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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of sea, De Octopus is a recently renovated bed and breakfast located in Sint Michiel, 1.9 km from Blue Bay Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Every room comes with a patio with garden views. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels. As an added convenience, the bed and breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at De Octopus will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sint Michiel, like hiking. If you would like to discover the area, snorkelling, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings and the accommodation can arrange a car rental service. Queen Emma Bridge is 14 km from De Octopus, while Curacao Sea Aquarium is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Curaçao International, 9 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.6
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.9
High score for Sint Michiel
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hhdez2018
    Colombia Colombia
    Tanja y Leo your attention is amazing!! Relax place, great price in relation with your benefits! I recommed for your vacations 10/10. I will come back in vacations and contact us.
  • Eda
    Turkey Turkey
    The room we stayed in was great, Theo and Tanja were great people, and the communication was very easy.
  • Vierka
    Slovakia Slovakia
    Super lovely place, small bungalows surrounded by mini botanical garden, lovely pool in the middle of the area for a relaxing day. Hosts are super super super nice, trying to help with all kind of requests. Place has a kitchen with refreshments,...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Familie Van der Meer

Company review score: 9.8Based on 145 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Welcome to our beautiful island! We are very happy to host you and look forward to helping you have a great time and discover all the amazing sights and activities that our island has to offer.

Property information

The apartments are set amidst a lush, tropical garden, filled with palm trees, exotic flowers, and bright, colorful birds, hummingbirds and butterflies. Relax by the 6-meter swimming pool and enjoy the views of the tropical paradise from the sun loungers, jacuzzi and various seating areas. Spend your days snorkeling and swimming at the idyllic Snake Bay beach, only a 5-minute walk away.

Neighbourhood information

Boca Sami is an idyllic fishing village surrounded by stunning natural sights. Featuring two beaches, two restaurants, a convenient Toko (shop), a diving school, and picturesque hiking trails, the diminutive village provides everything necessary for an unforgettable island vacation all within walking distance. Plus, Boca Sami's central location on the island enables visitors to drive to the nearest supermarket in five minutes, the center of Willemstad in fifteen minutes, and Westpunt in thirty minutes. Come experience this unique Caribbean oasis!

Languages spoken

English,Dutch

Property surroundings

Facilities of De Octopus
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Key access
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules
De Octopus takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 02:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform De Octopus in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about De Octopus

  • Room options at De Octopus include:

    • Apartment
    • Holiday Home
  • Check-in at De Octopus is from 02:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • De Octopus offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming Pool
    • Horse riding
    • Live music/performance
  • De Octopus is 0.8 miles from the centre of Sint Michiel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.7 miles from De Octopus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at De Octopus may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.