28 Best Hotels in Aruba

Now with the distinction of being Aruba’s only pet-friendly AAA Three Diamond hotel, Amsterdam Manor was first built in 1989 as a no-frills escape to attract Dutch visitors, especially families, seeking great value just steps from famed Eagle Beach. Today, though it still maintains its cheery yellow and terra-cotta Dutch colonial design, the entire property has been completely renovated within and without, turning it into a chic boutique "petit resort" with the kind of modern amenities and extras bound to attract more discerning travelers. Despite this, it still offers great value for families.

This full-service resort offers both family-friendly amenities as well as an adults-only luxury floor that has its own pool and snazzy lounge on the ground floor. Lots of organized activities, a superb seaside pool circuit, and a children’s playground mean lots of families choose this resort. The beachfront offers calm surf and every kind of water sport imaginable, and dining also caters to a wide range of tastes from romantic toes-in-the-sand by tiki-torch to modern high-end steak house to a family-friendly buffet. The Great Room entrance is almost a destination in itself with a massive Starbucks, a Gelato & Co outlet, and scads of comfortable couches and working spaces with plug-ins. Non-guests also flock to the Lobby Bar for the great drinks, sushi and sashimi offerings, and frequent live music at night. The ultra modern casino off the lobby adds to the draw as well. 

Bookended by Aruba’s two most famous beaches (Eagle and Palm) on its own private man-made sandy strand right across the street, the Blue Residence Towers—one of three columns of condo hotel-style suites ranging from one to five bedrooms—offer epic unfettered views of the sea. There are full kitchens in all suites, floor-to-ceiling glass walls for optimum views, and some rooms have whirlpool tubs. Designed to be more condo than hotel, this is also home to the Infini chef's table experience. There are also tennis and beach tennis courts on-site and a stand-alone spa for pampering.

What began as a tiny family-run enclave on a historic coconut plantation has since evolved into an enchanting boutique resort of Caribbean cottage-style casitas connected by a signature wooden boardwalk and surrounded in vibrant blooms. Guests can enjoy private palapas and food and beverage service in a dedicated space on famed Palm Beach right across the street; there's a free shuttle for those who'd rather not walk. Each casita is uniquely decorated with tropical colors, kitchenettes, BBQs, and hammocks. There are a few unique bespoke units like the second-story Palapa 360 Lodge for two with a wraparound deck, and a stand-alone casita with its own plunge pool. Food and beverage service is provided by the on-site Coco Café, whose focus is on locally sourced ingredients; creative vegan and gluten-free options are available. Local food service company, Green Fish, offers dine-in chef experiences, private paella nights, and more. Fitness facilities, yoga, and spa services add to the allure. It's important to note that this resort only receives guests aged 12 and over, and it is a cashless operation.

Secreted behind Super Food Plaza, this economical and chic option is within walking distance of famed Eagle Beach, with beautifully decorated rooms (all of which have modern kitchens) and an inviting oasis pool surrounded by studios, deluxe studios, and one-bedroom apartments that are ideal for extended stays and work-cations. The brilliant tropical gardens surrounding the pool and deck area give it the aura of a hidden Eden. 

Having achieved the first carbon-neutral status in the Caribbean, and winning multiple prestigious global eco awards, this landmark adults-only luxury boutique hotel offers exquisite personal service in an extraordinary beach setting. It often tops most romantic hotel lists, and the resort goes the extra mile by offering a dedicated romance concierge staff. The vibe is also focused on health and wellness with comprehensive programs and experienced staff to help guests meet their nutrition, dietary, fitness, and mindfulness goals. They have their own spa, and their adults-only dining spot offers many healthy choices.  This beachfront expanse is prime real estate for nesting leatherback sea turtles each summer. If you're lucky, you'll see the hatchlings head to the sea. The resort has comprehensive sea turtle protection safeguards and in-depth guest education, too.  

The one- and two-bedroom suites at this beachside time-share resort are quite comfortable though not overly luxe. They come with fully equipped kitchens, and the resort offers a wide range of amenities like tennis courts and a gym, as well as services like water sports and a kids' program. It's easy walking distance to all the entertainment and dining at Alhambra Mall and Casino.

This beachfront complex with apartment-style rooms has a fully stocked communal kitchen for guests to self-cater and a tiny private beach and deck with an abundance of hammocks and picnic tables. The complex is owned by the same people that run Flying Fishbone a few doors down.

Operating like a small village unto itself, this all-suites, five-story, horseshoe-shaped time-share resort provides an ideal environment for families, with a kids' pool and colorful beachfront playground. Located on a gorgeous 600-foot circle of sand, there's a large pool and water circuit replete with whirlpools and fountains. One-, two-, and three-bedroom bright and spacious suites and premium suites also have balcony decks with hot tubs and barbecue grills. There are lighted tennis courts and the resort is within walking distance of the Alhambra Mall, which offers shopping, dining, and a huge casino.

The more upscale choice of Divi's sister all-inclusives, this resort is favored more by couples and honeymooners as the newer 60-room tower with its own pool and bar offers up some excellent sea views; there are four super-luxe two-bedroom oceanfront suites with whirlpool tubs. The entire resort has been modernized and refreshed top to bottom over the past few years, and guests at both resorts enjoy access to the complex’s 10 restaurants, nine bars, four pools, and nightly entertainment. Complimentary shuttle transportation between the two is a plus as the resorts literally sprawl along half a mile of gorgeous Druif Beach. Free nonmotorized water sports, a modern sea-view fitness center, a climbing tower, and a beach bar that’s also open to the public all also add to the appeal and the Alhambra Mall is within easy walking distance for late-night casino action. (The spa and the kids' club are located at the Tamarijn.)

With incredible views from its high-rise tower, stunning rooms awash in tropical colors, state-of-the-art amenities, and comfortable homey accommodations, Divi Aruba Phoenix rises above the fray on busy Palm Beach. Families will appreciate the kids' pool and beautiful beach flanked with man-made breakwaters, and adults will love the adult-only sea-view hot tub and lively swim-up pool bar. The resort’s trendy purebeach restaurant offers a popular bar and alfresco dining with spectacular beach sunset views. At pureocean restaurant guests can take advantage of toes-in-the-sand dining and inspired cuisine with sweeping ocean views. A New York–style deli, two pools, tennis courts, fitness center, luxurious spa, and on-site shops round out the amenities. Breakfast plans are available.

This modern all-suite resort features very spacious, fully equipped accommodations ideal for families and small groups wishing to self-cater; there's also an all-inclusive option that gives access to all the food and drink at both Divi Aruba and the Tamarijn, and they now also offer a breakfast plan. The three redesigned freshwater pools (one with a swim-up bar and one with an on-site bar and grill) cater to the friendly Village crowd, which often includes repeat visitors. Though not directly on the water, the beach is a very short stroll away.

All the rooms at this all-suites golf resort community across the street from Druif Beach include fully equipped kitchens, but an all-inclusive option is also available with access and shuttles to sister resorts Tamarijn, Divi Aruba, and Divi Dutch Village. Those seeking the ultimate in luxury can book one of the golf villas that directly overlook the course and have private rooftop Jacuzzis and private grills. A large family-friendly pool has waterslides and waterfalls. Other amenities include a 9-hole golf course, lighted tennis and pickleball courts, a modern fitness center, four restaurants, and a sports bar. A breakfast plan is also available.

The resort's massive lemon-yellow buildings that sprawl across a prime spot on Palm Beach offer a revelation compared to what most might think a Holiday Inn stay might entail---inviting rooms, a fun vibe, and distinct sections that will appeal to those looking for quiet active fun or a family-friendly environment. The rooms, though not luxe, feel fresh and offer impressive views of the sea and sunsets, including some of the island's best from higher floors. But it’s the design and vibe of the outdoor areas that impress the most since they are smartly cordoned into three distinct zones to suit different types of travelers: “Peace & Harmony,” “Action & Play,” and “Chill & Mingle.” On-site dining is also a cut above what one might expect and their themed culinary events on the beach are impressive. A new piano bar adds to the entertainment. The all-inclusive plan is now available.

Connected directly to the airport by a covered walkway, the contemporary new hotel serves the needs of business and leisure travelers on a budget and is especially convenient for those with flight cancellations. It's part of the new Aruba Airport Business Center project that will host a large high-tech convention center, a spacious food court, new retail shops, new dining, and lots of modern office space to encourage more “workations” on the island. The hotel has an on-site market to-go spot, a breakfast nook, and a bar for tapas and drinks, as well as a fitness center.

Located on 12 acres of prime beachfront, the rooms and suites at this landmark resort have all been recently refreshed and welcome couples as well as families. The three-level pool complex has a two-story waterslide that children adore, but now those without kids can escape to their own swanky beachfront spot to chill with the addition of Trankilo, a luxurious adults-only pool with private cabanas. Ten diverse food and beverage options include the resort’s signature restaurant Ruinas del Mar, famous for its faux ruins and waterfalls that flow into a koi pond (look for the famous black swans gliding by), and there's a deluxe spa, fitness center, tennis courts, casino, and Camp Hyatt for kids. Those seeking additional perks can upgrade to Regency Club access level room with its private lounge.

One of the original low-rise resorts built on Aruba has refreshed and reinvented itself over the past few years to become a dedicated health and wellness boutique resort with daily complimentary seafront yoga, Pilates classes, and healthy and healing cuisine menus. If you're looking for heartier fare you can also get decadent cuisine at the property's on-site restaurants. A small fitness center with personal trainers is also available, and the beautiful seaside Balinese-style spa is the ideal spot to recharge. Their friendly Pega Pega Beach Bar and Grill has incredible sunset views and great snacks, too. Note: this is cashless resort.

First-rate amenities and lavishly decorated villas with balconies and full kitchens have made this timeshare an island favorite. Units have either one or two bedrooms and large balconies; the resort offers an S-shape pool with a swim-up bar and waterfalls, as well as several hot tubs. Guests can access the facilities at the adjacent Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, including the spa, fitness center, and casino. Yet another adjacent timeshare property, Marriott's Aruba Surf Club, is just as luxurious.

A tiny budget boutique hotel across the road from a very quiet portion of beautiful Eagle Beach, this is your best bet for a no-frills, clean and comfortable stay at a good price. With only 19 rooms, refreshed top to bottom in 2017, it is an intimate enclave with a friendly, homey feel and warm and welcoming staff.

A unique luxury boutique resort far from the touristy fray is across the road from the wild and scenic Malmok Cliffs, offering rooms surrounding a solarium pool as well as a few oceanfront suites with their own dipping pools. The gleaming white-and-glass complex offers bespoke personal service and their chic stand-alone indoor-outdoor bar and restaurant attracts many non-resort guests for its excellent fare. Though there's no beach, complimentary transfers to nearby Boca Catalina and Arashi beaches are included, and you can often spot sea turtles off the Malmok Cove within walking distance.  

Looking something like a stepped Mayan pyramid—the design maximizes sea views from the balconies—this older timeshare hotel also has a homey feel, with full kitchens in all the spacious units. Other options include the luxury two-story three-bedroom townhomes or the chic Spa Lanai suite that can accommodate up to six people. Sitting directly on Palm Beach, the resort also has an inviting circuit of pools and hot tubs, and the dedicated activity pool is a popular spot to work out in fun ways. There are also organized kids' activities, theme nights, tennis courts, on-site dining, and a large well-stocked mini market.

This stylish modern high-rise behind the Palm Beach strip overlooks a gorgeous water circuit right across the street from all the shopping and dazzling nightlife. The property boasts the island's largest rooftop infinity pool, and all units are super spacious and ideal for couples or families with choices of one-, two- and three-bedroom suites. The varied on-site dining options include The Clover Café for a unique organic coffee and tea experience and Senses Fine Dining Chef’s Table Experience; the a la carte restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and a luxe brunch. Though not directly on the beach, they offer complimentary shuttles to their dedicated space in the sand, with lounges and umbrellas in front of MooMba on Palm Beach. The ocean-facing rooms above the 6th floor have the best sea views.

The adults-only hotel of the Wind Creek Renaissance's twin resorts offers guests a chic, waterfront urban oasis overlooking the Downtown marina with fine dining, a cool club infinity bar, and glitzy casino on site. Guests enjoy water taxi access from the lower lobby to a luxurious private adult-only beach with a spa and deluxe cabana rental options. It's steps away from scads of shopping and dining options and vibrant downtown nightlife.

Spacious suites attract families and groups to this downtown resort that offers its own man-made beach on the sea and free water taxi to its lovely private island minutes away. Even though it's family-friendly, there's plenty of space for adults to escape and relax. On-site dining is limited, but there's a free shuttle to the sister marina property for fine dining, and it's also a few steps from the Renaissance Marketplace with lots of shops, a casino, and many dining choices. Its location between the cruise-ship port and the airport makes it an interesting place to plane-spot and ship-watch, too.

The high standards of Ritz-Carlton properties are well represented at the Aruba property with rooms that have private balconies, and ocean-view rooms that offer sweeping vistas of the Caribbean. Parents seeking a break will appreciate the range of distracting activities available from Ritz Kids, which includes an ocean learning program curated by the son of Jacques Cousteau. The resort is expansive, so it never feels crowded, and despite the numerous entertainment options available, including one of the best casinos on the island, peace and quiet are easily found. The spa is one of the largest on the island and offers a full range of treatments. The excellent two-story glassed-in lobby bar is perfect for sunsets. Club Level guests (7th floor) have private lounge and daily food and beverage offerings.

Riu bought this property, formerly the Westin Hotel, in 2014, right next door to its other Palm Beach family-friendly all-inclusive Riu Palace. But this one is rare for Aruba: an adults-only all-inclusive, though more are planned in the future. The tower structure is not a typical Riu design, but sea views from most rooms are great, and the Westin’s original pool area and water circuit is extensive. A bonus is that guests at the adults-only can also avail themselves of all the facilities next door at the sister resort, giving them far more choices of dining, entertainment, and activities. And it also has its own nightclub.

Having received a major multimillion-dollar refreshment in 2021, the interiors of this popular all-inclusive now almost rival the stellar sea scenes mere steps from each door and the rooms (all oceanfront) have been outfitted with new technology and modern amenities like Nespresso machines and Smart TVs; king rooms also have sofa beds. Guests enjoy nonmotorized water sports, nightly entertainment, a sea view fitness center, and a climbing tower on the beach, as well as unlimited access to the ten restaurants and eight bars at its sister resort, Divi Aruba. There is also a stand-alone spa on-site.  

All of the rooms and suites and many common areas at this massive beachfront hotel were completely refreshed in 2023 to reflect Aruban island life with cactus art and soothing sea and sand tones, and all accommodations have oversize bathtubs and luxury products. You’ll find all the extra luxuries one would expect from this brand, like complimentary reef-safe sunscreen and aloe dispensers on the beach—the casino even serves their complimentary cocktails in snazzy glasses. Two pools (one adult-only), an exceptional Ritz-Kidz Club, a spacious spa, and a fitness center are also on-site. Food and beverage options include a sushi bar in the grand lobby, BLT Steak steak house, Solanio for breakfast (until it morphs into authentic Italian eatery Casa Nonna New York at night), and Madero Pool and Beach Grill, which has excellent lunch fare and a cool pop-up artisanal cocktail kiosk. Private cabana rentals are available, and beach food and beverage service is provided to your lounge by very skilled servers riding Segways.