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The Royal Sea Aquarium Resort

Kibra
Rated 8.2 in 487 reviews

The Royal Sea Aquarium Resort in Willemstad, Curaçao, offers a unique blend of luxury and natural beauty, providing an unforgettable Caribbean experience. Nestled on a private island next to the renowned Curaçao Sea Aquarium, the resort offers exclusive access to one of the island's top attractions, making it a perfect destination for families and marine life enthusiasts.

This charming resort features well-appointed accommodations designed to create a comfortable and relaxing environment for its guests. With rooms offering panoramic views of the shimmering Caribbean Sea and the beautifully landscaped gardens, The Royal Sea Aquarium Resort ensures a serene escape from the everyday hustle and bustle.

Guests can enjoy an array of amenities, including a private beach where soft white sands meet turquoise waters, ideal for sunbathing or engaging in water sports. The resort also features a swimming pool and Jacuzzi, providing ample opportunity for relaxation and rejuvenation. For those interested in exploring the vibrant underwater world, snorkeling and diving activities are conveniently available.

Dining at the resort allows guests to indulge in local and international cuisine, with fresh seafood often taking center stage. The close proximity to Willemstad also means that guests can explore nearby dining and shopping options, as well as the city's cultural and historical sites.

The Royal Sea Aquarium Resort offers an intimate setting that captures the essence of Caribbean hospitality, ensuring a memorable stay in one of the most picturesque corners of Curaçao. Its commitment to blending comfort with the natural environment makes it a standout choice for a tropical getaway.

 Swimming pool
 Golf courses < 10 km
 Hotel by the sea

Climate and Weather

January
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February
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March
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 27
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April
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 27
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May
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 26
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June
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 24
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Curaçao Sea Aquarium
Curaçao Sea Aquarium
Building in Kingdom of the Netherlands
110m / 120yd
Octagon Museum
Octagon Museum
Museum in Curaçao
3.2km / 2mi
Landhuis Brakkeput Mei Mei
Landhuis Brakkeput Mei Mei
Former plantation house in Curaçao
3.8km / 2.4mi
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, Willemstad
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, Willemstad
Cathedral in Willemstad, Curaçao
3.6km / 2.2mi
Landhuis Bloemhof
Landhuis Bloemhof
Art gallery and museum in Curaçao
3.9km / 2.4mi
NAAM
3.8km / 2.3mi
Landhuis Groot Davelaar
Landhuis Groot Davelaar
Former plantation house in Curaçao
3.9km / 2.4mi
Landhuis Zeelandia
Landhuis Zeelandia
3.5km / 2.2mi
Landhuis Chobolobo
Landhuis Chobolobo
Former plantation house and mansion in Curaçao
2.9km / 1.8mi
Pietermaai
Pietermaai
Neighborhood of Willemstad, Curaçao
3.5km / 2.2mi
Kura Hulanda Museum
Kura Hulanda Museum
Museum in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.9km / 3.1mi
Maritime Museum Curacao
4.6km / 2.9mi
Jewish Cultural Historical Museum
Jewish Cultural Historical Museum
Museum in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.5km / 2.8mi
Curaçao synagogue
Curaçao synagogue
18th century synagogue in Willemstad, Curaçao. Oldest surviving synagogue in the Americas
4.5km / 2.8mi
Fleur de Marie
Fleur de Marie
Neighborhood in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.3km / 2.7mi
Fort Church museum
Museum in Fort Amsterdam, Willemstad, Curaçao
4.6km / 2.9mi
Baya Beach
Baya Beach
Beach in Curaçao
4.1km / 2.5mi
Basilica of St. Anne, Willemstad
Basilica of St. Anne, Willemstad
Building in Curacao in the Caribbean
5km / 3.1mi
Punda
Punda
Neighborhood in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.1km / 2.5mi
Curaçao Rif Mangrove Park
Curaçao Rif Mangrove Park
Urban and nature park in Curaçao
5.5km / 3.4mi
Willemstad
Willemstad
Capital city of Curaçao
4.1km / 2.5mi
Santa Barbara Beach, Curaçao
Santa Barbara Beach, Curaçao
Beach on the Caribbean island of Curaçao
5.2km / 3.2mi
Fort Beekenburg
Fort Beekenburg
Fort in Curaçao
4km / 2.5mi
Landhuis Rooi Catootje
Landhuis Rooi Catootje
Former plantation house at Curaçao
4.4km / 2.7mi
Penha Building, Curaçao
Penha Building, Curaçao
Building in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.7km / 2.9mi
Water Fort
Water Fort
Fortification on Curaçao
4.4km / 2.7mi
Riffort
Riffort
Fort in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.9km / 3.1mi
Curaçao Museum
Curaçao Museum
Museum of Curaçao
6.2km / 3.9mi
Blue Bay, Curaçao
Blue Bay, Curaçao
Beach on the Caribbean island of Curaçao
11km / 6.8mi
Playa Kanoa
Beach in Curaçao
10.5km / 6.6mi
Kokomo Beach
Kokomo Beach
Beach in Curaçao
14.4km / 8.9mi
Landhuis Daniel
Landhuis Daniel
Former plantation house in Curaçao
19.3km / 12mi
Landhuis Jan Kok
Landhuis Jan Kok
Plantation house, mansion and art gallery at Curaçao
22.5km / 14mi
Daaibooi
Daaibooi
Beach in Curaçao
24.8km / 15.4mi
Porto Marie Beach
Porto Marie Beach
Beach in Curaçao
25.3km / 15.7mi
Cas Abao Beach
Cas Abao Beach
Private beach in Curaçao
26.4km / 16.4mi
Landhuis Ascencion
Landhuis Ascencion
Building in Curaçao
27.5km / 17.1mi
Landhuis Ascencion
Landhuis Ascencion
Building in Curaçao
27.5km / 17.1mi

What to do in Willemstad and near The Royal Sea Aquarium Resort

Curaçao Sea Aquarium
Curaçao Sea Aquarium
Building in Kingdom of the Netherlands
110m / 120yd
Octagon Museum
Octagon Museum
Museum in Curaçao
3.2km / 2mi
Landhuis Brakkeput Mei Mei
Landhuis Brakkeput Mei Mei
Former plantation house in Curaçao
3.8km / 2.4mi
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, Willemstad
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, Willemstad
Cathedral in Willemstad, Curaçao
3.6km / 2.2mi
Landhuis Bloemhof
Landhuis Bloemhof
Art gallery and museum in Curaçao
3.9km / 2.4mi
NAAM
3.8km / 2.3mi
Landhuis Groot Davelaar
Landhuis Groot Davelaar
Former plantation house in Curaçao
3.9km / 2.4mi
Landhuis Zeelandia
Landhuis Zeelandia
3.5km / 2.2mi
Landhuis Chobolobo
Landhuis Chobolobo
Former plantation house and mansion in Curaçao
2.9km / 1.8mi
Pietermaai
Pietermaai
Neighborhood of Willemstad, Curaçao
3.5km / 2.2mi
Kura Hulanda Museum
Kura Hulanda Museum
Museum in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.9km / 3.1mi
Maritime Museum Curacao
4.6km / 2.9mi
Jewish Cultural Historical Museum
Jewish Cultural Historical Museum
Museum in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.5km / 2.8mi
Curaçao synagogue
Curaçao synagogue
18th century synagogue in Willemstad, Curaçao. Oldest surviving synagogue in the Americas
4.5km / 2.8mi
Fleur de Marie
Fleur de Marie
Neighborhood in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.3km / 2.7mi
Fort Church museum
Museum in Fort Amsterdam, Willemstad, Curaçao
4.6km / 2.9mi
Baya Beach
Baya Beach
Beach in Curaçao
4.1km / 2.5mi
Basilica of St. Anne, Willemstad
Basilica of St. Anne, Willemstad
Building in Curacao in the Caribbean
5km / 3.1mi
Punda
Punda
Neighborhood in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.1km / 2.5mi
Curaçao Rif Mangrove Park
Curaçao Rif Mangrove Park
Urban and nature park in Curaçao
5.5km / 3.4mi
Willemstad
Willemstad
Capital city of Curaçao
4.1km / 2.5mi
Santa Barbara Beach, Curaçao
Santa Barbara Beach, Curaçao
Beach on the Caribbean island of Curaçao
5.2km / 3.2mi
Fort Beekenburg
Fort Beekenburg
Fort in Curaçao
4km / 2.5mi
Landhuis Rooi Catootje
Landhuis Rooi Catootje
Former plantation house at Curaçao
4.4km / 2.7mi
Penha Building, Curaçao
Penha Building, Curaçao
Building in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.7km / 2.9mi
Water Fort
Water Fort
Fortification on Curaçao
4.4km / 2.7mi
Riffort
Riffort
Fort in Willemstad, Curaçao
4.9km / 3.1mi
Curaçao Museum
Curaçao Museum
Museum of Curaçao
6.2km / 3.9mi
Blue Bay, Curaçao
Blue Bay, Curaçao
Beach on the Caribbean island of Curaçao
11km / 6.8mi
Playa Kanoa
Beach in Curaçao
10.5km / 6.6mi

Golf courses

Curaçao Golf and Squash Club
Curaçao Golf and Squash Club
6.2km / 3.9mi
Hole 16
Hole 16
10.3km / 6.4mi
Hole 15
Hole 15
10.3km / 6.4mi
Hole 17
Hole 17
10.5km / 6.5mi
Hole 14
Hole 14
10.5km / 6.5mi
Hole 13
Hole 13
10.6km / 6.6mi

About Willemstad

Willemstad, the capital of Curaçao, offers a blend of cultural, historical, and natural attractions that reflect its unique heritage. One of the most notable areas to explore is Punda, known for its colorful colonial architecture and vibrant atmosphere. Strolling along the waterfront, you can admire the iconic Handelskade, where the brightly painted buildings create a picturesque backdrop.

In addition to the visual appeal, Punda is home to various shops, cafes, and local markets that provide insight into the island's culture. The floating market is particularly interesting, as it showcases fresh produce and goods brought in by Venezuelan vendors, allowing for a taste of regional flavors.

For history enthusiasts, the Kura Hulanda Museum offers a profound look at the history of slavery and the African diaspora in the Caribbean. It presents a thoughtful narrative through its extensive collection of artifacts and exhibits. Nearby, the Fort Amsterdam serves as a historical landmark, once a key defensive structure during colonial times, now housing a restaurant and the governor’s office.

Another key highlight is the Queen Emma Bridge, a pontoon bridge that connects Punda and Otrobanda. Walking across this bridge not only provides scenic views of the harbor but also an opportunity to experience local life. Otrobanda, with its own charm, features streets filled with street art, local eateries, and markets.

For those interested in outdoor activities, the Curaçao Sea Aquarium offers a chance to learn about marine life and even engage in swimming with dolphins. Additionally, the nearby Mambo Beach provides a relaxing spot to enjoy the sun, water sports, and beachside dining.

Finally, the Christoffel National Park is a short drive from Willemstad and offers hiking trails through diverse landscapes, including opportunities to see native wildlife and stunning views from the island's highest point.

Exploring Willemstad allows visitors to appreciate its rich tapestry of culture, history, and natural beauty, making it a rewarding destination for various interests.




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