Beach Hotel
The Rif at Mangrove Beach Corendon Curaçao, a five-star all-inclusive resort two kilometres north of Willemstad, unfolds along a private sweep of sand where turquoise shallows meet protected mangrove forests, delivering a seamless blend of Caribbean ease and polished sophistication.
Two hundred and eighty-nine air-conditioned rooms and suites spread across low-rise wings, each appointed with plush seating areas, flat-screen televisions carrying cable channels, compact fridges, electric kettles, and marble bathrooms stocked with hairdryers and high-grade toiletries. Private balconies or ground-level terraces—many stepping directly onto manicured lawns—frame uninterrupted sea vistas or quiet garden courtyards, while five interconnected pools, including a serene adults-only basin and a lively activity pool, ribbon through the heart of the property alongside the sheltered private beach.
Twenty distinct restaurants and lounges form a culinary constellation under the all-inclusive banner. The principal buffet opens each morning with stations of tropical fruits, warm johnnycakes, made-to-order omelettes, and fresh-pressed juices, then pivots to themed evenings showcasing Curaçaoan stoba stews or pan-Asian stir-fries. À la carte venues elevate the experience—Maya Mexican Restaurant fires corn tortillas over open flames and layers ceviche with local lime, Harbor Bistro grills whole snapper brushed with recao butter beneath a pergola of fairy lights, and a dedicated grill kiosk flips juicy burgers poolside through the afternoon. Four bars keep the rhythm: the swim-up aqua bar pours frozen mango daiquiris, the beachfront palapa shakes aged rum with tamarind, the lobby lounge decants international wines, and a late-night terrace serves Turkish-inspired meze platters beneath swaying lanterns, often accompanied by steel-drum trios or guest DJs spinning soft island grooves.
An expansive spa occupies breezy cabanas edged by mangrove channels, where therapists deploy warm coconut oil in deep-pressure massages and wrap bodies in aloe-and-seaweed masks drawn from the surrounding ecosystem. A round-the-clock gym gleams with ocean-view treadmills, resistance machines, and a stretching studio hosting complimentary sunrise yoga and sunset Pilates. The on-site water park sends guests down twisting slides into splash pools, while the protected beach launches complimentary kayaks and stand-up paddleboards over calm shallows alive with juvenile barracuda. Beach volleyball courts host impromptu tournaments, and the activities team orchestrates everything from meringue lessons on the sand to guided mangrove kayak drifts at golden hour. The concierge desk arranges seamless transfers to Willemstad's floating market or private tours through the Hato Caves, ensuring the island's cultural heartbeat remains within easy grasp.
Positioned 1.5 kilometres from the swinging Queen Emma Bridge, 2 kilometres from the secluded cove of Playa Marichi, and 11 kilometres from Curaçao International Airport, The Rif at Mangrove Beach Corendon Curaçao places the capital's UNESCO streetscape and the island's southern adventures mere minutes away.
All Inclusive · Room Only
The location is beautiful, and a few of the areas were under construction. We loved seeing the cruise ships arrive and depart. The oceanfront area is a bit uncomfortable to walk on, save for a few...
Beautiful resort about 10 minutes from the airport and walking distance to downtown Willemstad. Check in was smooth and our room had an ocean/cruise ship view. Buffet can initially be a little...
Very good experience by Sherline and mishe we had a great time here at the resort it’s really recommend we would definitely be back.
Very good experience by sherline and mishe, they're very patient and also kind.really recommended resort.!!!!!!!!!
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