Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino

"Located in the heart of the high-rise district, The Hilton Aruba opened in 1959 as the island’s first large hotel. Designed by architect Morris Lapidus, whose most famous works include Miami’s Fontainebleau and Eden Roc, the hotel was nicknamed the “Grande Dame.” The 357-room resort was transitioned into a Hilton in 2015 and retains much of its midcentury charm along with modern conveniences—like the ability to order food and drinks directly to your palapa. The resort manages to never feel too crowded, even at high occupancy levels. It consists of three towers, named after the ABC (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao) islands, with many rooms offering stunning ocean views. Aruba’s signature cocktail, the Aruba Ariba, was first invented at this property, and the outdoor bar Mira Solo is the perfect place to enjoy one as you catch nightly live music and sunset views through the palm trees." - Jacqueline Dole

"Wins over families with its palapa-studded beach and action-packed activity schedule. There’s also a kids club and evening activities such as dive-in movies and s’mores." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"The 'Retrograde Ritual by Eforea Spa' at the Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, which was introduced in January, includes meditation and guided breathing on the property’s white-sand beach."

"This Palm Beach resort lets type A vacationers make the most of every minute of their trip. For families, the jam-packed roster of activities ranges from cycling tours and bird interactions to cupcake decorating, beach marble races, and scavenger hunts. Meanwhile, adults can keep busy on their own at the beachfront fitness center and eforea spa, which offers native aloe experiences, outdoor cabanas, and signature treatments. Have a little down time? The 357 rooms have an airy, modern feel; each also has its own private balcony or patio ideal for enjoying island breezes. For those happy to while away the hours near the water, chaise longues surround two palm-fringed pools, and plenty of beachside palapas sit just steps from the sea. There are also six different dining options on site, from a tapas-style breakfast spot and high-end steakhouse to a seafood shack and cocktail bar with live entertainment." - AFAR Editors

"This Palm Beach resort lets type A vacationers make the most of every minute of their trip. For adults, the jam-packed roster of activities ranges from cardio kickboxing and archery to salsa workshops and lessons on how to make your own aloe scrub. Another grown-up perk: every50-minute spa treatment and dinner for two comes with complimentary child care. Meanwhile, the ShocoLand kids club keeps tykes busy during the day with water-balloon races and seashell painting. Have a little down time? The 355 rooms were renovated in late 2016, and now have an airy, modern feel; each also has its own private balcony or patio ideal for enjoying island breezes. For those happy to while away the hours near the water, chaise longues surround two palm-fringed pools, and plenty of beachside palapas sit just steps from the sea."