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.