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Divi Aruba All InclusivevsBoardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba
Both Divi Aruba All Inclusive and Boardwalk Hotel Aruba are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Divi Aruba All Inclusive scores marginally better than Boardwalk Hotel Aruba. Divi Aruba All Inclusive ranks #8 in Aruba with accolades from 5 publications such as Frommer's, Star Service and Fodor's.
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
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Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service Travel + Leisure
Frommer's Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
J.E. Irausquin Blvd #45, Druif Beach, Oranjestad, Aruba
From $588/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "The free food and drinks here and the ability to use the facilities of the adjoining Tamarijn Resort mean you have very little reason to wander far from the idyllic beach location." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"This easygoing 203-room option is situated on a prime stretch of Druif Beach, dotted with straw beach huts for shade." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Though families and honeymooners outnumber other guests, the vibe remains mellow and beach-focused, not frantic with kiddie activities or bass-thumping nightlife." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Everything is included, except extra luxuries, such as spa treatments and motorized watersports. All units are well maintained, the food is good, and the facilities and activities are extensive."
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Choose from several packages and accommodations, then forget about the cost.
Star Service "Located next to its revamped sibling Tamarijn Aruba Beach Resort and popular Alhambra Casino, this award-winning property has a solid reputation for fun and upper-midrange quality." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Set on a mile-and-a-half beach along the Caribbean, Divi Aruba All Inclusive features open-air dining and gorgeous sunset views"
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Frommer's "With only 205 rooms situated in one-, two- and three-story buildings...design throughout the rooms is pretty similar, with tile floors and wood and wicker furniture; hues of gold, blue, and turquoise " Full review
Travel + Leisure "Enjoy a total of ten eateries and eight bars, plus four freshwater pools that make the perfect setting for sipping frozen cocktails. Live music, entertainment, and activities run the gamut"
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Travel + Leisure "Located along the oval-shaped, ivory-sand-filled Druff Beach...additional activities and amenities include four pools, tennis, weekly yoga, a 30-foot beachfront rock climbing wall"
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Bonus: You’ll also have access to the more family-friendly sister resort, Tamarijn, which means groups can choose from a total of 15-plus bars and restaurants.
Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba Oyster DK Eyewitness Frommer's Fodor's
Lonely Planet
New York Times Frommer's Travel + Leisure
Bakval 20, Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba
From $495/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"For those in search of an intimate boutique experience on Aruba, the Boardwalk Hotel is an excellent three-and-a-half-pearl choice." Full review
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There's no direct beach access, but guests can walk to nearby Palm Beach (full of bustling restaurants, casinos and nightlife) or get in the car and head to a hidden beach recommended by the owners -- they know the local scoop, so guests should be sure to ask their advice.
DK Eyewitness "Across the road from the Marriott complex on Palm Beach, this small hotel is an ideal alternative to the big resorts."
Frommer's "The romantic air that reigns throughout the hotel is enhanced by the private, air-conditioned casitas that are anything but rustic. Accommodations feature full kitchens and living rooms." Full review
Fodor's "A gorgeous luxury boutique oasis in an ex-coconut planation, this family run gem is decorated in bright tropical hues with unique accents supplied by local artists." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Located on a former coconut plantation, this delightful boutique hotel is just a short block from Palm Beach (where beach service is available) but miles from the tourist madness." Full review
New York Times "Inside it hides a tropical oasis of poolside hammocks and individually styled bungalows with cathedral ceilings. The rooms are obscured from each other by foliage, making it seem more private."
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Frommer's "An intimate hotel with 14 casitas spread across the coconut grove...accommodations feature full kitchens and living rooms decorated in a colorful Caribbean fashion." Full review
Travel + Leisure "With just 46 private casitas, the resort offers a more intimate option for guests seeking more laid-back accommodations. The casitas include kitchenettes, barbecues, and outdoor dining sets. "
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