18 July 2006 | By Julie Register, Discover Spa's
Spas in Curacao The Spa Register© A US & Global, Day & Stay Spa Directory at Discover Spas
 

Name
Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa and Casino
 

Spa Address
Langestraat 8 Willemstad,
Curacao Netherlands Antilles

Type
Resort Spa

Description
A brief 15-minute ride from the airport,
Hotel Kura Hulanda is nestled above the
St. Anna Bay in central Willemstad
(the capital city of Curacao) near the Queen
Emma Bridge. Among the 65 buildings that comprise Hotel Kura Hulanda are the Museum Kura Hulanda's largest exhibit -- a superb collection of 18th and 19th century architecture. This Dutch Colonial historic district is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Treatments & Programs
Massages (Relaxation Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Back & Neck Massage, Sport Massage, Reflexology, Chi-Pressure Body Massage, Aroma Therapy, Couples Massage), Holistic Massage Specialties (Thai Body Massage, 4-hands Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Emotional Balancing Massage & Music integration, Chakra Balancing Massage, Water-Chi Massage, Seated Chair Massage, Tropical Outside Massage), Facials (Mini Facial, Gentleman’s Total Care, After Sun Soothing Care, Refreshing Eye Contour Facial, Vitamin Sea and C Total Care, Special Enzymatic Peeling), Facial Specialty Treatments (Thermal Mask Treatment, Peel-off Mask Treatment, Restructuring Face Treatment, Anti-aging Collagen Treatment, Thalasso Face Treatment), Body Treatments (Bust Firming Treatment, Salt Glow Treatment, Sunburn Relief Body Wrap, Cleopatra Body Scrub and Glow, Hydro-Therapy, Purifying Treatment, Aroma Beauty Wrap with Essential Oils, Reshaping Algae Body Mask, Relaxing with Para-Fango), In room Body Treatment (Balneotherapy with Aromatherapy and Algae), Kids & Teen Spa Services (Well-being Massage, Teen Facial, Teen Exotic Beauty Body Treatment, Petite-Toe, Princess-Cure), Nail Care (Manicure, Spa Manicure, Traditional Pedicure, Spa Pedicure, Gel Nails, Nail Polish), Hair Removal, Kura Hulanda Spa Packages (Bridal Day Spa, Qi Relaxation Day Spa, Birthday, Bachelor or Celebration Spa Package, Revitalizing Dream, Slimming and Firming Program, Absolute Spa Ritual).

Romantic Treatments & Programs
Couples Massage 60 or 90 min. - A simultaneous, side-by-side therapeutic relaxing massage for two (one therapist for each person) intended to enhance communication and romance for couples. This romantic, relaxing and private experience with your loved one can be enjoyed as a hot stone, deep tissue, chi-pressure or an aromatherapy massage for an additional charge per person.

Spa Facilities
There are six treatment rooms, plus the option for outdoor massages along with a sauna and steam room. The treatment rooms are located around a central fitness facility which offers the latest cardiovascular equipment with "cardio theater" (individual TV’s at each machine) and a fully equipped weight room. Guests of the spa will also enjoy an outdoor space consisting of a whirlpool, lounge and yoga/aerobics palapa, offering the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors, soaking up the sun while relaxing after a decompressing spa treatment. Additionally, there are future plans to build a health food bar offering smoothies and spa cuisine.

Other Facilities
Meticulously restored 18th and 19th century Dutch Colonial Caribbean buildings around several glorious courtyards (Kura Hulanda is Papiamento --Curacao's native tongue -- for Dutch courtyard) comprise the village of Hotel Kura Hulanda. 80 outstanding guestrooms marry historic luxury with 21st century necessities. Furnishings are extraordinarily unique hand-carved mahogany and teak, antiques and superb replicas and hand-woven linens from India. Delicately woven mosquito netting drapes four-poster beds providing comfort and romance. Each room features one-of-a-kind hand-painted walls by local artisans. There are Restaurants, Bars & Catering, Meeting Rooms & a Business Center, Complimentary scheduled transportation to and from the beach club, Preferential treatment and transportation to the nearby 18-hole par 72 Rocky Roquemore Golf Course, two outstanding swimming pools -The Eco Pond Pool is a grotto surround by natural rock formations fed by a waterfall amidst lush tropical foliage and The Bolívar Pool.

WILLEMSTAD, Curacao – July 2006 – Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa and Casino, an eight block complex which has been developed into a thriving, historical, state of the art tourism facility – can now add a modern day, sophisticated spa to its list of amenities. Already consisting of an 80 room hotel with multiple pools and gardens, the largest museum of slavery artifacts in the Caribbean, three dining options including the award winning Astrolab, boutiques and retail shops,
the Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa and Casino has now announced the opening of their new spa facility – an oasis within what is already a private and luxurious retreat.

Doors officially opened June 2006 and the spa is now in full operation, welcoming guests. The spa is an elegant facility, with a serene environment allowing patrons to completely relax and unwind to enjoy any of a number of specialty treatments and packages. There are six treatment rooms, plus the option for outdoor massages along with a sauna and steam room. The treatment rooms are located around a central fitness facility which offers the latest cardiovascular equipment with "cardio theater" (individual TV's at each machine) and a fully equipped weight room.

Guests of the spa will also enjoy an outdoor space consisting of a whirlpool, lounge and yoga/aerobics palapa, offering the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors, soaking up the sun while relaxing after a decompressing spa treatment. Additionally, there are future plans to build a health food bar offering smoothies and spa cuisine.

Spa offerings include eight different massage options, another eight choices of holistic massage specialties, 11 facial options, including five 90-minute specialty treatments, nine full body treatment choices, plus nail care and hair removal selections.

Kura Hulanda's spa treatments not only help relax and de-stress, but also have health and cosmetic benefits. For example, the Water-Chi Massage is an acu-pressure meridian massage in the water that helps with severe tension and stress, as well as eases pain, back soreness and joint problems, rheum and arthritis (45 minutes). The Aromatherapy and Eye Contour Facial is a 60-minute treatment to combat the aging process of the eye area and the premature appearance of dark shadows due to tiredness and stress. An in house blend of essential oils and specialized eastern massage movements help to stimulate and oxygenate the skin, while bringing the body and mind into balance. Or, visitors may opt for the full body Reshaping Algae Body Mask, designed with active ingredients to tone and re-mineralize the skin against water retention and circulatory problems. Gentleman's Total Care facial, Couples Massage and Sunburn Relief Body Wrap are just a few of the other menu choices.

Spa packages are also available, including a 410 minute Bridal Day Spa, which is a full day of pampering including a 4-hands Massage, Detoxifying Body Scrub, Thermal Algae Body Mask, Mini Facial with a Thermal Mask and finally a Spa Pedicure and Manicure.

Perhaps one of the most unique elements of the Kura Hulanda Spa is their Kids & Teen Spa services, a growing trend in spa operations. These 15-30 minute treatments allow mom's little princess to join her at the spa and experience a “grown-up” day. Options include a 30-minute Well-Being Massage, a Teen Facial, Petite-Toe (pedicure) and the Princess-cure, a manicure for little hands including a princess massage treatment and nail polish application. These spa services are available for kids and teens younger than 15 years old.

The spa is open Monday through Saturday, from 9 am to 6 pm. A full spa menu and treatment details can be viewed online at www.kurahulanda.com/pdf/gymspa.pdf . For additional information or to make spa reservations, call (599 9) 434.7711, 877.264.3106 or email hotel@kurahulanda.com

Go to the website of www.kurahulanda.com