Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino

Hotel · Aruba ·

Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino

Hotel · Aruba ·

Modern rooms, beachfront, spa, casino, 6 eateries, live music

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J.E. Irausquin Blvd 81, Noord, Aruba Get directions

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"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

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"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

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"A family-friendly Palm Beach resort with 357 airy, modern rooms each sporting a private balcony or patio, plus an extensive activities program for kids (cycling tours, bird interactions, cupcake decorating, beach marble races, scavenger hunts) and adult-focused facilities including a beachfront fitness center and an eforea spa offering native aloe experiences, outdoor cabanas, and signature treatments. Two palm-fringed pools and plentiful beachside palapas provide seaside relaxation, while six dining options span tapas-style breakfast spots to high-end steakhouses, a seafood shack, and a cocktail bar with live entertainment." - AFAR Editors

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"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."

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Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino

Karin D

Google

I stayed at the Hilton during the end of Oct/beginning of November while construction was ongoing. The resort is beautiful and situated on the best part of Palm Beach and across the street from many food and entertainment options should you opt to leave the resort. The construction was not a problem during my stay - yes, some noise heard while on the beach but not a nuisance or distraction from relaxing under a palapa. The reservation system for the palapas was easy and straightforward, as was booking activities like paddle boarding. The beach is clean and expansive. I walked along the beach and the ocean-side sidewalk between the Hilton and other neighboring resorts and would not choose to stay at the Marriott, Ritz or St. Regis based on their beach conditions. I did not use the pool, but it looked like a nice option for families with small kids. The gym is brand new and well-equipped, though cramped. If trying to use weights, you’ll be bumping into people. My two double bed, partial ocean view room in the Curaçao tower was very nice - clean, modern, quiet, and comfortable. The grounds at the resort are beautifully landscaped and maintained. I only ate at Oscars Market, but found the prices very reasonable and the breakfast options were very good. The staff was friendly and helpful, I don’t understand the negative reviews the staff has received on other reviews. Everyone was accommodating, from early check-in, luggage storage, to a late checkout. I was nervous about the construction but needlessly so. It was also refreshing to feel very safe here, compared to other Caribbean locations where I have been hounded to buy drugs or go to makeshift shops as soon as I stepped off the hotel property. I will definitely return to this Hilton property on a future trip to Aruba.

omer K.

Google

I didn't liked the fact that you have to pay for the beach umbrellas, it was called palapas. If you're lucky, the last row was free, by the sidewalk. The service was okay, anyways you pay for it, it's not all inclusive. The location was okay and I will recommend it for the families. The food at the restaurant was delicious and the service was great. You also have a lot of restaurants outside across the street, but go further down, there is a lot more to see.

Justine A.

Google

I recently returned from a 7-day stay at Hilton Aruba with my family. We have stayed at your resort four times in the past two years, and up until now, our visits have always been memorable for the warmth, hospitality, and service that made us look forward to returning. Unfortunately, this most recent visit was very upsetting and did not meet the standards we have come to associate with Hilton Aruba. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere felt unwelcoming. In the past, we were always greeted warmly upon arrival, but this time there was little acknowledgment, which set a disappointing tone for the rest of our stay. At check-in, Bradley mentioned that he was upgrading us to an oceanfront room; however, it was the same room category we had stayed in during a previous visit, which was not marketed as oceanfront. While he was enthusiastic, it felt disingenuous, and the only amenity offered was a 20% coupon for the Sunset Grille. For a family that has been loyal to your resort, visiting twice a year, that gesture felt underwhelming. We also rented palapas for five of the seven days of our stay. The service we experienced was consistently poor, and on Sunday, September 21st, we were especially disappointed. Despite paying for an oceanfront palapa, our view was completely blocked by a private party setup with tables, chairs, and lighting equipment. One of the reasons I rent front-row palapas is so I can watch my children safely in the water, and having our view obstructed was both frustrating and concerning. I have attached photos for your reference. In addition, we dined at the breakfast buffet and were surprised at the negative attitudes we encountered. Something as simple as requesting decaf coffee or hot sauce seemed to be treated as an inconvenience. This is not the level of service one expects from a Hilton resort, and certainly not from a property we have returned to so many times. As loyal guests, my husband and I save and work hard to bring our children to Aruba because we have always felt the Hilton experience was worth it. Sadly, this visit left us very disappointed. I truly miss the warm welcome we used to receive from staff such as Vickie, who always greeted us with a smile, remembered our family, and went above and beyond to make us feel at home. That type of personal touch is what kept us coming back. I am writing in the hope that you will take this feedback seriously. We want to continue returning to Hilton Aruba, but our most recent experience left us questioning whether we should. I would appreciate a response and hope that steps can be taken to restore the welcoming, high-quality experience that your loyal guests have come to expect.

Dreamer727430

Google

Our stay at the Hilton was wonderful. The staff was so friendly and accommodating!! They made our stay easy and enjoyable. The rooms were very clean and well kept. The location was within walking distance to so many amazing restaurants and the strip for shopping. Even though we gave it five stars- things that did not interrupt our stay but could impact yours are the free wifi would occasionally go down and we stayed in a tower next to construction. We only heard the construction twice, and it did not impact sleep or anything like that. |We highly recommend the Hilton for the quality and the staff especially!!

Ladiebugg4

Google

This place is amazing! Relaxing! Low crowds, lots of places to sit around the pool and beach. Palapas are available to rent on the beach. We came down to the pool at 11:30am and there were lots of open seats around d the pool. The water is blue/green and warm. The hotel is modern. The staff is super friendly. We came here 22 years ago for our honeymoon (when it was the Radisson) and we are bringing our kids next year. This is a hotel that you’ll want to visit over and over.

denisep042

Google

The Hilton staff was super welcoming and friendly upon our arrival. Make sure to have some cash to tip the bellman as they do help bring your luggage up to your room. The rooms are starting to show some of their age - scuffed furniture, chipped paint, etc. but the rooms are still very clean and spacious. The resort is perfectly located in Aruba with restaurants and shops nearby and the airport only about a 15-20 min drive. The beach was beautiful with plenty of beach chairs/umbrellas to reserve. The pools were great although rather underwhelming. There isn't a snack/bar nearby so you have to go about your way to get drinks pool side. There were some waiters but they were quite slow. The pools definitely lacked some good vibes. The spa was amazing. They outdid themselves with the new building and the staff was so welcoming. I got a 50 min full body massage and felt rejuvenated. Definitely arrive early to take advantage of their snacks/drinks in the lounge area and their sauna/cold plunge. The small shops inside the resorts were lifesavers! Coffee and croissants in the morning were delicious. The breakfast buffet was a bit on the expensive side ($35/person) but it does offer a large array of breakfast items. The casino was so sad. Completely empty and quite small. We did visit in October which I hear is their slow season so perhaps that's why the casino was lacking. Construction was still ongoing but it wasn't that loud, it never disturbed our sleep.

Global12448038224

Google

Dinner at the Sunset Grill at the Hilton Aruba was excellent. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were fabulous. I ordered the skirt steak, medium rare, and it came out medium rare. Our server Imeida was wonderful and very attentive. I ordered a Cesar salad and asked for the pepper grinder. She can out with the huge grinder. It was so funny. I took a video. |I'll rate the restaurant a 5 out of 5

Brenda V.

Google

My absolute favorite hotel! We are headed to this hotel for our 8th time! The staff treats customers like family. Last year, our flight home was cancelled and the Front Desk Manager went out of her way to ensure we got the last hotel room that was available. I could not have asked for better service!

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