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 November
Estimated hotel price
$350
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puerto Plata in November
Estimated hotel price
$350
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.

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 Alamo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, 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.

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 Alamo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, 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 (1,491 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,894 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,857 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,383 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,548 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,555 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,897 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,917 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,000 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (597 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,573 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,597 reviews)
Condor
Good (405 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (534 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,546 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,316 reviews)
Air Caraïbes
Good (47 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 $274 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $241 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Puerto Plata, with prices from $23 to $1,239 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 13% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Puerto Plata

Most booked hotels in Puerto Plata

Velero Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$201+
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Hotel Villa Taina
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$130+
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The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$583+
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Casa Marina Beach & Reef
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$238+
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Hiring a car in Puerto Plata

Expect to pay $2.35 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 $28.15 and $37.54. The most frequently booked car type in Puerto Plata is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.35 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 $28.15 and $37.54. The most frequently booked car type in Puerto Plata is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Puerto Plata

Alamo

Alamo

Budget

Budget

Economy Rent a Car

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