Following extensive 2016 renovations, this upscale Hilton (formerly a Radisson) stands as an icon of modernist architecture with chic surroundings on Aruba’s popular Palm Beach. Its 357 rooms are spacious, comfortable, and handsomely appointed, with furnished balconies or patios and a choice of views. Highlights include two lovely big pools, immaculate tropical garden grounds (complete with caged Macaws), a top-notch spa and fitness center, and beachfront dining, although kid-focused activities are surprisingly lacking. The Hilton is a popular hub for couples and families seeking an elegant backdrop to their Aruba vacation. A major plus is the prime location -- right on popular Palm Beach -- perfectly calm for swimming and floating; with plenty of restaurants, bars, and nightlife within walking distance. Travelers seeking an upmarket vibe for adults only could try Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort.
Following extensive 2016 renovations, this upscale Hilton (formerly a Radisson) stands as an icon of modernist architecture with chic surroundings on Aruba’s popular Palm Beach. Its 357 rooms are spacious, comfortable, and handsomely appointed, with furnished balconies or patios and a choice of views. Highlights include two lovely big pools, immaculate tropical garden grounds (complete with caged Macaws), a top-notch spa and fitness center, and beachfront dining, although kid-focused activities are surprisingly lacking. The Hilton is a popular hub for couples and families seeking an elegant backdrop to their Aruba vacation. A major plus is the prime location -- right on popular Palm Beach -- perfectly calm for swimming and floating; with plenty of restaurants, bars, and nightlife within walking distance. Travelers seeking an upmarket vibe for adults only could try Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort.
The Barcelo Aruba is an upper-middle-range all-inclusive resort located on busy and beautiful Palm Beach. The hotel’s 373 rooms have an ocean-inspired color palette, and offer minibars as well as narrow balconies or terraces -- and some have ocean views. The decor could use a refresh in some areas, but on the plus side, the hotel features a gorgeous beach, full casino, lovely pool complex, and all-inclusive access at over a dozen restaurants and bars. Note that reservations are required for dinner (except at the buffet). Expect to pay extra for Wi-Fi in the rooms. Many more dining and entertainment options can also be found in the surrounding High-Rise Hotel district. For travelers who aren't interested in all-inclusive options, check rates at the nearby Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino.
The Barcelo Aruba is an upper-middle-range all-inclusive resort located on busy and beautiful Palm Beach. The hotel’s 373 rooms have an ocean-inspired color palette, and offer minibars as well as narrow balconies or terraces -- and some have ocean views. The decor could use a refresh in some areas, but on the plus side, the hotel features a gorgeous beach, full casino, lovely pool complex, and all-inclusive access at over a dozen restaurants and bars. Note that reservations are required for dinner (except at the buffet). Expect to pay extra for Wi-Fi in the rooms. Many more dining and entertainment options can also be found in the surrounding High-Rise Hotel district. For travelers who aren't interested in all-inclusive options, check rates at the nearby Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino.
The chic design and modern amenities at three-pearl Bubali Bliss Studios put it a sharp step above the many dated mid-range properties in this corner of Aruba. This cheerful hotel offers just 10 impeccably clean and funky apartment-style rooms with full kitchens and flat-screen TVs, plus some with spacious patios. Their proximity to the Super Food Plaza is both a pro and a con: the convenience to the grocery is great for independent travelers, but some might balk at the unsightly parking lot views and the precarious (if brief) walk to Eagle Beach. For those who want to avoid the full-service high-rise hotel scene but not skimp on style, Bubali Bliss Studios is better than neighboring Sasaki Apartments, though rates there may be a bit cheaper.
The chic design and modern amenities at three-pearl Bubali Bliss Studios put it a sharp step above the many dated mid-range properties in this corner of Aruba. This cheerful hotel offers just 10 impeccably clean and funky apartment-style rooms with full kitchens and flat-screen TVs, plus some with spacious patios. Their proximity to the Super Food Plaza is both a pro and a con: the convenience to the grocery is great for independent travelers, but some might balk at the unsightly parking lot views and the precarious (if brief) walk to Eagle Beach. For those who want to avoid the full-service high-rise hotel scene but not skimp on style, Bubali Bliss Studios is better than neighboring Sasaki Apartments, though rates there may be a bit cheaper.
With six apartments ranging from Studio to Two-Bedroom layouts, Arubu Cunucu Residence is a reliable three-pearl option, with a calm vibe that bustling resort areas lack. It's located in a slightly isolated residential area, but beaches, restaurants, and nightlife are all within a five-minute drive. Apartments are very dated, but they’re clean, comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped with full kitchens, flat-screen TVs, homey furniture, and practical touches like beach chairs and coolers. The property's highlight feature is its pleasant and sizable infinity pool. Cunucu’s simplicity is reflected in its affordable price, and the ability to self-cater is a big plus, as dining out in Aruba isn't cheap. Scene-seekers should stay elsewhere, and travelers looking for a stay with more on-site amenities that's closer to the beach can try Tropicana Aruba Resort.
With six apartments ranging from Studio to Two-Bedroom layouts, Arubu Cunucu Residence is a reliable three-pearl option, with a calm vibe that bustling resort areas lack. It's located in a slightly isolated residential area, but beaches, restaurants, and nightlife are all within a five-minute drive. Apartments are very dated, but they’re clean, comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped with full kitchens, flat-screen TVs, homey furniture, and practical touches like beach chairs and coolers. The property's highlight feature is its pleasant and sizable infinity pool. Cunucu’s simplicity is reflected in its affordable price, and the ability to self-cater is a big plus, as dining out in Aruba isn't cheap. Scene-seekers should stay elsewhere, and travelers looking for a stay with more on-site amenities that's closer to the beach can try Tropicana Aruba Resort.
The four-pearl Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort is the Divi group’s only tower property, just 11 minutes from the capital of Oranjestad. It's located on Palm Beach, and guests will have easy access to the High-Rise District's restaurants, casinos, and nightlife. The 240 stylish suites come in a range of sizes (studio, one, two, or three-bedroom), and have fully-equipped kitchens, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and balconies with ocean views. The newer Beach Tower offers upgraded amenities such as stainless steel appliances and washer/dryer combos. The numerous features -- including a large outdoor pool, two popular beachside restaurants, tennis courts, a modern fitness center, and impressive spa -- make this resort feel much bigger than it actually is. Travelers who aren’t into tower hotels could try Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort.
The four-pearl Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort is the Divi group’s only tower property, just 11 minutes from the capital of Oranjestad. It's located on Palm Beach, and guests will have easy access to the High-Rise District's restaurants, casinos, and nightlife. The 240 stylish suites come in a range of sizes (studio, one, two, or three-bedroom), and have fully-equipped kitchens, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and balconies with ocean views. The newer Beach Tower offers upgraded amenities such as stainless steel appliances and washer/dryer combos. The numerous features -- including a large outdoor pool, two popular beachside restaurants, tennis courts, a modern fitness center, and impressive spa -- make this resort feel much bigger than it actually is. Travelers who aren’t into tower hotels could try Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort.
The Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino is an upscale hotel located on calm and picturesque Palm Beach. The 411 guest rooms are some of the most contemporary and nicely maintained in High-Rise Hotel District, one of Aruba’s main dining and entertainment centers. And yet, there are enough features to keep guests on the property for an entire vacation. There's a full-service Starbucks in the lobby, several restaurant options, a large casino, luxe spa, and two outdoor pools -- including a swim-up bar. Guests are definitely in vacation mode, but the ambience is pleasantly low key. For an all-inclusive alternative, the Barcelo Aruba on Eagle Beach has several excellent free restaurants and more of a party vibe.
The Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino is an upscale hotel located on calm and picturesque Palm Beach. The 411 guest rooms are some of the most contemporary and nicely maintained in High-Rise Hotel District, one of Aruba’s main dining and entertainment centers. And yet, there are enough features to keep guests on the property for an entire vacation. There's a full-service Starbucks in the lobby, several restaurant options, a large casino, luxe spa, and two outdoor pools -- including a swim-up bar. Guests are definitely in vacation mode, but the ambience is pleasantly low key. For an all-inclusive alternative, the Barcelo Aruba on Eagle Beach has several excellent free restaurants and more of a party vibe.
Playa Linda Beach Resort is a 214-room upper-middle-range time-share property located directly on gorgeous Palm Beach. Most of the clean rooms have an apartment-style design with full kitchenettes, separate living rooms, and private outdoor space, making it well-suited for longer stays. Plus, the resort’s two-bedroom units, waterfall family pool, and kids' club are big draws for anyone traveling with the kids in tow. There is also a hot tub, an Asian-themed spa, and plenty of places to grab a drink on-site, as well as a plethora of restaurants, shops, and entertainment located in the hotel's plaza and along the buzzing main drag out front. However, some guests might miss an all-inclusive option. For something with all-inclusive rates on the beach, check out the Barcelo Aruba.
Playa Linda Beach Resort is a 214-room upper-middle-range time-share property located directly on gorgeous Palm Beach. Most of the clean rooms have an apartment-style design with full kitchenettes, separate living rooms, and private outdoor space, making it well-suited for longer stays. Plus, the resort’s two-bedroom units, waterfall family pool, and kids' club are big draws for anyone traveling with the kids in tow. There is also a hot tub, an Asian-themed spa, and plenty of places to grab a drink on-site, as well as a plethora of restaurants, shops, and entertainment located in the hotel's plaza and along the buzzing main drag out front. However, some guests might miss an all-inclusive option. For something with all-inclusive rates on the beach, check out the Barcelo Aruba.
Beach House Aruba is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel located directly across from Hadicurari Beach. The hotel’s eight rooms, apartments, and suites are homey and cheerful, with most offering lovely open-air kitchens or kitchenettes. Features are limited to a small but appealing pool and free Wi-Fi -- there's no restaurant or breakfast service. Set within an appealing garden, the hotel feels like a secluded retreat, yet the bustling High Rise district is a 10-minute walk away. Travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Carinas Studio Apartments, though this property lacks a pool.
Beach House Aruba is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel located directly across from Hadicurari Beach. The hotel’s eight rooms, apartments, and suites are homey and cheerful, with most offering lovely open-air kitchens or kitchenettes. Features are limited to a small but appealing pool and free Wi-Fi -- there's no restaurant or breakfast service. Set within an appealing garden, the hotel feels like a secluded retreat, yet the bustling High Rise district is a 10-minute walk away. Travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Carinas Studio Apartments, though this property lacks a pool.
Located on the northern edge of J.E. Irausquin Boulevard's Low Rise hotel zone, the 449-room La Cabana Beach Resort and Casino is across from Eagle Beach and walking distance to restaurants, shops, and bars. This upper-middle-range time-share resort packs in a lot of features from a casino, to a spa, to a large health club, and even a little chapel. Rooms are spacious with impressively equipped kitchens featuring garbage disposals and dishwashers -- plus private outdoor space. It's a social spot, so if you're looking for a romantic vacation, you might want to check next door at the Amsterdam Manor.
Located on the northern edge of J.E. Irausquin Boulevard's Low Rise hotel zone, the 449-room La Cabana Beach Resort and Casino is across from Eagle Beach and walking distance to restaurants, shops, and bars. This upper-middle-range time-share resort packs in a lot of features from a casino, to a spa, to a large health club, and even a little chapel. Rooms are spacious with impressively equipped kitchens featuring garbage disposals and dishwashers -- plus private outdoor space. It's a social spot, so if you're looking for a romantic vacation, you might want to check next door at the Amsterdam Manor.
For those in search of an intimate boutique experience on Aruba, the Boardwalk Hotel is an excellent three-and-a-half-pearl choice. This peaceful 14-room property, tucked behind three massive Marriott properties and situated on a former coconut plantation, remains an oasis of calm. The bright, spacious casitas have full kitchens or kitchenettes, bright beach-chic decor, and semi-private patios. Snorkeling equipment is free to use, as are palapa-shaded lounge chairs, and it's just a five-minute walk to Palm Beach (full of bustling restaurants, casinos and nightlife). There's also a "hidden" beach nearby that's recommended by the owners -- they know the local scoop. While the hotel does have a small pool, there is no restaurant. Those who'd prefer a boutique stay right on the beach should check out the Surfside Marina Hotel as an alternative.
For those in search of an intimate boutique experience on Aruba, the Boardwalk Hotel is an excellent three-and-a-half-pearl choice. This peaceful 14-room property, tucked behind three massive Marriott properties and situated on a former coconut plantation, remains an oasis of calm. The bright, spacious casitas have full kitchens or kitchenettes, bright beach-chic decor, and semi-private patios. Snorkeling equipment is free to use, as are palapa-shaded lounge chairs, and it's just a five-minute walk to Palm Beach (full of bustling restaurants, casinos and nightlife). There's also a "hidden" beach nearby that's recommended by the owners -- they know the local scoop. While the hotel does have a small pool, there is no restaurant. Those who'd prefer a boutique stay right on the beach should check out the Surfside Marina Hotel as an alternative.