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Eco-friendly Curacao resort boasts dive center and private beachDubbed "The Natural Place to Stay," Lions Dive & Beach Resort Curacao is located on a private stretch beach adjacent to the National Curacao Underwater Park. Divers delight in the on-site 5-star Gold Palm IDC center, while active guests enjoy a fitness and wellness center plus hiking and biking trails. Lush foliage and palm trees surround the eco-friendly Curacao resort, with a 50-meter infinity plunge pool facing the sea. Other amenities include a tour desk, car rental desk, 24/7 multi-lingual front desk staff and three restaurants.  HighlightsPrivate white-sand beach with nearby reef and on-site five-star dive centerUnique 6-person apartments with balconies overlooking the poolEco-friendly approach and commitment to ensure minimum impact on the environmentNext to Sea Aquarium and Dolphin AcademyFree shuttle to Willemstad RoomsDutch Caribbean style rooms at the Lions Dive & Beach Resort Curacao are non-smoking and include a king or two double beds, balcony or terrace, A/C, alarm clock, cable TV, ceiling fan, Internet access and coffee/tea kettle. Rooms may offer ocean, oceanfront, garden, pool or town views. Built in 2008, the Lions apartments accommodate six, and have two bedrooms (one with king bed, one with queen bed), two bathrooms and balconies overlooking the pool. Apartments are furnished with sofa beds, cable TV, ceiling fans, Internet access, stove, microwave, safe, and dishwasher. FeaturesLions Dive & Beach Resort Curacao guests can get diver-certified and explore the nearby coral reef with assistance from the on-site diving center. Work up a sweat with biking and hiking trails, fitness classes, and cardio machines in the fitness center, then cool down in the 50-meter infinity pool. Massages are available. The Sea Aquarium and Dolphin Academy are adjacent to the resort. Business travelers work in the conference facilities and business center. A currency exchange and on-site car rental is available. Pick up souvenirs from the gift shop and keep looking fresh with the resort's dry cleaning service.  DiningLions Dive & Beach Resort Curacao guests head to Nemo for fine seafood dining while Piazza serves lunch favorites beachside. Hemingway offers breakfast buffets, lunch on the pier, and happy hours with live music. Several local restaurants are also within walking distance. TransportationFree Willemstad shuttle (see hotel for details)Hato International Airport (10.8 mi/17.4 km) AttractionsCuracao Dolphin Academy (0.7 mi/1.1 km)Curacao Sea Aquarium (0.7 mi/1.1 km)Punda (3.3 mi/5.3 km)Blue Bay Golf & Beach Resort (4.5 mi/7.5 km)Curacao Ostrich Farm (6.8 mi/10.9 km)Hato Caves (9.9 mi/15.9 km)Christoffelpark (25.4 mi/40.9 km) BusinessConference/meeting space (see hotel for details)High-speed wireless Internet (fees may apply)On-site business center

Idyllic Curacao beach club boasts reef, Indian caves and seclusionLodge Kura Hulanda and Beach Club caters to travelers seeking a unique hideaway. On the quiet, west end of Curacao, the Lodge rests on cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Snorkel above the natural coral reef or trek through ancient Arawak-Taino Indian Caves, complete with art and fresh springs. Explore 350 acres of beach, hiking and biking trails, or take the free hotel shuttle to the sister property in Willemstad for shopping. The tranquil Lodge Kura Hulanda offers 74 villas, suites, and rooms with garden or ocean views.  HighlightsGreat beach for snorkeling and exploration with a coral reef and ancient Indian caves on-siteThree restaurants with ocean viewsFree Willemstad shuttleLodge Kura Hulanda is a member of Leading Small Hotels of the World Rooms74 guest rooms and suites at the Lodge Kura Hulanda and Beach Club are perched on a cliff and boast garden or ocean views. Creature comforts include 300-thread Egyptian cotton sheets, a ceiling fan, remote controlled AC and a safe. Stay connected or entertained with free W-Fi, a CD player/radio, cable TV and a DVD player. Some rooms and suites have kitchenettes with a two-burner stove, microwave, mini-fridge, coffee-maker and toaster. Some suites have large patios overlooking the Caribbean.  FeaturesLocated 30 minutes from the Curacao Airport (CUR), Lodge Kura Hulanda and Beach Club still manages to leave guests feeling a hundred miles away. Dive, snorkel, and explore the coral reef just off the beach and pier (rent scuba and snorkel gear from the on-site dive shop). Lounge in the freeform pool and enjoy the views or a book. Ancient Arawak-Taino Indian Caves boast both art and fresh springs for adventurers. Hit the tennis courts or work out in the fitness center on cardio machines with views of the sea. After a day of shopping in Willemstad courtesy of the free hotel shuttle, relax with a massage. The on-site convenience store provides trinkets and sundries. DiningSeveral dining options are available at the Lodge Kura Hulanda and Beach Club.The Watamula Restaurant serves local and international dishes for breakfast and dinner under an open-air, thatched roof hut with Caribbean Sea views. At Christoffel Terrace, travelers dine cliff-side for lunch with expansive ocean views. The Christoffel Sunset Lounge offers more lovely sea views with TV, drinks, snacks and entertainment. Casual Kalki Beach Bar & Grill serves lunch and BBQ dinner three nights a week. For the freedom to dine when and where you wish, the resort also offers an all-inclusive dining option. TransportationFree Willemstad shuttleHato International Airport (22.4 mi/36.1 km) AttractionsPlaya Lagun (5.3 mi/8.6 km)Christoffelpark (6.6 mi/10.7 km)Hato Caves (23.4 mi/37.6 km)Playa Cas Abao (14.9 mi/23.9 km)Blue Bay Golf & Beach Resort (27.8 mi/44.8 km)Curacao Dolphin Academy (30.6 mi/49.3 km)Curacao Ostrich Farm (32.4 mi/52.2 km) BusinessIndoor meeting space accommodates up to 35Free high-speed wireless InternetCatering, A/V equipment, available  Policies and feesOne of the property kitchens will be closed for renovations from 06 to 13 May 2013.

Designer suites and gardens at this all-suites Curacao oasisThe Floris Suite Hotel is an all-suite boutique hotel created by famous Dutch designer Jan des Bouvrie and nestled among lush tropical gardens designed by Diana Henriques de Fernandez. Walk to the private beach to find the restaurant, bar, snorkeling, diving and more. The Floris Suite Hotel is home to top restaurant Sjalotte, featuring Mediterranean seafood and meat specialties in a romantic, open-air environment. A large outdoor swimming pool with a kids' area hosts happy guests. Exercise in the air-conditioned fitness room and hit balls on the tennis court. HighlightsShort stroll to private beach with Hook's Hut restaurant and water sportsOutdoor swimming pool, lush gardens, tennis courtDesigner suites combining Dutch colonial style and Caribbean temperament RoomsFeaturing clear lines and an exotic touch, 72 Royal and Junior Suites at the Floris Suite Hotel offer garden or pool views. Natural stone floors meet mahogany doors and windows. Dutch elegance comes with two armchairs and a queen-size sofa bed. Suites are also equipped with a cable TV, phone with data port, complimentary high-speed Internet access, ceiling fan and air conditioning and Aveda toiletries. Full kitchens with a refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, coffee-maker, dishwasher and dishes also make it easy for guests to feel at home. All suites at Floris Suite Hotel keep the outdoors accessible, offering either a covered private patio or French balcony with a view.  FeaturesFloris Suite Hotel guests work at the 24/7 business center and stage meetings with A/V equipment and catering packages. Keep with your fitness routine at the fitness center, tennis courts or nearby nearby path that follows the beach. Swim in the shimmering outdoor pool complete with a kids' area beneath palm trees. Head to the private beach, jet ski or snorkel, then grab a bite or a drink at Hooks Hut. The hotel changes currency and offers scheduled baby-sitting upon request. Travelers buy souvenirs at the gift shop and keep clothes clean with hotel laundry services. Several restaurants, a casino, and a spa are within walking distance. Discover more of Curacao ñ rent a car or take the shuttle into Willemstad for shopping. DiningFloris Suite Hotel guests dine on fresh seafood specialties and drink wine at on-site, open-air restaurant Sjalotte for lunch and dinner. At the pool and , opt for light lunches and cocktails at the pool bar. Hook's Hut offers beachside snacks, drinks, and meals with live bands playing on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday nights. TransportationHato International Airport (5.3 mi/8.6 km)Airport/Willemstad shuttle (fees may apply) AttractionsPunda (4 mi/6.5 km)Hato Caves (5.7 mi/9.2 km)Curacao Dolphin Academy (7.1 mi/11.4 km)Curacao Sea Aquarium (7.1 mi/11.4 km)Blue Bay Golf & Beach Resort (7.1 mi/11.5 km)Curacao Ostrich Farm (11.4 mi/18.3 km)Christoffelpark (19.7 mi/31.7 km) BusinessFree Wi-Fi Internet access Audio/visual equipment available Catering available24-hour business center