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Barcelo ArubavsRenaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Both Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino and Barcelo Aruba are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino is the choice of most reviewers compared to Barcelo Aruba. Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino ranks #6 in Aruba with approval from 7 sources including Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Oyster.
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
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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"Recent visitors praised the property's clean and comfortable digs, though some felt the outdated decor did not justify the high room rate.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
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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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Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort Frommer's Fodor's Oyster
DK Eyewitness Star Service
Jetsetter U.S. News & World Report Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure
L G Smith Boulevard 82, Oranjestad, Aruba
From $322/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's "This resort has two distinct hotel choices: the adults-only Renaissance Marina Hotel and the family-friendly Renaissance Ocean Suites." Full review
Fodor's "This landmark property right on the port offers guests the best of both worlds." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"Located in the bustling cruise-ship center of Oranjestad, the modern, upscale 556-room Renaissance hotel... offers an exceptional casino... and its own private island." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This resort is based in the town, but has a private island with access by free water taxi and an upscale open-air shopping mall."
Star Service "Once aligned with Sonesta Resorts, this compelling Marriott offshoot continues to uphold its reputation as one of the liveliest on the island, competing with the best on Palm Beach." Full review
Jetsetter "Downtown Oranjestad resort with an award-winning steakhouse, adults-only sections and exclusive access to one of Aruba’s only private islands." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"Sitting on 40 acres in Aruba, the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino caters to both couples and young families with its two distinctive areas: the adults-only Renaissance Marina Hotel and..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In Aruba, stay at the Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort for access to the hotel's 40-acre private island, home of the Instagram-famous flamingos"
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Lonely Planet "There's no beach here, but there is a 40-acre private island, complete with beach, spa and swimming lagoon. All three sites are linked by water taxi." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Guests can choose rooms in the adults-only Marina building or at the nearby Ocean Suites...one of the highlights of this property is the complimentary access via water taxi to Renaissance Island"
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