Most hotels and resorts are located outside of Puerto Plata, a few miles east in Playa Dorada. Travel writers have dubbed Playa Dorada the north coast's primary beach destination, as well as one ...

West of Puerto Plata is a relaxing stretch of golden sand that doesn't usually ... A few restaurants flank Cofresi Beach (which is free to the public and open 24/7), and the Ocean World Adventure ...