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Hotel Riu Palace Aruba

Best for families with elementary-age kids and teenagers, as well as families seeking an all-inclusive experience with diverse dining and activities.

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Hotel Riu Palace Aruba is a 24-hour all-inclusive with a kids' club and dedicated pools, making it family-preferred despite some adult-leaning entertainment.
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba provides an all-inclusive experience directly on Palm Beach, offering a wide array of activities and dining options for families. Its dedicated kids' club and various pools ensure children of all ages have engaging and enjoyable experiences.
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba
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Set directly on the soft sands of Palm Beach, Hotel Riu Palace Aruba offers an all-inclusive atmosphere suitable for families seeking a vibrant Caribbean holiday. Guests have access to three outdoor pools, including a wading pool for younger children, alongside a diverse culinary experience across five restaurants and an ice cream parlor. The resort is conveniently located, with attractions like the Aruba Aloe Factory Museum and Store just a short taxi ride away, providing educational and cultural excursions. Snorkeling lessons are included, allowing families to explore the clear Caribbean waters. The hotel features play areas and a kids' club, catering to younger guests and providing parents with opportunities for relaxation, including a spa and sauna. This resort is well-suited for families with children of various ages, from toddlers enjoying the wading pool to older kids engaging in beach volleyball or snorkeling.

At a Glance

Family Snapshot

✓ Beachfront✓ All Inclusive✓ Kids Club✓ Family Rooms✓ Spa
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Things Families Love

  • ✓RiuLand kids' club offers daily activities for ages 4-12
  • ✓Dedicated children's pool with slides and a separate infant pool
  • ✓Spacious family rooms, including some with connecting options
  • ✓All-inclusive dining with varied buffets and an ice cream parlor
  • ✓Beachfront location on Palm Beach with included non-motorized watersports

Things to Know

  • !Children aged 2-12 incur a surcharge
  • !Specialty restaurants do not take reservations, requiring early queuing
  • !Evening entertainment and some poolside activities can be adult-oriented
  • !Some past guests have reported issues with room quality or renovations
  • !Resort is located next to an adults-only Riu Palace Antillas, to which guests have full access (excluding its à la carte restaurants)
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Quick Facts

Price$$$$ · Luxury
Price NoteAll-inclusive rates for a family of 4 (2 adults, 2 children, with children ages 2-12 surcharged) at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba during peak season (December-April) are typically over $500/night.
Star Rating5 stars
Best ForBest for families with elementary-age kids and teenagers, as well as families seeking an all-inclusive experience with diverse dining and activities.
AddressJ.E. Irausquin Blvd 79, Noord, Aruba
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Around the Resort

Nearby Highlights

→ Palm BeachDirectly on
→ The Butterfly Farm Aruba8 min walk
→ Aruba Aloe Factory Museum and Store8 min taxi
→ Eagle Beach5 min taxi
→ California Lighthouse13 min taxi
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