Puerto Plata sits on the northern side of the island, also called the "Amber Coast," for its prevalence of this semi precious gem. The area's jungle forests, mountain ranges, blue waters and golden beaches make it an outdoor lover's paradise.

Club Hotel Riu Bachata Location: Located on the beach, in Maimon Bay, within the Riu resort complex Year Built: 2002 Beautiful Riu Bachata is an extraordinary getaway on the spectacular shores of Maimon Bay, overlooking a lush tropical mountainside.

Grand Oasis Marien Beach Resort and Spa Location:  Playa Dorada Year Built: 2002 This tasteful hotel offers spacious guestrooms featuring unique Dominican decor and lovely views.

Iberostar Costa Dorada Location: beach Year Built: 1999 Situated on the long, golden beach of Costa Dorada, this hotel is located a convenient five minute drive from Puerto Plata and three minutes from Playa Dorada.

Allegro Playa Dorada Location: On the north coast of the Dominican Republic, on the magnificent Playa Dorada, and only 15 minutes from the international Gregorio Luperón airport, only 10 minutes from the city of Puerto Plata. Year Built: 1989 Allegro Playa Dorada is situated directly over the magnificent beach of Playa Dorada.

Club Hotel Riu Merengue Location: Set on the beach of Maimon Bay. Year Built: 1996 Set amidst tropical gardens and surrounded by mountains, the deluxe Riu Merengue is a beachfront village-style resort.

Allegro Jack Tar Puerto Plata Location: Playa Dorada area, on the beach, only eight miles from the Puerto Plata International Airport and three miles from the downtown area. Year Built: 1981 - Renovated In: 1997 The resort's 73 attractive villas create a spacious and tropical environment, and golfers will enjoy the location next to the 18-hole.

Breezes Puerto Plata Beach Resort and Spa Location: Beach Year Built: 1994 - Renovated In: 2004 Welcome to Breezes Puerto Plata - the playful side of paradise.

Bahia Principe San Juan Location: beach Year Built: 1995 - Renovated In: 2006 It has number of tropical gardens which are the setting for little lanes along which guests can walk while enjoying the sea breeze and the freshness of the natural surroundings.

Viva Wyndham Tangerine Year Built: 2003 Vacation? Action? Sports? Fun? Cabarete! Viva Wyndham Tangerine lies in the middle of one of the hottest vacation spots in the Caribbean.

Victoria Golf and Beach Resort Year Built: 1988 - Renovated In: 2000 Welcome to Victoria Golf and Beach Resort in Playa Dorada, Dominican Republic.

Sun Village Resort and Spa Year Built: 2005 Awaken your Caribbean soul at Sun Village Resort & Spa in Cofresi Beach, the Dominican Republic's most unique vacation paradise.

Gran Ventana Beach Resort Location: Playa Dorada Area, on the Beach Year Built: 1996 - Renovated In: 1998 Playa Dorada Area, on the Beach

Sosua Bay Resort Location: In the heart of Diver's paradise, Sosua village. Only 10 minutes from Puerto Plata's International Airport, and 15 miles from the city of Puerto Plat Year Built: 2002 - Renovated In: 2003 In the heart of Diver's paradise, Sosua village. Only 10 minutes from Puerto Plata's International Airport, and 15 miles from the city of Puerto Plat

Occidental Grand Puerto Plata Location: On the northern coast of Dominican Republic on Playa Dorada. Year Built: 1989 - Renovated In: 2005 On the beach and just 10 minutes to town, you will enjoy a variety of activities and upgraded dining at the resort's 7 restaurants.

Paradise Beach Resort and Casino Location: Beach Year Built: 1986 - Renovated In: 1991 Golden beaches, luscious gardens and bright blue skies provide the memorable setting for this modest Caribbean resort.

Viva Wyndham Samana Year Built: 2001 Located on the northeast coast of the Dominican Republic in Las Terrenas - Samaná, Viva Wyndham Samaná is approximately 10 minutes from the town and 3 hours away from Puerto Plata International Airport.

Celuisma Tropical Playa Dorada Location: On the beach, in the Playa Dorada area Year Built: 1992 - Renovated In: 2005 This classic resort is made up of attractive buildings imaginatively laid out around a lagoon-style pool.

Allegro Playa Grande Location: Clifftop overlooking the secluded beach of Playa Grande, 1 hour and 15minutes east of Puerto Plata. Adjacent to the new Robert Trent Jones golf course. Year Built: 1994 Allegro Playa Grande formerly known as Caribbean Village Playa Grande offers a full range of activities and services to satisfy even the most demanding vacationer.

Caribbean Village Playa Dorada Location: The resort is located in the heart of the Playa Dorada complex in Puerto Plata, on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. Year Built: 1994 The resort is located in the heart of the Playa Dorada complex in Puerto Plata, on the north coast of the Dominican Republic.

Viva Wyndham Playa Dorada Year Built: 2004 The newly completed 204-room resort is located in the heart of the 250-acre Playa Dorada complex, a self-contained resort area with a shopping mall, numerous restaurants, and 13-mile beautiful sandy beach of Playa Dorada.

Blue Bay Villas Doradas Location: Beach Year Built: 1984 - Renovated In: 2006 BlueBay Villas Doradas is located in the Playa Dorada Complex directly in front of the ocean.

Casa Marina Beach Location: Beach Year Built: 1988 - Renovated In: 2003 This centrally located retreat provides economical accommodations and modest amenities amidst a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.