A slower beach day at Jan Thiel
A drink within reach, the sea in front of you and an afternoon with no particular plans. Koko’s Beachclub brings an easygoing rhythm to a quieter corner of Jan Thiel Beach.
Koko’s Beachclub is a place to settle in for a while. Set at one end of Jan Thiel Beach in Curaçao, it combines a beach bar and restaurant with space to spend the day by the sea. You can make lunch the main event or let it interrupt a few hours of reading, swimming and doing very little.
The food takes inspiration from street food, while the drinks range from fresh juices and smoothies to cocktails. That makes Koko’s an appealing option when everyone wants something slightly different from a beach afternoon. There is room for a proper meal, but also for a shorter stop between other plans.
Its position matters when choosing between beachclubs. You remain part of Jan Thiel’s lively waterfront, with other restaurants and shops nearby, while sitting towards its quieter end. Think relaxed surroundings within a popular beach destination, rather than an isolated bay.
Staying in Jan Thiel? Consider leaving an afternoon free for Koko’s instead of filling every day with excursions. For a more active combination, plan a separate snorkeling stop at Tugboat in the Caracasbaai area before settling down for lunch.
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Koko’s belongs to the modern beach scene of Jan Thiel. The surrounding area has an older history: the former Jan Thiel estate once extended to the coast. According to Landhuis Jan Thiel, a family bathing place was established there in the 1920s. This describes the area’s past, not the founding of Koko’s.
We would choose Koko’s for an afternoon that needs very little organising. Its appeal is the combination of somewhere to stretch out and somewhere to enjoy lunch, without moving to another part of the island. Give yourself time to stay. It makes more sense as a leisurely part of your day than as a quick stop on a packed beach itinerary.
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Koko’s is at Jan Thiel Beach, southeast of Willemstad. It sits towards one end of the beach area, away from some of its busiest central spots.
No. Koko’s is at Jan Thiel, while Kokomo Beach is at Vaersenbaai, west of Willemstad. Check the name carefully when arranging transport or entering your destination.
Koko’s welcomes walk-in visitors. This makes a spontaneous visit possible, although it does not guarantee that your preferred table or beach bed will be available.
Treat admission to Jan Thiel Beach and beach-bed rental as separate costs. Food and drinks are additional. Access arrangements can differ for guests of nearby accommodation.
Yes. Koko’s also operates as a restaurant and beach bar, so a visit does not have to mean spending the whole day on a beach bed.
The focus is casual food with international street-food influences. Drinks include smoothies, juices and cocktails. Use the current menu for individual dishes and dietary options.
Yes, you can swim at Jan Thiel Beach. Choose a suitable entry point rather than assuming the entire shoreline has a smooth, sandy bottom. Watch for rocks and changes in depth.
Its position makes it a good option to consider for a more relaxed part of Jan Thiel. It is still within a popular beach area, so the atmosphere and level of activity vary.
The Caracasbaai area works well for a separate outing before or after Koko’s. Consider Tugboat for snorkeling or Fort Beekenburg for a stop focused on the island’s history. Allow time for transport between locations.
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