Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata

#4 Top 5 cities

Puerto Plata is a sensible coastal option for people who want the sea and workable amenities without Punta Cana's premium pricing.

Country overview

Year-round temperatures

Day: 28°C aΕΎ 32°C

Night: 20°C aΕΎ 24°C

Climate

Humid tropical seaside climate with very warm summers and a warm winter.

Distance to the sea

0 km

Social atmosphere

7/10

Business friendliness

5/10

Scores

Scores

Safety 5/10
Housing cost 7/10
Food cost 7/10
Internet availability 7/10
Internet speed 6/10
Internet stability 6/10
Electricity stability 6/10

Community types

  • Retirees
  • Digital nomads
  • Seasonal expats
  • Couples

Largest nationality groups

  • πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈAmericans
  • πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canadians
  • πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermans
  • πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ΈSpanish

Pros / Cons

Pros

  • +Beaches and sea
  • +Lower living costs
  • +Tourist infrastructure
  • +Pleasant atmosphere

Cons

  • βˆ’Tourism seasonality
  • βˆ’Smaller job market
  • βˆ’Smaller expat scene