Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant has been listed in the ten best restaurants in Quote.
THE STORY OF BAOASE
OUR STORY
Not only a boutique resort in the heart of the Caribbean, but a sanctuary for the senses.
When a neglected plot of Curaçao beach steals the heart of an irrepressible entrepreneur, five family villas are bound to be more than just that. After all, it would be a waste to let the beautiful white sand and waving palms unappreciated for most of the year. Ad van der Valk and his partner Bibi dreamed up a luxury resort – building their lagoon single-handedly. Rock after rock after rock.
Bibi Island in the center of the bay is a homage to his eponymous girlfriend. The name Baoase eternalized their love. The oasis of Ad and Bibi or – in their native language – Bibi’s en Ad’s oase. Baoase. As a sign of unbreakable love, Bibi Island breaks the waves approaching the shore. Along with first five villas and the Master Villa, it is the start of Baoase Curaçao.
Our History
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first stone
2005
When a neglected plot of Curaçao beach steals the heart of an irrepressible entrepreneur, five family villas are bound to be more than just that. Ad van der Valk and his partner Bibi dreamed up a luxury resort – building their lagoon single-handedly. Rock after rock after rock. The first stone is placed by Bibi in 2005.
In December 2009 the doors of Baoase Luxury Resort open for the first time. The resort consists of the 5 Oceanfront Villas and the Master Villa. Also the bar is finished and ready to welcome guests.
PRE-OPENING
2009
OPENING 15 ACCOMMODATIONS AND RESTAURANT
2010
Baoase Luxury Resort is ready to expand to a total amount of 15 accommodations, including rooms and villas. Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant is a fact and Baoase Luxury Resort is elected as #1 on TripAdvisor.
Baoase Luxury Resort is expanding even more this year with 8 new accommodations: Beachfront Pool Suites. Baoase becomes a Virtuoso member and receives the awards of Fodor’s Choice and Luxury Travel Guide.
OPENING BEACHFRONT SUITES
2015
OPENING SECOND RESTAURANT
2022
With several culinary awards in 2022 for one of the best restaurants in the Caribbean, Baoase is opening a second restaurant: Sunset Deck Restaurant. Two luxurious boats are also added to the Baoase collection for customized private tours.
Currently, Baoase Curaçao is still an award-winning resort and known as one of the best restaurants and resorts of the Caribbean. Baoase is included the 40 best resorts in the Caribbean by Condé Nast and among the 1% Best of the Best on TripAdvisor.
STILL AWARD-WINNING RESORT
2023
BIDA ISLAND
2024
Bida Island, an exclusive private island and the newest expansion adjacent to Baoase Curaçao, was inaugurated on December 22nd. Encompassed by crystal-clear waters and breathtaking vistas, Bida Island offers a redefined concept of paradise.
On August 1, Baoase Luxury Resort became Baoase Curaçao, a name that reflects the island that has always been at the heart of our story.
A NEW CHAPTER
2026
OPENING OF NEW SUITES
SOON
The opening of thoughtfully designed Oceanfront Pool Suites and Junior Suites marks a new milestone for Baoase. Created to welcome more guests while preserving the intimacy, tranquility, and exceptional hospitality that define every stay.
PHILOSOPHY
“We always strive to exceed expectations, where everybody is treated as friends and friends as family.”
Before the gates close, it’s gone. That one missed call, the endless fuzz of ‘Are you getting groceries?’. Sure, the Caribbean breeze does the trick quite well blowing some sorrows away. But, even though it might be just for a day, it’s Baoase Curaçao that makes troubles vanish. A seemingly ordinary neighborhood conceals the high-end resort of the Caribbean. A turquoise lagoon where luxury goes barefooted.
In line with the love of Balinese style, something unique and highly luxurious was created. Different elements were incorporated in the design of the resort such as dark woods, vases, antiques, and other elegant details throughout the resort to set off the natural beauty of the surroundings. Baoase is managed by a family who cares about all guests:
“We always strive to exceed expectations, where everybody is treated as friends and friends as family.”
The resort’s philosophy of barefoot elegance brings ultimate luxury without limits; you can experience high-end personal service but still be comfortable in a relaxing environment. The luxury is in the details that almost stay unnoticed. It is that personal note upon arrival or having your favorite glass of wine ready at the table. It is a sun lounger without a Wi-Fi connection when going offline is the rarest luxury of the digital era. And at the same time, it is a worry-free holiday with a personal butler at your side or a private dinner by an award-winning Michelin Star Chef. It is service providing the trip of your dreams before you even realized it was in your dreams.
Luxury becomes limitless at Baoase, privately owned and managed by a family, to make everybody feel at home, away from home.
Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant is a fine-dining concept, but still with a slippers-and-sundress-attitude. The cuisine, with our dedicated Culinary Team, masters fine cooking techniques and serves French-international dishes with a whiff of Asian flavors. Nevertheless, day after day, from breakfast till after dark snack, the Executive Chef ingeniously combines ingredients to make them shine through simplicity.
What if everything would be possible? That is where you find Baoase.
– Ad van der Valk (Founder of Baoase Curaçao)
Your Host
Baoase Curaçao is led by Managing Director Thijs van der Valk, whose vision, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to shape the resort’s reputation as one of the Caribbean’s leading luxury boutique destinations.
With a deep appreciation for genuine hospitality and meticulous attention to detail, Thijs works closely with every department to ensure each guest experiences the exceptional level of personalized service that defines Baoase. His leadership is centered on creating meaningful guest experiences while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and authenticity.
Under Thijs’ guidance, Baoase continues to evolve while remaining true to the values on which it was founded: intimacy, craftsmanship, privacy, and heartfelt hospitality. From thoughtful enhancements across the resort to the introduction of a refined brand identity and a new collection of accommodations, his vision is focused on ensuring Baoase remains one of the world’s most distinctive independent luxury resorts.
At Baoase, you are always in exceptional hands.
AWARDS | RECOGNITIONS GIVEN TO THE BAOASE CURAÇAO
2026
An honor made possible by our guests and dedicated team: Top 10 Resort in the Caribbean and Top 35 Resort in the World.
Baoase Curaçao is recognized as a Top Five Caribbean resort in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards 2026.
Grateful to be recognized as the No. 1 Hotel in Curaçao and among the top five in the Caribbean by U.S. News & World Report for 2026.
Baoase Curaçao has been named Leading Family-Owned Luxury Resort for Caribbean Experiences 2026 by the Global Elite Awards.
Honored to be named Best Private Beach Romantic Escape 2026 – Curaçao in the LUXlife Resorts and Retreats Awards 2026.
We have been recognized with two distinctions in the REVE Luxury Awards 2026: Luxury Romantic Hotel and Best Hidden Gem.
2025
We’re deeply grateful to be named the #1 Resort in the Caribbean in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 — a milestone shaped by our guests’ stories and our team’s devotion.
We’re honored to be named the #1 Resort Hotel in the Caribbean, Bermuda & the Bahamas — and #25 among the Top 100 Resorts in the World, a heartfelt recognition of our team, our guests, and our island.
With the recent honor of a REVE Luxury Award 2025, Baoase reaffirms its place among the world’s most distinguished resorts — a reflection of our ongoing dedication to luxury, service, and unforgettable guest experiences.
Recognized by the Global Elite Awards 2025, Baoase joins an exclusive group of the world’s finest luxury destinations.
We’re proud to share that Baoase Luxury Resort has been recognized with TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best 2025 award.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been ranked the #1 hotel in Curaçao and #16 in the Caribbean by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotels Rankings 2025.
Honored by LUXlife Magazine in the Hospitality Awards 2025, Baoase received distinctions for Most Romantic Luxury Resort Caribbean and Excellence in Culinary Experiences.
We’re honored to be recognized by the World Luxury Awards 2025, receiving distinctions for Best Luxury Beachfront Resort in North America, Best Luxury Boutique Resort in North America, and Best Luxury Honeymoon Hotel on a global level.
2024
Baoase Luxury Resort has been awarded Best Luxury Resort – Curaçao 2024 by Luxuri Mag. This incredible award means so much to us and is a true reflection of our commitment to delivering an exceptional luxury experience.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been awarded as “Best Private Beachfront Resort 2024 – Caribbean” by the LUXlife Romantic Luxury Travel Excellence Awards.
We are pleased to announce that our esteemed restaurant has been recognized with the prestigious title of “Curaçao’s Best Hotel Restaurant 2024” by the World Culinary Awards 2024.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been awarded for the prestigious Luxury 5-Star Resort of the Year 2024. This recognition reflects our steadfast dedication to delivering outstanding service, luxurious accommodations, and truly memorable experiences.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been awarded the prestigious AAA 4 Diamond Property Certification, a recognition that highlights our commitment to providing exceptional accommodations and impeccable service.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been named the #3 Best Resort Hotel in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas for 2024. Additionally, we have proudly secured the #84 spot in the Top 100 Best Hotels in the World.
Baoase Luxury Resort’s third consecutive win as Curaçao’s Leading Resort by the World Travel Awards.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been awarded a prestigious Gold badge in the 2024 Best Hotels in the Caribbean ranking by U.S. News & World Report.
Baoase Luxury Resort has once again been awarded the Tripadvisor Best of the Best 2024 award, the highest honor bestowed by Tripadvisor!
2023
We are delighted to announce that our esteemed restaurants has been honored with the prestigious title of “Curaçao’s Best Hotel Restaurant 2023” by the World Culinary Awards 2023.
Baoase Luxury Resort has secured the #4 spot in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards! This marks our third consecutive year of recognition.
Baoase Luxury Resort has proudly claimed the title of “Best Boutique Hotel in Curaçao” in the 2023 Caribbean Boutique Hotel Awards by the Caribbean Journal.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been honored with the prestigious title of Curaçao’s Leading Resort 2023 by the renowned World Travel Awards.
Baoase Luxury Resort was rated and reviewed among the top 1% listings for another year!
We are more than proud to be listed among the top 10 Best All-Inclusive Caribbean Resort. Additionally, we are voted in the top 50 for Best Caribbean Hotels and Resorts.
Baoase has been named Curaçao’s #1 in Hotels, Resorts and All-Inclusive Resorts by U.S. News & World Report rankings.
2022
Based on millions of reviews and opinions collected from travelers all around the world on TripAdvisor in 2021, Baoase Luxury Resort was rated and reviewed among the top 1% listings!
We are thrilled to announce that our Culinary Beach Restaurant is awarded with a Travelers’ Choice 2022.
Baoase has been named Curaçao’s #1 in Hotels, Resorts and All-inclusive resorts by U.S. News & World report rankings.
We are more than proud to be among the top 15 Best All-Inclusive Caribbean Resort. Additionally, we are voted in the top 50 for Best Caribbean Hotels and Resorts.
Baoase Luxury Resort is included in the Top 40 Best Resorts in the Caribbean of the Condé Nast Travelers’ 2022 Readers Choice Awards.
We are very excited to announce that we are a World Culinary Awards 2022 winner, in the category Curaçao’s Best Hotel Restaurant 2022.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been voted number one in the category Curaçao’s Leading Resort for the 2022 World Travel Awards.
2021
Baoase Luxury Resort was rated and reviewed among the top 1% listings!
A beautiful start of 2021: our Culinary Beach Restaurant has been rewarded with #12 of the 50 best Restaurants in the Caribbean, by Caribbean Journal!
Baoase Luxury Resort has been voted the winner of the Best Luxury Resort in the Caribbean for the 2021 Caribbean Journal Readers’ Choice Awards.
Baoase has been nominated for the top 10 coolest hotels in the Caribbean.
2020
We are more than excited to share that we received TripAdvisor’s highest honor by becoming a Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Winner!
Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant, Curaçao It’s perhaps no surprise that the best hotel in Curaçao is also home to the island’s best restaurant.
Baoase Luxury Resort is chosen as the second-best luxury hotel in the Caribbean by Luxury Travel Diary.
Baoase Luxury Resort is placed in the top resorts throughout the Caribbean. Baoase is ranked as number 37 – an achievement that we are beyond proud of!
We are more than proud to announce that we have been designated a AAA ‘Best of Housekeeping’ property for 2020.
Baoase has been nominated for the best hotel in Curaçao by U.S. News.
Baoase has been listed as the 10th best resort in the Caribbean by U.S. News.
2019
Baoase Luxury Resort is chosen for the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award 2019.
Baoase Luxury Resort is included in TripAdvisor’s Hall of Fame for receiving the Certificate of Excellence for the fifth time
We are honoured to announce that as of November 2019, Baoase Luxury Resort became a preferred supplier for one of the leading travel networks in the travel industry.
Baoase Luxury Hotel is chosen as the best hotel in Curaçao by U.S. News 2019.
Baoase has been listed as the 18th best hotel in the Caribbean by U.S. News.
We are honored to announce that as of September 10th 2019, Baoase Luxury Resort received a four star diamond rating from AAA.
We are very honored to announce that Baoase Luxury Resort has been named a 2019 AAA Inspector’s Best of Housekeeping hotel.
2018
We are so very pleased to announce that Baoase Luxury Resort has again won three different Traveler’s Choice Awards.
For the fifth year in a row, TripAdvisor has announced that Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant has again won this wonderful award!
We are so very proud to announce that we have been selected as Boutique Hotel of the Year by the Caribbean Journal.
Baoase has been listed 5th of the best resort of the Caribbean by USA Today.
Baoase Luxury Resort is honoured to receive the Guest Review 2018 Award from booking.com!
Baoase has been listed as one of the 25 best luxury hotels around the world
U.S. News & World Report announced its 2018 hotel rankings, revealing what it thinks are the best luxury hotels in the world.
Most Romantic Valentine’s Destination by Trips To Discover for Baoase Luxury Resort.
Luxury Travel Guide has selected Baoase Luxury Resort as Unique Luxury Hotel of the Year – Curacao.
2017
The luxury travel network Virtuoso Travel just announced Baoase Luxury Resort as nominee for “Best achievement in Design” for their “2017 Best of the Best awards” to be announced at their 29th annual Travel Week conference.
Baoase Luxury Resort has been nominated for TOP 3 Best Caribbean Resorts’ List of USA Today.
Baoase Luxury Resort and Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant is nominated for the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017 award.
Listed as Top Resorts in The Caribbean by Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2017.
Caribbean Journal has selected Baoase Culinary Beach Restaurant as best restaurant in the Caribbean.
2016
Baoase is nominated for the Virtuoso Preferred Supplier.
Baoase Luxury Resort named winner in 2016 TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Awards for hotels.
Baoase received the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2016! This achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year.
Baoase Luxury Resort is nominated for the Fodor’s Choice 2016 Distinction.
2015
Baoase is proud to be the Gold Award Winner of the Zoover Awards 2015.
Baoase is nominated for the Virtuoso Preferred Supplier 2015.
Baoase Luxury Resort received the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2015.
The Luxury Travel Guide Awards represent the pinnacle of hospitality achievement, championing the best in their respective fields.
Baoase has been listed in the “The 50 Best Caribbean Restaurant – 2015” list of the Caribbean Journal.
2014
Baoase won the Zoover Silver 2014 Award.
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2014 for Baoase Luxury Resort.
2013
Baoase received the Zoover Award Bronze 2013.
Baoase is the winner of the “Leading Resort in Curaçao” 2013 by World Travel Award.
Baoase Luxury Resort is nominated for the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2013.
Baoase is one of the best 25 Luxury Resorts of the Caribbean in 2013 by the Caribbean Journal.
2012
Baoase is the Award Winner in Silver by Zoover.
Baoase Luxury Resort won the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award 2012, Baoase is the Top 25 Luxury Hotels in the Caribbean.
Baoase Luxury Resort is nominated for the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2012.
Baoase won the Choice 2012 Distinction by Fodor’s.
2011
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2011 for Baoase Luxury Resort.
Top 10 Resorts for Romance in the Caribbean & Mexico for Baoase Luxury Resort.
Baoase has been nominated for top 10 new hotels by Conde Nast Traveller Hot list.
