Set on a palm-studded beach overlooking Curaçao’s famously clear waters, LionsDive Beach Resort offers easy access to some of the island’s best dive spots. It’s surrounded by tropical gardens and exudes a relaxed Caribbean atmosphere, with multiple restaurants, family-friendly pools, and accommodation to suit all travel styles.

The in-house dive operator, Ocean Encounters, is among Curaçao’s best, with a strong commitment to sustainable diving and reef restoration. Combined with a wide choice of sporting and recreational activities, LionsDive is an excellent choice for an active Caribbean vacation.

Accommodation

LionsDive offers an impressive choice of accommodation, ranging from budget-friendly Resort View Rooms to Beachfront Cabanas and the expansive Lions Penthouse.

Resort View Rooms

Surrounded by tropical gardens, these rooms offer either a king-size bed or two queen-size beds, plus a shared terrace or balcony.

Ocean View Rooms

Providing partial views towards the Caribbean, these rooms offer either a king-size bed or two queen-size beds, plus a shared terrace or balcony.

Ocean View Deluxe Rooms

Equipped with one king-size bed or two queen-size beds, these rooms offer stunning views of the ocean from their private balconies.

Oceanfront Rooms

These rooms come with private balconies overlooking the water, as well as ocean views from their king-size beds.

Beachfront Cabanas

Positioned directly on the sand, these distinctive cabanas come with spacious bathrooms featuring king-size or queen-size beds.

Lions 2-Bedroom Apartments

Ideal for families or dive buddies, these apartments feature two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spacious balcony overlooking the resort’s 50-meter pool.

Oceanview 1-Bedroom Suites

These luxurious suites feature a king-size bed in the master bedroom and a sofa bed in the living room, plus a fully-equipped kitchen.

Oceanfront 2-Bedroom Suites

Aside from the master bedroom with a king-size bed, these suites come with an additional bedroom with a queen-size bed, plus two bathrooms, a living room, and a fully-equipped kitchen.

Lions Penthouse

Featuring two bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, expansive living and dining areas, a private gym, and a huge terrace with panoramic ocean views, this is the most luxurious accommodation option at LionsDive Beach Resort.

Amenities

While staying at this Curaçao dive resort, you’ll enjoy access to a private beach with lounge chairs, as well as two swimming pools, including an Olympic-sized pool. There’s also a fully-equipped gym, and fitness activities such as beach yoga and boot camps are available throughout the week.

For a slower pace, the Spa at LionsDive offers massages and treatments in a relaxing beachfront setting.

The resort also provides practical facilities such as complimentary Wi-Fi and laundry services, and there’s a free shuttle to a nearby supermarket so that guests staying in the apartments can stock up on essentials.

Food & Drink

There’s no shortage of places to eat at LionsDive Beach Resort, with four restaurants and bars offering a variety of cuisines and settings. Hemingway Beach Bar & Restaurant is the go-to spot for beachfront dining, serving Caribbean-inspired dishes and locally caught seafood. It’s also where breakfast is served each morning.

For something more casual, Chill Beach Bar & Grill serves BBQ and fish skewers in a laid-back oceanside setting. Nemo focuses on Asian cuisine, with sushi and other Japanese-inspired dishes on the menu. Meanwhile, Piazza serves Italian favorites including pizza, pasta, and salads.

Diving

Located at LionDive’s marina, Ocean Encounters is a PADI 5-Star dive center and the resort’s dedicated water sports operator. Its experienced team caters to divers of all abilities, from first-time scuba experiences and guided reef dives to full certification courses and continuing education.

Curaçao is home to more than 70 recognized dive sites, with over half accessible directly from the shore. Ocean Encounters has handpicked the best along the island’s sheltered southeastern shore and shares these with guests during daily diving and snorkeling trips.

The visibility in Curaçao is generally good, often reaching 65-100 feet (20–30 meters), while the generally calm conditions on this stretch of coast make it suitable for all experience levels. Curaçao’s fringing reef is home to around 70% of the Caribbean’s identified coral species, alongside more than 400 species of marine animals.

The waters here remain warm throughout the year, with temperatures typically sitting between 79 and 82°F (26 and 28°C). A 3mm full-length wetsuit is a comfortable all-round option for most divers, particularly if you’re planning several dives during your stay.

Other Activities

There’s plenty to keep non-divers occupied a LionsDive, from snorkeling to kayaking and boat excursions. In between dives, you can take advantage of the resort’s fitness program, embark on a self-guided walk to discover the property’s murals, or join a guided hike to spot flamingos in the island’s salt pans.

Mambo Beach Boulevard is right on the property’s doorstep for shopping, restaurants and nightlife, and the resort regularly hosts live music nights too. Also next door is the Curaçao Sea Aquarium and Dolphin Academy.

If you want to explore beyond the local area, Willemstad is five minutes’ drive from the resort, and many of Curaçao’s cultural attractions are within easy reach.