Introduction
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.

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
$358
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puerto Plata in May
Estimated hotel price
$358
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.

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.

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 (1,467 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,833 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,779 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,270 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,889 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,746 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,539 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,790 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,039 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (591 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,498 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,565 reviews)
Condor
Good (401 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,398 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (519 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,283 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (45 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 Viva Tangerine by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive, Puerto Plata offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $254 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $240 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Puerto Plata, with prices from $22 to $7,319 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 10% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Puerto Plata

Most booked hotels in Puerto Plata

New Garden Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$159+
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Kite Beach Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$127+
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Velero Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$195+
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The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$565+
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Casa Marina Beach & Reef
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$227+
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Hiring a car in Puerto Plata

Expect to pay $2.14 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 $25.65 and $34.19. The most frequently booked car type in Puerto Plata is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.14 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 $25.65 and $34.19. The most frequently booked car type in Puerto Plata is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Puerto Plata

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