I will be coming to puerto plata in october for 2 weeks. I usually stay in an AI (Iberostar). I have heard there are cheaper places to stay. I am not concerned about food/booze. Just want a clean room with air and decent shower/bathroom. My only concern is security, knowing when i leave and then return my passport and other belongings will still be there. Also to be able to sleep without worrying about any intruders. The price for 2 weeks at Iberostar is about $2300 Canadian. flight/food/booze/security. I am usually outside the hotel in the daytime eating and drinking and enjoying the scenery.

They flight from Toronto is about $600, plus i would have to add taxi fare from the airport to the cost. What would be the cost to rent a decent place for 2 weeks in Puerto Plata, and not far from the malecon?
Thanks for any info.
Bill