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
$331
1 night at 3-star hotel
Willemstad in August
Estimated hotel price
$331
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 Boston and takes around 7h 36m.

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 Boston and takes around 7h 36m.

Airports near Willemstad

Airlines serving Willemstad

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,017 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,138 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,518 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,593 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,900 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,497 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,900 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,234 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,079 reviews)
Azul
Excellent (830 reviews)
Arajet
Good (40 reviews)
Wingo
Good (139 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (211 reviews)
TUI Nederland
Good (3 reviews)
Corendon Dutch Airlines
Excellent (3 reviews)
Surinam Airways
Good (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in Willemstad

Average rates range from around $135 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $819 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Willemstad

Most booked hotels in Willemstad

Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1159 reviews)
$264+
Courtyard by Marriott Curacao
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 291 reviews)
$191+
Curacao Marriott Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 639 reviews)
$372+
The Rif Mangrove Beach All Inc Curio
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 435 reviews)
$405+
Livingstone Jan Thiel Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8, 2139 reviews)
$122+
Zoetry Curaçao Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
5 stars
Good (7.5, 327 reviews)
$494+

Renting a car in Willemstad

Renting a car in Willemstad costs $64 per day, on average, or $321 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.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Willemstad Hato Int..

The most frequently booked car type in Willemstad is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Willemstad costs $64 per day, on average, or $321 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.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Willemstad Hato Int..

The most frequently booked car type in Willemstad is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.