Bottom Time at Diver’s Paradise Bonaire
Private, Locked Gear Closet • Rinse Tank • Fully Air-Conditioned • Street Level • Walk to Water Access • Peaceful Residential Zone • Free Community Washing Machines • Outdoor Pavilion w/ Grill
Our apartment is one of only two apartments for rent in the beloved former Diver’s Paradise Bonaire Resort. This peaceful enclave is now home to a small number of individually owned vacation apartments. Our unit offers a rare combination of privacy, convenience, and original dive resort infrastructure—a combination that’s increasingly hard to find due to Bonaire’s restrictions on short-term rentals in residential zones. Fortunately, this property was grandfathered in, allowing us to continue welcoming guests while honoring the intent of local regulations.
As part of our commitment to sustainable tourism and mindful hosting, we’re dedicated to preserving the quiet, respectful character of the Hato residential neighborhood. We believe in travel that supports—not overwhelms—local communities. That means minimizing disruption and noise, limiting traffic, maintaining a low-impact footprint, and fostering a peaceful environment for both residents and guests.
We especially encourage longer stays, which help support this mission. Extended visits mean fewer turnovers, less transportation strain, and deeper engagement with the island’s rhythm and culture. Longer stays also reduce the overall environmental impact per guest, while contributing to a more thoughtful, connection-based travel model—the kind that Bonaire is known for and working to protect.
To support this goal, we offer a 10% discount for stays of 8 nights or more. It’s our way of thanking guests who travel with intention and want to experience the island at a more relaxed, immersive pace.
By choosing to stay here, you’re supporting a model of tourism that prioritizes community preservation, environmental responsibility, and cultural respect. We welcome guests who value quiet, comfort, and authenticity—and who want to experience Bonaire in a way that truly reflects its long-term values.
Designed With Divers in Mind
Once part of a top-rated diver’s resort, our property still has the infrastructure you’re looking for:
• Private, locked gear closet at the unit
• On-site rinse tank
• Close to Bari Reef and other renowned northern dive sites
• Just minutes from Yellow Submarine, Dive Friends Bonaire, and shore dive access
• Easy parking directly in front of the unit for loading tanks and gear
• Ground-level access for hassle-free unloading
• Personal touches like snorkel gear, drying hooks, and custom guest guide to the island’s top
shore entries
Whether you're logging your 100th dive or snorkeling for the first time, this location provides the perfect launching pad. And if you're traveling with divers but prefer to stay dry, you're just steps from the sea for sunrise walks, close to food trucks, cafés, and island culture, and perfectly situated for exploring Bonaire's natural beauty by land. There's plenty to enjoy—above and below the surface.
Why Guests Keep Coming Back to Divers Paradise Bonaire
This is a diver’s legacy location, reborn for the modern traveler — and the perfect home base for your next Bonaire escape.
Whether you’re visiting for underwater adventure or dry-land discovery, Bottom Time at Diver’s Paradise offers something special: a quiet, comfortable, fully equipped space with resort-style perks in a location that’s no longer replicable under Bonaire’s current rental laws.
APARTMENT FEATURES
Sleeping Accommodations
• Sleeps 5: Rates are for 2 people, regardless of age. Each additional guest is
$25/person/night
• King bed (2 XL twins that can be separated)
• Twin daybed in alcove
• Queen sleeper sofa in living room
Fully Stocked Kitchen
• Full-size refrigerator
• Gas stove/oven
• Microwave
• Blender
• Coffee maker
• Pots, pans, utensils, and service for 5
• Basic spices
• Dining table and desk for overflow
Comfort & Convenience
• Full AC
• High-speed Wi-Fi
• Google TV with streaming
• Printer & workspace available
• Coin-operated laundry on site
• Community BBQ grill just steps away
• Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash included
For the Whole Group — Divers and Non-Divers Alike
• Families with kids — safe, quiet setting away from high-traffic tourist zones
• Land-lovers — walk to food trucks, watch sunsets from the seawall, or hike in
nearby Washington Slagbaai
• Local explorers — close to downtown Kralendijk for boutique shopping, dining,
and cultural sights
• Kayakers and paddleboarders — easy water access without big resort bustle
• Photographers & birders — you're near salt flats, mangroves, and Bonaire's natural
sanctuaries
You’re just:
• Short drive to downtown Kralendijk
• Walking distance to restaurants, grocery stores, and bakeries
• 5 min walk North or South to water access
• Far from cruise ship crowds and noisy nightlife
• Close to many of the island’s best northern dive and snorkel sites
We’re happy to offer:
• Flexible check-in/check-out when possible
• Personal grocery pre-stocking by request
• Dog-friendly stays with approval (see PET POLICY below)
• Insider tips for dive shops, eco tours, private charters, and kid-friendly activities
A Few Notes
• No smoking or vaping allowed in the unit or on the terrace (see House Rules)
• Minimum guest age to book: 22
• A quiet residential setting means we ask guests to be respectful of neighbors and
community rules
PET POLICY
We welcome (1) well-trained dog with prior approval.
• Dog Guest Fee: $40/night
• Guests are expected to clean up after their dogs both inside and on communal
HOA property.
• Dogs must be kept on leash while on HOA property.
• Keep dogs out of the garden areas located in front of all ground-floor units.
Additional charges may be incurred for:
• Excessive pet-related cleaning
• Reported barking disturbances
• Damage to furniture, property, or HOA common areas
• HOA fines for pet-related issues will be passed along to the guest
Undisclosed Pets
• An on-site property manager will be enforcing the pet policy.
• If you are found to have an undisclosed pet with you, there will be a $140/night
penalty
• There will be immediate reporting to Vrbo for violation of guest policies +
possible eviction without refund
Sorry, no cats.
Please be respectful:
We want to keep this rare amenity available for future guests. Only request to bring your dog if they are well-trained, quiet, and clean. Thank you for helping us protect this privilege for yourself and others!
