Cofresi Beach, located close to Puerto Plata, is named after an infamous Puerto Rican pirate, Captain Roberto Cofresi. This tiny fishing village was just another sleepy bay on the Atlantic till tourism took over and today Playa Cofresi is a much sought out destination in the Dominican Republic.
You can find a wide range of vacation rentals ranging from condos, cabins, farmhouses to exclusive villas, cottages and villas. Elegantly designed and furnished, these homes offer spectacular views of the surroundings and are well connected to the beach and other attractions of the region. Relax away from the crowds in your home and if you prefer a more active vacation there are abundant tours, adventures, golf, casinos & restaurants. The vacation rentals in Playa Cofresi are ideally located for all types of vacationers. Enjoy the local amenities, or use your home as a base to explore the many interesting sights along the North Coast.
While here, make sure you check out the local Dominican coffee, which locals say is second only to Colombian. The cuisine here is special and so do make sure to experiment some of the great dishes served in this country.
You will find numerous merengue and salsa music clubs, which mainly attract locals and tourists. Besides, there are casinos at the Choice Holiday, Hotel Playa Dorada and Paradise Hotel in the Playa Dorada complex and Ocean World Casino Resort. In the Cofresi area, Lighthouse Disco at Ocean World Marina & Casino is popular on Fridays and Saturdays.
For the golf enthusiasts, there is the Playa Grande Golf Course. The Robert Trent Jones-designed Playa Grande 18-hole golf course is rated by many golf experts as the best in the Caribbean. The course was designed to take full advantage of the area's beauty with ten holes following the cliffs overlooking the incredibly blue Atlantic Ocean below.
