The Riu Palace is right off Palm Beach, and the stretch of beach in front of the hotel is one of the best in the area. There are two pools (one with an adjacent Jacuzzi) and a wading pool for children. The sand is white and clean; there are plenty of sun beds at the beach and beside the pool for the guests’ use. Unfortunately, the beach and the poolside can get crowded so you may have to wake up early to “reserve” the sun bed of your choice.
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba
May 23rd, 2009 by jinkyCasa del Mar Beach Resort
May 17th, 2009 by jinkyYou’ll love Casa del Mar Beach Resort if you want some family bonding time and a lot of R&R. At Casa del Mar, there are daily recreational activities for kids and adults; there are stretching classes, movie nights, musical entertainment, bingo, shirt and bag painting, etc. There are several pools on-site plus in the sister property – the Aruba Beach Club. The beach is right across the street for Ambassador Suites’ guests but right outside their building for Presidential Suites’ guests. Depending on the season, Presidential Suites cost $325 or $450 per night while Ambassador Suites cost $175 or $225.
Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa
May 15th, 2009 by jinkyRadisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa is located in Palm Beach. This is a beachfront property so you need not walk far to get to the water’s edge. The beach is great, and it is never too crowded so you are not really in danger of running out of beach huts or palapas. In any case, you may reserve a beach hut the night before your planned beach excursion so you can be sure you will get a hut. You can also get free beach towels; at the beach, there is also free ice water.
Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort Aruba
May 13th, 2009 by jinkyAmsterdam Manor Beach Resort Aruba is one of your Eagle Beach accommodation options. As the name suggests, this hotel offers guests a taste of Amsterdam in a distinctly Caribbean setting. There’s no need to worry though for the rooms are larger than typical Amsterdam hotel rooms. The hotel has its own restaurants: Passions and Mango, both of which serve sumptuous food. It has a pool, although it’s nothing special. The best thing about this hotel is its location. It is right on the beach – a 30-second walk should take you to the water’s edge. The water is heavenly and the beach is not very crowded.
Arubiana Inn
May 11th, 2009 by jinkyArubiana Inn can be found in Oranjestad and is approximately 10 minutes away on foot from Eagle Beach. It is not on the beach, but this may be deemed an advantage in some ways. For one, you will be away from the noise and bustle of the beach area. For another, the price is certainly cheaper this side of Aruba; a single night for 2 in one of the 18 rooms costs only from $75 to $97.50, depending on the season. There’s certainly no reason to miss any of the beach fun. You can windsurf, dive, kitesurf, sail, swim, and do any of the activities for which Aruba is famous; just tell the hotel staff about what you want to do and they will tell you where you should go.
Sasaki Apartments
May 9th, 2009 by jinkySasaki Apartments offers affordable accommodations near Eagle Beach. The property is not on the beach itself, which is probably why it costs less than similar hotels in the area. However, the beach is only 8 minutes away on foot. There’s also a mini-golf course just across the road. Everything else you may want to visit is just a short hop by car; car rental in Aruba is affordable and driving is easy, so you should have no problems on this count.
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
May 8th, 2009 by jinkyTamarijn Aruba All Inclusive is in Oranjestad. The guest units are air-conditioned, have a bath and shower and have a private veranda. They are also equipped with standard amenities: satellite TV, hair dryer, iron, ironing board, fridge, alarm clock, etc. Some of the guest units, moreover, open out to the sea. An in-room safe and internet access may be provided for an extra charge. Room rates start at $306. It is much better, however, to opt for all-inclusive rates. By doing that, you can get a packaged stay that is inclusive of all your meals and snacks, unlimited beverages, the use of the freshwater pools in the property and neighboring properties, plus other perks as well.
Coral Reef Beach Villa and Apartments
May 8th, 2009 by jinkyThe Coral Reef Beach Villa and Apartments is a small, family-run affair in Savaneta, around thirty minutes from Oranjestad. The place is near very good restaurants; you can also shop for fresh fish at a nearby fishing bar then grill it at the resort. The hosts, Peter and Julie, are very friendly and hospitable. Some days you can stay on the dock or even fish from there; you can also jump off the dock and cool off in the sea. You may also rent a car and drive to Oranjestad and other places (say a good beach) if you want a change of scenery. You should ask your hosts about good places for diving and snorkeling.
Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa
May 3rd, 2009 by jinkyManchebo Beach Resort & Spa has great location. Manchebo’s stretch of beach property is probably the best among comparable resorts in Eagle Beach. The huts on the beach may be used on a first-come, first-served basis; you’ll have to be out really early though if you want to get a hut as near to the water as possible. On the upside, the huts are spaced far apart so you won’t feel crowded out by the guests on neighboring huts. The Alhambra Casino is close by if you are feeling lucky.
Bucuti Beach Resort Aruba
May 3rd, 2009 by jinkyThe Bucuti Beach Resort in Aruba is not on just any beach – it is on the Eagle Beach which, as you probably know, is one of Aruba’s most gorgeous beaches. You’re definitely going to enjoy sunbathing and walking on the Bucuti Beach. The view is amazing from the hotel; swimming may be tricky in the rocky parts, though.