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Sonesta Announces the Opening of Sonesta Resort Curacao
Apr 06, 2026 2 mins read
NEWTON, MA [April 6, 2026] – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of a new 196-room Sonesta Resort Curaçao, located overlooking Jan Thiel Beach near Willemstad.
“The opening of this new Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises location in Curaçao reflects Sonesta’s broader commitment to continued expansion in Latin America and the Caribbean,” said Keith Pierce, Sonesta’s Co-CEO. “We are excited to grow Sonesta’s footprint with this beautiful resort, expanding the portfolio’s strength and brand awareness in a highly sought-after destination.”
Sonesta is thrilled to have brought another property to the Dutch Caribbean, having operated hotels in Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao in the 1990s and again in 2015-2016 in Curaçao.
“The resort, formerly known as the Livingstone Jan Thiel Beach Resort, offers a variety of accommodations including villas, apartments, and traditional guest rooms,” said Atilay Uslu, Corendon Hotels & Resorts Founder and CEO. “Our vision is straightforward, to create a space where every guest finds their ideal balance of fun and relaxation. Set in one of Curaçao’s most iconic neighborhoods, surrounded by palm trees, tropical breezes and year-round sunshine, this hotel captures the true spirit of the island. As CEO, I’m proud of our team’s commitment to delivering memorable experiences and exception hospitality, ensuring every stay is as special as the destination itself.”
The Sonesta Resort Curaçao offers a massive outdoor swimming pool, a 5-star PADI dive center and direct access to Jan Thiel Beach. The resort features a brand-new Italian-inspired restaurant and bar, water sports, a fitness center, and spa services all in a beautifully landscaped resort location. Guests of the resort can earn or redeem points as members of the award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program.
Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises® emphasize wellness and well-being, fostering genuine connections between staff and guests while ensuring harmony between each hotel and its surroundings. Guests can unplug in stylish rooms inspired by each hotel’s destination and enjoy a host of indoor and outdoor amenities and work-friendly spaces.
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About Sonesta International Hotels
Sonesta is the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. according to Smith Travel Research (STR) with approximately 1,100 properties totaling 100,000 guest rooms across 13 brands in 10 countries. Sonesta owns, manages and/or franchises under The Royal Sonesta®; The James™, Classico Collection by Sonesta™, Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises®; MOD Collection by Sonesta™, Sonesta Select®; Sonesta Essential®, Sonesta ES Suites®, Sonesta Simply Suites®, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta®; Signature Inn® by Sonesta; Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta™ and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta™. Redefining hospitality through its award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program, Sonesta offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for unparalleled value and personalized experiences. Sonesta Travel Pass members receive the best rates, earn immediate points towards free nights, and accelerated status progression based on stays. Join now at https://www.sonesta.com/join-travel-pass. For more information about Sonesta visit Sonesta.com or to join our portfolio visit Franchise.Sonesta.com, email development@Sonesta.com or call 617.658.1596.
