Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris CasinovsBarcelo Aruba
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino and Barcelo Aruba are both recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino is the choice of most reviewers compared to Barcelo Aruba. Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino ranks #4 in Aruba with approval from 8 reviewers such as Travel + Leisure, Concierge and Lonely Planet.
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
L.G. Smith Boulevard 101, Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba
From $471/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Not your typical business-trip Marriott. A $50-million face-lift in 2008 kitted out all 411 rooms with new flat-screen TVs, Jackpack technology, and bedding."
Fodor's
"The gentle sound of the surf and splashing waterfalls create the backdrop of this sprawling compound, where everything seems to run smoothly." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"A comfortable, modern getaway for families with a great pool, gym, spa, and casino, the Marriott Resort is fancier than its only neighbors, the Marriott Surf Club and the Marriott Ocean Club." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Fresh from a 2008 $40 million renovation, this resort has a 24-hour casino, along with 411 guest rooms and five restaurants." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Large rooms and balconies, with big beds and luxurious down pillows. The bathrooms have two sinks and each room also has a sofa bed."
Star Service
"This Marriott continues to cut an impressive profile, impressing a wide swath of fans that include groups, commercial gatherings and individuals enamored with big, bustling full-service hotels." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Located at the northern end of the high-rise resorts, this massive property has some 400 rooms with large balconies offering a glimpse of the ocean." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
4.0
"With eight floors, beach access and the Stellaris Casino, the Aruba Marriott Resort certainly doesn't lack activities." Full review
Frommer's
"Combining the amenities of a large resort with the island charm of Aruba, this hotel is a favorite among travelers for its prime location on Palm Beach and its vast range of facilities and room types" Full review
Barcelo Aruba
J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 83, Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba
From $375/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The pool has retained its bustling feel, so if you're looking for a casual house-party atmosphere with lots of action and organized activities, this good-times place is for you." Full review
i
The resort is popular with almost everybody: families with kids, young couples, middle- aged folks, and some elderly guests; most people choose an all-inclusive package.
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"A lively, modern resort in Aruba's tourist center, the Occidental draws young couples, families, and retirees -- all playing together on the hotel's active beach." Full review
Fodor's
"Popular with tour groups, this all-inclusive resort always has something going on, whether it's beer-drinking contests or bikini fashion shows." Full review
Star Service
"The beach is beautiful, the vast sea-size central pool is well-designed and anyone willing to pay the hefty supplement for Royal Club accommodations is in for a treat. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report
13.0
"Recent visitors praised the property's clean and comfortable digs, though some felt the outdated decor did not justify the high room rate. The seven on-site restaurants also receive mixed feedback. " Full review
i
After satiating their appetites, guests can test their luck in the casino, head down to the beach or post up on a chaise lounge by the free-form pool.
Travel + Leisure
"Barceló Aruba, set on the white sandy shores of Palm Beach, features 373 rooms, all with balconies and views of the ocean or garden"
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