Museum Kurá Hulanda (world-acclaimed anthropological museum) - on site The Jacob Gelt Dekker Institute (center of cultural studies) - on site Downtown Willemstad - 1 block Curaçao Sea Aquarium - 2 miles Hato Caves - 5 miles Cristoffel Park (nature reserve) - 30 miles Curaçao International Airport (CUR): Approximate driving time is 15 minutes and distance is 8 miles (13 km.) Driving directions from Curaçao International Airport: Leaving the airport, turn left, then right onto EEG Blvd, following signs to Otrabanda. Stay on this main road, straight through 2 roundabouts. Pass the water refinery on the left, the Holiday Beach Hotel on the right, and after the hospital and building marked FVB on the left, move onto the left side of the road leading towards the Julianna Bridge. Before crossing the bridge, move right and watch for the white flags of the hotel. Hotel is on the right, before the bridge. Getting there: The best way is by car. Taxi fare is $16–$25. Rental cars are available online for more than $36. Fees subject to change without notice. Getting around: This hotel is close to numerous galleries, shops, restaurants, and other attractions so it is easiest to walk. The hotel provides complimentary and frequent van service to the hotel’s beach club. Otherwise, taxis and rental cars are the best way around; local bus service can be slow and difficult to use. |