The Dominican Republic offers warm sunshine and beautiful water views, but the fun doesn't have to stop when the sun goes down. Whether you're in the mood for a lively disco or somewhere to discover local music, you'll have some satisfying choices, especially if you choose one of the hotels in the Dominican Republic that offers several ways to stay entertained after-dark.
Hotels in the following lists are some of the best options if you love the Dominican Republic's relaxing afternoons, but want an exciting nightlife, too.
Each of the hotels listed in the following table have been recognized for their outstanding nightlife and entertainment, or as having excellent surrounding nightlife opportunities; the best of the best are listed first. Their ratings are based on many details, including the hotels' on-site and nearby bars, lounges, live entertainment, and more.
Since the availability of live entertainment is some travelers' main focus, you'll find typical frequency of live entertainment in the table. Of course, hotels in the Dominican Republic are known to provide more entertainment during the tourist season, so if you're looking forward to seeing some shows, call the hotel to ask about their seasonal schedules.
| Property | Location | Number of Bars | Lounge/Club | Live Entertainment | Live Ent. Frequency | Accommodation Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santana Beach Resort Hotel and Casino | Dominican Republic | 5 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Sanctuary Cap Cana Golf and Spa | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 5 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Riu Bachata | Puerto Plata and Vicinity | 4 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Puerto Plata Village Caribbean Resort and Beach Club | Puerto Plata | 5 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Occidental Grand Punta Cana | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 7 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Hamaca Coral by Hilton | Santo Domingo and Vicinity | 5 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Gran Bahia Principe Ambar | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 4 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Dreams Punta Cana All-inclusive | Dominican Republic | 10 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Costa Caribe Coral by Hilton | Dominican Republic | 5 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| ClubHotel Riu Mambo | Puerto Plata and Vicinity | 4 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| ClubHotel Riu Bambu | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 4 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| ClubHotel Riu Bachata | Puerto Plata and Vicinity | 4 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Casa Marina Reef | Puerto Plata and Vicinity | 5 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Barcelo Dominican Beach All Inclusive | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 8 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Bahía Príncipe San Juan | Dominican Republic | 6 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Tropical Orquidea Club All-inclusive | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 3 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Hotel |
| Catalonia Bavaro Beach Golf and Casino Resort | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 4 | ![]() |
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5 to 6 days per week | Resort |
| Matum Hotel And Casino | Santiago | 2 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Hotel |
| Iberostar Punta Cana | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 2 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Iberostar Dominicana Hotel | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 2 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach | La Romana and Vicinity | 4 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Excellence Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | 6 | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Resort |
| Riu Palace Punta Cana | Punta Cana and Vicinity | None | ![]() |
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7 days per week | Hotel |
Click on the name of any listed hotel and you'll be led to a full page of information about that property. Each hotel in the Dominican Republic has its own ambiance and amenities; these informative hotel pages can familiarize you with many aspects of the property before you ever arrive.
When the sun goes down and everyone heads out for the night, you might appreciate a hotel that's located near to several nightlife venues. Though these hotels might not have live shows or popular bars and lounges of their own, they are located within a region full of entertainment possibilities. So if you might be interested in lounging at a comfortable bar or simply gazing at the sun setting over the water - drink in hand - these properties are within a 10-minute walk or just a few miles of several choices.
Click on their names to learn more about the properties below, as well as other nearby places of interest, like activities, important landmarks, and dining.
| Nearby Nightlife Options | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property | Location | Accommodation Type | Walking Distance | Short Drive |
| V Centenario InterContinental Santo Domingo | Santo Domingo | Resort | 9 | 26 |
| Sun Village Resort & Spa | Puerto Plata | Resort | 8 | 25 |
| Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus | La Romana and Vicinity | Resort | 11 | 11 |
| Iberostar Bavaro | Punta Cana and Vicinity | Resort | 15 | 157 |
| Hotel Guatapanal Bahia De Coson | Samana and Vicinity | Resort | 4 | 6 |
| Hotel Gran Bahia Principe Cayo Levantado | Samana and Vicinity | Resort | 15 | 15 |
| Hacienda Tropical | Puerto Plata | Resort | 4 | 61 |
| Grand Paradise Playa Dorada | Puerto Plata | Resort | 39 | 61 |
| Gran Bahia Principe El Portillo | Abra Grande | Resort | 4 | 8 |
| Fun Royale and Fun Tropicale All-Inclusive Resorts | Puerto Plata | Resort | 34 | 61 |
| Fiesta Beach Resort and Spa | Punta Cana and Vicinity | 40 | 138 | |
| Catalonia Gran Dominicus | La Romana and Vicinity | Resort | 7 | 11 |
| Casa Marina Beach | Puerto Plata and Vicinity | Resort | 16 | 17 |
| Casa de Campo | La Romana and Vicinity | Resort | 9 | 9 |
| Victorian House | Puerto Plata and Vicinity | Hotel | 16 | 17 |
| Riu Naiboa | Punta Cana and Vicinity | Hotel | 22 | 144 |
| Lifestyle Tropical Beach All Inclusive | Puerto Plata and Vicinity | Hotel | 5 | 5 |
| Hotel Gran Bahia Principe Samana | Samana and Vicinity | Resort | 15 | 15 |
Or you can jump to another part of our site to learn more about the weather or economy in the Dominican Republic, and other topics. Of course, your vacation will have so many elements, not just nights filled with drinking and dancing. You'll want to stay at a hotel that offers just the right mix of amenities, as well as a wonderful setting, with plenty to do nearby.
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