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About
Playa Grande is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 66th place out of 246 beaches in the Dominican Republic region 132.8 km away from its center, the city of Santo Domingo. It is one of the beaches of Abreu settlement, just 4.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Playa Grande coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Preciosa, which has a rating of 8.1.
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Playa Grande is located in Dominican Republic within Abreu, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"I have been to many beaches, but this one stands out as the best. The breathtaking beauty of the place is unmatched, and the food is simply amazing. The peaceful atmosphere makes it a perfect spot for families to spend quality time together. I cannot emphasize enough how much I recommend this beach as a must-visit destination."
Dimitri Eliezer
"The beach is absolutely stunning! As soon as we arrived, we were welcomed by the locals, including the parking lot attendant and vendors, who were all very friendly and not pushy. The beach has beautiful golden sand that is incredibly fine."
Robin Frost
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"I have been to many beaches, but this one stands out as the best. The breathtaking beauty of the place is unmatched, and the food is simply amazing. The peaceful atmosphere makes it a perfect spot for families to spend quality time together. I cannot emphasize enough how much I recommend this beach as a must-visit destination."
Dimitri Eliezer
"The beach is absolutely stunning! As soon as we arrived, we were welcomed by the locals, including the parking lot attendant and vendors, who were all very friendly and not pushy. The beach has beautiful golden sand that is incredibly fine."
Robin Frost
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Abreu 3.7 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Rio San Juan 4.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Rio San Juan 2.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand
Rio San Juan 1.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Bright sand
Abreu 3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Rio San Juan 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Cabrera 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
La Entrada 2.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Cambium 2.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
La Entrada 1.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Baoba del Pinal 0.5 km
What to do in Playa Grande? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Playa Grande can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Playa Grande welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Grande?
The Playa Grande is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Playa Grande?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa Grande has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Playa Grande is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Playa Grande good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
The waves in the Playa Grande are usually strong.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Playa Grande for swimming is positive.
Is the Playa Grande good for families?
Yes, the Playa Grande is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Playa Grande secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Playa Grande?
Playa Grande can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Grande?
The bar is located right on the Playa Grande.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa Grande?
There are 84 places to stay in the Playa Grande area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa Grande include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa Grande from parking?
The Playa Grande has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa Grande?
There are 3 attractions near Playa Grande that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa Preciosa- Rio San Juan located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Grande?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa Grande is September. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa Grande (Dominican Republic) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
Abreu, check other popular beaches
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Puerto Plata 5.7 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Bavaro 0.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Bayahibe 0.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Bavaro 3.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, Bright fine sand
El Rincon 2 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Friusa 4.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
El Valle 1.4 km
Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Dominicus 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Sosua 0.7 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Friusa 5.7 km
Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Punta Cana 9.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Las Galeras 5.1 km
