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, palm studded private beach overlooking Curaçao’s clear waters and the fringing reef of our underwater park.

Historic Willemstad is only a drive away and the Sea Aquarium and Dolphin Academy are just in front of us. The famous Mambo Beach is right next door and 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.

Ocean Encounters main offices and marina are located at Lions Dive & Beach Resort, next to the Sea Aquarium Park. Hemingway Bar just short steps from our boats, only a 5-minute walk to Sea Aquarium Beach and Boulevard Mall.

Lions Dive 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

Avila is….. beach, relaxation, fine dining, shopping and much more. Avila is…. the people who have made it 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 (Belle Terrace and Blues 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 a 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.