2018's Best Places to Stay in Aruba

Whether traveling to Aruba with friends, family, or a romantic partner, the One Happy Island has the perfect accommodations to suit your needs.

More: Top Caribbean Accommodations: Aruba.com

The Hilton Aruba Caribbean Celebrates Fifty-Nine Years of Exceptional Hospitality

The Aruba Caribbean Hotel officially opened on July 18th 1959.  More

Hilton Caribbean Resort & Casino

Aruba Beachfront Hotels & Resorts

Best Aruba Beaches for Families

Link: Best Aruba Beaches for Families. From a long-time fan of Aruba- reviews of the best Aruba beaches for families: Palm Beach, Eagle Beach and Baby Beach.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Expands Caribbean Portfolio with Opening of Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino

New Beachfront Hilton in Palm Beach, Aruba Welcomes Travelers to One Happy Island

ORANJESTAD, Aruba & MCLEAN, Va. July 15, 2015 02:00 PM--(BUSINESS WIRE) --Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT), announced today the opening of the 355-room Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, a 15-acre beachfront oasis in Palm Beach, Aruba. With a privileged location on picturesque white sand beaches, this upscale resort in Aruba welcomes travelers to one of the Caribbean’s most desired destinations.

“The opening of Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino is celebrated with pride”
“Aruba is the quintessential Caribbean island with its strong European influence, long stretches of white beach and eclectic culinary scene,” said Rob Palleschi, global head, full service brands, Hilton Worldwide. “As one of the most revisited destinations in the region, this opening marks an important milestone as we continue to expand our global presence and deliver on our commitment to providing diverse experiences for our guests.”

Thinking About An All Inclusive Package in Aruba?

For high season, the Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa has just come out with a new 2014 Bed+Breakfast+Lunch Winter Escape starting at $645 a night, double occupancy for a guest room accommodation.

I compared prices of the above for dates in April with the Amsterdam Manor Beach Resorts all inclusive package which includes not only breakfast and lunch, but dinner and all beverages, including unlimited house-brand and premium beverages and cocktails.

2 people per room per night
Amsterdam Manor Standard Studio All Inclusive $639
Radisson Breakfast & Lunch Package (NO drinks, NO dinners) $645

We just completed an all inclusive stay at the Amsterdam Manor (trip report to follow) and the Amsterdam Manor's all inclusive left you wanting for nothing.

Discover Your Play Time at the Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa

Complimentary Play Time events and activities September 16 - December 21, 2013

Adventure- for the adrenaline junkies

• Distance swims and 3.1 mile beach runs with the resort's General Manager
• Bicycle tours to the Lighthouse
• African Dance workout, Zumba and Aqua Aerobics

Rejuvenation- for those searching for Zen

Radisson Aruba Accommodations III

If view is most important to you, book a Deluxe Ocean Gardenview Aruba Tower or for a higher price and additional amenities, Plaza Club Deluxe Ocean Garden View. These are the highest category of rooms before suites.

Plaza Club rooms are located on the 7th and 8th floors of the Aruba Tower. All Aruba Tower rooms are premium rooms, larger guest rooms and larger baths, over those in the Bonaire and Curacao Towers.

Room Categories at the Radisson

Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa

Interview with Famed Architect Morris Lapidus

Laguna Restaurant, Radisson Aruba Resort

Laguna Restaurant, Aruba : A tropical setting in the Radisson Resort

Our Review: Radisson Food, Beverage & Service

Laguna Restaurant at the Radisson Aruba

From our June 2011 trip report...

Laguna Prime Rib Buffet at the Radisson
The buffet at the Radisson was such a good value at *$23.95 per person plus 15% service charge we ate there twice. With our beverage credit included with our package through booking with MCM Tours, we were also able to enjoy wine with our dinner without running up an expensive tab. The beverages were added to our check that evening but deducted as a credit at check out.

Curacao Tower Room at the Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa

Radisson Aruba finishes 18-month renovation - Travel Weekly

Link: Radisson Aruba finishes 18-month renovation - Travel Weekly

Renovation of the Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa Nears Completion

PALM BEACH, Aruba, Sept. 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The award-winning Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa today announced that its overall property renovation is set for completion in the middle of October 2011, with the Aruba Tower refresh as the final phase of the transformation.

The renovation is part of an extensive USD 26 million renovation project which began in April 2010 and included refurbishing the 355-room resort's three guestroom towers and key public areas. Guests will experience a new sense of arrival, with updated furnishings and a reception area in the open-air lobby. Guests can now experience magnificent views of the ocean, beach, and pool the moment they arrive.

Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa Getting a $30 Million Face-Lift

Date March 3rd, 2011

The AAA Four Diamond Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa, situated on 15 acres of the island’s spectacular Palm Beach, has embarked on a $30 million refreshment project. All 355 guest rooms and suites are being completely refurbished in addition to the property’s expansive open-air lobby, casino and meeting facilities.

Sunset Grille at the Radisson Aruba

Sunset Grille at the Raddison Aruba

We love this restaurant. When you make your reservation, request a table outside.

Radisson Aruba vs. the Tamarijn All Inclusive

The Radisson is non-all inclusive & the Tamarijn is all inclusive

If you are big drinkers

• Radisson drinks are $$$
• Tamarijn drinks are "free" (top shelf liquor is at least included in what you already paid)

If you are big eaters

• Radisson make sure the breakfast buffet is part of your package and be prepared for $50/couple lunches on site at Gilligan's (figure 2 sandwiches & 2 beverages)
• Tamarijn all food and snacks are included at a choice of 8 dining options & 7 bars at either the Tamarijn or neighboring sister resort the Divi (all amenities are shared between the 2 resorts)

Which Room to Book at the Radisson Aruba?

Which building and guest room category should you request for your stay at the Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa?

Aruba Hyatt vs. the Radisson Part 2

Link: Thoughts on the Hyatt vs. Radisson

Aruba Hyatt vs. the Radisson vs. the Westin

Dh and I have stayed at the Hyatt once. Very nice resort, top notch as a matter of fact. Beautiful swimming pool with waterslide and swim up bar (if that is a deal maker or breaker for you).

Downside is the beach can get crowded and the rooms have only step out balconies, unless you go for the very big bucks and book an oceanfront suite.

In recent years, we have also stayed at the Radisson four times and the Westin when it was still the Wyndham, three times. The rooms at the Westin have all been renovated since we stayed there.

The free form pool is not as modern as those at the Hyatt or Radisson, but as of this writing, is scheduled for renovation in the upcoming month. The beach at the Westin is admittedly windier than that of the Radisson and Hyatt. With that said, if we could not afford the Radisson, and the Westin were cheaper, we would definitely stay at the Westin.