Encuentro Beach

This prime surfing location is a tip choice for experienced wave-riders. Swimmers though should stay close to shore, as the waves are rough and the currents equally so.

Situated in the vicinity of Puerto Plata, 3.1 miles northwest of Cabarete, Encuentro Beach is on the Northeast coast of the Dominican Republic. You might think about stopping by even if you aren't staying in the immediate vicinity. Peace and quiet is what you'll find at the majority of the Dominican Republic's beaches, but Encuentro Beach offers those same relaxation qualities without having to be too far removed from the city's activity.

How to Access The Beach

There is plenty of parking at this easily accessible beach.

Amenities and Ambiance

The thin strip of sand at Encentro Beach is smoothed by the barrage of waves, which come almost to the wall of trees backing the beach during high tide. With that said, if you come during low-tide be sure to set-up your stuff close to the trees or the water may wash them away without you knowing.

Keep in mind that restrooms won't be found on-site, though you may be able to use the facilities at a nearby business. For those who don't want to get too sandy while you're soaking up the rays, visitors can access lounge chairs at this spot.

What's Nearby

Attractions

This pleasant stretch of sand known as Encuentro Beach is on the Dominican Republic's Northeast coast. It is close to Pauhana Surf School, which is one of the attractions close-by.

If you want to discover more interesting facts about the history of the Dominican Republic, some of the nearby attractions offer a historical perspective of the country. One of the nearest historical attractions is Carcel San Felipe, which is not too far from the shore, and is reachable in a cab.

If a visit to the Encuentro Beach isn't enough to keep you busy all afternoon, the beach is located near the attractions in the following table.

Activities and Attractions Near Encuentro Beach

Attraction	Type	Distance	Direction	Island
Pauhana Surf School	Surfing Instruction	0.2	WNW	--
Monkey Jungle	Zip Line Site	3.1	SE	--
Casino Playa Chiquita	Casino	4.5	W	--
Museo De La Comunidad Judía De Sosúa	Museum	4.7	W	--
Jewish Museum of Sosua	Museum	4.7	W	--

Cities and Towns

The nearest region in the Dominican Republic to Encuentro Beach is Cabarete. This interesting part of the Dominican Republic is only three miles from the beach, so it doesn't have to be a terribly lengthy excursion. Cabarete is in an area with plenty of worthwhile sites, while still remaining less developed and congested as some other places.

Hotels

How many other people you encounter at Encuentro Beach will vary depending on the time of day, particularly in the high season when hotels overflow with tourists. You can typically expect to encounter a fair number of other guests who are staying close by.

Those seeking a place to stay near the beach should find themselves in luck, as there are plenty of hotels and resorts to choose from in the vicinity. Find the closest lodging options by looking over those shown in the following table.

Accommodations near Encuentro Beach

Hotel	Distance	Direction	Type
Cacique House	1.1 mi.	W	Hotel
Natura Cabana Boutique Hotel and Spa	1.1 mi.	W	Lodge
Extreme Hotel	1.8 mi.	SE	Lodge
Kite Beach Hotel	1.9 mi.	SE	Hotel
Agualina Kite Resort	1.9 mi.	SE	Hotel
KiteBeach Penthouse Rental	1.9 mi.	SE	Hotel
Barefoot Beach Pad	2.5 mi.	SE	Hotel
Viva Wyndham Tangerine	2.7 mi.	SE	Hotel
Celuisma Cabarete	--	--	Hotel
Tropical Casa Laguna Beach Resort	2.9 mi.	SE	Resort

Food

If you're feeling hungry for a midday meal, this beach has you covered, and you don't have to go far from the sea. One of the closest places to eat is Karaya. This restaurant features eclectic food. They also specialize in health food. You and your group can get to this restaurant and start eating in just a few minutes since it's just a short distance away.

Some nearby restaurant options are shown below.

Restaurants near Encuentro Beach

Restaurant Name	Phone	Cuisine	Style	Distance	Direction
Karaya	(809) 571-1507	Eclectic	Very Casual	1.1 mi.	W
Natura	(809) 571-1507	International	Very Casual	1.1 mi.	W
Kite Club Cafe	(829) 644-8404	Caribbean	Very Casual	1.7 mi.	SE
Casa Mami	(809) 618-6987	Creole	Very Casual	1.8 mi.	SE
Point Break Bar and Restaurant	(809) 571-0878	Eclectic	Very Casual	1.9 mi.	SE
VacaBar	(809) 889-1198	American	Very Casual	1.9 mi.	SE
Barefoot Bar and Grill	(809) 571-0154	Eclectic	Informal	2.5 mi.	SE
Maraja Beach Lounge Restaurant	(809) 571-0123	Italian	Informal	2.7 mi.	SE
Club Italia 56	(809) 571-0872	Italian	Informal	2.8 mi.	SE
Tropicoco	(809) 571-0647	International	Informal	2.8 mi.	SE
Yamazato	(809) 571-0814	Asian Fusion	Informal	2.9 mi.	SE
The Burger Joint	--	American	Very Casual	2.9 mi.	SE

Other Beaches

Travelers who are looking for the ideal beach will have plenty of other choices in the Dominican Republic besides Encuentro Beach.

Another location you might enjoy is Bozo Beach, situated just a short distance away. On the other hand, Playa Congrejo offers a little more opportunity for excitement, and isn't far from nearby attractions. It's located nine and a half miles to the west.

Travelers may also want to consider Kite Beach, located a mile and a half away.

The Dominican Republic has plenty to offer its visitors, and Encuentro Beach is just one of many incredible attractions you can choose from.