LadyBerard Posted July 12, 2022 #1 Share Posted July 12, 2022 We are scheduled to go to Curacao during our Summit repo cruise in Oct. Unfortunately, Celebrity canceled the excursion which we had purchased. So we are considering doing a day pass to Avila Beach Resort. Cost is approximately $10 pp and includes use of two beaches, chairs, and pool. Can't find any reviews for the day pass, but reviews for people staying there are excellent. It is approximately a 25 min. walk from the pier and located between the pier and Mambo Beach. My only concern would be that we would not walk it, but would want to take a taxi. I'm just wondering if taxis would be readily available to take us back to the pier when we are ready to leave. If you've gone here, could you please tell us your experience. Thank you. Suzanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annecolorgreen Posted July 13, 2022 #2 Share Posted July 13, 2022 I have never been there so may be speaking up when I shouldn't, but, I have been reading lots of articles on the island and it sounds like taxis are readily available. Since it's a beach resort, especially, I can't imagine that you would have any problem! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pamkev Posted July 20, 2022 #3 Share Posted July 20, 2022 On 7/12/2022 at 6:10 AM, LadyBerard said: We are scheduled to go to Curacao during our Summit repo cruise in Oct. Unfortunately, Celebrity canceled the excursion which we had purchased. So we are considering doing a day pass to Avila Beach Resort. Cost is approximately $10 pp and includes use of two beaches, chairs, and pool. Can't find any reviews for the day pass, but reviews for people staying there are excellent. It is approximately a 25 min. walk from the pier and located between the pier and Mambo Beach. My only concern would be that we would not walk it, but would want to take a taxi. I'm just wondering if taxis would be readily available to take us back to the pier when we are ready to leave. If you've gone here, could you please tell us your experience. Thank you. Suzanne We are are the same cruise as you and have been looking at this resort the reviews on TA about the day pass have been good and they stated plenty of taxis maybe we will see you there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunsetme Posted August 4, 2022 #4 Share Posted August 4, 2022 does not include use of the pool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunsetme Posted August 4, 2022 #5 Share Posted August 4, 2022 https://offers.avilabeachhotel.com/perfect-day-at-the-beach this does but is $32 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisintwinsmom Posted October 12, 2022 #6 Share Posted October 12, 2022 On 7/12/2022 at 6:10 AM, LadyBerard said: We are scheduled to go to Curacao during our Summit repo cruise in Oct. Unfortunately, Celebrity canceled the excursion which we had purchased. So we are considering doing a day pass to Avila Beach Resort. Cost is approximately $10 pp and includes use of two beaches, chairs, and pool. Can't find any reviews for the day pass, but reviews for people staying there are excellent. It is approximately a 25 min. walk from the pier and located between the pier and Mambo Beach. My only concern would be that we would not walk it, but would want to take a taxi. I'm just wondering if taxis would be readily available to take us back to the pier when we are ready to leave. If you've gone here, could you please tell us your experience. Thank you. Suzanne On 7/20/2022 at 6:56 AM, pamkev said: We are are the same cruise as you and have been looking at this resort the reviews on TA about the day pass have been good and they stated plenty of taxis maybe we will see you there. Did either of you use the day pass for the Avila? If so, did you enjoy it and how was transportation to and from? TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
friendswithdave Posted October 12, 2022 #7 Share Posted October 12, 2022 Reviewing the link shows the deal is for Curacao residents only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyBerard Posted October 12, 2022 Author #8 Share Posted October 12, 2022 I emailed them and received a confirmation for reservations for us. They knew I was from the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisintwinsmom Posted October 12, 2022 #9 Share Posted October 12, 2022 3 hours ago, friendswithdave said: Reviewing the link shows the deal is for Curacao residents only. Yes, I noticed that also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisintwinsmom Posted October 12, 2022 #10 Share Posted October 12, 2022 2 hours ago, LadyBerard said: I emailed them and received a confirmation for reservations for us. They knew I was from the US. Thanks! Enjoy! Please let me know how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus305 Posted November 9, 2022 #11 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Does anyone have any recent experience with this? If so, did you walk or use transportation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nashna Posted December 23, 2022 #12 Share Posted December 23, 2022 We are booked for Avila Beach on our January 2023 cruise. I'll be sure to let you know how it goes. According to my GPS the walk is 30 minutes from the pier. The resort responded immediately, Frankly, the $10.00 charge for the day looks to be an amazing deal. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
signingteam Posted January 8, 2023 #13 Share Posted January 8, 2023 On 12/23/2022 at 2:15 PM, Nashna said: We are booked for Avila Beach on our January 2023 cruise. I'll be sure to let you know how it goes. According to my GPS the walk is 30 minutes from the pier. The resort responded immediately, Frankly, the $10.00 charge for the day looks to be an amazing deal. We are scheduled to be here on our February cruise - please let us know how it goes. Price is so good, just hoping it's nice. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nashna Posted January 9, 2023 #14 Share Posted January 9, 2023 I'll be sure to let you know. I hope it is a great option as I now have about 14 people from my Edge cruise going to Avila when we dock. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marianoam Posted January 9, 2023 #15 Share Posted January 9, 2023 1 minute ago, Nashna said: I'll be sure to let you know. I hope it is a great option as I now have about 14 people from my Edge cruise going to Avila when we dock. I'll be waiting too, as I'll be there this October. Have fun, Nashna! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onejeepster Posted January 15, 2023 #16 Share Posted January 15, 2023 On 1/9/2023 at 9:16 AM, Nashna said: I'll be sure to let you know. I hope it is a great option as I now have about 14 people from my Edge cruise going to Avila when we dock. Following as we are going there in April. Thanks and enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welly9 Posted January 20, 2023 #17 Share Posted January 20, 2023 On 1/9/2023 at 8:16 AM, Nashna said: I'll be sure to let you know. I hope it is a great option as I now have about 14 people from my Edge cruise going to Avila when we dock. How was it?? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaday Posted January 20, 2023 #18 Share Posted January 20, 2023 Book ahead of time for Avila. They were booked full when we were there this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quik2flip Posted January 20, 2023 #19 Share Posted January 20, 2023 How does one go about booking? I tried and it took me to WhatsApp. The automated responses didn’t have any option to book the day pass. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadarocks Posted January 20, 2023 #20 Share Posted January 20, 2023 44 minutes ago, mamaday said: Book ahead of time for Avila. They were booked full when we were there this week. Did you enjoy it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quilter49 Posted February 2, 2023 #21 Share Posted February 2, 2023 I am trying to get a day pass and getting nowhere with it. Does anyone have an email contact? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nashna Posted February 4, 2023 #22 Share Posted February 4, 2023 I am happy to report that the Avila Beach Club (Pen Restaurant) is wonderful. It is a great bargain at just $10.00 per person. We opted to walk to Avila which was a big mistake. It took us 45 to 50 minutes. Once we got by the main tourist areas, the sidewalks were uneven and at times, we had to walk in the roads. Save yourself the time and effort and take a taxi from the pier for just $10.00 per person. When you need to return to the ship, just ask the desk clerk to call you a taxi. The beach area is spotless. It is not a surf beach. The beach is protected by rocks. There were plenty of chairs and umbrellas. Bar service was available, and the staff was friendly. Reservations are simple to make online. Your confirmation comes from the Pen Restaurant...not Avila. Do not come here without reservations. As we were checking in, two different groups were turned away without reservations. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nashna Posted February 4, 2023 #23 Share Posted February 4, 2023 I booked online via Whatsap. I did have some questions for the resort and used this e-mail: restaurants@avilabeachhotel.com. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arubamoose Posted February 6, 2023 #24 Share Posted February 6, 2023 So happy that you were pleased with Avila. We have been to Mambo Beach quite a few times and wanted to try something new. We will be going on the next sailing of the Edge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keys24 Posted February 7, 2023 #25 Share Posted February 7, 2023 We were there 1/31/23. We also scheduled through WhatsApp. They took our email and responded back with confirmation. Nice 45 minute stroll. $10 and great location! Plenty of loungers and good snorkeling. Clean bathrooms. We were unable to get a taxi back, they took us with their van instead! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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