On our family's first trip to Curacao, Villa Tokara provided a place to call home and rest after a full day at the beach and exploring the island.
The Family Suite was perfect for a our family of two adults and two teenagers. Us parents had our own private room and all the rooms were air conditioned. The mini fridge was useful as well for our snacks and drinks.
Every morning, we would step out of our suite into their lively and sunny cafe where everyone, from locals to tourists, was enjoying their coffees and greeted us with a smile (try their Miso Maple Cold Brew while you're there - it's amazing!). The feeling of a close-knit international community was very refreshing, especially after being used to more by-the-numbers hotels and resorts.
The location was perfect as well (we rented a car). Free street parking was always available. There are many world-class restaurants nearby, even right next door. During our visit, Villa Tokara was even building their own on-site restaurant - we're looking forward to that for our next visit! For more casual dining, there are many local restaurants within a 10 minute drive and the mall and its food court and supermarket are less than 20 minutes away . And, of course, Willemstad is practically right around the corner.
A very special thank you to Jordan, Liesl, Stefano, Frederique, and all the wonderful staff (and El Gordo!) at Villa Tokara for making our family feel welcomed at their beautiful hotel. We will definitely visit again!