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Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive Resort vs The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba

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What the badges mean:FPFamily Preferred — solid family choiceFFFamily First — built around kids & teens
KIDDOMETER RECOMMENDATION

Best for most families: Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive Resort

FFFamily First

Tamarijn Aruba is a true all-inclusive resort with extensive family amenities, a dedicated kids' club, and a strong family-friendly focus.

WHY TAMARIJN ARUBA ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT STANDS OUT
✓ All Inclusive✓ Teens Club
✓ OUR PICK
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive Resort
FFFamily First

Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive Resort

$$$$ Per night, avg.

This all-inclusive resort on Druif Beach offers a family-friendly setting with multiple outdoor pools, diverse dining, and a kids' club, providing an engaging Caribbean vacation for all ages. Guests benefit from included non-motorized water sports and bicycle rentals, encouraging active days under the Aruban sun.

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
FPFamily Preferred

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba

$$$$ Per night, avg.

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba offers families a refined Caribbean experience with direct access to Palm Beach and a dedicated kids' club. Children can enjoy tailored activities while parents relax by the pools or at the spa.

AT A GLANCE

Quick Facts

FEATURE
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive Resort
The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
All Inclusive
✓ Yes
Not included
Teens Club
✓ Yes
Not included
Adult Pool
Not included
✓ Yes
Price
$$$$
$$$$
Best For
Best for families with elementary-age children and teenagers seeking an active and relaxed all-inclusive beachfront vacation.
Best for families with elementary-age kids and tweens, as well as those with younger children seeking a relaxed beach vacation.
WHAT THEY BOTH SHARE
✓ Kids Club✓ Spa✓ Beachfront✓ Babysitting✓ Family Rooms✓ Grocery Nearby
AROUND THE RESORT

Nearby Highlights

TAMARIJN ARUBA ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT
→Druif Beach — Directly on
→Eagle Beach — 6 min drive
→The Butterfly Farm Aruba — 8 min drive
→De Palm Island — ~20 min drive + boat ride
→Donkey Sanctuary Aruba — ~20 min drive
THE RITZ-CARLTON, ARUBA
→Palm Beach — Directly on
→The Butterfly Farm Aruba — 6 min drive
→Boca Catalina Beach — 6 min drive
→California Lighthouse — 10 min drive
→Arikok National Park — 28 min drive
THE UPSIDE

Things Families Love

TAMARIJN ARUBA ALL INCLUSIVE
✓All oceanfront rooms with patio or balcony
✓Kids 12 and under stay and eat free at Tamarijn Aruba
✓Sea Turtles Kids Club for ages 4-12 offers daily activities
✓Access to Divi Aruba's facilities including more pools and dining
✓Non-motorized water sports and rock-climbing wall included
✓Multiple dining options, from buffets to a la carte
THE RITZ-CARLTON, ARUBA
✓Ritz Kids club with themed, educational activities for ages 4-12
✓Calm, shallow Palm Beach waters ideal for young swimmers
✓Complimentary non-motorized water sports including kayaks, paddleboards
✓Dedicated family pool alongside an adults-only option
✓Spacious rooms and suites, many with pull-out sofas and connecting options
✓Attentive staff willing to prepare custom meals for children
✓Several dining options offer kid-friendly choices or menus
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Things to Know

TAMARIJN ARUBA ALL INCLUSIVE
!Kids' club operates Monday through Friday only
!Some a la carte restaurants require dinner reservations
!Babysitting services are available for an extra charge
!Mini-fridges in rooms are empty, not stocked
!Internet access in public areas might have an additional fee
THE RITZ-CARLTON, ARUBA
!Ritz Kids club has an hourly fee for day programs and a separate cost for evening sessions
!Babysitting services are externally sourced, arranged via concierge
!Resort has a 24-hour casino, adjacent to the lobby
!Overall ambiance is upscale and tranquil, not a high-energy entertainment resort
!Daily resort fee applies to stays
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