Guide to Piscadera Bay, Curaçao


Quiet, central, safe. Your base for beaches, Willemstad, and day trips across Curaçao.

 

Local quick facts

  • Location: between the airport and Willemstad, easy access to the island

  • Beaches: Pirate Bay & Parasasa within walking distance

  • Groceries: Carrefour / Centrum Supermarket a short drive away

  • Transport: rental car recommended; taxis available; free on-street parking around most condos

Beaches nearby

  • Pirate Bay – relaxed beach club, snorkeling by the pier

  • Parasasa – local vibe, calm water, sunsets

  • Blue Bay – larger beach & facilities (short drive)

Essentials

  • Supermarkets: Carrefour, Centrum (fresh produce, bakery)

  • Pharmacy/ATM: available in the area and in nearby Otrobanda

  • Dining: beach bars at Pirate Bay, plus restaurants in Blue Bay & Otrobanda

Getting around

  • Car gives you full flexibility (free parking near most apartments).

  • Taxi and tour pick-ups are available at the main resorts.

  • Driving is right-hand; roads are straightforward around Piscadera.

Safety & tips

  • Piscadera Bay is a calm residential-touristic area.

  • Lock doors and keep valuables out of sight, as you would anywhere.

  • Tap water is potable; sun protection is essential year-round.

Day trips from Piscadera

  • Willemstad (Otrobanda & Punda) – UNESCO waterfront, pastel facades

  • Westpunt beaches – Knip, Playa Lagun, great snorkeling

  • Christoffel Park – hiking and island views

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Piscadera baai & ‘Pirate Bay Beach’

restaurant ‘Tomatoes’ en ‘Pirate Bay’ Beach Club & Restaurant

Het strand van ‘Pirate Bay’

Het strand van ‘Pirate Bay’ met daarachter de duikschool