Playa Turchese Las Terrenas (Not “Playa Turquesa”) — Important Name & Location Clarification
Many travelers searching for accommodation in Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic often type
“Playa Turquesa” by mistake. The correct name of our residence is
PLAYA TURCHESE, located in Las Terrenas (near Playa Popy) —
not in Punta Cana.
Playa Turchese Las Terrenas vs Playa Turquesa Punta Cana
To avoid confusion, please note that Playa Turchese and Playa Turquesa
are two completely different places in the Dominican Republic:
✅ Playa Turchese — Las Terrenas
- Location: Las Terrenas, Samaná (North Coast)
- Type: Private residence (apartments & villas)
- Ideal for: Vacation rentals, long-term stays, and real estate investment
- Nearby: Playa Popy, restaurants, shops, and local amenities
🏨 Playa Turquesa — Punta Cana
- Location: Punta Cana (East Coast)
- Type: Hotel / resort
- Important: Not in Las Terrenas and not affiliated with Playa Turchese
⚠️ Some people have already made the mistake and had to leave from Punta Cana to arrive in Las Terrenas… Imagine the disappointment…
Road Distance (Car/Taxi): Approximately 255 km (more direct) to 290 km (via Santo Domingo), taking ~4h 30m – 5h.
Why do people confuse “Turchese” and “Turquesa”?
The mix-up is common because the names look and sound similar, and Google/Maps autosuggestions can lead to the
wrong spelling. Some third-party websites may also display incorrect information.
However, if you are looking for Playa Turchese in Las Terrenas, you are in the right place.
If you search “Playa Turquesa Las Terrenas”, you may be seeing results related to
Punta Cana instead.
Looking for Playa Turchese in Las Terrenas?
If your goal is to find a residence near the beach in Las Terrenas for:
- short-term vacation rentals
- long-term stays
- apartments or villas for sale
- a quiet, well-located residence close to Playa Popy
Then you are looking for PLAYA TURCHESE — Las Terrenas.
Quick Summary
- ✅ Playa Turchese is a residence in Las Terrenas.
- ❌ Playa Turquesa is an hotel in Punta Cana.
- ❌ Playa Turquesa is not in Las Terrenas.
- ❌ Playa Turchese is not in Punta Cana.