Lions Dive & Beach Resort

Lions Dive & Beach Resort is a perfect launch point for discovering some of the Caribbean’s best reefs. This 4-star resort is located on an idyllic, palmtree studded private beach overlooking Curaçao’s clear waters and the fringing reef of our underwater park.

Ocean Encounters main offices and marina are located at Lions Dive & Beach Resort. There are 4 bar-restaurants (Nemo, Hemingway, Chill and Piazza) on the property that will cater to all your wishes. A 50-meter swimming pool is at your disposal for training or you can get fit at the Body Beach Wellness Club. Accommodation includes standard rooms, 2 bedroom apartments, suites and a penthouse.

Historic Willemstad is only a short drive away, the Dolphin Academy just in front of us and the famous Seaquarium (formerly: Mambo) Beach is right next door.

Lions Dive & Beach Resort is considered one of the best Caribbean resorts to book your complete ‘Sleep & Dive’ package, including accommodations and multi-day dive packages, please click here.

From this location we also cater to Dolphin Suites (50 yards away), and Royal Resorts (30 yards). We welcome guests staying at any other property to dive or snorkel with us as well.

Dolphin Suites

Dolphin Suites is the first hotel in the Caribbean that is specifically designed to accommodate every type of guest, especially guests with special needs. You will find a brand new hotel as beautiful as Miami Design and Boutique Hotels, yet at the same time fully wheelchair accessible.

Dolphin Suites has a tastefully created pool and is located within walking distance from one of the mosty beautiful beaches of Curaçao, Sea Aquarium Beach. This hotel is surrounded by numerous restaurants and is just a 5 minute walk to the Boulevard Mall.

Avila Beach Hotel

The Avila Beach Hotel is a centrally located luxury beachfront resort in Willemstad on Curacao with an authentic soul. It is the oldest operational hotel in Curacao and has received many awards. The Avila Beach Hotel is known for its personal touch, the people who have made it grand since 1949, the staff, the guests and the friends of the hotel.

The hotel has 2 private beaches separated by an elevated boardwalk leading up to Blues Bar & Restaurant. With an infinity pool, a spa, 2 restaurants (The Pen and Blues Bar & Restaurant) and several bars on site, this hotel creates a great atmosphere for its guests.

Avila Beach hotel is the sister resort of the Lions Dive & Beach Resort and pick up service is available for guests diving or snorkeling with us. The Avila Beach Resort is just a 5-minute drive from our main location.
Historic Willemstad is only a short drive away and the hotel offers a minibus service to and from downtown twice a day.

Floris Suite Hotel

This hotel is an adult only hotel that offers the comfort of a first-class hotel with relaxing tranquility. Impressively designed, this all suite- and loft boutique hotel is ideal for any couple seeking a romantic getaway or a business traveler who needs space and good internet. Floris Suite is an active member of the International gay and lesbian travel association.

With an on site restaurant, pool, bar, spa, fitness center and just a 5 minute walk from Moomba Beach Club and Pirate Bay Beach Club there is something to do for everyone.

The Floris Suite Hotel is located at a 5 minute drive from Willemstad (shuttle service available) and about 15-20 minutes from Ocean Encounters. For guests booking a multi-day course or dive package we provide transportation to our main location at Lions Dive & beach Resort.