Planning first trip to Dominican Republic. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 10 days
Tips appreciated.
Dominican Republic — hotel recommendations near the action
Started by PhillyFred · 6 Mar 2026 · 1687 views
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I was there in February and prices were exactly as described.
Spent about $109/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: avoid weekends.
Spent about $109/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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7 Mar 2026 at 07:20
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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7 Mar 2026 at 13:17
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Been going for years. The scene has improved recently.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at bars?
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I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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18 Mar 2026 at 14:43
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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