We had a fantastic time at Avila Beach Resort in mid-December 2023. The room was spacious and clean. The resort is located right next to two private beaches and within walking distance of Queen Emma Bridge, downtown Willemstad cafes, restaurants, and shopping district. The prices at the restaurants and bars are a bit high, but you are paying for the convenience. Parking is complimentary, and sunscreen is provided for free. There is a small gift shop on the premises. In the evenings, there is live music with local bands. The hotel has a classic Spanish or European feel to its layout and architecture. Room service is available daily. I would definitely stay at Avila Beach Resort again when I visit Curaçao. I highly recommend this hotel resort.
We stayed in an oceanfront room on the second floor, which was a good size. The hotel was nice and we enjoyed having breakfast there every morning. Although the breakfast was a bit pricey, it was better than searching for food elsewhere. The food was good and there were a few nice restaurants nearby. We felt safe walking to the center of town at night. The water was clear with fish swimming around the rocks. I wore slip-on water shoes to protect my feet from the shells when entering the water. Every beach we visited had a stretch of rocks, shells, and coral to walk over before reaching deeper water, so it's a good idea to bring some water shoes. This beach was never too crowded, unlike others on the island.