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The Mill Resort & Suites Aruba

J.E. Irausquin Blvd #330, Aruba, none

of Cancun Airport

3 stars out of 5

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Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1202
Local currency: USD

Still somewhat of a secret, The Mill Resort is a tranquil low-rise oasis just steps away from the renowned high-rise glitz and glamour of Palm Beach. It offers the best of both worlds and, incredibly, at an outstanding value! The Mill Resort offers Privacy, Safety and Security. Languish poolside in sun or shade with a frosty pina colada; enjoy a revitalizing facial or massage; learn salsa and Latin dancing; take an afternoon siesta in your fully appointed luxurious suite or a relaxed walk along the hotel strip. If its action you crave, catch the bus to downtown Oranjestad to explore an endless sea of shops; snorkel or scuba; cruise turquoise Caribbean waters; take the off-road challenge; or claim your own stretch of ivory beach.

Please be advised that the fitness room at The Mill Resort Suites Aruba is out of order until further notice. Guests may buy a discounted entry pass to the Gym at the Westin across the street at the front desk.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1202
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

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Overall score

3.2 out of 5

(45 reviews)

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Hotel address: J.E. Irausquin Blvd #330, Aruba, Aruba  none  

 
 

Area served

Palm Beach, Aruba

Area airports

Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) Approximate driving time is 15 minutes and distance is 9 miles (14 km.)

Description

The beach is just across the street, so guests can enjoy a wide array of water sports, from swimming and snorkeling to sailing and windsurfing. Kids can chase waves, build a sandcastle, or burn off energy in the hotel’s own playground. Also at the hotel itself are two outdoor pools and exercise facilities.

Amenities

  • Free Parking
  • Pool
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Spa services
  • Conference Facilities

Dining

The Garden Cafe

The Garden Cafe offers breakfast, lunch and casual dining.

Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room

Royal

Royal features: one king size bed, large mirrored bath with Jacuzzi and shower, mini-fridge, coffee maker, sitting area, ground-floor patio or first-floor terrace.

One Bedroom Suite

One Bedroom Suite features: two king size beds, two bathrooms, full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, blender, microwave, dining/sitting area, ground-floor patio or first-floor terrace.

Supersaver

Supersaver features: special rates for studio room with one king size bed, (some with sofa bed), bathroom with shower, full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, blender, microwave, dining/sitting area.

JR Suite

JR Suite features: one king size bed or two double beds with sofa bed, bathroom with shower/tub, kitchenette, stove, mini-fridge, coffee maker, toaster, blender, microwave, ground-floor patio or first-floor terrace.

Studio

Studio features: One king size bed, (some with sofa bed), bathroom with shower, full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, blender, microwave, dining/sitting area.

Two Bedroom Suite

Two Bedroom Suite features: two king beds or one king bed and two double beds, two bathrooms, full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, blender, microwave, dining/sitting area, ground-floor patio or first-floor terrace.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1202
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

3.2 out of 5

(45 reviews)

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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

You get, what you pay for...

Vee Nov 9, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

fair...the staff and visitors were friendly. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Money savers tip

purchase all-inclusives.


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Score

1 out of 5

Quick tip

Mill Resort is a non resort

captew Oct 12, 2009

stayed at Westin across the street for 5 nights prior, but this place is a zoo. Music by the pool blaring until 10:00 pm so ... coud not sleep or hear the TV. Police came at 9:30 to break up a fight near the pool. Beds have no box spring just thin mattress. Lizard in room on wall, a real one. Staff was nice. [...]

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
4
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
1
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Walk

Aqua Grille is a phenomenal experience. Best food we had all week form all over the island.


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Score

3 out of 5

Avg.. but Enrique, the bartender, rocks!

MissJ Oct 1, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It was a good hotel. Definitely good service for the price. We didn't expect a 5-star gig so it was fine. In general ... customer service in Aruba was not that great and this hotel was no exception. However, the Colombian bartender, Enrique, was amazing. He helped us find the cool places to go to, and would keep us entertained during a short breaks at the bar. He introduced us to a small group of guests staying from Venezuela so we were able to make nice friends that we are still in touch with. The Internet fee at the hotel is a bit of a rip off but I guess one's not there to be on the computer. Also, the beach is not as close as one would think but they have a shuttle and it is within walking distance. Also, they're late night snacks--sandwiches--are horrible. Make sure to buy things at the supermarket if you have a car, or get it from the hotel store before it closes. Otherwise, you'll come back to your hotel at 4am after partying and you have nothing to munch on. :)

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
4
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Single


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Quick tips from our users

Money savers tip

purchase all-inclusives.

--Vee, Jonesboro, GA Nov 9, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Aqua Grille is a phenomenal experience. Best food we had all week form all over the island.

--captew, southern NH Oct 12, 2009

Shopping tip, Short Drive

The bus stops right in front of hotel which will take you to most parts of the island.

--diamondgirl, CT Sep 29, 2009

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Reviews from our customers

Overall score

3.2 out of 5

(45 reviews)

Hotel reviews: About the scores

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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

You get, what you pay for...

Vee Nov 9, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

fair...the staff and visitors were friendly. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Money savers tip

purchase all-inclusives.


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Score

1 out of 5

Quick tip

Mill Resort is a non resort

captew Oct 12, 2009

stayed at Westin across the street for 5 nights prior, but this place is a zoo. Music by the pool blaring until 10:00 pm so ... coud not sleep or hear the TV. Police came at 9:30 to break up a fight near the pool. Beds have no box spring just thin mattress. Lizard in room on wall, a real one. Staff was nice. [...]

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
4
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
1
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Walk

Aqua Grille is a phenomenal experience. Best food we had all week form all over the island.


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Score

3 out of 5

Avg.. but Enrique, the bartender, rocks!

MissJ Oct 1, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It was a good hotel. Definitely good service for the price. We didn't expect a 5-star gig so it was fine. In general ... customer service in Aruba was not that great and this hotel was no exception. However, the Colombian bartender, Enrique, was amazing. He helped us find the cool places to go to, and would keep us entertained during a short breaks at the bar. He introduced us to a small group of guests staying from Venezuela so we were able to make nice friends that we are still in touch with. The Internet fee at the hotel is a bit of a rip off but I guess one's not there to be on the computer. Also, the beach is not as close as one would think but they have a shuttle and it is within walking distance. Also, they're late night snacks--sandwiches--are horrible. Make sure to buy things at the supermarket if you have a car, or get it from the hotel store before it closes. Otherwise, you'll come back to your hotel at 4am after partying and you have nothing to munch on. :)

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
4
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Single


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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

couples retreat

diamondgirl Sep 29, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

* relaxed & sightsee * more activities ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
5
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
5
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, Short Drive

The bus stops right in front of hotel which will take you to most parts of the island.


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Score

2 out of 5

Quick tip

MIXED FEELINGS

Weekend Vacation-er Sep 14, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel is NOT on the beach. It is across the street from the beach. Our room was MOLDY, our sheets smelled horrible, in ... fact we had to use towels as sheets b.c of fear of mold. we complained to the front desk and were not moved. The pool is great as is the staff. The DJ is awesome! the hotel parties are wonderful. The drinks are good, but don't count on heavy alcohol content. I loved the hotel but our room was horrible. The view from our room was brown grass, it looked awful. I guess you get what you pay for.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Friends

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Take the bus to the downtown area, it's right across the street from the hotel. A cab to the hotel from the airport costs 25USD. You can also take the bus to the hotel. Must try restaurant: old fisherman's (by the bus depot downtown, aruba).


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Good hotel /price but no activities

Emilie Sep 13, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We rent a car to see all the island has to give. The trips managed by the hotel were expensives. The activities were not as ... discibed on their website because not enough people was there. The happy hour is the only activity.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

The fontain cave !


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Alot for a little

Robbintoo Aug 15, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Although the front entrance is nothing to speak of, you are very pleasantly surprised when you enter and see the beautiful, ... large pool area. There are two large irregularly shaped pools surrounded by the 2 story units, palm trees, and thatched umbrellas that fit 3 lounges underneath. The bar is poolside as is the restaurant. There are 3 sizes of rooms. The "smallest" has a whirlpool tub between the room and bath area. The middle sized room is larger and has an additional sofabed instead of the tub. All 3 sizes are adjoining to allow combinations of different size units. The largest has a kitchenette. All have a small refrigerator. The only problems we had with the rooms were minor. We had a leak in the bedroom of one room, there was a problem with the satellite tv (not the hotel's fault), and the knobs in the bathroom sink were very hard to turn. This was balanced by the whirlpool tub and the large double sink.While the mattresses are not great,we slept very comfortably. The location of the hotel is very convenient. It is midway between the large hotel area and the small hotel area. The Westin hotel is across the street and the "Mill beach" adjoins it. It is a short walk to the beach(around the Westin), or the hotel has a beach shuttle which will drive you there whenever you like. It is about a 3 block walk to the main restaurant and boutique area. There is also a bus stop right outside the back entrance of the hotel. The ride into the downtown area is about 10-15 minutes and is very reasonable. The bus is $1.30 one way or $2.30 round trip.There are buses that go to just about all the tourist sights and beaches. Renting a car is more convenient, but not really necessary. While we were there, we toured the island, which we found very interesting. You get a much better perspective of what the island is like than by just staying in the hotel area or seeing only beaches. We took the Atlantis submarine and loved it. It is on the expensive side, but well worth the cost. We went down 137 feet and saw ocean life that we would never get to see otherwise. Put that on the top of your "must do" list. There are many other interesting tours if you like to keep active. We spent 1 1/2 days in town which has great shopping. There are a few malls (one, the Renaissance)is very high end with many designer shops. It also has the best casino we went into with MANY slot machines and table games. Most of the slots were penny machines, but you have to put in about $1.80-$2.50 a shot to win the big prizes.We found the atmosphere to be much more fun than the hotel casinos. We spent the rest of the time either around the pool or at the beach. ONE CAVEAT....try to determine if the hotel has a promotion for the locals on the weekend. We came on a Monday and from Monday through Wednesday the pool was totally tranquil. On Thursday, when the promotion started, the hotel was loaded with children who took over the pool area for the next 3 days. There was so much yelling, running around and carrying on that it made it impossible for the adults to have any peace. Adults are supposed to supervise their children, bur few did. This was the one big negative of the week. If you are not planning to spend much time around the pool, this will be a non-issue, but if you want to relax, it will be very difficult. I do want to emphasize that this may not happen if there is no cut price promotion going on. Restaurants in the area and in town are quite expensive. We checked out many menus. The appetizers ran between $10-15 each and entrees were typically in the $20s and up. Desserts ran about $6.50-7.50. The restaurant at The Mill was the best and most reasonable of all we tried. The only problem is that many of the items on the menu have been cut out due to the fact that it was a slow time. The only thing we would have like is more to do in the evening. We did not go into the larger hotels, but in the hotel area and in town "entertainment" consisted mostly of...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

Don't waste time going to Baby Beach. It is not as pretty as some of the other beaches, even though it is touted as a great beach. Very little shade, pay toilets.


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Score

4 out of 5

Adequate accomodations!

Single girls who had a great vacation Aug 4, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This was my second trip to the island, my first trip in 2005 and my 2nd trip in July '09. Previously I had stayed at the ... Hyatt and choose The Mill this trip due to budget reasons. I found the hotel to be clean although not as fancy as others which is what I expected. [...] at the front desk, was very helpful and friendly. I didn't charge anything to the room due to opinions I had read prior to my vacation so I didn't have any problems with incorrect charges. Upon my earlier than check in arrival, our room was ready, unfortunately that room had only one king bed and we needed two double beds. That was corrected immediately and the new room was also ready. Our room was located on the side of the property facing the Westin on the first floor with patio access to the grassy area by the pool. The furnishings and tile in the bathroom were a little outdated but it was clean and the cleaning staff came each day in a timely manner to perform their cleaning duties which left the room with a nice citrus scent each day. The air conditioning worked great, as a matter of fact I had to use 3 blankets to accomodate my friend's need to stay cool! I didn't experience any problems with bugs as noted by other travelers opinions. My complaints are: the shower pressure was not the best,the towels not the fluffiest(no washcloths available, only hand towels), refrigerator wasn't that cold even on lowest setting,the closet set up with 3 sliding doors made access difficult for both sides at the same time. The pool area was very quiet with no activites as noted on their website. It was always clean of any debris and water just the right temp to cool you off. The beach area was okay, a little crowded with chairs and people but no problem getting a chair in a sunny or shady spot and the shuttle service was timely. No big deal to us to be across the street from the beach. The buffet breakfast offered was overpriced, but we found that 2 bagels w/ cream cheese and 1 coffee @ $6.50 to be sufficient, plus we went grocery shopping at Super Food on Sunday open from 10-1 for our breakfast and lunch food. The hotel location couldn't be better to access downtown and low/high rise areas plus there is a bus stop close. The bus was $2.30 for a round trip, $1.3 for one way and not normal to wait more than 10-15 mins for pickup. A taxi to downtown I think was around $12. I would definitely stay at The Mill again. The concierge was helpful with info reagrding the island and bus routes, the mini mart in the hotel was not overpriced and had most of the things you may have forgot to pack, and the rental car desk clerk got an economy car for us without any reservation for a reasonable price which we were able to drop off at the airport for a small charge the day of our departure. If you are expecting a 5 star resort this is not it, but if you are looking for adequate accomodations with easy access to the island this is your spot.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Single


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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

Very friendly and homey

Arie Aug 3, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel was nice but being single too many kids around. I would have preferred if they would have paid attention where ... they put the families and the single people. I believe if I go back I will stay in a different hotel. It had a very friendly staff but no room service and I had a child that screamed every morning. I am single!!! The staff was excellent!!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Single

Money savers tip, Short Walk

Be aware that taxi's are very expensive in Aruba and be prepared to bring extra money. Dining was great except for one restraraunt The Mirandi the atomsphere was awesome but the food not so good and very pricey also the cab ride is very expensive.


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Score

3 out of 5

Fine for a couple of nights

Sambagirl Jul 25, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We stayed here for 2 nights before checking into our timeshare. This was very adequate for the purpose. Rooms clean and good ... size. Liked that it was across the street from the bird sanctuary[Bublai Plas] for anyone interested in birds and a 2 minute walk to the Butterfly Farm. Pool was nice. Beach was 5 minute walk and not the cleanest-there was trash and beer bottles on beach. Restaurant was mediocre at best.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Family


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great location for the price!

Logo Kid Jun 29, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This is our second stay at the Mlll. We like the rooms and location to the other high-rise hotels and all the shops located ... nearby. Parking at the Mill was not a problem. The staff treated us very well.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Drive

Madame Janette's is an excellent place to dine: delicious food & excellent service!


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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

Needs A Little More.....

G and A Honeymooners Jun 23, 2009

The Mill Resort is a budget type of establishment. It appeared to be a cool place to stay but once you get there the ... trademark "Mill" restaurant in the front of the hotel is closed and somewhat run down. The "Mill" looked like it had been a nice little gift shop/restaurant/attraction spot but went out of business some years back and is now just an eye sore. I dont want to run this place into the ground, but the stay was mediocre. There was a DJ poolside but the guests were not excited at all. the mood of the hotel was drab at best. I will say that it was a clean establishment and the iguanas were neat to see walking around the pool area. If you want to have more of a modern and luxury type stay, you'll want to save just a little more money and stay at one of the nicer beachfront hotels. My wife and I will probably not stay there again. we didnt hate it, but when we saw the other hotels and what they had to offer, it was an easy decision for our next trip. We stayed 5 days and 4 nights. The Mill Resort is a good spot for rowdy teenagers out of high school or young broke college students looking to party on a budget to stay. I say this because this is the type of crowd that will bring life into this establishment. Everybody has their own experience, this was ours. (Honeymooners from Houston,TX)

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
4
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
3
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions tip, In Hotel

Do your research on the tours that are offered. Our hotel offered one that was for a partial day that only took you by Jeep around the island for about $95 per person. We shopped around and found the same deal but it was all day and included more sights, snorkeling, and a meal with drinks throughout the day for $89 a person. And the tour guide was a blast! Pay attention to what is available!


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

WOW, GREAT PLACE TO STAY!!!

The Mill Jun 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It was great!!! We had a lot of fun playing Bingo, and getting free drinks :-) ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip

Buy your own food for breakfast and lunch, and have fun at the restaurants at night!!! This was the best part of our vacation.....


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Score

3 out of 5

The Mill Resort

no nickname Jun 11, 2009

It was a relaxing vacation. The Mill Resort is a budget hotel with nice pool and has a good buffet breakfast but the price is ... a little high. The royal room was clean and basic. Had to ask for washcloths 3 times.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
2
Maintenance:
3
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
4
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great price for the stay

Traveled with friends Jun 8, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Hotel staff very friendly, thank you Feliz for getting our rooms straightened out! Rooms clean and most have a small ... kitchenette. Pool and patio are beautiful and great place to enjoy more sun after the beach. Hotel staff (desk, food service, housekeeping) all courteous and friendly. Price of rooms was terrific but it is not a luxury hotel BUT rooms are comfortable and clean, beach is a short walk across street. All this leaves the extra $$ to enjoy the Aruba nightlife. Would stay again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Walk

The Mills are at the beginning of the strip of restaurants and shops. A great place to start your day with a walk or run. There are tons of great places to eat....don't miss Smokey Joes, best ribs. The lighthouse is a beautiful trip (10 min car ride) to see the sunset but the restaurant is not worth the $$...a drink and appy is all but the dinner was not worth the expense. Aruba has changed a lot in the past 15 years, more family friendly. Best snorkeling and scuba diving.


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5 out of 5

AMAZING!!!!

Tony & Yollie Jun 6, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Excellent Hotel. Don't let the price scare you. Although the price was reasonable -- everything was top notch. Close to ... the beach.. just cross the street and your there. The bus stop was also across the street. No need to rent a car... taxi & bus rates are reasonable. When we arrived at the airport -- we took a taxi to the resort ($20.00 for 4 people)... check in was fast & easy. Ate lunch at the resort (try the fish soup & pineapple burger.. amazing!!). Then off the beach it was. Dinners are expensive. Beware. Blossoms Restaurant across the street in the Westin was really good. Reasonable prices. Took the bus into town ($2.60pp roundtrip). If you get a chance eat at the Old Fisherman Restaurant -- located next to the bus depot. Good Food. Try the "pantechi" ask for it fried -- to die for. Also, the tours are quite expensive. We rented a jeep for one day ($97.00 insurance included) you can rent it right from the lobby and they bring the car to you -- drove from one side of the island to the other -- took about 40 minutes. We visited the numerous beaches (baby beach is amazing).. also saw the California Lighthouse... and other places. After a full day of excitement and sun -- we lounged around the pool drinking wine and re-capturing the days events. Again, if your looking for a good deal ($$$) stay at The Mills Resort. FYI... bring lots of sunblock. The sun is brutal.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Friends


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3 out of 5

you get what you pay for

just Fab May 29, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

It is a good bang for your buck-if you are looking for a quiet vacation- I like to go where the party's is at-not a good fit ... for me-I stayed there one night -the rest of the week I was in the Marriot surf club-had a blast- short drive from everywhere-so if you rent a car you'll be fine..

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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3 out of 5

Overall Good Stay

Aruba newbie May 28, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We arrived at the hotel pretty late because we had a late flight and the desk was fully staffed and there were zero check-in ... problems. The initial room we got was was the hotel calls a "studio room" on its website but we went back to the desk immediately. It was very spacious with a kitchenette but the bathroom was not fully cleaned and it was very tiny (no bath only shower). The whole feel was just outdated. We were able to get a change to a royal room which was a bit smaller and only has a microwave and kitchen but that worked well for us b/c we had no intention of cooking. Overall, I'd say the hotel is not bad as long as you get the right room but it definitely is a bit outdated especially in the bathroom. Also, the housekeeping staff really only did the bare minimum once you checked in and we had to request face clothes and specific cleaning constantly. Overall, I had a great trip and didn't have too many complaints about the hotel or its location. If I had the funds I would stay elsewhere the second time around but if not, I'd stay here again.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
5
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples


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1 out of 5

I would not recommend this resort!

Jan May 21, 2009

We were told by a fellow traveler on our flight to Aruba that we would really enjoy the Mill - that the accommodations were ... old and needed to be updated, but the staff was extremely friendly and they would not stay anywhere else on the island - so we were looking forward to our one-night stay. Obviously the owners units are FAR different than the overnight guests accommodations. We would not recommend this resort to anyone. I think the only good part about it is it's location. It is within walking distance of quite a few casinos and restarants. It's not the worst place we've ever stayed, but close to it.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
1
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
2
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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3 out of 5

"Not soo Bad"

peggy May 19, 2009

Our experience was fine.I just wish the rooms were a little cleaner and bigger.I also wish they changed the sheets ... everyday,you are at a sandy place.But,all in all it wasn't bad.We had a roof over our head,a bed to sleep in, and a toliet and shower.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
2
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Money savers tip

purchase all-inclusives.

--Vee, Jonesboro, GA Nov 9, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Aqua Grille is a phenomenal experience. Best food we had all week form all over the island.

--captew, southern NH Oct 12, 2009

Shopping tip, Short Drive

The bus stops right in front of hotel which will take you to most parts of the island.

--diamondgirl, CT Sep 29, 2009

Entertainment tip, Short Walk

Take the bus to the downtown area, it's right across the street from the hotel. A cab to the hotel from the airport costs 25USD. You can also take the bus to the hotel. Must try restaurant: old fisherman's (by the bus depot downtown, aruba).

--Weekend Vacation-er, NYC Sep 14, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

The fontain cave !

--Emilie, New York Sep 13, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

Don't waste time going to Baby Beach. It is not as pretty as some of the other beaches, even though it is touted as a great beach. Very little shade, pay toilets.

--Robbintoo, Yonkers, NY Aug 15, 2009

Money savers tip, Short Walk

Be aware that taxi's are very expensive in Aruba and be prepared to bring extra money. Dining was great except for one restraraunt The Mirandi the atomsphere was awesome but the food not so good and very pricey also the cab ride is very expensive.

--Arie, Austin Pennsylvania Aug 3, 2009

Dining tip, Short Drive

Madame Janette's is an excellent place to dine: delicious food & excellent service!

--Logo Kid, Michigan Jun 29, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, In Hotel

Do your research on the tours that are offered. Our hotel offered one that was for a partial day that only took you by Jeep around the island for about $95 per person. We shopped around and found the same deal but it was all day and included more sights, snorkeling, and a meal with drinks throughout the day for $89 a person. And the tour guide was a blast! Pay attention to what is available!

--G and A Honeymooners, Houston, Tx, USA Jun 23, 2009

Dining tip

Buy your own food for breakfast and lunch, and have fun at the restaurants at night!!! This was the best part of our vacation.....

--The Mill, Holland, MI Jun 23, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

The Mills are at the beginning of the strip of restaurants and shops. A great place to start your day with a walk or run. There are tons of great places to eat....don't miss Smokey Joes, best ribs. The lighthouse is a beautiful trip (10 min car ride) to see the sunset but the restaurant is not worth the $$...a drink and appy is all but the dinner was not worth the expense. Aruba has changed a lot in the past 15 years, more family friendly. Best snorkeling and scuba diving.

--Traveled with friends, Northern NJ Jun 8, 2009

Nightlife tip, Short Drive

best time to go is october or april

--vator, wilkes barre pa May 5, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

With shallowm warm and calm waters, steady winds,Palm Beach is the best place on earth to learn kite surfing or windsurfing Just take the 10 minute shuttle bus ride to the northernmost Marriot and book instruction and eauip;ent from VELA or the cheaper ARUBA ACTIVE VACATIONS

--Yves, McLean, VA Apr 24, 2009

Dining tip, Short Drive

The Italian restaurant at the California Lighthouse.....somehow, that always makes things perfect while in Aruba....

--Cleanfreak, Charlotte, NC Apr 22, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Walk

Across the street from the beach

--Kenneth, Chicago Nov 15, 2008

Nightlife tip, Short Walk

This is a very convenient location, right behind the Westin, and a 5-minute drive from beaches , shopping and nightlife areas. It's about a 10-minute drive into downtown Oranjestaad. Only a 5-minute walk to the Butterfly Farm.

--Adele, USA Sep 2, 2008

Dining tip, Short Drive

Make sure to have dinner at the restaurant 'LA TRATTORIA EL FARO BLANCO' It is located about 15 minutes away (by car) from the Mill Resort; it is a beautiful Italian Restaurant with a fantastic view of the island - since Aruba is a mostly flat island, the elevation of the restaurant is welcomed.

--Carole, Dollard Des Ormeaux, QC Jul 27, 2008

Nightlife tip, Short Walk

At night we took walks down the beach to the different high rise hotels and had dinner and drinks.

--Jamie, USA May 5, 2008

Dining tip, Short Walk

best restaurants are on palm beach! try Texas de Brazil, Casa Tua, and Picallos at the Hyatt.

--karen, Boston, MA Apr 19, 2008

Dining tip, Short Walk

Pretty good location near the beach, shops and dining.

--Tikia, New York, NY Mar 20, 2008

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