Bahia Principe Holidays

Stunning landscapes and friendly people
On holiday in Bahia Principe in the Dominican Republic you are likely to be staying in one of the resorts highly acclaimed ‘all inclusive’ hotels, where all your holiday needs are catered for. Explore the country’s mountainous interior, go sightseeing in neighbouring town Rio San Juan - steeped in Dominican history and charm - or indulge in the vast array of water sports on offer here. Bahia Principe is found on the Dominican Republic’s Atlantic north  coast, and is greatly admired for its peaceful, sandy beach, calm turquoise waters and surrounding lush tropical scenery. The nearest airport to Bahia Principe is Puerto Plata International Airport.


Warm up your year with a spectacular winter getaway
Bahia Principe is an ideal winter holiday destination. The best time to visit the Dominican Republic is between November and April, when the tropical climate is at its best. Between these months, the temperature can reach the eighties and the days are dry and sunny. Between catching that all-important tan, be sure to visit Dominican Republic’s capital Santo Domingo while holidaying at Bahia Principe. The old walled section of this historic port city is compact and ideal for a day’s casual sight-seeing. Organised tours take in museums, historic churches, the Ozama Fortress and the lighthouse museum where Christopher Columbus’ remains are kept. Another must-see on your holiday is Pico Duarte - the highest peak in the Caribbean at 10,000 feet above sea level. It is located in the middle of a vast national park, and visitors can take two-day guided mule trips up to the summit.

Enjoy the world class beaches of Dominican Republic
There are countless breathtaking beaches to enjoy. At Punta Cana there is a remarkable 50 km beach - believed to be the longest stretch of beach in the Caribbean. Other popular resorts worth visiting include Playa Dorada, Sosua, and Cabarete which is the windsurfing and kite surfing capital of the Caribbean. Just a few miles from Bahia Principe is an equally beautiful and tranquil resort called Bahia Maimon.

Bahia Principe Weather

Many holidaymakers prefer to come to Bahia Principe during the winter months, when the resort sees perhaps the most comfortable of conditions, with highs of 29C, and at least 6 - 7 hours of sun each day. The humidity is lower and the heat is less intense than during the summer, however the resort does see higher levels of rainfall, with most of the rain coming in the form of intense but short-lived showers. The wettest month is December, when rainfall averages at 242mm, with the period from January to March seeing at least 100m of rain each month. The sea temperature remains very warm at this time, with the Atlantic Ocean hovering around 27C - ideal for swimming and water sports. Evening temperatures in Bahia Principe remain around 18C - 20C during the winter, meaning great conditions for al fresco dinners, evening walks and outdoor entertainment.

All-Inclusive Holidays in Bahia Principe

All-inclusive holiday resorts cater to your every need and are excellent value for money. Accommodation will be clean, spacious and airy with basic facilities and a balcony with garden or ocean views. All-inclusive resorts will have a large relaxing pool area, spa and steam room. Family holiday resorts will have a children’s pool area and provide supervised children’s activities so you truly relax and unwind. All resorts will have a pleasant restaurant serving a wide selection of delicious cuisine and enjoy refreshing drinks at one of the bar areas, and don’t miss the evening entertainment.