Costa Dorada Travel Guide
Puerto Plata
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Popular places to visit
Playa Dorada
One of the Dominican Republic’s most established and beautiful tourist destinations, this beach offers all kinds of aquatic activities.
Malecón De Puerto Plata
Stroll alongside the Caribbean Sea, join in games of volleyball in parks and enjoy the music, bars and crowds that bring this boardwalk to life at night.
Fort San Felipe
Formerly used to ward off marauding pirates, this colonial defense structure now serves as a historical museum, offering superb bay views.
Playa Costambar
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Costambar during your trip to Costambar?
Pico Isabel de Torres
Ride the cable car up to the summit of this mountain to wander through a pleasant botanical garden and enjoy fantastic panoramas over the city.
Playa Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Costambar?
Things to do
7 Damajagua waterfalls with typical Dominican lunch
Cayo Arena: Paradise Island and Mangroves Tour
7 Waterfalls Tour With Lunch in DR (Taino Bay & Amber Cove)
The 27 Waterfalls of the Damajagua Puerto Plata DR
Resort Beach Escape - Amber Cove & Taino Bay
Top hotels in Costa Dorada
Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada - All Inclusive
"The resort in general need an upgrade, the food doesn’t taste as good, the pool is always dirty and in general i didn’t enjoy the resort"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Marien Puerto Plata - All Inclusive
"La comida malisima. La persona que limpia la habitación dejó la puerta abierta suerte que no me robaron nada. Sinceramente no fue de mi agrado.no pienso regresar a ese resort."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort All Inclusive
"If you are looking for an authentic dominican experience, this isn’t the right resort for you. Personally I felt like the buffet wasn’t that great, it didn’t taste like authentic dominican food and on multiple occasions the food from the grill was raw. Staff were good but at times it felt like they ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Senator Puerto Plata
"Todo excelente piscina, baños, comida, todo"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Playabachata
"The stay was excellent! I did a solo trip and felt safe the entire stay! The staff was amazing!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive
"We really enjoyed our stay at this resort. Everything was amazing from the moment we arrived. The staff was friendly, helpful, and made us feel welcomed the entire time. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the property was well maintained. The food was very good with plenty of options, and ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Costa Dorada
Playa Dorada
While visiting Playa Dorada, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Dorada Golf Course and Playa Dorada.
Costambar
If you're spending some time in Costambar, Playa Grande and Playa Costambar are top sights worth seeing.
Centro Histórico
While visiting Centro Histórico, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Park and Museum of Taino Art.
Ensanche Miramar
When in Ensanche Miramar, you can plan a visit to Fort San Felipe and Estatua de Gregorio Luperon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Residencial Praderas de Marapica
Residencial Praderas de Marapica might not have many top sights, but Playa Dorada Golf Course and Playa Dorada are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
