Best Beaches in Dominican Republic

PHOTO: The beach from Casa Colonial courtesy of Casa Colonial

When considering the ‘best beaches in the world,” it would be negligent to pass up the opportunity to review any of the 800 miles of coastline the Caribbean Island of the Dominican Republic has to offer. Puerto Plata. Sosúa. Cabarete. Samaná. Barahona. The capital of Santo Domingo. And the favored Punta Cana. All are a quick 3 ½ hour flight from Washington, D.C. and all offer the sugary sand beaches with crystalline water the Dominican Republic is famous for.

Two resorts come to mind.

PHOTO: Exterior shot of Casa Colonial courtesy of Casa Colonial

Casa Colonial

Puerto Plata

http://www.casacolonialhotel.com/index.html

The only Dominican Republic hotel apart of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotel of the World, Casa Colonial is the ultimate, world-class resort. Located on the exotic north coast of the Dominican Republic, this tastefully intimate resort has an old-world, colonial chic vibe while the award-winning Lucia restaurant artfully prepares cuisine to 21st century standards.

PHOTO: Exterior shot of Casa Colonial courtesy of Casa Colonial

PHOTO: Breakfast on the veranda at Casa Colonial courtesy of Casa Colonial

PHOTO: Paradisus Punta Cana courtesy of Paradisus Punta Cana

Paradisus Punta Cana

Playa de Bávaro, Punta Cana

http://www.melia.com/en/hotels/dominican-republic/punta-cana/paradisus-palma-real-golf-and-spa-resort/index.html

Repeatedly listed as one of the best beaches in the world, the luxury all-inclusive Paradisus Punta Cana features 100 acres of ecological gardens as well as all the amenities of a destination beach: 12 restaurants, 10 bars, a spa, and lots of access to the ocean. Be sure to enjoy the “Royal Service” category which comes complete with its own butler.