LuxuryPalm Beach
The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Oceanfront luxury on the quieter north end of Palm Beach, with a spa, casino and some of the island’s best dining.
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Choosing between Aruba hotels comes down to one question: which beach do you want to wake up on? Rayner has lived on the island for more than 12 years, so these are the Aruba hotels he recommends to friends, grouped by style, with direct links to live prices on Expedia.
Best Aruba hotels on Palm Beach and Eagle Beach
FamilyPalm Beach
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino
A Palm Beach favorite for families: lush gardens, a big pool area and the beach right in front.
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Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Full-service beachfront resort with spacious rooms, a spa and the Stellaris Casino.
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The Westerly at Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort
The newest tower at the classic Hilton on Palm Beach, with upgraded rooms and full use of the resort’s gardens, pools and beach.
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Barceló Aruba
All-inclusive beachfront stay in the middle of Palm Beach, walking distance to shops and restaurants.
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Secrets Baby Beach Aruba
Adults-only all-inclusive on the quiet south end, close to the calm turquoise water of Baby Beach.
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Holiday Inn Resort Aruba
Beachfront on Palm Beach at a friendlier price, with pools, a casino and water sports nearby.
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Radisson Blu Aruba
Modern rooms steps from Palm Beach, close to the High-Rise strip’s restaurants and nightlife.
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort
Suite-style rooms with extra space for families, near the beach and the Palm Beach strip.
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Marriott’s Aruba Surf Club
Villa-style suites with kitchens and washers on Palm Beach, great for families and longer stays.
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Divi Dutch Village Beach Resort
Roomy suites with kitchens near Druif Beach, a relaxed pick for families who like to self-cater.
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Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba
Colorful boutique casitas in a garden setting, a short walk from Palm Beach.
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Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort
Dutch-style, family-run resort across the road from wide, uncrowded Eagle Beach.
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Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Downtown Oranjestad resort with its own private island, famous for the flamingo beach.
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Eagle Aruba Resort
Good-value base near Eagle Beach, between Palm Beach and Oranjestad.
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Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort
Practical, comfortable stay a short walk from the Palm Beach strip.
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voco Surfside Aruba
Close to the airport and downtown Oranjestad, on calm Surfside Beach.
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Where to stay in Aruba: Palm Beach or Eagle Beach?
Palm Beach is the lively high-rise strip: big resorts, casinos, restaurants and most boat tours leave from here. Eagle Beach is wider and calmer, with low-rise hotels and famous fofoti trees. Baby Beach on the south end is quiet and great for snorkeling, while Oranjestad is handy for the airport and downtown shopping.
All-inclusive or room only?
Aruba has excellent restaurants, so many visitors choose room-only and eat out. All-inclusive Aruba hotels make sense if you plan to stay mostly at the resort or travel with teenagers. Compare both on Expedia’s all-inclusive deals.
Pair your hotel with the best experiences
Most Aruba hotels on Palm Beach are minutes from catamaran, snorkeling and UTV pickups. Browse Aruba tours, or ask Rayner on WhatsApp which hotel fits your trip. Official travel info: Aruba Tourism Authority.