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 August
Estimated hotel price
$314
1 night at 3-star hotel
Willemstad in August
Estimated hotel price
$314
1 night at 3-star 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 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Willemstad include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and GlobalX Airlines. The shortest flight to Willemstad from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 35m.

Plane

When flying to Willemstad, you’ll arrive at Willemstad Hato Int. (CUR), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Willemstad include American Airlines, Qatar Airways and GlobalX Airlines. The shortest flight to Willemstad from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 35m.

Airports near Willemstad

CURWillemstad Hato Int.

Airlines serving Willemstad

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,003 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,020 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,462 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,903 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,475 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,878 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,566 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,045 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,163 reviews)
Azul
Excellent (822 reviews)
Arajet
Good (36 reviews)
Wingo
Good (138 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Excellent (199 reviews)
TUI Nederland
Excellent (1 reviews)
Corendon Dutch Airlines
Excellent (3 reviews)
LASER Airlines
Excellent (3 reviews)
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Where to stay in Willemstad

Average rates range from around $129 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $459 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Willemstad

Most booked hotels in Willemstad

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Baoase Luxury Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 155 reviews)
$676+
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Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1158 reviews)
$229+
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Curacao Marriott Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 627 reviews)
$283+
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Morena Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 367 reviews)
$173+
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Blue Bay Curaçao Golf & Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 501 reviews)
$196+
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The Rif at Mangrove Beach Corendon All-I
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 396 reviews)
$356+
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Renting a car in Willemstad

Renting a car in Willemstad costs $50 per day, on average, or $250 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 Ace branch at F.D. Rooseveltweg 282, which is 5 miles from the city center.

Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Willemstad, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Willemstad costs $50 per day, on average, or $250 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 Ace branch at F.D. Rooseveltweg 282, which is 5 miles from the city center.

Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Willemstad, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Willemstad

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

Economy

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Mini
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