10 Best Insta-worthy Avila hotspots

The wooden structure called Ocean Front Blues wing is a super spot to take photos as there are all kinds of nooks and corners. It is the prettiest place to look over the Caribbean Sea on Curacao. The hotel rooms’ balconies have the best views you can imagine. The Ocean Front Blues wing also houses the observer tower; for an awesome 360-degree view and is especially picturesque during sunset time. The sunset makes a perfect backdrop for any picture. Don’t worry if you just missed the sunset, because the orange and pink afterglow is just as beautiful if not better. The Ocean Front Blues wing’s board walk is ready to be captured on any time of the day but is at its best around noon because of the lighting. Capture the palms, the rustic and romantic feel combined with the turquoise sea. And if you are in luck, you’ll catch a pelican diving in the ocean looking for fish.

With 2 different private beaches you’ll double the chance to take a beautiful beach shot. All angles are good and you’re better off during noon to capture that tropical beach look you’re searching for. Wait till the sun sets to capture the orange and pink afterglow and use the palms to make it extra Caribbean-ish. Close up or landscape; your followers will be knocked of their feet.

Octagon hallway and infinity pool. Of course, the infinity pool is a beautiful picture to capture a great shot. However, the Octagon Deluxe hallway on the ground floor is a more original location; we call this Curacao hotspot a hallway to heaven at sea level.

If you love art or taking original pictures then you will adore our interactive art pieces. Have a seat on our bench with a colorful and tropical backdrop at Koetshuis. Let your thoughts gently drift off in our picture-perfect little fishing boat you'll find at our pier and meet Shon Ia on our Grande Terrace. Gaze with her into the clear blue sky and the Caribbean Sea; she will surely love your company and camera as she is always ready to pose. Add props to your liking to make it a one-of-a-kind selfie.

Visit Restaurant The Pen to take fabulous food photos. Culture on your plate, an appetizing menu made with regional and local ingredients. Don't forget to pass by Blues Restaurant to capture the beautiful sunset, colorful Caribbean dishes and stunning 360°-mural. Both restaurants are a favorite culinary hangout on Curacao for many food bloggers.

The Avila Beach Hotel’s pier is a great Curacao hotspot to take a more edgy looking snapshot. The rocks, ocean and typical lanterns create a mysterious look and feel. Around sunset time you have beautiful lighting and reflection. On a day when the sea is a little rough, you have the waves crashing in making it a stunning action photo when you snap one with perfect timing or a photo burst.

The Governor’s mansion is a truly authentic Curacao hotspot where Avila’s story began. The original building of the hotel, the Belle Alliance, was built around 1780 and served as a country residence for English Governors. Back in 1949 when the Avila Beach Hotel opened its doors, this was the section where all hotel rooms were located. Nowadays, the mansion houses the main entrance, lobby and spa. It’s also a beautiful sight to capture that typical old Curacao charm and history.

Beachside strolls without getting sandy feet or a clichéd look and feel. Little steps, footpaths and oceanside rocks. It’s all here and influencers & (online) magazines love it.

The La Belle Alliance luscious garden is great for fashion shoots, wedding shoots, landscape shoots and macro pictures. The bright green garden is perfect for all kinds of shoots and all type of photographers. Did you know you can get an outdoor massage with sea view under our garden pergola too?