Curaçao · Your neighbourhood guide
Jan Thiel Beach.
Footsteps From
The Villas.
Stay at Coconut, Reef or Flamingo and Jan Thiel Beach is approximately 400 metres away on foot. Beach clubs, seaside dining and everyday essentials are close at hand. Staying at The Wave? Explore our Jan Sofat guide.
Explore Jan Thiel
Beyond your private pool
A whole day
by the sea.
Come for a swim. Stay for a long lunch, a little browsing, and the last light on the water.
Jan Thiel Beach brings beach clubs, seaside restaurants, watersports and shops together in one lively coastal setting. It is an easy addition to a stay at The Villas, whether you are heading out from Coconut, Reef or Flamingo in Jan Thiel, or planning a visit from our Wave residences in Jan Sofat.
Beach life
Find your own rhythm.
Settle into a beach bed, explore beneath the surface, or take your day out onto the water.
Beach clubs & loungers
Serviced beach beds, shaded palapas and cabana areas make it easy to linger. Zest Beach Café and Koko’s offer their own beach settings, with food and drinks close at hand.
Beach club details ↗Diving & boat days
Scuba Do offers introductory and certified diving from Jan Thiel Beach. BlueFinn Charters runs catamaran, snorkelling and sunset outings for a different view of Curaçao.
Discover Scuba Do ↗Beach tennis & sea air
Add a little activity with a game of beach tennis; equipment hire is available. Or keep things simple with a swim, a walk along the beach, and a table overlooking the sea.
Beach tennis details ↗Beach admission, loungers, cabanas and activities may carry separate charges and are subject to availability. They are not included automatically with a villa stay. Check current arrangements with the venue; water activities depend on conditions and operator guidance.
At the table
From beachside lunches
to sunset dinners.
A choice of relaxed cafés, beach bars and restaurants lets you make a day of it without leaving Jan Thiel Beach.
Caribbean-inspired dining
Zest Restaurant
Island flavours and ingredients from local farmers and fishers, with breakfast, lunch and dinner beside the beach.
Explore Zest Restaurant ↗Barefoot & relaxed
Zest Beach Café
A casual spot on the sand for barbecue dishes and an easy lunch between swims, with beach beds and service nearby.
Explore Zest Beach Café ↗A lively beach favourite
Zanzibar
International favourites, stone-oven pizzas and rotisserie chicken, alongside drinks by the water and live-music events.
Explore Zanzibar ↗Latin American flavours
Tinto Bar Y Cocina
Latin American-inspired cooking, wines and cocktails in a sea-facing setting made for lingering over dinner and sunset.
Explore Tinto ↗The quieter end of the beach
Koko’s
Globally inspired street food and serviced beach beds in a relaxed setting for an unhurried beach day.
Explore Koko’s ↗Mexican-inspired evenings
Agave Bar Y Taqueria
Handmade tortillas, tacos and other Mexican dishes, with tequila and mezcal to accompany the evening.
Explore Agave ↗Menus, opening times and event schedules can change. Use the restaurant links for current details, or ask our concierge to help with reservations.
Close to your island home
Getting here
from The Villas.
Coconut · Reef · Flamingo
Approx. 400 mOn foot to Jan Thiel Beach
Our Jan Thiel villas
Coconut, Reef and Flamingo are located on Kaya Azov, within walking distance of Jan Thiel Beach. The published walking distance is approximately 400 metres; your exact route varies with your villa and the beach entrance you choose.
Wave Villa · Apartment · Penthouse
Staying in Jan Sofat?
Our Wave residences are in Jan Sofat, a different neighbourhood. Plan to visit Jan Thiel Beach by car or taxi. Our team can help with directions and transport arrangements for your specific residence.
The 400-metre walking distance applies to our Jan Thiel villas, not to the Wave residences.
A little browsing. Everyday ease.
Shopping & groceries
close to the beach.
For your villa kitchen
Van den Tweel
Supermarket
The Jan Thiel branch at Kaya Damasco z/n is in the Papagayo Beach Plaza area, close to the beach. Pick up groceries, drinks and everyday essentials for breakfast on your terrace or an evening at home.
It is a convenient stop to combine with a beach visit. If you are carrying a larger shop, ask our team about transport or pre-arrival grocery arrangements.
Store details & current hours ↗Boutiques & beach essentials
Papagayo Beach Plaza
& beachside shops
Steps from Jan Thiel Beach, Papagayo Beach Plaza brings together boutiques and useful holiday stops.
- Walk In Closet & Rebels: women’s fashion
- BRO: casual menswear
- Art by Eve: handmade pieces
- Summer Breeze & Dushi Store: beachwear, souvenirs and essentials around the beach
Before you go
A few useful details.
Do I need to book a beach bed or restaurant?
Check directly with your chosen beach club or restaurant, particularly for larger groups, sunset dining or event evenings. Our concierge can help you explore availability and make arrangements.
Is beach access included with my villa?
Do not assume admission, loungers, pool access or activities are included. Each venue has its own arrangements and charges. See Jan Thiel Beach’s current visitor information before you go.
Can I combine the beach with grocery shopping?
Yes. Van den Tweel’s Jan Thiel store and the shops at Papagayo Beach Plaza are close to the beach, so you can combine time by the water with picking up supplies for the villa. Check the supermarket’s current opening hours before setting out.
Can the concierge help plan our visit?
Our team can discuss beach clubs, dining, transport and grocery arrangements. Tell us which villa you are staying in and what you have in mind; availability and any additional costs will be confirmed for your request.
Your day, thoughtfully arranged
Leave room for
a little more island time.
From a restaurant table to a ride home, our concierge can help with the details of your Jan Thiel Beach day.
Plan Your Stay