Cheap comfortable accomodations for 1 person in Bonaire?

On Jan 31, 1:32*pm, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
> On 2008-01-31, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>
> > Hi, Just wondering what people recommend for staying in Bonaire. I
> > want to be relatively close to water so that I can snorkel, perhaps
> > take an introductory lesson in scuba (I have never done it). Ideally
> > meals should be included, air-conditioned bedroom.
> > All-inclusive in otherwords.
>
> > 1/137
>
> I found a list at:http://www.infobonaire.com/one_stop_...ort_quotes.php
>
> Does anyone have a strong opinion good or bad that meets my criteria
> above? :

While one of the larger resorts might have all-inclusive options,
Bonaire seems to cater more to the do-it-yourselfer who may cook some
or all meals in the prevalent condo accomodations that have kitchens,
or at least have a vehicle available to drive into town and eat at a
restaurant. That said, quite a few places on your list have onsite
restaurant(s) serving three meals a day so you don't have to leave the
resort at all.

I've stayed at three on your list, Buddy, Capt. Don's, and Den Laman.
Den Laman (and next-door Sand Dollar) are condos with full kitchens.
Buddy and Capt. Dons both offer condo or hotel room options. Each has
an on-site dive shop that could provide scuba instruction, inclusive
breakfast (optional at Den Laman), and onsite restaurant for a la
carte lunches and dinners.

> Oceanfront Hotel & Apartments
> Blachi Koko Apartments
> Bonaire Oceanfront Apartments
> Bonaire Sunshine Homes
> Buddy Dive Resort
> Captain Don's Habitat Dive Resort
> Carib Inn
> Caribbean Club Bonaire
> Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations
> Coco Palm Garden/Casa Oleander
> Den Laman Condominiums
> Divers Paradise Apartments
> Eden Beach Resort
> Golden Reef Inn
> KonTiki Beach Club
> Lagoen Hill
> Lighthouse Beach #12
> Ocean View Villas
> Plaza Resort Bonaire
> RE/MAX Paradise Homes
> Roomer Hotel Restaurant
> Sand Dollar Condominium Resort
> Sonrisa Rooms & Apartments
> Sun Rentals
> Sunbelt Realty

On 2008-01-31, Greg Mossman <mossman@qnet.com> wrote:
> On Jan 31, 1:32*pm, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>> On 2008-01-31, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>>
>> > Hi, Just wondering what people recommend for staying in Bonaire. I
>> > want to be relatively close to water so that I can snorkel, perhaps
>> > take an introductory lesson in scuba (I have never done it). Ideally
>> > meals should be included, air-conditioned bedroom.
>> > All-inclusive in otherwords.
>>
>> > 1/137
>>
>> I found a list at:http://www.infobonaire.com/one_stop_...ort_quotes.php
>>
>> Does anyone have a strong opinion good or bad that meets my criteria
>> above? :
>
> While one of the larger resorts might have all-inclusive options,
> Bonaire seems to cater more to the do-it-yourselfer who may cook some
> or all meals in the prevalent condo accomodations that have kitchens,
> or at least have a vehicle available to drive into town and eat at a
> restaurant. That said, quite a few places on your list have onsite
> restaurant(s) serving three meals a day so you don't have to leave the
> resort at all.


I have to admit Bonaire has more and more appeal
in that it does not seem to be too touristy. I guess this explains the
few options with respect to all-inclusives. I think being able to have
full cooking facilities has it's appeal. I would like to have that
option. Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting
flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.



>
> I've stayed at three on your list, Buddy, Capt. Don's, and Den Laman.
> Den Laman (and next-door Sand Dollar) are condos with full kitchens.
> Buddy and Capt. Dons both offer condo or hotel room options. Each has
> an on-site dive shop that could provide scuba instruction, inclusive
> breakfast (optional at Den Laman), and onsite restaurant for a la
> carte lunches and dinners.


Thanks Greg for the specific advice.


1/137


>
>> Oceanfront Hotel & Apartments
>> Blachi Koko Apartments
>> Bonaire Oceanfront Apartments
>> Bonaire Sunshine Homes
>> Buddy Dive Resort
>> Captain Don's Habitat Dive Resort
>> Carib Inn
>> Caribbean Club Bonaire
>> Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations
>> Coco Palm Garden/Casa Oleander
>> Den Laman Condominiums
>> Divers Paradise Apartments
>> Eden Beach Resort
>> Golden Reef Inn
>> KonTiki Beach Club
>> Lagoen Hill
>> Lighthouse Beach #12
>> Ocean View Villas
>> Plaza Resort Bonaire
>> RE/MAX Paradise Homes
>> Roomer Hotel Restaurant
>> Sand Dollar Condominium Resort
>> Sonrisa Rooms & Apartments
>> Sun Rentals
>> Sunbelt Realty
>

On 2008-01-31, Greg Mossman <mossman@qnet.com> wrote:
> On Jan 31, 1:32*pm, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>> On 2008-01-31, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>>
>> > Hi, Just wondering what people recommend for staying in Bonaire. I
>> > want to be relatively close to water so that I can snorkel, perhaps
>> > take an introductory lesson in scuba (I have never done it). Ideally
>> > meals should be included, air-conditioned bedroom.
>> > All-inclusive in otherwords.
>>
>> > 1/137
>>
>> I found a list at:http://www.infobonaire.com/one_stop_...ort_quotes.php
>>
>> Does anyone have a strong opinion good or bad that meets my criteria
>> above? :
>
> While one of the larger resorts might have all-inclusive options,
> Bonaire seems to cater more to the do-it-yourselfer who may cook some
> or all meals in the prevalent condo accomodations that have kitchens,
> or at least have a vehicle available to drive into town and eat at a
> restaurant. That said, quite a few places on your list have onsite
> restaurant(s) serving three meals a day so you don't have to leave the
> resort at all.


I have to admit Bonaire has more and more appeal
in that it does not seem to be too touristy. I guess this explains the
few options with respect to all-inclusives. I think being able to have
full cooking facilities has it's appeal. I would like to have that
option. Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting
flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.



>
> I've stayed at three on your list, Buddy, Capt. Don's, and Den Laman.
> Den Laman (and next-door Sand Dollar) are condos with full kitchens.
> Buddy and Capt. Dons both offer condo or hotel room options. Each has
> an on-site dive shop that could provide scuba instruction, inclusive
> breakfast (optional at Den Laman), and onsite restaurant for a la
> carte lunches and dinners.


Thanks Greg for the specific advice.


1/137


>
>> Oceanfront Hotel & Apartments
>> Blachi Koko Apartments
>> Bonaire Oceanfront Apartments
>> Bonaire Sunshine Homes
>> Buddy Dive Resort
>> Captain Don's Habitat Dive Resort
>> Carib Inn
>> Caribbean Club Bonaire
>> Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations
>> Coco Palm Garden/Casa Oleander
>> Den Laman Condominiums
>> Divers Paradise Apartments
>> Eden Beach Resort
>> Golden Reef Inn
>> KonTiki Beach Club
>> Lagoen Hill
>> Lighthouse Beach #12
>> Ocean View Villas
>> Plaza Resort Bonaire
>> RE/MAX Paradise Homes
>> Roomer Hotel Restaurant
>> Sand Dollar Condominium Resort
>> Sonrisa Rooms & Apartments
>> Sun Rentals
>> Sunbelt Realty
>

On 2008-01-31, Greg Mossman <mossman@qnet.com> wrote:
> On Jan 31, 1:32*pm, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>> On 2008-01-31, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>>
>> > Hi, Just wondering what people recommend for staying in Bonaire. I
>> > want to be relatively close to water so that I can snorkel, perhaps
>> > take an introductory lesson in scuba (I have never done it). Ideally
>> > meals should be included, air-conditioned bedroom.
>> > All-inclusive in otherwords.
>>
>> > 1/137
>>
>> I found a list at:http://www.infobonaire.com/one_stop_...ort_quotes.php
>>
>> Does anyone have a strong opinion good or bad that meets my criteria
>> above? :
>
> While one of the larger resorts might have all-inclusive options,
> Bonaire seems to cater more to the do-it-yourselfer who may cook some
> or all meals in the prevalent condo accomodations that have kitchens,
> or at least have a vehicle available to drive into town and eat at a
> restaurant. That said, quite a few places on your list have onsite
> restaurant(s) serving three meals a day so you don't have to leave the
> resort at all.


I have to admit Bonaire has more and more appeal
in that it does not seem to be too touristy. I guess this explains the
few options with respect to all-inclusives. I think being able to have
full cooking facilities has it's appeal. I would like to have that
option. Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting
flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.



>
> I've stayed at three on your list, Buddy, Capt. Don's, and Den Laman.
> Den Laman (and next-door Sand Dollar) are condos with full kitchens.
> Buddy and Capt. Dons both offer condo or hotel room options. Each has
> an on-site dive shop that could provide scuba instruction, inclusive
> breakfast (optional at Den Laman), and onsite restaurant for a la
> carte lunches and dinners.


Thanks Greg for the specific advice.


1/137


>
>> Oceanfront Hotel & Apartments
>> Blachi Koko Apartments
>> Bonaire Oceanfront Apartments
>> Bonaire Sunshine Homes
>> Buddy Dive Resort
>> Captain Don's Habitat Dive Resort
>> Carib Inn
>> Caribbean Club Bonaire
>> Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations
>> Coco Palm Garden/Casa Oleander
>> Den Laman Condominiums
>> Divers Paradise Apartments
>> Eden Beach Resort
>> Golden Reef Inn
>> KonTiki Beach Club
>> Lagoen Hill
>> Lighthouse Beach #12
>> Ocean View Villas
>> Plaza Resort Bonaire
>> RE/MAX Paradise Homes
>> Roomer Hotel Restaurant
>> Sand Dollar Condominium Resort
>> Sonrisa Rooms & Apartments
>> Sun Rentals
>> Sunbelt Realty
>

On 2008-01-31, Greg Mossman <mossman@qnet.com> wrote:
> On Jan 31, 1:32*pm, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>> On 2008-01-31, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>>
>> > Hi, Just wondering what people recommend for staying in Bonaire. I
>> > want to be relatively close to water so that I can snorkel, perhaps
>> > take an introductory lesson in scuba (I have never done it). Ideally
>> > meals should be included, air-conditioned bedroom.
>> > All-inclusive in otherwords.
>>
>> > 1/137
>>
>> I found a list at:http://www.infobonaire.com/one_stop_...ort_quotes.php
>>
>> Does anyone have a strong opinion good or bad that meets my criteria
>> above? :
>
> While one of the larger resorts might have all-inclusive options,
> Bonaire seems to cater more to the do-it-yourselfer who may cook some
> or all meals in the prevalent condo accomodations that have kitchens,
> or at least have a vehicle available to drive into town and eat at a
> restaurant. That said, quite a few places on your list have onsite
> restaurant(s) serving three meals a day so you don't have to leave the
> resort at all.


I have to admit Bonaire has more and more appeal
in that it does not seem to be too touristy. I guess this explains the
few options with respect to all-inclusives. I think being able to have
full cooking facilities has it's appeal. I would like to have that
option. Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting
flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.



>
> I've stayed at three on your list, Buddy, Capt. Don's, and Den Laman.
> Den Laman (and next-door Sand Dollar) are condos with full kitchens.
> Buddy and Capt. Dons both offer condo or hotel room options. Each has
> an on-site dive shop that could provide scuba instruction, inclusive
> breakfast (optional at Den Laman), and onsite restaurant for a la
> carte lunches and dinners.


Thanks Greg for the specific advice.


1/137


>
>> Oceanfront Hotel & Apartments
>> Blachi Koko Apartments
>> Bonaire Oceanfront Apartments
>> Bonaire Sunshine Homes
>> Buddy Dive Resort
>> Captain Don's Habitat Dive Resort
>> Carib Inn
>> Caribbean Club Bonaire
>> Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations
>> Coco Palm Garden/Casa Oleander
>> Den Laman Condominiums
>> Divers Paradise Apartments
>> Eden Beach Resort
>> Golden Reef Inn
>> KonTiki Beach Club
>> Lagoen Hill
>> Lighthouse Beach #12
>> Ocean View Villas
>> Plaza Resort Bonaire
>> RE/MAX Paradise Homes
>> Roomer Hotel Restaurant
>> Sand Dollar Condominium Resort
>> Sonrisa Rooms & Apartments
>> Sun Rentals
>> Sunbelt Realty
>

On 2008-01-31, Greg Mossman <mossman@qnet.com> wrote:
> On Jan 31, 1:32*pm, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>> On 2008-01-31, 1/137 <mathd...@nospam.com> wrote:
>>
>> > Hi, Just wondering what people recommend for staying in Bonaire. I
>> > want to be relatively close to water so that I can snorkel, perhaps
>> > take an introductory lesson in scuba (I have never done it). Ideally
>> > meals should be included, air-conditioned bedroom.
>> > All-inclusive in otherwords.
>>
>> > 1/137
>>
>> I found a list at:http://www.infobonaire.com/one_stop_...ort_quotes.php
>>
>> Does anyone have a strong opinion good or bad that meets my criteria
>> above? :
>
> While one of the larger resorts might have all-inclusive options,
> Bonaire seems to cater more to the do-it-yourselfer who may cook some
> or all meals in the prevalent condo accomodations that have kitchens,
> or at least have a vehicle available to drive into town and eat at a
> restaurant. That said, quite a few places on your list have onsite
> restaurant(s) serving three meals a day so you don't have to leave the
> resort at all.


I have to admit Bonaire has more and more appeal
in that it does not seem to be too touristy. I guess this explains the
few options with respect to all-inclusives. I think being able to have
full cooking facilities has it's appeal. I would like to have that
option. Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting
flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.



>
> I've stayed at three on your list, Buddy, Capt. Don's, and Den Laman.
> Den Laman (and next-door Sand Dollar) are condos with full kitchens.
> Buddy and Capt. Dons both offer condo or hotel room options. Each has
> an on-site dive shop that could provide scuba instruction, inclusive
> breakfast (optional at Den Laman), and onsite restaurant for a la
> carte lunches and dinners.


Thanks Greg for the specific advice.


1/137


>
>> Oceanfront Hotel & Apartments
>> Blachi Koko Apartments
>> Bonaire Oceanfront Apartments
>> Bonaire Sunshine Homes
>> Buddy Dive Resort
>> Captain Don's Habitat Dive Resort
>> Carib Inn
>> Caribbean Club Bonaire
>> Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations
>> Coco Palm Garden/Casa Oleander
>> Den Laman Condominiums
>> Divers Paradise Apartments
>> Eden Beach Resort
>> Golden Reef Inn
>> KonTiki Beach Club
>> Lagoen Hill
>> Lighthouse Beach #12
>> Ocean View Villas
>> Plaza Resort Bonaire
>> RE/MAX Paradise Homes
>> Roomer Hotel Restaurant
>> Sand Dollar Condominium Resort
>> Sonrisa Rooms & Apartments
>> Sun Rentals
>> Sunbelt Realty
>

1/137 wrote: Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting

> flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.

that's because it is a big gamblin den...

I recall the time of my last visit to Bon Aire...the plane first stopped at Aruba
(anothing gambling den although Curaçao is more "industrial").

1/137 wrote: Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting

> flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.

that's because it is a big gamblin den...

I recall the time of my last visit to Bon Aire...the plane first stopped at Aruba
(anothing gambling den although Curaçao is more "industrial").

1/137 wrote: Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting

> flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.

that's because it is a big gamblin den...

I recall the time of my last visit to Bon Aire...the plane first stopped at Aruba
(anothing gambling den although Curaçao is more "industrial").

1/137 wrote: Another thing I have notices it the difficulty of getting

> flight via tdtravelrewards. I looks like going via Curacao is necessary.

that's because it is a big gamblin den...

I recall the time of my last visit to Bon Aire...the plane first stopped at Aruba
(anothing gambling den although Curaçao is more "industrial").