Resort FAQ As well as the overview "About Habitat" we hope the following information will help you plan your vacation at Habitat Curacao Resort... Please also refer to our Diver's FAQ for all your dive questions. Location Transportation Car Rental Beach Dining out Entertainment Children Spa Water Electricity Foreign Exchange Where is Habitat Curacao Resort Located? Habitat Curacao Resort is located on a secure, private estate 20 minutes from the capital Willemstad. The resort is in the secluded, unspoiled South West Coast. We are near to Christoffel National Park, Boca Tabla Marine Park,  Knip Beach and other local attractions.  You will see Habitat next to the neighboring Porto Marie beach on most maps. What kind if transportation is available? All guests can use Habitat's complimentary town shuttle to go to Willemstad. The shuttle departs Habitat at 9am, 2pm, and 6.30pm. To return to Habitat, you can board the shuttle at the tourist bus stop at 9.30am, 2.30pm and 7pm. If you wish to tour the island, many different sightseeing, adventure and cultural tours can be arranged through the front desk. Habitat Curacao Resort can also provide taxi service for guests at special flat rates so that you can travel to and from attractions around the island at any time. Please ask the front desk to book your taxi. You can also rent Harley Davidson Motorcycles or mopeds in Curacao. Should I rent a car? If you are planning an active vacation, or wish to shore dive around the island, we do suggest that you rent a car. This is the best option to allow you maximum flexibility to see Curacao's many attractions, as well as visit Curacao's picture perfect beaches: Knip Baai and Klein Knip on the West coast. You can include car rental with your hotel package from North America, pick up a pre-arranged car rental at the airport, or rent a car upon arrival from the many international rental chains. If you are not sure that you would like a car during your stay, please contact our representative in North America or Europe, your travel agent, or ask us upon arrival. Our representatives or your travel agent can recommend a car rental company in Curacao or help with your car rental reservations and include it in your vacation package. What type of pool and beach do you have? Habitat Curacao Resort has a beautiful infinity pool for you to enjoy as well as a coral beach. At Habitat you will see large playful Parrot Fish right up at the shoreline in our exceptionally clear waters. Where can I dine out around Curacao? Curacao has dozens of exceptional restaurants from casual cafes to gourmet fine dining in converted historic hilltop forts and plantation homes. Dining guides are situated in our lobby. Download Habitat's Dining Guide for our picks of the best restaurants that are easiest to get to from the resort. What type of entertainment do you have? Habitat Curacao Resort provides live music at Ocean's restaurant and bar on Monday, Friday and Sunday. We also have regular presentations on local nature and marine life on Tuesday evenings. On Wednesday Habitat also provides guests with a roundtrip Casino trip. We also have regular guest speakers, and arts workshops to enjoy. In addition the resort has a game room and every room has cable television showing US channels, Spanish and Dutch language programming. However, our guests favorite activity is enjoying our gorgeous views. Do you have children's activities? Habitat Curacao Resort is oriented towards providing a serene atmosphere for adults to enjoy relaxation. Therefore we do not provide children's programs or play areas.  Professional babysitting can be arranged in advance at the front desk or by sending an e-mail to reservations@habitatcuracaoresort.com Should I pre-book spa appointments? The Spa at Habitat is extremely popular so that we do encourage you to book appointments before or upon arrival to avoid disappointment. Choose your spa service from our downloadable menu and send an e-mail to reservations@habitatcuracaoresort.com with your selections. Can I drink the water? Yes, Curacao has delicious healthy water which has been rated better than many bottled waters. Will my electrical appliances work? Curacao's Electrical supply is 110 - 130 volts/50 cycles, similar but not identical to the US standard. Most 60 cycle electrical appliances from the United States will function properly, although appliances that have internal time mechanisms will not keep the correct time. Transformers are available at the Front Desk. What currency is accepted? US Dollars and Antillean Guilders are accepted at the resort and around Curacao. All major credit cards are also welcome and ATM cash machines are located around the island.   Home                              Next | Reservations