Divi Village Golf and Beach ResortvsBarcelo Aruba
Divi Village Golf and Beach Resort and Barcelo Aruba are both recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Barcelo Aruba scores slightly better than Divi Village Golf and Beach Resort. Barcelo Aruba scores 81 with accolades from 4 publications including Star Service, Oyster and Fodor's.
Divi Village Golf and Beach Resort
Juancho E. Irausquin Blvd 93, Oranjestad, Aruba
From $309/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"A pair of free-form freshwater pools are at the center of this quiet, oceanfront time-share. Many handcrafted accents adorn the Spanish-style rooms, which have kitchens and hot tubs." Full review
Star Service
"Top-notch hotel is especially popular with duffers who prefer green turf to turquoise water. Still, there is a beach out front travelers that can't tell the difference between a 9 iron or a putter." Full review
Jetsetter
"Family-friendly beachfront resort with two pools, a golf course and four restaurants." 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"Recent visitors praised the property's clean and comfortable digs, though some felt the outdated decor did not justify the high room rate.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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