Curacao Avila Beach Hotel - Willemstad

Historic beachfront hotel with two private coves on Curacao

Beach & Water Activities

Curacao Avila Beach Hotel in Willemstad offers access to two private, calm beaches protected from large waves, ideal for floating and snorkeling. Guests can use complimentary stand-up paddleboards and snorkeling gear available at the towel hut. The hotel's protected lagoon-style beach area provides a safe swimming environment with excellent house reef snorkeling visible right off the sand.

Wellness & Spa

The Cloud Nine Spa at Avila Beach Hotel delivers luxury wellness treatments including couples massage, body scrubs, and wraps using mineral-rich products. A state-of-the-art Avila Fitness Center with Technogym equipment overlooks the Caribbean Sea, offering yoga classes and personal trainer sessions. Guests can reserve spa packages that include access to the spa lounge, hot tub, and fitness/spa locker rooms.

Dining & Bars

Blues restaurant serves fresh seafood for dinner alongside live jazz music on Thursday evenings. The Pen Restaurant provides a daily breakfast buffet with made-to-order omelets and a Saturday night barbecue on the terrace. Schooner Bar offers cocktails like the Avila Beach Bon Bini, with beachside service available during the day.

Location & Cultural Experiences

The hotel sits in the Pietermaai district, a 15-minute walk from Willemstad's floating Queen Emma Bridge and downtown restaurants. Guided walking tours organized by the hotel highlight local history and art, with stops at the Octagon Museum for historical insights. Free shuttle service runs into central Willemstad, while Mambo Beach Boulevard for nightlife and dining is a short drive away.

Accommodations

Avila Beach Hotel offers rooms in the Octagon wing, Blues wing, and La Belle Alliance Oceanfront suites, all with ocean views. The Blues wing is adults-only, with wooden balconies overlooking the water and direct beach access. Three-bedroom apartments with full kitchens, washer/dryer, and private terraces are available for families seeking extra space.

• Beach: Two private, calm coves with protected swimming and snorkeling
• Spa: Cloud Nine Spa offering couples massage, body wraps, and mineral scrubs
• Dining: Blues seafood restaurant with live jazz on Thursdays
• Fitness: Avila Fitness Center with Technogym equipment and yoga classes
• Location: Pietermaai district, walking distance to Willemstad and Octagon Museum
• Sustainability: Travelife Gold certification for sustainable tourism
• Activities: Complimentary stand-up paddleboarding and guided walking tours