The romantic city of Willemstad is full of attractions, such as Mambo Beach and Kura Hulanda Museum, and is loved for its snorkeling spots and shopping.
The romantic city of Sabana Westpunt is full of attractions, such as Kalki Beach and Grote Knip Beach, and is loved for its beaches and seafood restaurants.
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Mambo Beach is one of the most popular seaside spots located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from central Willemstad. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Jan Thiel Beach and Tugboat Beach.
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Grote Knip Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.3 mi (2 km) from central Sabana Westpunt. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Kleine Knip Beach located nearby.
Historic Center is home to Queen Emma Bridge, so why not stop by during your stay in Willemstad. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches.
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Jan Thiel Beach is a spot you might want to check out when visiting central Jan Thiel. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Mambo Beach and Tugboat Beach.
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Cas Abao Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Cas Abou. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Porto Marie Beach located nearby.
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Blue Bay Beach, located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Sint Michiel. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Kokomo Beach.
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Renaissance Shopping Mall in Historic Center. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches. Splash some more cash at Rif Fort and Floating Market.
The property was great. The nearest beach is steps away and there is a couple of restaurants and bar at that beach. The hotel has a restaurant on site. We rented a car to buy groceries and visit other beaches. The hotel staff was very helpful. I would definitely come back again.
The property was great. The nearest beach is steps away and there is a couple of restaurants and bar at that beach. The hotel has a restaurant on site. We rented a car to buy groceries and visit other beaches. The hotel staff was very helpful. I would definitely come back again.
Overall, the property is beautiful. It's centrally located to many great restaurants and not a far walk to the Punda area.
NOTE TO AMERICANS: The one thing we found very frustrating was that we didn't bring an electrical plug converter based on a quick google search and the hotel rooms only had the "Schuko" plugs and not enough converters. BRING YOUR CONVERTERS!
Overall, the property is beautiful. It's centrally located to many great restaurants and not a far walk to the Punda area.
NOTE TO AMERICANS: The one thing we found very frustrating was that we didn't bring an electrical plug converter based on a quick google search and the hotel rooms only had the "Schuko" plugs and not enough converters. BRING YOUR CONVERTERS!
Timothy
Reviewed February 21, 2022Reviewed February 21, 2022
Joshua was amazing and made our anniversary extra special by decorating our room. The entire staff was fantastic! My husband and I will be returning for sure
Joshua was amazing and made our anniversary extra special by decorating our room. The entire staff was fantastic! My husband and I will be returning for sure
this property is divine. the cleaning staff is divine. it's a kind of rbnb. the property is large so you don't need to leave it as it has three restaurants. It does not have a pool but it has a beautiful beach. You're going to love it. To enter the beach you have to show a QR code for each person, this part annoyed me because only I made the reservation and my partner was required another separate QR code. It's uncomfortable because we had to bring two cell phones. if you need personal things...
this property is divine. the cleaning staff is divine. it's a kind of rbnb. the property is large so you don't need to leave it as it has three restaurants. It does not have a pool but it has a beautiful beach. You're going to love it. To enter the beach you have to show a QR code for each person, this part annoyed me because only I made the reservation and my partner was required another separate QR code. It's uncomfortable because we had to bring two cell phones. if you need personal things...
We had an overall pleasant experience with a comfortable room and extremely friendly staff. The hotel is in an ideal location close to many amenities including the town centre yet it still had a sense of peaceful isolation.
We had an overall pleasant experience with a comfortable room and extremely friendly staff. The hotel is in an ideal location close to many amenities including the town centre yet it still had a sense of peaceful isolation.
Hotel was very nice. Room was actually an apartment. Staff are extremely friendly and I would stay here again just based off this. Hotel is in an ideal location. Less then a 10 min walk to the beach, dennys, several shops, ferry to Punda- floating market, several museums, all kinds of stuff. We felt very safe here and the locals were amazingly friendly.
Hotel was very nice. Room was actually an apartment. Staff are extremely friendly and I would stay here again just based off this. Hotel is in an ideal location. Less then a 10 min walk to the beach, dennys, several shops, ferry to Punda- floating market, several museums, all kinds of stuff. We felt very safe here and the locals were amazingly friendly.
meredith
Reviewed October 21, 2015Reviewed October 21, 2015
We had an awesome time at the Rif! The staff were amazing, the rooms were clean and roomy. It was really nice to have a good amount of options for dining, the food was amazing with so many options! We will definitely come back to the Rif!
We had an awesome time at the Rif! The staff were amazing, the rooms were clean and roomy. It was really nice to have a good amount of options for dining, the food was amazing with so many options! We will definitely come back to the Rif!
We stayed for night at the beginning and at the end of our cruise and had a most enjoyable and comfortable stay. The hotel is on the Otraband side, the same side on which the ship docks. We found the staff very helpful and pleasant...the room was clean...the breakfast was ample...the location was close to everywhere. The bus station was 2 minutes away and you can take the bus straight to the airport for only US $2each. We definitely recommend this place and would stay there again.
We stayed for night at the beginning and at the end of our cruise and had a most enjoyable and comfortable stay. The hotel is on the Otraband side, the same side on which the ship docks. We found the staff very helpful and pleasant...the room was clean...the breakfast was ample...the location was close to everywhere. The bus station was 2 minutes away and you can take the bus straight to the airport for only US $2each. We definitely recommend this place and would stay there again.
Liz
Reviewed November 17, 2014Reviewed November 17, 2014
Choosing this resort was a gift of its own. I’ve been to many other Caribbean islands but this has to be my favorite. It turned out the owner is Turkish and all meats are halal once it’s not pork. I was so glad from that on top of that many dining options plus you get to dine in at the resort near by as well which is owned by the same owner which is amazing as they got Mexican food, Mediterranean and TURKISH! yes Turkish food this trip felt like I went on a mini Turkey trip to Antalya. And yes I...
Choosing this resort was a gift of its own. I’ve been to many other Caribbean islands but this has to be my favorite. It turned out the owner is Turkish and all meats are halal once it’s not pork. I was so glad from that on top of that many dining options plus you get to dine in at the resort near by as well which is owned by the same owner which is amazing as they got Mexican food, Mediterranean and TURKISH! yes Turkish food this trip felt like I went on a mini Turkey trip to Antalya. And yes I...
This hotel was amazing. Great staff and very close to the airport. There could be a little more amenities around the hotel but you can't beat the convenience of being next to the airport. Great restaurant and pool as well! I was briefly in Curacao for my brother's wedding(literally only for a day) however when I visit again, I will be here!
This hotel was amazing. Great staff and very close to the airport. There could be a little more amenities around the hotel but you can't beat the convenience of being next to the airport. Great restaurant and pool as well! I was briefly in Curacao for my brother's wedding(literally only for a day) however when I visit again, I will be here!
Brandon
Reviewed February 24, 2025Reviewed February 24, 2025
Overall rating:4.5
Pros:
Staff- 5 stars. Karen at the front desk is a gem. So warm and welcoming. Infact, all of the staff are. They'd even remember your name and ask how they can help....anytime they see you. Can't say enough about how good the staff is.
Food- 5 stars. Lobster, shrimp, steak...everything was perfect. Buffet had a wide variety as well to choose from and options were different each day.
Rooms- clean! Very well cleaned. Modern, nice sized tv, enough outlets for chargers, well lit,...
Overall rating:4.5
Pros:
Staff- 5 stars. Karen at the front desk is a gem. So warm and welcoming. Infact, all of the staff are. They'd even remember your name and ask how they can help....anytime they see you. Can't say enough about how good the staff is.
Food- 5 stars. Lobster, shrimp, steak...everything was perfect. Buffet had a wide variety as well to choose from and options were different each day.
Rooms- clean! Very well cleaned. Modern, nice sized tv, enough outlets for chargers, well lit,...
armannie89
Reviewed January 21, 2020Reviewed January 21, 2020