Fodor's Expert Review Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort & Emerald Casino

John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Piscadera Bay, , Curaçao Fodor's Choice

The cream of the crop of Curaçao's resorts beckons you to live it up from the moment you arrive. The grand open-air lobby ushers you into a wonder world, carefree and unpretentious, embraced by a private crescent beach that hugs the resort's edge. Towering palm trees and cheerful bursts of red hibiscus and oleander surround the panoply of laid-back luxury; an attentive staff greets you with pleasantries at every turn. Indulge yourself with a holistic treatment at the spa, frolic at the swim-up bar, try your luck at the alluring—though small—casino, or kick back with a mojito at the Emerald Lounge, which transforms into a nightspot. Guest rooms, which are attractively outfitted but otherwise standard-issue chain-hotel rooms, all have balconies or patios. With myriad options, the breakfast buffet is among the island's best. An all-inclusive option is offered.

PROS

  • no need to leave the compound for anything but sightseeing
  • excellent beach location
  • first-class fitness center
  • five-star PADI dive shop

CONS

  • feels big and impersonal
  • pool area can get very busy

QUICK FACTS

Resort
Family
Casual
Beachfront
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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 5999-736–8800

HOTEL DETAILS

237 rooms, 10 suites
Rate Includes: Free breakfast

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