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WORLD ▫ NORTH AMERICA ▫ NETHERLANDS ANTILLES ▫ WILLEMSTAD
Willemstad

Willemstad is the largest city in and capital of the Netherlands Antilles. It is on the island of Curacao.

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Flights are regularly from Amsterdam, the other Lesser Dutch Antilles (Aruba, Bonaire) or US destinations. There are no ferries or other regular connections by boat, but you do find the island on most of the cruise ships that pass by the vicinity.

Willemstad can refer to:
  • Willemstad''', the capital of Curaçao
  • Willemstad (North Brabant), a town in Moerdijk, the Netherlands
  • Willemstad (Groningen), a hamlet near Marum, the Netherlands
  • Willemstad (Friesland), a hamlet in the Netherlands


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    Hotels in Willemstad
    Hyatt Regency Curacao Golf Resort, Spa and Marina Score 0 from 0 reviews
    Santa Barbara Plantation, Porta Blancu 0/10
    This hotel in Nieuwpoort, Curacao is on a natural preserve peninsula along the Caribbean Sea and the Spanish Waters bay. The hotel offers a golf course, full-service spa and marina. Hyatt Regency Curacao Golf Resort, Spa and Marina features 4 tennis courts, 3 outdoor pools and a fully equipped fitness center. Snorkeling, diving and other water sports are available only steps away. Guest rooms at the Curacao Hyatt Regency offer plasma-screen TVs and designer bath amenities. Refrigerators and coffee makers are also included in each room. SHOR restaurant at the Hyatt Regency in Curacao serves fresh seafood. The hotel's Mediterranean restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A poolside bar and grill is also available. ... more
     
    Plaza Hotel Curacao & Casino Score 7.6 from 127 reviews
    Plasa Piar z/n 7.6/10
    The hotel features 2 bars. On the edge of the Waterfort wall, overlooking the harbor, guests will find the open-air, Governor’s Terrace lounge open Thursdays and Fridays with live music from 6 PM until 1 AM. Near the pool area, the Shooters Bar gives a magnificent ocean and harbor view open from 9 AM until 1 AM with a daily Happy Hour from 6 PM until 7 PM. Al Fresco and partially air-conditioned, the Waterfort Restaurant and Terrace is the place to be for the breakfast buffet, great lunches and mouthwatering dinners. On Fridays the Waterfort Terrace offers Indian night. ... more
     
    Floris Suite Hotel Score 8.05 from 23 reviews
    Piscadera Bay 8.05/10
    Floris Suite Hotel offers shuttle bus to Willemstad two times a day everyday. ... more
     
    Hotel 't Klooster Score 8.7 from 62 reviews
    A. de Veerstraat 12 8.7/10
    Situated on the tropical island of Curacao, this hotel offers easy access to shopping and beautiful beaches and provides on-site dining options and comfortable guestrooms. Hotel 't Klooster is conveniently located only minutes from unique shops, local restaurants and charming cafes. Guests can easily enjoy scuba diving, fishing and snorkeling as well as tours of the historic city. While staying at the 't Klooster, guests can take advantage of the outdoor plunge pool, complete with comfortable lounge chairs. The hotel also offers on-site dining at the Grand Café, serving a variety of dishes and cocktails. ... more
     
    Avila Hotel Score 7.6 from 21 reviews
    Penstraat 130 7.6/10
    Situated on the beach, in Willemstad, on the island of Curacao, this hotel offers access to a variety of activities, a full-service spa and an array of dining and beverage options. Avila Hotel features an outdoor pool and state-of-the-art fitness center. Guests can spend the day scuba diving or swimming with dolphins, then relax with a massage in the Santai spa. After playing a game of golf at a nearby course, guests can relax on the beach. The Blues restaurant at the Avila Hotel serves fresh seafood for dinner, in addition to live jazz music. Guests can visit the hotel's Avila Cafe for an extensive breakfast buffet, then stop by the Belle Terrace for lunch and dinner. ... more
     
    More hotels in Willemstad

    Sea Aquarium Adventure Trip 4 hours

    Amazing dolphin show!

    Enjoy a scenic ride through town while on your way to The Curacao Sea Aquarium Park. This park is a "must visit" attraction in Curacao.

    Enjoy the Dolphin Training Demonstration as well as the Sea Lions showing you their tricks and amazing skills. The Sea Aquarium has over 45 species of marine life with plenty of different and unique fish.

    The flamingos will welcome you, and you can have hands on experience with many sea creatures at the parks "touch tanks". (Kids love this!)

    Enjoy the special "Sea Aquarium Lunch" at the Blue Ocean restaurant while enjoying the view over famous "Mambo Beach" and the "Sea Aquarium Beach".

    Click here for more information and Booking Details

    City East Tour Shopping Special 2.5 hours

    City East Tour Shopping Special

    Enjoy this sightseeing tour and visit the main highlights of the Island!

    Drive through the Old City of Willemstad and enjoy all the historical monuments, such as the Forts of Amsterdam and Nassau.

    Make a stop at an Old Plantation House (Chobolobo) and learn how they make Blue Curacao Liqueur and why not taste it! Next you will make your way to the east country side passing the nice landscape that is what Curacao really consists of! Stop at a Caribbean handcraft market for local souvenirs and the spectacular view from Spanish Water. You will see points of interest such as the yacht club, the residential area and resort area, before making a stop at one of the crystal clear beaches of Curacao.

    Shop till you drop at Punda main shopping for one hour, where you will also learn information of the development of the area from the past to the present.

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    The Curacao Beach Express 6 hours

    Tropical Beach Express Bus

    Hop on the famous Tropical Beach Express and go west!

    See beautiful nature, hills and valleys, dramatic rock formations, old plantation homes, former slavery huts, and experience the famous Boka Tabla Cave.

    Swim, Snorkel or just relax at two of the most wonderful beaches of Curacao. A cold lunch buffet is served right on the beach. After lunch you're off for a sight seeing drive through fisherman villages and hill tops to the second beach to explore for swimming, snorkeling or just sunbathing.

    This tour is seasonal and operates from 1 January through to 1 October Click here for more information and Booking Details



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