3 Best Hotels in Curaçao

Name: Sandals Royal Curaçao
Address: Santa Barbara Plantation, Porta Blanku Nieuwpoort, n/a Curaçao, Curaçao
Telephone: 1-800-840--5683-in U.S.
Price range: $$$$

Simple beachside relaxation, culture and history, snorkel and dive-centered, adult-only romantic solitude, or fun family-friendly activity spots: On Curaçao you’ll find it all, including small boutique-style stays and all-inclusive full-service complexes. You'll generally find that hotels at all price levels provide friendly, prompt, detail-oriented service and clean, well-maintained accommodations, and English is spoken by staff just about everywhere. Many of the large-scale resorts east and west of Willemstad proper have lovely beaches and provide a free shuttle to the city, 5 to 10 minutes away, but there are also fine hotels right in the city center should you want to be in the heart of the action. There are also resorts in their own self-maintained neighborhoods just out of town in Santa Barbara and Jan Thiel.

Villas and Rentals. Villa and bungalow rentals are especially popular with divers and European visitors and are generally good options for large groups or longer stays. Coral Estates (www.coralestatevillas.com) has gorgeous villa homes to rent. The Curaçao Tourist Board (www.curacao.com) has a complete list of rental apartments, villas, and bungalows on its website.

THE BEST HOTEL IN CURAÇAO

Sandals Royal Curaçao

$$$$ | Santa Barbara Plantation, Porta Blanku Nieuwpoort, Curaçao

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The grand old colonial-style estate of the historic Santa Barbara Plantation on Spanish Waters has been transformed into an incarnation of an adults-only, couples-focused Sandals resort. Though little is recognizable of the old property---save for the backdrop of the towering Table Mountain (Tafelberg) and the famous Old Quarry Golf Course right next door---it’s a whole new world with 8 restaurants, 13 bars, and a cute alfresco food truck court. There are 24 room categories to choose from, but two of them are firsts here: the super luxe Kurason Island Suites and the Awa Seaside Bungalows, both of which come with complimentary Mini Coopers to explore the island and their own butlers. Another first is the impressive split-level infinity pool spilling on to the sea. Round-trip transfers from the airport are complimentary. There is a seven-night minimum stay.

Baoase

$$$$ | Winterswijkstraat 2, Willemstad, Curaçao Fodor's Choice

Spacious villas, the ultimate in luxury, and top-notch service are the norm at this Balinese-inspired escape, where anything is possible—from private butlers and chefs to in-room or seaside spa treatments. Many of the villas are surrounded by tropical foliage and open onto a private water circuit. To top it off, the property's immaculate man-made beach is set on a private lagoon with a sunbathing island. Twelve of the exclusive superior beachfront suites have private infinity-edged dipping pools on a secondary private beach. Baoase also has its own yacht for luxury private island sea tours.

Zoëtry Curaçao Resort & Spa

$$$$ | Piscadera Bay, Curaçao

This small boutique property from the AMR Inclusive Collection is their highest-end, wellness-focused brand, designed more for romantic adult wellness escapes than for families---though children are welcome. Here, guests enjoy their signature Endless Privileges program with unlimited high-end spirits and gourmet fare at three restaurants and four bars, as well as access to all the food and beverage service at Zoëtry's nearby sister resort Dreams Curaçao, including complimentary shuttles to their private beach.

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