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Playa Linda Beach ResortvsBoardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Boardwalk Hotel Aruba is preferred by most professionals compared to Playa Linda Beach Resort. Boardwalk Hotel Aruba has a TripExpert Score of 85 with accolades from 4 publications such as Oyster, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Playa Linda Beach Resort
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Oyster
Fodor's
Frommer's
J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 87, Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba
From $356/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Travel + Leisure "Time-share property on a stretch of white sand with apartment-like accommodations for weeklong stays." Full review
Star Service "This architecturally impressive hotel-cum-time-share complex of studios and one- to three-bedroom suites occupies Aruba's best beach, Palm Beach." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"Playa Linda Beach Resort is a 214-room time-share property located directly off the sands of Palm Beach." Full review
Fodor's "The design allows for maximum visibility from individual rooms and means that most balconies open to the sky." Full review
Frommer's "Attention to detail paid by the housekeeping staff and the friendly attitude of the entire team...range of accommodations is perfect for everyone from solo travelers to large families" Full review
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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