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Dominican Republic

The Caribbean's most-loved all-inclusive coast.

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The Dominican resorts our travellers book most this season, family and adults-only, all 4-star and up.

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Casa Marina Sosua Trademark By Wyndham Ai

All-Inclusive

Sosua

Dominican Republic

3.4 (2,763)
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts mer. 23 sept.
  • 7 nights
  • Room Gardenview
  • Flights incl.
From
929 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 77 $/mowith FlexPay

Playabachata Hotel

All-Inclusive

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

3.5 (5,263)
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts mer. 16 sept.
  • 7 nights
  • Room King
  • Flights incl.
From
939 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 78 $/mowith FlexPay

Vik Hotel Arena Blanca

All-Inclusive

Punta Cana

Dominican Republic

3.5 (1,859)
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts jeu. 17 sept.
  • 5 nights
  • Superior Gardenview
  • Flights incl.
From
969 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 80 $/mowith FlexPay

Viva Tangerine By Wyndham

All-Inclusive

Cabarete

Dominican Republic

3.6 (1,710)
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts mer. 23 sept.
  • 7 nights
  • Superior Room
  • Flights incl.
From
1 019 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 84 $/mowith FlexPay

Viva Heavens By Wyndham

All-Inclusive

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

3.8 (1,010)
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts mer. 16 sept.
  • 7 nights
  • Bliss Room
  • Flights incl.
From
1 029 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 85 $/mowith FlexPay

Blue Bay Villas Doradas

All-Inclusive

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

3.7 (5,233)
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts mer. 16 sept.
  • 7 nights
  • Promo Room
  • Flights incl.
From
1 029 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 85 $/mowith FlexPay

Marien Puerto Plata Hotel

All-Inclusive

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

3.9 (1,379)
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts mer. 16 sept.
  • 7 nights
  • Deluxe Gardenview King
  • Flights incl.
From
1 059 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 88 $/mowith FlexPay

Occidental Punta Cana

All-Inclusive

Punta Cana

Dominican Republic

3.7 (15,930)
From Toronto (YYZ)WestJet Vacations · Direct flightDeparts mar. 25 août
  • 3 nights
  • Superior Room
  • Flights incl.
From
1 079 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 89 $/mowith FlexPay

Cofresi Palm Beach And Spa Resort

All-Inclusive

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

3.2
From Toronto (YYZ)Sunwing Vacations · Direct flightDeparts mar. 1 sept.
  • 7 nights
  • Superior Room
  • Flights incl.
From
1 085 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 90 $/mowith FlexPay

Senator Puerto Plata Hotel

All-Inclusive

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

3.8 (6,101)
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts mer. 16 sept.
  • 7 nights
  • Senator Junior Suite 1 King
  • Flights incl.
From
1 089 $
per person · taxes incl.
or 90 $/mowith FlexPay

Destinations

Explore Dominican Republic

8 destinations to choose from

Handpicked · Verified reviews

Hotels in the Dominican Republic

Punta Cana Seven Beaches

Punta Cana Seven Beaches

Punta Cana

3.0
  • Beach
  • Pool
  • Lounge
  • WiFi

From

64 $/ night
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Flamboyan
Breakfast Included

Flamboyan

Playa Bavaro

3.0
  • Pool
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Ski

From

69 $/ night
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Costa Love Aparta-Hotel
Breakfast Included

Costa Love Aparta-Hotel

Punta Cana

4.0
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Bar

From

73 $/ night
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Noa Hotel

Noa Hotel

Punta Cana

2.0
  • WiFi
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Room Only

From

87 $/ night
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Playa Palmera Beach Resort

Playa Palmera Beach Resort

Punta Cana

2.0
  • Beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Restaurant

From

64 $/ night
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Cana Brava Residences Rental Apartment
5-Star

Cana Brava Residences Rental Apartment

Bavaro

5.0
  • Beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Casino

From

104 $/ night
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Reserva Real By Harper
Breakfast Included

Reserva Real By Harper

Punta Cana

4.0
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Bar

From

134 $/ night
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Whala!Urban Punta Cana
Breakfast Included

Whala!Urban Punta Cana

Punta Cana

4.0
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Bar

From

139 $/ night
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Truecost Caribbean Paradise
Breakfast Included

Truecost Caribbean Paradise

Punta Cana

3.0
  • Beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Casino

From

166 $/ night
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Beach Fun And Life

Beach Fun And Life

Punta Cana

2.0
  • Room Only

From

191 $/ night
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At a glance

Discover the Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic vacations range from Punta Cana's endless Bavaro beach to the green north coast, whale-season Samana and the quieter La Romana and Miches. Punta Cana is the headline, one of the most-booked all-inclusive coasts in the Caribbean, but the country is bigger and more varied than one strip of sand. The north coast around Puerto Plata pairs beaches with mountains and waterfalls, Samana is wild and green with winter whales, and Santo Domingo holds the oldest colonial city in the Americas. Value is excellent, and the flight is one of the shortest to the deep Caribbean.

Dominican RepublicClimate

Climate

26–31°C, warm year-round

JanDec
PeakShoulderAvoid

Tropical. Dry, sunny winters; Atlantic hurricane season peaks Sep–Oct.

Currency

Dominican Peso (DOP)

USD accepted at most resorts; cards widely used

Entry

Visa-free

Complete the free online E-Ticket form before departure and arrival

Language

Spanish

Top Experiences in Dominican Republic

Saona Island
Island day trip

Saona Island

A protected palm-fringed island of white sand and shallow turquoise lagoons off the southeast coast.

Damajagua Waterfalls
Adventure

Damajagua Waterfalls

Climb and slide through 27 natural limestone pools near Puerto Plata.

Punta Cana beaches
Sun & sand

Punta Cana beaches

Over 50 km of coconut-lined Caribbean coast — the heart of DR's resort scene.

Essential info for Canadian travellers

  • Passport: A valid Canadian passport is required. Complete the free online E-Ticket form before departure and arrival.

  • Travel insurance: Provincial health plans don't cover medical emergencies abroad — comprehensive travel insurance is essential.

  • Power & plugs: Type A/B outlets at 110–120V, same as Canada. No adapter needed at most resorts.

  • Money: Resorts run largely cashless; bring a credit card plus some small bills for tips and local vendors.

When to visit the Dominican Republic

Dec – AprPeak season

Dry, sunny and warm, 26–29°C — the busiest and priciest window, with whales gathering in Samana Jan–Mar.

May – AugShoulder season

Warm and increasingly humid, with great value and thinner crowds, though the later months bring higher storm risk.

Sep – OctLow season

Peak of the Atlantic hurricane season, hot and humid with the highest storm risk — but the lowest prices of the year.

Where to stay

Where to stay in Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic offers a range of bases — here's how to choose the right area for your trip.

Punta Cana

East coast

Most Popular

50 km of coconut-lined Caribbean beach and the country's biggest resort strip.

Best for
  • Families
  • All-inclusive
  • Beach

Puerto Plata

North coast

Adventure

Cable cars, waterfalls and a mix of resort and authentic town life.

Best for
  • Adventure
  • Value
  • Nature

Samaná

Northeast

Nature

Palm-backed bays, whale watching and El Limón waterfall — the DR's wild side.

Best for
  • Nature
  • Couples
  • Quiet
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Good to know

Dominican Republic travel FAQ

Everything Canadian travellers ask before booking

Do Canadians need a passport or visa for Dominican Republic?

A valid passport is required; most visitors do not need a visa for short tourist stays, and a tourist card is now included in the airfare.

Is the Dominican Republic safe to visit?

Yes. The resort areas are well-travelled and geared to visitors; use normal precautions and stick to resort zones and organised tours.

How long is the flight from Canada to Dominican Republic?

Approximately ~4h 30m from Toronto. Times vary by gateway and season.

Which area should I choose?

Punta Cana for the most resorts and beach, La Romana and Miches for quiet, Puerto Plata for beaches-and-mountains, Samana for nature and whales.

When is the best time to visit the Dominican Republic?

December to April is dry, warm and peak; May and November are quieter and cheaper, and humpback whales gather in Samana from January to March.

Is it good value?

Yes, it is one of the best-value all-inclusive destinations in the Caribbean.

What currency should I bring?

Dominican Peso (DOP). USD accepted at most resorts; cards widely used.

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes — it's strongly recommended. Provincial health plans don't cover medical emergencies abroad.

Are all-inclusive resorts worth it in Dominican Republic?

For most Canadians, yes — meals, drinks and activities are bundled at a strong fixed price, making budgeting easy.