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Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, Curacao

4.0 of 5
Santa Barbara Plantation | Porta Blancu, Nieuwpoort, Curacao (Formerly Hyatt Regency Curacao Golf Resort, Spa and Marina)
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Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, Curacao
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Willemstad, Curacao
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We enjoyed our stay at the hotel, beach was awesome (we stayed @ the beach till 19:30), service was excellent (even though we got our room @ 17:00 instead of 16:00), breakfast @ sea breeze was perfect and the room was very nice. Highly recommended...!

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Willemstad, Curacao
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

We stay there from the June 2th till June the 4th. I stayed with my parents to celebrate my 30th anniversary, and we certainly will come back! The staff is friendly and well educated! First class staff! We had the premier water vieuw room and the view from out there is awesome! We had breakfast every morning and it was... More

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Port of Spain, Trinidad
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

I recently stayed here for the second time now, first time it was still a Hyatt hotel, now its just the Santa Barbara Resort. This time the property was really quiet, with only a few guest in house. Because of this they cancelled the buffet breakfast for a few mornings and closed the steak house which was a real inconvenience,... More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

(I lived in Curacao for 7 months so I may be a bit biased. However, there is a reason I went back on a vacation! This island is rad!) This was the most rewarding vacation we have been on. Top-notch beaches, hiking, national parks, world-famous for scuba and snorkling, swimming, hot sun and amazing local food. As newlyweds we knew... More

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AMS
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Overall we had a very pleasant stay, mostly because the beautiful set up of the resort, it is huge but it looks nice, it has a lynx golf course with beautiful views, the condition of fairway and greens are somewhat worn. The room was great, although the air conditioner had a musty smell. The service in the hotel has been... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013 via mobile

We just returned from a quick little getaway to Curaçao and we were NOT disappointed. First off, people need to do their research if they want to have an enjoyable trip...anywhere, and we did. We rented a Kia Rio from a local start-up, Just Drive Curaçao (which went great - highly recommend a vehicle and GPS for the island). You'll... More

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MJKirsch, Manager at Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, Curacao, responded to this review
30 May 2013

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences! It definitely sounds like you did your research and enjoyed activities on the island and resort. I love the pictures that you shared, especially the one of the sunset. We hope to see you again soon! More

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32 reviews 32 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

I have just returned from an fabulous 8 day stay at the Santa Barbara. This was a virtually flawless vacation--- no one or no place is perfect. All that to say we had a spectacular vacation---restful, peaceful, quiet, relaxing, with the most beautiful surroundings and first class staff. We used our trusted driver for airport transport (Henry "Leo" Plaate), we... More

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MJKirsch, Manager at Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, Curacao, responded to this review
30 May 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write about your experience and recognizing our staff. I am glad that you had a wonderful vacation and all of us at the resort look forward to welcoming you back very soon! More

Lethbridge, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Left the Morena Resort and was not dissapointed when we arrived at what used to be the Hyatt. Beautiful resort, nice pools and beach, as well as super super friendly staff. Had the odd little thing like ants in the room, but anything that did go wrong could not compete with what a super fabulous resort this is; did I... More

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MJKirsch, Manager at Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, Curacao, responded to this review
13 May 2013

First of all, congratulations on your marriage! Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback and we are glad you enjoyed your stay at our resort! We hope that we can welcome you back to celebrate an anniversary in the future! More

Mississauga
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

You must have a car if you stay at this resort. Even from the entrance gate to the hotel is a ten minute drive to reach the hotel. Our fridge had to be replaced ... our TV had to be worked on, our TV remote had to be replaced. We received shampoo and tea bags the first day and did... More

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MJKirsch, Manager at Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, Curacao, responded to this review
9 May 2013

I apologize for your experiences and appreciate you taking the time to provide us feedback. We take a lot of pride in our level of service but clearly missed the mark during your stay. I will share your feedback with out staff. Thank you again and I hope that we can welcome you back soon to enjoy the natural beauty... More

Thornhill, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013 via mobile

My wife and I enjoyed a fabulous vacation at this tranquil yet luxurious resort. The friendliness of the staff was quite remarkable; you truly get the sense that the employees care about your vacation experience. The only constructive suggestion I can offer is that sometimes mealtime service can be a bit slow; however, we were on vacation so this didn't... More

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  • Very nice(36)
  • Pool area(19)
  • Breakfast buffet(18)
  • Water views(11)
  • Shor restaurants(9)
  • Room service(8)
  • Swim Bar(8)
  • Ocean Encounters(8)
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Additional Information about Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, Curacao

Address: Santa Barbara Plantation | Porta Blancu, Nieuwpoort, Curacao (Formerly Hyatt Regency Curacao Golf Resort, Spa and Marina)
Region: Caribbean > Curacao
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Parking Children Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Luxury Hotels in Curacao
#3 Romantic Hotels in Curacao
#5 Top resorts Hotels in Curacao
#7 On the Beach Hotels in Curacao
Price range (per night): $164 - $362
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort captures natural Caribbean charm and delivers it with an international elegance and sophistication. Just 35 miles from Aruba and served by a modern international airport, escape to paradise and embrace Curacao’s magical sea, sky and sun on 27 acres of rare natural preserve. At the same time, feel that every need is provided for, with exceptional service and refinement. Enjoy superior amenities like the Pete Dye designed golf course, a luxurious spa, resort pools with Caribbean views, an alluring white sand beach with a swimming lagoon, and sophisticated dining. Relax with the rare luxury of privacy on a secluded island within an island sequestered from the hustle and bustle of town center, and explore unlimited diving, snorkeling, boating and geo adventure right outside your door. Whether you are seeking an intimate retreat, or a lively and invigorating amenity-filled vacation, the resort creates a truly magnificent opportunity to experience the best of both worlds, and create your own. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Hyatt Regency Curacao Golf Resort, Spa And Marina Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, Curacao Caribbean

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