Castles in Aruba

"Our second time staying at the Tamarijn. Was quite a bit busier than our first stay but still very enjoyable. We stayed in the 2500 building which I didn’t care for. The noise level from the road combined with music playing very late into the night made it hard to sleep. The food at the restaurants was very good and flavorful, Ginger is my favorite. The shuttle drivers are the best, very funny and personable. My only real gripe is the limited seating at the pool. People arrive early and put towels on them and then never use them. Hotel staff need to remove towels from unused chairs. We can’t wait until our next stay. "

"RIU is super clean, updated, and fun. There is a plethora of staff to accommodate all. The food is varied and delicious. The pool is awesome."

"The private island makes it totally worth it"

"Good"

"Room was great , 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and large dining living are. Pool area is excellent. Beach is short walk away but not enough free chairs do we had to pay 3040 a day to rent. Drinks at pool bar good but they need more options for lunch. Food and service on 3 rd floor pretty limited and slow. Bell and front desk people all very friendly and helpful. Area is good you can walk to many places to fine. Only think missing us this is NOT a beach front property if that is important to you. "

"This is a beautiful hotel set back from the more crowded and noisy beachfront resorts. Transportation to other areas is easy via taxis, the free golfcart shuttle to the beach, or you can walk if you enjoy 20-30 minute walks. The staff is incredible, friendly, and very helpful. The pool area is spacious and gorgeous with waterfalls and a swim-up bar. "

"Loved this place! Will definitely be back. "

"We absolutely loved our stay here. We went Jan 2025. The hotel staff, Shamir and Elliott at the front desk were beyond amazing and could teach a master class in customer service. They answered all our questions about Aruba/the area around the hotel/excursions/dining options. It was our first time in Aruba and it hopefuly not our last. Also the hotel room was beautiful and very clean. The location was super convenient to all the nearby stores, restaurants and the beach (yes it is a short 5 min walk to the beach but they do have a shuttle that will drop you off and pick you back up). we just can't say enough about how wonderful our stay was here. "

"I have been staying at the Holiday Inn for 5 years now and have been very satisfied with all the help that woeks there. My only suggestion would be to remodel the rooms somewhat like maybe new flooring and revise the colors of the walls to give it more of a island feeling!!"