Boca Chica - Dominican Republic's Main Beach

The back side of the of main section of Dominican Republic's Boca Chica Beach is lined from end to end with various businesses.  At the extreme east end is the Hamaca Beach Resort.  The Hamaca has cordoned off their section of beach frontage with a wall and pier, although technically, the first 60 meters from the water is public property by law, all across the country.  This resort is all-inclusive however, and those not wearing the tell-tale wristbands that are given to guests upon registration are prevented from entering the property via the beach by security guards. 

At the opposite end of the beach is the 3rd all-inclusive hotel, Boca Beach Resort, although actually this is only their sunning area with a building that houses their disco and restaurant.  Their main grounds and pool are located a couple blocks away, accessible via a private walkway, part of which is a suspended sky-walk and part of which weaves through a courtyard.

There are no other hotels directly on the beach, although there are many within 1/2 block.  Between these hotels, the beach is essentially wall-to-wall small restaurants and bars.  Many rent out beach chairs and umbrellas.  Make sure you confirm the price for any item you order, including drinks and food, as visitors have been known to be overcharged.  That said, one can easily and very inexpensively spend the day on the beach with complete food and beverage service while lounging on a comfortable beach chair.  For about US$10, you can even enjoy a 1/2 hour massage, right where you lay.