Hotels in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata sits on the Dominican Republic's northern coast, with a tropical climate that stays between 75°F and 89°F (24°C to 32°C) year-round. It's famous for the cable car ride up Mount Isabel de Torres, where you can see the 50-foot Christ statue and a botanical garden, and for the 16th-century Fort San Felipe, which guards the harbor. Winters (December to April) offer dry, sunny days perfect for surfing at Playa Encuentro or exploring the amber mines, while summer showers (May to November) mean lush green hills and cheaper hotel rates for hiking through El Choco National Park.