Finding the Right Resort in Aruba

A family vacation to an exotic location like Aruba can be a once in a lifetime experience for you and your family. In order to make your stay just perfect, you need to choose the resort that will best meet your every need and cater to your desires.

In an effort to help make your selection easier, we have compiled a list of some of the more popular resorts in Aruba, along with information about their amenities, services and other useful facts that will help you to make an informed decision that will no doubt help you pick the perfect resort for your perfect vacation.

Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 85, Palm Beach

* Amenities
Over 360 recently renovated rooms with either ocean, pool or garden views
32” LCD Televisions in every room
iHome Stereo
Bathrooms feature Portico products

* Services
Concierge Service
Full Service Spa and Fitness Center
Shops and Market with Car Rental
WIFI service
Babysitting

* Dining & Entertainment
Six Restaurants
Private Beachfront dining
Live entertainment
Casino & Lounge

Aruban Resort and Casino at Eagle Beach
J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 248, Oranjestad

* Amenities
2 swimming pools w/ swim up bar
kiddie pool
Waterslide and 2 whirlpools
Barebecue Grills

* Services
WIFI
Daily activities
Doughnut & Ice Cream Shop
Gift Shop
Water Sports & Tour Desk

* Dining & Entertainment
Restaurant
Lounge
Casino
5 jogging trails

Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino Aruba
L.G. Smith Boulevard #101, Palm Beach

* Amenities
luxury bedding with down & feather pillows
in room wet bar
Cable television
100 sq ft private balconies
pool & whirlpool

* Services
Concierge Service
High Speed Internet in rooms and lobby
Fitness Center

* Dining & Entertainment
6 restaurants and bars including Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
2 miles from golf

Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa
J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 81, Palm Beach

* Amenities
4 post Mahogany Beds
Italian Marble bathrooms
In room wet bar
Pool
Suites
Beach Access

* Services
24 hour room service
High-Speed Internet
Larimar Spa
Fitness Center

* Dining & Entertainment
Starlit-themed Casino
2 restaurants
2 lounges
Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort in Aruba
J E Irausquin Boulevard #230, Pam Beach

* Amenities
Balcony or Patio for every room
In Room Coffee Maker
Pool
2 Jacuzzis

* Services
High Speed Internet
Same Day Dry Cleaning
On-site laundry facilities
Shops
Beauty Salon
Health & Fitness Center
Intermezzo Day Spa

* Dining & Entertainment
Excelsior Casino
A wide variety of pools and bars, both indoors and out
supervised children's activities

One final note, your vacation is your responsibility. The information contained here is meant to be a guide to assist you in making an informed decision, but while the information was taken directly from each company's own documentation, ultimately it is only the resorts themselves who can verify their validity. Please contact the resort you are interested in to make sure that they have the amenities you want before you travel.

Have a great time in Aruba!

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