Jan Thiel Beach

It is a beautiful small beach full of bars and restaurants all along. There are many venues where you can choose from, to buy a snack or have a drink. There are a couple of swimming pools that belong to the Papagayo Hotel. You must pay for beds on the beach. The prices are a little high and I would say this is the Dutch beach.

Crystal clear waters. Quiet atmosphere on most days (but Saturday’s have amazing live music). Variety of delicious food options—from pizza and chicken to ice cream and fine dining. What more could you ask for? Went here 3 times during my week in curacao. Found it better than other options (Mambo Beach, etc). Highly recommended

$3 per person entry fee, then we rented a day bed for about 35(?) that came with towels and a large water. We ordered other drinks and food. Service was decent. The water is calm. Not as clear as some beaches so not really a snorkeling option… papagayo’s infinity pool is nice. Lots of parking. Several cafes or restaurants or gelato options…

After a long sail day, we arrived at Jan Thiel Beach, a vibrant spot with plenty of restaurant and bar options to enjoy a refreshing cocktail. The atmosphere was unbeatable, with perfect views to sit back, relax, and watch the sun dip below the horizon—a picture-perfect ending to the day.

If you want a day just chilling at a nice beach it's ok. We did 5 hours here and actually enjoyed it

I enjoy visiting this place from time to time for snorkeling, lounging, hiking, or dining. There are plenty of restaurant options available. Please note that there is a fee to access the beach for swimming or snorkeling. They also offer massage services and diving lessons. While it may not be the best spot for snorkeling on the island, it’s still a solid choice overall. Additionally, there are retail shops and gift shops on-site.

Very nice place to see the sunset and have a pizza (it is very great). The marine life is very nice and you have plenty of it in there. The entrance is payed and you cannot go with your own food and drinks. Also, you can rent snorkel and fins with scuba-do diving center.

Beautiful beach, crowded, but not overwhelming. It is safe to leave your stuff with a family or couple that you happen to be sitting by while you swim. The water is heaven by the way, so clear and blue, and the temperature is perfect. Wish there was more (any?) free seating but you get what you pay for, I guess. Pregame before coming or bring a Stanley because the drinks at the bar are expensive but not super strong!