Bayahibe 23000 Dominican Republic, Bayahibe, Curaçao | (809) 686-5658
Great swimming beach with sunset views and a picturesque dock
Complete access to the sister resort next door
Several pool options –- some with daybeds and cushioned lounge chairs
Top-tier rooms have indoor jetted tubs
Trapeze, tennis, a fitness center, and free use of non-motorized water sports
Great snorkeling areas nearby
Espresso, croissants, and an all-night wood-fire pizzeria
Nightly entertainment in the theater, plus a disco
Well-stocked convenience store for the essentials
Affordable VIP upgrade for extra amenities and access to certain areas
Free Wi-Fi in the lobby
Expect waits for drinks at the bars, and small pours
Occasionally the resort is overbooked and the reserved room type is not available
Customer service, food quality, and Wi-Fi are spotty at best
This 330-room mid-range resort for all ages attracts a European crowd (expect to hear Spanish and Italian) and has about half the number of rooms as its sister property next door. Fewer guests, expansive grounds, and full access to features at both resorts make this the slightly higher-priced option. The rooms are nothing to write home about, but have been upgraded with white comforters and flat-screen TVs; bathrooms have either tub/shower combos or walk-in showers with removable nozzles and limited toiletries (there's a convenience store on-site for the essentials). Kiddos stay busy with shallow swimming on the beach, a children's pool, and kids' zone next door. There are limited reservations for a la carte restaurants, but a late-night wood-fire pizzeria stays open all night.
