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Updated: January 31, 2022
By Santorini Dave
The Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort has a great location on the beach and an easy walk to many shops and restaurants.
The 6 Best Hotels for Families in Aruba
The Ritz-Carlton
Hotel Phone: +297 527 2222
Excellent 5-star luxury waterfront hotel on Palm Beach. Beautiful and spacious rooms and suites accommodate 2 to 4; each features a furnished balcony, seating area, and bathroom with deep soaking tub. Two-bedroom suites are ideal for families. There are family and adults-only pools, as well as a casino with live entertainment, full-service spa, state-of-the-art fitness center with daily classes, and 5 on-site dining venues (including a high-end steakhouse and sushi bar). Their kids’ club offers a wide range of daily activities and adventures – both educational and fun – for the young set, and a Red Sail Sports reservations desk is on-hand to arrange water sports, beach activities, and snorkel/sailing charters for the whole family.
• Hotel Website • Check prices for The Ritz-CarltonDivi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort
Hotel Phone: +297 586 6066
All-suite hotel with units that sleep up to 4. Suites have fully equipped kitchens, private ocean-view balconies or patios, and comfortable contemporary furnishing. Amenities include basketball and tennis courts, two great pools, 3 restaurants (2 oceanfront), 2 bars (1 swim-up), ocean-view fitness center, shopping promenade, luxurious spa, and a barbecue pavilion with grills for guest use. All set on beautiful Palm Beach, across from the butterfly farm and near the Bubali Bird Sanctuary.
• Hotel Website • Check prices for Divi Aruba PhoenixHyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa & Casino
Hotel Phone: +297 586 1234
Oceanfront high-rise hotel with casino and full-service spa. 359 stylish and newly-renovated guest rooms and suites sleep 2 to 4, with connecting rooms available. Nine bars and restaurants are on site, as well as boutique shopping, tennis courts, and a kids’ club. The 3-level pool complex features a swim-up bar, 2-story waterslide, adults-only pool, and waterfalls. Beach palapas and pool umbrellas can be reserved for free up to 24 hours in advance, and earlier than that for a fee (they book fast). Great waterfront location on Palm beach.
• Hotel Website • Check prices for Hyatt Regency ArubaMarriott’s Aruba Surf Club
Hotel Phone: +297 586 9000
Beachfront family resort offering 1 to 3 bedroom villas that can sleep up to 12 guests. Villas include separate living and dining areas, fully-equipped kitchen, and washer and dryer. Guest rooms sleep up to 4, and feature kitchenettes. All units boast furnished balconies with water or garden views. There are 4 on-site restaurant and bars, a 24-hour fitness center with complimentary classes, on-site casino, and barbecue facilities for guest use. The huge pool complex includes a lazy river and children’s pool and splash pad. There’s a kids’ club and outdoor playground, as well as organized activities offered for families and adults. Located on Palm Beach.
• Hotel Website • Check prices for Marriott’s Aruba Surf ClubEagle Aruba Resort & Casino
Hotel Phone: +297 587 9000
All-suite resort with units ranring from 1-bedroom suites that sleep 4 to 3-bedroom options that sleep 8; all feature fully-equipped kitchenettes. There’s an all-day restaurant/bar on site, as well as a bar, Dunkin Donuts, Baskin Robbins, and mini-market. There are 4 swimming pools, including a kiddie pool and waterslide pool, beach tennis courts, fitness center, casino, and a weekly Carnival show. Located an easy 3-minute walk from beautiful Eagle Beach.
• Hotel Website • Check prices for Eagle ArubaRiu Palace Aruba
Hotel Phone: +297 586 3900
All-inclusive beachfront hotel with suites sleeping 3-4 guests; some have ocean views. Guests enjoy two outdoor pools (with a kiddie-pool, hot tub, and swim-up bar), beach volleyball, and water sports. Kids love the on-site playground, ice cream parlor, and kids’ club. There’s an on-site spa and fitness center, and 5 on-site restaurants – including an elegant main buffet restaurant and a variety of themed restaurants offering a la carte options. All meals and snacks are included, as is daily entertainment, tips, and access to the casino and discotheque at nearby Riu Palace Antillas (18+). Located directly on white-sand Palm Beach.
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