in Puerto Plata

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