Punda Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A row of colorful houses with orange tiled roofs and a clear blue sky.
A coastal city with a prominent cruise ship docked, a rainbow, and a bridge in the distance.
A colorful building with a red roof and green shutters, surrounded by similarly styled buildings.
A waterfront cityscape with colorful buildings, a large ship docked at the pier, and a clear blue sky.
A waterfront with colorful buildings and a dock.

Stay near popular Punda attractions

A waterfront with colorful buildings and a blue boat.

Handelskade

8.8/10 (97 reviews)
After visiting Handelskade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Willemstad. Visit the shops and casinos in this romantic area.
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Activities

Curacao sunsets are just beautiful

Catamaran Sunset Cruise with open bar and bites

NZ$138
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Sunset Cruise with open bar and bites
Senior Genuine Blue Curaçao

Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery

NZ$35
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery
Klein Curacao with BlueFinn Charters

Klein Curacao Day Trip with Premium Open Bar and BBQ-Lunch

NZ$245
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Klein Curacao Day Trip with Premium Open Bar and BBQ-Lunch
Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience

Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience

NZ$253
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience
Willemstad: Guided Underwater Walking Experience

Willemstad: Guided Underwater Walking Experience

NZ$236
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Willemstad: Guided Underwater Walking Experience
Curaçao ATV Westpoint beach hopping & off-road adventure

Curaçao ATV Westpoint beach hopping & off-road adventure

NZ$218
per adult
Curaçao ATV Westpoint beach hopping & off-road adventure
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Our pick of the best Punda Hotel Deals

Elements Hotel & Shops

Elements Hotel & Shops

4 out of 5
Hendrikplein Willemstad Curaçao
The price is NZ$179 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$179
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Willemstad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,154 reviews)
"Room clean, but not the hallways. The pool was very dirty. No ice machine in the hôtel. The rooftop is beautiful. Good hôtel for 2 days near downtown. Not more"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Elements Hotel & Shops
Majestic City Suites & Beach Hotel

Majestic City Suites & Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Pietermaai Plein 8 Willemstad
The price is NZ$189 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$189
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Willemstad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (893 reviews)
"Staff excellent and services good"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Majestic City Suites & Beach Hotel
San Marco Hotel & Casino

San Marco Hotel & Casino

3 out of 5
Columbustraat 5-7 Willemstad
The price is NZ$117 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$117
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Willemstad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a casino and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (916 reviews)
"Strange not to have wash clothes in the bathroom and the remotes issued at the front desk but the staff were very helpful and friendly. We had a stay and didn’t want to leave. And if you drive a car, be aware that parking is strictly enforced"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

San Marco Hotel & Casino
The Yellow Penthouse

The Yellow Penthouse

2.5 out of 5
46 Breedestraat Willemstad Curaçao
Stay at this apartment in Willemstad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Mambo Beach and Blue Bay Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Yes All good"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

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The Yellow Penthouse
Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort

Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort

4.5 out of 5
Baden Powelweg 1 Willemstad
The price is NZ$565 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$565
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Willemstad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"!"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort
Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton

Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
Pater Euwensweg 31, Dutch Caribbean Willemstad
The price is NZ$646 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$646
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Mambo Beach and ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,704 reviews)
"Enjoyed only complaint better midnight snacks lol"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton
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Our guide on where to stay in Punda

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A large, clear swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and beach chairs, with a view of the ocean in the background.
Photo by Simon Gerald
Open Photo by Simon Gerald

Piscadera

While there might not be top attractions in Piscadera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sambil Curaçao and Blue Bay Beach.

A waterfront promenade with a wooden walkway, metal railings, and a row of colorful buildings in the background.

Historic Center

While visiting Historic Center, you might make a stop by sights like Kura Hulanda Museum and Renaissance Shopping Mall.

A colorful coastal town with vibrant buildings and a view of the sea.

Pietermaai District

Pietermaai District is known for its beautiful seaside views, and you can make a stop by Fort Amsterdam and Jewish Cultural Historical Museum while in the area.

A waterfront cityscape at night with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.
Photo by Mike Gauthier
Open Photo by Mike Gauthier

Otrobanda

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Otrobanda. A stop by Renaissance Shopping Mall or Rif Fort might round out your trip.

A colorful waterfront promenade with a bridge, boats, and buildings along the shore.

Zegu

While there might not be top attractions in Zegu, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blue Bay Beach and Blue Bay.

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