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Aruba - BeachProperty information
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General policies & fine print
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th, 11th or 16th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together, Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
- Early Departure Penalty: 1 Night Applies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
- Early Departure Penalty: 2 Nights Applies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26
Ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor traveler rating
9347 reviews
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Jul 01, 2025Vacation
Great resort, service and amenities.. food choices were plentiful. Front desk staff were polite, friendly and always helpful.
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Jun 29, 2025Main downside…Construction
Overall we enjoyed our stay at the Riu. Food in the buffet was great, no complaints! However the a la carte restaurants the menu pictures didn’t match the food presented, and the food wasn’t that in comparison to the buffet. The staff were very friendly all over the resort. Absolutely enjoyed interacting with them. The beach was BEAUTIFUL. Now granted Aruba’s water is beautiful so I mean, should I expect any less? No! Downside, during our stay they were doing construction on another building on the property (right beside the pool) and on the backside across from our balcony. We were not informed that one of the elevators was down which just happened to be the elevator that goes up to the 8th floor (our floor). Each day we went up to the 7th floor and then walked to the stairs and up to our room. I know that couldn’t be changed but a notice when we checked in, would have been nice to ease the shock when you arrive and have to line up for an elevator in a hot hallway after travelling. Our room was a little dated (furniture wise) but the bathroom was fairly updated. Oh and let me not forget the grounds are maintained so well, no bugs in our room or hallways. The resort was clean!!! Housekeeping was great as well. We truly enjoyed our stay, aside from the construction, and elevator situation!
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Jun 22, 2025Old and run down!
OLD, OLD, OLD!!! Hotel is a rip off! We are a family of 5 and they forced us to book 2 rooms (connecting double junior suite) when we could have fit 6 people in one room! One of the double sinks in one of the rooms was cracked and while one was running the other was backing up. The shower drain was filled with long black hair from the previous guests. The dresser draws were cracked, stuck and ancient looking! The garment iron was full of mold and the iron board cover was old, stained and ancient! There were ZERO activities for kids. No game room, movie room etc as we were stuck in our room for almost 2 days because of the rain. The pool needs a major upgrade. Tons of cracks and missing tiles every where! Let’s not forget about the endless noise of construction equipment all day long! The jackhammer was NON STOP! The staff were very nice and friendly. The food was good.
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Jun 22, 2025
Trip June 2025
Trip with daughter for college grad Mon thru Fri Safe Clean Convenient Beach and pool beautiful Enjoyable
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Jun 20, 2025
Disappointing for the money
Over all so Disappointed I felt let down I booked my reservations eight months prior to my arrival and they tell me the room I booked is not available, how is that possible and If that is the case then that room should have been removed, I believe the just shove you in a room and hope you accept it, after Questioning them about that lie and speaking to the manager the offer me a roller bed in my room but did not want to change the price still wanted the $4900 in full and i was not having that The rooms are so old the A/c probably needs to be replaced in some rooms and on the website there is nothing notifying you there is construction going on everyday all DAY. You just have to deal with it, The pool is old and in need of repair look at the pictures i’m posting I expected so much more from the RIU & my $4900