Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Willemstad travel guide

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You're Going to Love Willemstad

With 125.000 inhabitants, Willemstad is the most populous city in Curaçao. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Willemstad has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Willemstad

If you’re looking for affordable options, C-Spice (Piscadera Bay John F. Kennedy Boulevard) and Centro Gastrobar - Courtyard Curacao (11 Pater Euwensweg) are great picks.

When to visit Willemstad

Willemstad in June
Estimated package price
$157
2 travelers
Flight to Willemstad
3 nights at hotel
Willemstad in June
Estimated package price
$157
2 travelers
Flight to Willemstad
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Willemstad in August, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 75.2 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Willemstad, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Willemstad

Plane

When flying to Willemstad, you’ll arrive at Willemstad Hato Int. (CUR), which is located 11 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Willemstad include American Airlines, GlobalX Airlines and JetBlue. The shortest flight to Willemstad from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 3h.

Car

Another option to get to Willemstad is to pick up a car rental from Jan Thiel, which is about 4 km from Willemstad. You’ll find branches of Boric Car Rental and Budget, among others, in Jan Thiel.

Plane

When flying to Willemstad, you’ll arrive at Willemstad Hato Int. (CUR), which is located 11 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Willemstad include American Airlines, GlobalX Airlines and JetBlue. The shortest flight to Willemstad from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 3h.

Car

Another option to get to Willemstad is to pick up a car rental from Jan Thiel, which is about 4 km from Willemstad. You’ll find branches of Boric Car Rental and Budget, among others, in Jan Thiel.

Airports near Willemstad

CURWillemstad Hato Int.

Airlines serving Willemstad

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,292 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,428 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,801 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,906 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,500 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,918 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,569 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,471 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,295 reviews)
Azul
Good (852 reviews)
Arajet
Good (46 reviews)
Wingo
Good (138 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (216 reviews)
TUI Nederland
Good (3 reviews)
LASER Airlines
Excellent (4 reviews)
Corendon Dutch Airlines
Excellent (3 reviews)
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Where to stay in Willemstad

Average rates range from around $122 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $616 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Bed & Bike Curacao - Pietermaai and Curacao Suites Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Willemstad

Most booked hotels in Willemstad

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Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1160 reviews)
$185+
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Lionsdive Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1031 reviews)
$228+
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Curacao Marriott Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 659 reviews)
$264+
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The Rif at Mangrove Beach Corendon All-I
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 502 reviews)
$343+
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Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Incl
4 stars
Good (7.9, 2560 reviews)
$339+
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Zoetry Curaçao Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
5 stars
Good (7.5, 326 reviews)
$426+
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Renting a car in Willemstad

Renting a car in Willemstad costs $56 per day, on average, or $278 if you want to rent if for 5 days. Avis, Budget and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Willemstad is the Boric Car Rental branch at Willemstad Hato Airport, which is 11 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Willemstad.

Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Willemstad, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Willemstad costs $56 per day, on average, or $278 if you want to rent if for 5 days. Avis, Budget and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Willemstad is the Boric Car Rental branch at Willemstad Hato Airport, which is 11 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Willemstad.

Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Willemstad, while also 42% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Willemstad

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$33/day

Mini

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

Economy
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