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Barcelo ArubavsBlueAruba Rentals
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Barcelo Aruba ranks slightly better than Blue Residences. Barcelo Aruba comes in at 81 with positive reviews from 4 sources like Frommer's, Oyster and Star Service.
Barcelo Aruba
Frommer's
Oyster
Fodor's
Star Service
U.S. News & World Report
Travel + Leisure
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 Report13.0
"Recent visitors praised the property's clean and comfortable digs, though some felt the outdated decor did not justify the high room rate.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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February 2, 2023
BlueAruba Rentals Frommer's Fodor's Oyster
J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 266, Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba
From $231/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "Offering the perks of a timeshare with apartment-style rooms, this luxury condo resort on Eagle Beach debuted the first of its three seven-story towers in March, 2014. " Full review
Fodor's "Bookended by Aruba’s two most famous beaches (Eagle and Palm) on its own private man-made sandy strand right across the street, the new Blue Residence Towers...offer epic unfettered views of the sea." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"Blue Residences is an upscale hotel located less than a mile away from Aruba’s High-Rise Hotel district." Full review
