Accommodations in Curaçao

Curaçao is home to much diversity, and its accommodations are no exception. Here you'll find everything from beautiful resorts and bungalow hideaways to do-it-yourself camping stays.

Location

Hotels are often located near Willemstad along the southern coast of Curaçao. Dive resorts like Kontiki Dive and Beach Resort are also concentrated in this area, usually no more than 15 minutes from downtown.

To the northwest of Willemstad, Piscadera Bay is home to many of the larger chain and resort hotels. Travelers looking to stay on a budget would be wise to explore hotel options in the Punda and Otrobanda districts of Willemstad.

Travelers who want to stay in Willemstad should call ahead and make reservations, as city hotels often fill up with business travelers from around the world, especially nearby Venezuela. 

To get a better feel for what particular accommodations have to offer, visit our Guide to Hotels in Detail which allows you toscroll through this site's alphabetical listing of hotels and resorts on the island to take an in-depth look at amenities and facilities, as well as other aspects of vacation accommodations. You may also like to check out our Curaçao Map page, which offers you a digital image of the island, as well as further information on attractions, places to stay, and transportation options.

Options

Hotels

There is a wide array of lodging options in Curaçao, from small, inexpensive hotels known as guesthouses, to hotels that cater to the business traveler, and even specialty resorts that offer package deals on popular activities such as diving.  All-inclusive resorts are certainly available to travelers, but may not be the most popular way to stay in Curaçao because it is such a unique destination.  Breezes Curaçao is one of the only properties on the island that is all-inclusive.

Condo & Villa Rentals

Rental properties such as condos, villa, and vacation apartments vary so greatly that no matter what you are looking for in a rental, it won't be hard to find.  From a studio-style apartment to an expansive villa with room enough for your extended family, Curaçao has it all.  One thing you can count on is that each property will have a kitchenette or full kitchen for you to prepare your meals in, separate living and sleeping spaces, and private bathrooms. The Art & Nature Inn and Best Western Blue Bay Village are two of the island's rental properties.

Camping & Eco-Tourism

Camping is possible, but there are no official campgrounds in Curaçao.  Bring your own equipment, and find a spot on the beach that you like.  If the owner of the beach agrees, you can set up camp and sleep under the stars.  For more information, visit our guide to Camping & Eco-Tourism in Curaçao.

Personal Considerations

There are numerous factors for you to consider as you try and locate the best accommodations options for you and your traveling companions.  Certainly it can be stressful to try and meet everyones needs, but breaking it down and looking at everything individually, then making a list of your requirements will help. By visiting out Best Hotel For . . . pages, you can pin point locations that will offer you specific amenities on your list.

Number of People Traveling

The number of people and the type of group you are traveling with make a difference in the type of accommodations you'll want to reserve.  Large groups who want to room together will want to be find a hotel that specializes in suites (like Floris Suite Hotel), or a rental property large enough to accommodate everyone.  This will likely be less expensive than reserving numerous hotel rooms, and you won't have to worry about if all the rooms will be near each other.

Smaller families traveling with young children may want to be on the look out for a resort the caters to kids.  Many have babysitting services, kids clubs, and activities geared towards bringing the family together.  Sunset Waters Beach Resort and Avila Beach Hotel are some of the island's family friendly accommodations.

One the opposite end of the spectrum, adults traveling without children may want to look for a resort that is advertised as being better for adults-only, with interests in nigthtlife and entertainment, or couples may want to find an intimate retreat the specializes in creating a romantic setting like the Hilton Curaçao.

Interests

If you are traveling to Curaçao specifically to participate in a specialized activity, like snorkeling and diving, fishing, or golf, you may be able to purchase a package through a hotel that provides you with lodgings, meals, and daily excursions having to do with your desired activity.  Lions Dive Hotel is one example of a hotel whose specialty is diving.

Because Curaçao has an extremely open attitude toward homosexuality, many hotels support gay and lesbian travelers as a part of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA). Such accommodations are listed on Gay Curaçao's Web site. These hotels welcome all travelers.

Length of Stay

Most vacationers stay in Curaçao for a week or less, so choosing a hotel room is no big deal.  But those who will be on the island for longer may want something that feels a little more like home.  A rental property is the best option for these types of travelers.

Quality

Accommodations in Curacao have a wide range of costs, but usually begin around $25(USD) per night. Mid-range accommodations cost approximately $100(USD) to $150(USD) per night. Popular dive resorts along the southern coast may charge more than $250(USD) per night, while the most expensive hotels will top $300(USD) per night.

It's also important to ask the hotel if the quoted cost includes the 12 percent government room tax and $3(USD) per night energy tax.

You may prefer to look at Star Ratings as a way to determine if potential accommodations are right for you, which are set up to ignore cost and focus instead on quality of service, amenities, decor, and so on.

One and Two Stars

One Star accommodations are usually small and often owned and operated by the same person or group of people. This accommodations are usually minimal in the amenities, but clean.  If you want to save money, and plan to spend most of your time exploring the island, a 1 Star will be just fine for you.

Two Star properties range in size from small to medium.  They can be owned and operated by the same person, or a part of a small national chain.  Amenities are often still sparse, but may include cable television, and room service in some cases.  Habitat Curaçao Resort and Holiday Beach Hotel and Casino are two 2 Star hotels.

Three Stars

Three Star properties are an attractive choice for many vacationers.  They are typically spacious, feature excellent hospitality, and are nicely decorated.  Room service will typically be available, and the hotel may even have a restaurant or two on site.  Be on the lookout for Papagayo Beach Resort and Livingstone Jan Thiel Resort, which are both 3 Star properties.

Four Stars

Large, well-appointed rooms, and above-average care are what typifies 4 Star properties in Curaçao.  Expect to be treated very well, and to fine extra fine amenities, like a mini bar, in the room.  Renaissance Curaçao Resort is one of the island's 4 Star resorts.

Five Stars

For the highest degree in personal service and luxury amenities, choose a 5 Star property in Curaçao.  Comfortable, impeccably decorated, and featuring many extra amenities, 5 Star properties are the highest in quality.  Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman is an example of one of the upper crust hotels in the Cayman Islands.

Hotel Search

One of the features of Curacao Guide is an advanced hotel search tool that allows you to narrow down your accommodations options. Instead of searching through all of the hotels on the island, enter in your location, cost, travel dates, and featured preferences.  A list that meats your criteria will be generated.  You will also be able to search by availability, and even book your hotel right here.

The friendly faces and welcoming smiles of the people in Curaçao are topped only by the number of hotel and accommodation options available to travelers.