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Choosing where to stay in Aruba depends on your preferred atmosphere and style. Whether you are looking for a family-friendly, adults-only, gathering, or business trip, there is a place to stay that is worthy.

While Eagle Beach is relaxed and calming, Palm Beach and Oranjestad are more action-packed.

There are many well known brand hotels like Hyatt, Hilton, Holiday Inn, Radisson Blu, and Marriott, who owns the great company Renaissance Windcreek Aruba Sister resorts, under other hotels and timeshare. And for the ultimate in luxury, there is Ritz-Carlton Aruba.

There are also luxurious private villas available, and you might even consider splitting your stay into two locations to experience different styles.

Here are some of our top picks for fulfilling various needs. Want more? Here is a detailed breakdown of the the best hotels in Aruba.

A view of the beach and the Divi Beach All Inclusive hotel in Aruba.

Families will love the rolling waters and white sand at Divi Beach.


Divi beach

For families and groups: Divi Resorts

You can choose between four different Divi stays, right on or just behind a wonderful 800 meter long beach at Druif. Sister resorts Divi Aruba All Inclusive and Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive are located right on the beach, and guests can take advantage of both resorts’ food and drink options as part of their plan.

Divi Dutch Village is right behind them and has larger suites and fully equipped kitchens so guests can self-cater. You can also opt for an all-inclusive plan that includes dining at the two beach resorts.

Divi Village golf and beach resort is across the street on its own golf course with the choice of a European plan (Food and drink are not included in the cost, but all suites have a kitchen) or all-inclusive, which includes on-site benefits and all food and drink at the other three resorts.

The entire resort community is connected by free shuttles wherever you want to go on their properties, including the Alhambra Casino and the shops in the Alhambra.

The only one out of the shuttle loop is Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resortas it sits on its own breathtaking stretch of Palm Beach and offers a high-end experience.

The beach with loungers and umbrellas at the Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort in Aruba

The Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort is only for adults and the most eco-certified hotel in the Caribbean.


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For environmentally conscious adult travelers: Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort

Internationally recognized as the most eco-certified hotel in the Caribbean, with several prestigious awards to prove it Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort is exclusively an oasis for adults only. This elegant boutique hotel is located on a picturesque, wide stretch of Eagle Beach and is known for its upscale personal service and privacy. It is also a popular nesting site for leatherback turtles.

Please note that from December 23rd, all guests of Bucuti & Tara must present a vaccination card, as well as non-guests who want to visit restaurants, such as Elements restaurant and Senses fine diningwhich are located on the premises of the resort.

The pool and villas at the Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba

Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba is a charming, family-friendly hotel with colorful, country-style cottages.


Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba

For boutique chic: Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba

Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba is a charming, family-friendly community with distinctive decor in every unit. Imagine an entire village of colorful country-style cottages (or casitas) connected by boardwalks that snake through a lush garden of coconut palms and tropical flowers.

Though not directly on the ocean, the retreat offers an oasis for guests on Palm Beach and two freshwater pools on-site.

An overwater pool bungalow at Aruba Ocean Villas.

Aruba Ocean Villas is our number one choice for romance and luxury.


Aruba Ocean Villas

For romantic luxury: Aruba Ocean Villas

Aruba Ocean Villas offer exclusive, luxurious, Tahitian-style overwater bungalows in the town of Savaneta, where you can also find bamboo huts, boho-chic beach villas and a two-story tree house.

Each villa is unique inside and out, and features lavish amenities such as crystal chandeliers, private hot tubs, deep soaking tubs, and plunge pools. Book a romantic dinner at the beach restaurant; The resort is for adults only.

Check out Insider’s Comprehensive Guide to Visiting Aruba.