Picolo recommends · Hotel in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
A small white hotel on the sand at Playa Dorada, with a pool on the roof and a kitchen that skips the buffet in favour of modern cooking.
Up on the roof, the pool looks over the palms towards the Atlantic, and the only sound is the surf. Casa Colonial is a small hotel in white colonial style, right on the beach at Playa Dorada on the north coast of the Dominican Republic.
Unlike most places nearby, it does not run on an all-inclusive plan. The restaurant cooks in a modern style, and there is a spa for slow afternoons. The town of Puerto Plata is close by.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
We chose it for couples and adults who want a personal hotel rather than a vast resort. The scale is small, the food is a step up from the buffets, and the beach is right outside.
The north coast has fewer direct flights from Europe than Punta Cana, so the journey is usually longer. And if you want everything included in the price, the big resorts along the coast will suit you better.
What you get
- On the beach at Playa Dorada
- Rooftop pool
- Spa
- Restaurant with modern cooking
- Small hotel suited to adults
A day at Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
- Morning
- A walk along Playa Dorada before the sun gets high.
- Midday
- Lunch at the hotel restaurant, then the rooftop pool.
- Afternoon
- The cable car up Isabel de Torres for views over Puerto Plata.
- Evening
- A treatment at the spa followed by dinner at the hotel.
Location
Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Open in MapsQuestions about Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
Is Casa Colonial Beach & Spa all-inclusive?
No. Casa Colonial works on a standard basis, with its own restaurant serving modern dishes, which sets it apart from the all-inclusive resorts around Playa Dorada.
How do I get to Casa Colonial Beach & Spa?
Puerto Plata has its own international airport, not far from Playa Dorada. There are fewer connections from Europe than to Punta Cana, so expect to change planes.
Who is Casa Colonial Beach & Spa best for?
Couples and adult travellers who prefer a small, personal hotel to a large resort. Families wanting kids' clubs and buffets will be happier elsewhere on the coast.
Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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