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Dominican Republic Beaches & All Inclusive Resorts

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The Dominican Republic is an island, so beaches are everywhere along its coast. In fact, the Dominican Republic has 24 named beaches!

Look for the best beaches in one of the Dominican Republic’s 4 primary destinations. They are…

Santo Domingo

Puerto Plata

La Romana

Punta Cana

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Santo Domingo

The area is the largest city and the Dominican Republic’s capital. It’s also the largest city in the Caribbean by population. And it’s the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the Americas.

Santo Domingo Beaches

Beaches in Santo Domingo include:

  • Boca Chica
  • Caribe Beach
  • Guayacanes
  • Juan Dolio

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Puerto Plata

The area is famous as a tourist destination with approximately 100,000 hotel beds. It has the only aerial tramway in the Caribbean. Ride it up to Pico Isabel de Torres.

Puerto Plata Beaches

Beaches in Puerto Plata include:

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La Romana

The area is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Dominican Republic because of the beautiful beaches and great tourist infrastructure. There’s a port where cruise ships dock.

La Romana Beaches

Beaches in La Romana include:

  • Bayahibe
  • Dominicus
  • Catalina Island
  • Saona Island

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Punta Cana Dominican Republic

The area is best known for its beaches because of its location. It spans an area between the Caribbean and the Atlantic. As a result, this area offers many aquatic attractions, such as…

  • racing speedboats
  • sailing
  • party boats
  • deep sea fishing
  • discovery cruises
  • floating spas
  • swimming with dolphins, sharks and stingrays
  • snorkeling cruises
  • whale watching

Punta Cana Beaches

Beaches in Punta Cana include:

  • Punta Cana Beach
  • Juanillo
  • Cabo Engano
  • Bávaro
  • Boca de Yuma
  • Cabeza de Toro
  • El Cortecito/Las Corales
  • Arena Gorda
  • Macao
  • Uvero Alto

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Dominican Republic All-Inclusive Resorts

The Dominican Republic is a leader in all-inclusive resorts. This makes it a good choice for travelers looking for a Caribbean beach vacation at a reasonable price.

All-inclusive means a variety of different things at different hotels. Be sure to check the details before booking your trip. However, at a minimum, an all-inclusive resort includes your hotel room, three meals daily, soft drinks, and most alcoholic drinks.

Santo Domingo All-Inclusive Resorts

  • Be Live Experience Hamaca
  • Don Juan Beach Resort
  • Barcelo Capella Beach
  • Coral Costa Caribe
  • Talanquera Beach Resort
  • BelleVue Dominican Bay

Puerto Plata All-Inclusive Resorts

  • Riu Merengue
  • VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort
  • Barcelo Puerto Plata
  • Casa Marina Beach
  • Blue Bay Villas Doradas
  • Iberostar Costa Dorada
  • Lifestyle Crown Residence Suites
  • Grand Paradise Playa Dorada 
  • Riu Bachata

La Romana All-Inclusive Resorts

  • Viva Wyndham Dominicus
  • Grand Bahia Principe
  • Catalonia La Romana
  • Dreams Dominicus La Romana
  • Be Live Collection Canoa
  • Luxury Bahia Principe Bouganville Don Pablo
  • Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus
  • Dreams La Romana Resort

Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resorts

  • Dreams Palm Beach
  • VIK Hotel Arena Blanca
  • Presidential Suites Punta Cana
  • Riu Naibo
  • Sirenis Punta Cana
  • Catalonia Punta Cana
  • Nature Park Beach Eco Resort
  • Tropical Princess Beach
  • Caribe Club Princess
  • Barcelo Dominican Beach
  • Majestic Colonial
  • Occidental Grand Punta Cana
  • Iberostar Punta Cana
  • Riu Palace Bavaro
  • Punta Cana Princess
  • Memories Splash Punta Cana
  • Iberostar Dominica
  • Grand Palladium Palace
  • Dreams Punta Cana Resort
  • Riu Bambu
  • Grand Palladium Bavaro Suites

Summary

Beaches and all-inclusive resorts go together like peanut butter and jelly. Why? Because they’re made for fun, pampering, and relaxation. Go to the Dominican Republic, where you’ll find both in abundance!

Don’t forget to let us know about your trip once you get home.

To many joyful beach experiences!

— Lisa Dworkin

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