Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Playa Costambar

Playa Costambar is a popular beach known for its serene atmosphere and natural beauty. It is particularly appreciated for its calm waters, making it an ideal location for families with children. The beach is not typically crowded, providing a peaceful environment for visitors. During the weekends, it attracts a larger number of locals, but remains quiet and tranquil during the weekdays.

Explore places to stay near Playa Costambar and enjoy its serene atmosphere and calm waters.

In addition to its natural characteristics, Playa Costambar offers a variety of amenities including restaurants serving delicious food and drinks.

What to do at Playa Costambar?

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with many appreciating its calm waters and lack of overcrowding. The beach's atmosphere is also frequently praised. However, some visitors have noted that it can get quite busy during the weekends.

Where to Stay near Playa Costambar?

If you’re planning a trip to Playa Costambar, consider staying in the Costambar neighborhood itself, which is conveniently located a short walk from the beach. Many visitors also choose accommodations in nearby Puerto Plata for a broader range of dining and entertainment options.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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What to do near Playa Costambar?

Where is Playa Costambar?

Latitude: 19.8150987 / Longitude: -70.7151742

Playa Costambar is located in Puerto Plata. The following map of Playa Costambar shows the exact location.

Playa Costambar: Weather Today

📅 Monday, September 8, 2025
Overall, today might not be the best beach day. There's a chance of thunderstorms, so be mindful of the weather. The air temperature will reach a high of 33.9 °C. The sea is warm at 29.9 °C with moderate waves. The wind will be moderate but could gusty at times. The sun will be filtered through a lot of cloud cover, but the UV index will still be high at 8.8, so be sure to apply sunscreen.
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Air

Low / High23°C/33.9°C
Feels Like (High)38.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature29.9 °C
Wave Height0.8 m
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Rain

Rain Chance85%
Rainfall4.3 mm
Rain Duration5 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:29/18:51
Sunshine Hours10.0 hrs
UV Index8.8
Cloud Cover77%
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Wind

Speed16.8 km/h
Gusts36.4 km/h
DirectionE

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