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
$348
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puerto Plata in May
Estimated hotel price
$348
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 (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,818 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,774 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,238 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,887 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,372 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,536 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,763 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,894 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,041 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (590 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,485 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,559 reviews)
Condor
Good (401 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,370 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (515 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,279 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 Viva Tangerine by Wyndham, A Trademark All Inclusive, Puerto Plata offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $245 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $224 and up for a 5-star experience.

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)
$157+
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Kite Beach Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$125+
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Velero Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$192+
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The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$547+
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Casa Marina Beach & Reef
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$223+
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Hiring a car in Puerto Plata

Expect to pay $2.05 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 $24.60 and $32.80. The most frequently booked car type in Puerto Plata is Luxury (Cadillac Escalade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Pegas or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.05 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 $24.60 and $32.80. The most frequently booked car type in Puerto Plata is Luxury (Cadillac Escalade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Pegas or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Puerto Plata

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