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Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino

User score 4.2 out of 5 See all reviews
L G Smith Boulevard 82,Aruba, Aruba ...
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from 275 USD
/ night*

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*rate found for check-in Jan 1, check-out Jan 3

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

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.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1600
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD

Winter Sale at the Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino!


Book before January 31, 2010 for a stay anytime from January 1 to April 8, 2010 and receive up to 40% off!


All-inclusive packages are also available!


Indulge your taste for fun at a waterfront oasis bursting with energy and excitement at the Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino. You'll find two distinct resorts, offering fine dining, shopping and entertainment, two casinos, treating both families and adults to an atmosphere of pure exhilaration.

The Renaissance Marina Hotel is an adult-exclusive sanctuary with a sophisticated ambiance perfectly suited to singles and couples. At the Renaissance Ocean Suites, you will find ample room and activities for everyone in the family.

Relax at Aruba's only private beaches on Renaissance Island. These separate adult-only and family-friendly beaches are for guests only, & are a quick water taxi ride away, offering you the chance to enjoy a massage at the private Spa Cove, play tennis, grab a delicious lunch, or just unwind in the Caribbean water while working on your tan.

Enjoy the newly renovated Okeanos Spa featuring a modern new design, seven treatment rooms, Aruban Aloe treatments, and a private sun deck overlooking the marina.

Escape! All-Inclusive Know exactly how much your next trip to Aruba will cost with Renaissance Aruba's standard all-inclusive package consisting of three meals per day and unlimited drinks for one price at Renaissance operated restaurants.

All Inclusive Package Inclusions: Resort accommodations as selected by room type / Room taxes & service charges / Unlimited standard brand beverages including frozen drinks** / Daily American breakfast or breakfast buffet** / Daily a la carte or buffet lunch** / Daily a la carte or buffet dinner** / Dinner is defined as 1 Appetizer or Salad, 1 entree and 1 dessert from the menu / F&B service charge / Free use of Patamingo Kid's Club/15% Discount on Indoor Spa Treatments/Casino Match Play Coupon of $10 Per adult, per stay/ ** Services valid in Renaissance operated outlets only.

Package does not include: Room service / Retail store purchases / Mini-bar purchases / Spa treatments or massages / Motorized & non-motorized water sports / Diving / Beverages in the casinos / Airport transfers / Tours / In-room movies / Incidental charges (phone calls or Internet use) / Wine by the bottle, Champagne, & certain deluxe spirits & cordial purchases

**CONDITIONS: Package has to be purchased for entire stay & for all in room - Minimum 4 night stay, alcoholic beverages will not be served to minors (17 & under), unused portions are non-refundable and non transferable & has no cash value, room service & in room mini-bar are not included, full bottles of any type of liquor are not included, children 12 & under are required to choose from the Kids Menu where available.

**Dinner at LG Smith's Steak & Chop House is limited to the Silver Menu (See package details with restrictions for each promotion).

Additional features include: Cardiovascular equipment, Free weights, Jogging / fitness trail, Kayaking, Sailing, Sauna, Scuba diving/Snorkeling, Tennis, Volleyball, Marina Hotel Swimming Pool and Ocean Suites Swimming Pools - towels provided at both, Babysitting, Cash machine/ATM, Concierge desk, Daily housekeeping service, Evening turndown service, Wheelchairs.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1600
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Jan 1, check-out Jan 3

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

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

4.2 out of 5

(126 reviews)

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Hotel address: L G Smith Boulevard 82, Aruba, Aruba  ...  

 
 

Area served

Located in the heart of downtown Oranjestad within walking distance of the main dining, shopping and night life areas of the island. Also located close to Renaissance Island, the resort's private island accessible by boat from the resort lobby.

Area airports

Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)

Description

Select areas at the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino are available for adults only - these include the Marina Hotel pool and fitness center, Okeanos Spa, the Lounge, Flamingo Beach on Renaissance Island and our two casinos. Families will excite in play-filled getaways to the Renaissance Ocean Suites and enjoy a variety of amenities throughout the property, including Iguana Beach on Renaissance Island. Renaissance Island, a private 40-acre tropical island paradise featuring Aruba's only private beaches. The resort also features the island's most exciting shopping, dining, casinos, shows, and nightlife! Additional activities nearby include: Horseback riding (3 mi), Jet-skiing (3mi), Squash (1mi), Laundry on-site (coin operated), Valet dry-cleaning

Amenities

  • Internet Access
  • Wireless internet
  • Concierge
  • Fitness room
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Conference Facilities
  • Health Club
  • Pool
  • High Speed Internet
  • Room service
  • Free Parking
  • Spa services
  • Business center

Dining

Sole

Located at the pool at the Renaissance Ocean Suites, Sole offers casual fare including burgers, steaks and shrimp. Enjoy one of the rum specialties while sitting at the swim up bar or a romantic cocktail while watching the sunset.

Room Service

6:00AM - 11:00PM

Aquarius

Located adjacent to the lobby of the Renaissance Marina Hotel, Aquarius offers a casual fare in a relaxed setting. For breakfast, you can enjoy an extensive daily buffet featuring made-to-order omelets, pancakes, pastries, cereals and much more a la carte morning favorites. For lunch and dinner, buffet and a la carte, the restaurant features an amazing array of choices with a touch of Caribbean flavor including some wonderful seafood specialties.

L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House

One of Aruba's top restaurants for wining and dining is located at the 2nd floor of the Renaissance Marina Hotel. This steak and chop house has an ultra modern decor and ambiance unparalleled in Aruba. This restaurant offers a menu of steak, veal and lamb with a selection of delectable desserts.

Ocean Suites Dinner on the Beach

Experience a great casual outdoor setting at Ocean Suites Dinner on the Beach with an a la carte menu offering fresh seafood, mouth watering steaks and dushi desserts. Located at the Renaissance Ocean Suites beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

Captain's Corner

For a fresh, buffet-style breakfast, eat at Captain's Corner at the Renaissance Ocean Suites. The buffet features made-to-order omelets, pancakes, pastries and cereals, all of this in a location that looks out over the resort pool, beach and ocean.

Papagayo Bar & Grill

Papagayo Bar and Grill is located on Renaissance Island and is open-air so you can enjoy the sights of the beach and the sounds of the ocean. The menu includes finger food, island salads, sandwiches and specialty frozen drinks.

Blue

In the lobby of the Renaissance Marina Hotel, BLUE serves your favorite frozen drinks, martinis, specialty mixed drinks and many other classics. BLUE also offers lunch and tapas items throughout the day.

The Lounge, Midnight Grill

Overlooking the Crystal Casino and adjacent to L.G. Smith's Steak and Chop house, the Lounge Midnight Grill offers an all-night light fare menu while enjoying live entertainment till sunrise.

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

Island Suite

Located in the Renaissance Ocean Suites - Highlighting views of the marina or park, these one-bedroom suites feature a king bed, spacious bathroom, and living room with queen sofa bed. Amenities include a wet bar with fridge, mini-fridge, microwave and coffeemaker, high-speed Internet access and balcony or patio. Maximum occupancy is 4.

FAMILY Suites

Ocean Suites and Island Suites. Maximum 4 guests, includes up to 2 adults and 2 children under 12 only. Any additional guests outside these specifications will be moved to another room at an additional cost.

Ocean Suite

Located in the Renaissance Ocean Suites - Showcasing stunning ocean or pool views, these spacious one-bedroom suites offer a king bed, large bathroom, living room with queen sofa bed, wet bar with fridge, mini-fridge, microwave and coffeemaker, high-speed Internet access and balcony or patio. Maximum occupancy is 4.

Resort Double

Located in the adult exclusive Renaissance Marina Hotel - These guest rooms offer views of Oranjestad, or the hotel atrium with the unique water launch. Rooms feature two double beds, French balcony, high-speed Internet access, mini-fridge, coffeemaker, and more. Maximum occupancy is 2.

Ocean King

Located in the adult exclusive Renaissance Marina Hotel - Splendid Ocean, marina, and/or pool views complement each of these spectacularly renovated guest rooms. All rooms offer a king bed, high-speed Internet access, a mini-fridge, coffeemaker, a French balcony and much more. Maximum occupancy is 2.

Resort King

Located in the adult exclusive Renaissance Marina Hotel - These guest rooms offer views of Oranjestad, or the hotel atrium with the unique water launch. Rooms feature one king bed, French balcony, high-speed Internet access, mini-fridge, coffeemaker, and more. Maximum occupancy is 2.

Island King

Located in the adult exclusive Renaissance Marina Hotel - Set on the higher floors, these guest rooms offer sweeping views of the island of Aruba. Each room features a king bed and French balcony, plus convenient amenities including high-speed Internet access, mini-fridge, and coffeemaker. Maximum occupancy is 2.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1600
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Jan 1, check-out Jan 3

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

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

4.2 out of 5

(126 reviews)

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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

Renaissance Aruba

HotMomma Dec 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

What I liked about the hotel: - The hotel owns 2 private beaches: one is Adult exclusive and one is Family Friendly. Both ... beaches are beautiful and relaxing. - The L.G. Chop House Steakhouse (part of the hotel) is an outstanding place to eat if you like good steak - Located near lots of eating places and shopping What I didnot like about the hotel: - The balancy to our room had cracks in the floor & was not very clean - Not a lot night life (i.e., dancing night clubs) in the hotel or surrounding area

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

Traveler type: Friends

Shopping tip, Short Walk

Mall connected to hotel and lots of other shopping stores in the surrounding area


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4 out of 5

refreshing and refreshing

Tom hagen Dec 16, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

service in the beginning was a really slow and the room smelled musty.we would have liked a younger crowd. ...

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

Traveler type: Family


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4 out of 5

home away from home

harvey Dec 9, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

check in was not great ...

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

Traveler type: Couples


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Shopping tip, Short Walk

Mall connected to hotel and lots of other shopping stores in the surrounding area

--HotMomma, MD Dec 19, 2009

Dining tip, Short Drive

We ate at various restruants during our stay and found the "El Gaucho" restaurant to be the best for steaks. The service was excellent and the food delicious. Food in Aruba is steep but we found it to be about the same as Las Vegas.

--Al, The Villages, Fl. Nov 30, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Dinner at Yemanga

--G, Boston Oct 28, 2009

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Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.2 out of 5

(126 reviews)

Hotel reviews: About the scores

Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.

Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."

The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.

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3 out of 5

Quick tip

Renaissance Aruba

HotMomma Dec 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

What I liked about the hotel: - The hotel owns 2 private beaches: one is Adult exclusive and one is Family Friendly. Both ... beaches are beautiful and relaxing. - The L.G. Chop House Steakhouse (part of the hotel) is an outstanding place to eat if you like good steak - Located near lots of eating places and shopping What I didnot like about the hotel: - The balancy to our room had cracks in the floor & was not very clean - Not a lot night life (i.e., dancing night clubs) in the hotel or surrounding area

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

Traveler type: Friends

Shopping tip, Short Walk

Mall connected to hotel and lots of other shopping stores in the surrounding area


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Score

4 out of 5

refreshing and refreshing

Tom hagen Dec 16, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

service in the beginning was a really slow and the room smelled musty.we would have liked a younger crowd. ...

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

Traveler type: Family


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4 out of 5

home away from home

harvey Dec 9, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

check in was not great ...

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

Traveler type: Couples


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3 out of 5

Eh, it was ok.

Super Traveler Nov 30, 2009

So to start, the hotel was in a fantastic location. It is located downtown where there are great shops and next to the ... marina. A main reason why we chose this hotel was because of the location and the private island that they had to offer. Overall, the hotel was ok. I wouldn't give it 4 or 5 stars though. The hotel looks dated and the rooms are small. For an extra fee you can have a view of the marina or a view of the "city" which is the back of the hotel. Let me forewarn you that if you get a room facing the streets of the city you will be woken up by the sounds of alarms at 3am in the morning. Overall, I was a bit disappointed with the hotel and probably would not stay here again.

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

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Our four day stay at the Ocean Suite

Al Nov 30, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Our stay was great. The staff at the hotel were friendly and very helpful with all the various questions we asked. ...

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:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Drive

We ate at various restruants during our stay and found the "El Gaucho" restaurant to be the best for steaks. The service was excellent and the food delicious. Food in Aruba is steep but we found it to be about the same as Las Vegas.


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Beautiful Property

G Oct 28, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

beautiful hotel but our view was nasty overlooking a building under reconstruction. went on lots of excursions to see the ... island. Thought our package was all inclusive so that was a surprise when it wasnt but did find some great restaurants thanks to [...] our bartender at the hotel. By far this was the best vacation that we have ever taken. Private Island was nice but noisy due to the airport.

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

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Walk

Dinner at Yemanga


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Unbeatable location for the price

Aruna Aruba Oct 26, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Aruba is exciting island with many activities.plenty of shopping and dining.Hotel room /suite is cheap but all inclusive part ... is very expensive, especially if you do not drink much and ,are vegetarian. But there are many resturants , walking distance and cheaper.Airport is very near and taxis fares are reasonabe.

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

Traveler type: Family

Dining tip, Short Walk

do not purchase all inclusive .Grocery shops walking distance so can utilise kichens in suites for basic breakfast, snacks.But no utensils,plates etc..many choices for breakfast lunch dinner just outside the hotel.


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Score

2 out of 5

Quick tip

Great Location, Unprofessional Service

Kirsten Sep 30, 2009

[...] We were supposed 2 $100 credit to casino, free breakfast everyday, and $50 in cocktails. We received 1 free breakfast. ... $50 credit in casino and no credit for cocktails.We also had to wait one hour and forty five minute to get into a room and on some days room service never even came. On the one day breakfast we did receive food was forgotten and cold by the time we got it. The hotel is beautiful, the pool and beach were amazing but I just felt overall disappointed and the staff was very unprofessional. I wouldn't go back to this resort.

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

Traveler type: Family

Nightlife tip, Short Walk

The nightlife in Aruba happens only on Fridays and Saturdays. There are great clubs to go to in short walking distance. To do any fun outdoor event is really expensive however and the food is extremely expensive.


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Score

4 out of 5

Renaissance Aruba

Kid nurse Sep 27, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This hotel is in downtown Oranjestad and it is very noisy. We tried to sleep with our balcony doors open but there were too ... many honking horns, hollering and loud cars. With the doors closed, it's not that bad. We also were approached by many men trying to sell us drugs when walking down the street from the hotel. It's definitely a downtown setting with all of the lights and shops. The Palm Beach area is much prettier and a lot quieter. But this hotel does have a beautiful setting and beautiful amenities. It's more o the town that was a disappoinment.

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

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Nice Hotel

Weekend Getaway Sep 22, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

For a suite, the bathroom left a bit to be desired. The Marina hotel was a bit loud at night, the music turns off at 11pm or ... midnight. Food was very good at both the steakhouse and the buffet. Otherwise the service was excellent. The private island was beautiful. I would stay here again.

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

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Walk

Try the dutch pancake restaurant for breakfast. Great crepes.


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Score

5 out of 5

Amazing long weekend

ps Sep 21, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The location of the hotel is in the downtown. It is really a great place to be and relax. Amazing connection to the private ... island.

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: Family


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

renaissance hotel

tony Sep 13, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

every experience in the hotel and area was enjoyable. ...

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: Couples

Dining tip, In Hotel

none


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Unbeatable location for the price

Pat Sep 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

it was the best island in the world ...

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: Couples

Nightlife tip, Short Walk

all the clubs are down the street


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Score

5 out of 5

Really nice!

Carolina Boy Sep 3, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This hotel has everything you need, a mall on the first floor, pool, bar, casino, restaurants, and a boat ride to a private ... island! Best I've ever had.

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

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Best Place to Honeymoon!

. Sep 1, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Perfect Place to honeymoon! I can't to go their again! The Ocean Suites and Adult only Marina Hotel was probably the best ... hotel on the island and very great price for all they have to offer! I loved the private island where you get a boat ride to and the beaches were amazing! A lot of activities were offered, and I had the best food there of my life! Overall best vacation A+++++++

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:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, In Hotel

YOU MUST GET AN ALL INCLUSIVE!!


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Best hotel in the world!!!!!

Leo Sep 1, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

That was my best vacation ever! The service is first class, the private island is awsome! It's not a vacation, it's paradise!!!! ...

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

Traveler type: Friends

Dining tip, Short Walk

The hotel restaurants are great, every of them!!! Even the snacks on the pool or the island is like in a gourmet restaurant, and they bring you the food straight to your place at the beach! The service and frindly staff like here I never meet before, and I been in 18 countrys!


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Score

4 out of 5

Honeymoon in Aruba

Dan e Vi Aug 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

If I come back there 100 times I'll stay at Ranaissance. ...

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:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

One Happy Review

luv2travel Aug 17, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

There's just something about Aruba... What a great vacation! The resort is located in downtown Oranjestad which is good if ... you like to learn a bit about the culture of the indigenous population. This includes local restaurants. Overall, the people were very nice and the food was incredible. I highly recommend El Gaucho (steakhouse). As for the resort... the staff was accommodating and friendly. The room was spacious and clean. I would say it's somewhere between a standard room and a full suite. It's definitely nice to have a private bedroom when traveling with children. It had a kitchenette which was good for heating leftovers and storing cold drinks. Happy hour at the pool was from 4:30 - 6:00 at which time all drinks were two for the price of one which was quite reasonable. The best part of the resort, by far, was the private island. The kids loved the little boat ride to get to the island and the beach there was great. The swimming area is defined by natural barriers which provided a feeling of added safety for the children. Eating at the restaurant on the island was pricey, so you may want to schedule your island and meal times accordingly. A good tip for families: They have a children's lunch on the island for $6 (extremely reasonable there) which included soup, entree, drink,and ice cream. The thing is that it's not advertised, so you have to ask about it. Overall, I was very pleased that we decided to stay here.

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

Traveler type: Family

Dining tip

Unfortunately, a number of the restaurants worth dining at in Aruba don't have children's menus or very limited ones. I've found that most will allow you to bring Taco Bell or McDonald's with you for the kids.


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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

Nice people, average place, bad location

Totti's jawn Aug 12, 2009

Everyone we dealt with was really nice. We thought it was a dead time to be in Aruba until we discovered the high rise ... hotels. If I went back would definitely want to be in high rise area. In booking with Orbitz I spoke with a rep and he didn't tell us about the locations. The Renaissance is in downtown Oranjestad which apparently used to be the hot spot but all the new money in Aruba appears to be invested into the high rise area. I tried to switch to a hotel there but because we were committed to an Orbitz package we could not change. With all of that said, if you are interested in a relaxing vacation away from the current tourist hotspots it is a nice, a little bit outdated place to be. Private beach is nice and the pool was nice with friendly staff. A couple floors of the hotel are dedicated to time shares. The children friendly side is in a much better location, if you have children or don't mind them, it is definitely the side to stay because it is on the beach. The adult side is across the street with a casino attached to the facility. The casino in the hotel and the one across the street are much older than the casino's in the high rise area.

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

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip

We didn't opt for an all-inclusive because we are non-drinkers and wanted to dine in different parts of the island. It was a great decision because we ate at a few great places including the Flying Fishbone and Smokey Joe's which is a great bbq place.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

UNFORGETABLE EXPERIENCE!!!!

ARUBA LOVER Aug 12, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

AMAZING. IM ALMOST LOST FOR WORDS TO DESCRIBE OUR EXPERIENCE AT THE RENAISSANCE MARINA HOTEL. FROM THE MOMENT WE ARRIVED IT ... WAS THE PERFECT VACATION. GREAT STAFF. GREAT ATMOSPERE. THE ROOMS WERE PERFECT. MODERN DECOR AND GOOD SIZE. OCEAN VIEW ROOMS HAD AMAZING VIEW OF POOL AND OCEAN. THE BOAT THAT TRAVELS TO THE ISLAND IS A BEAUTIFUL AND CONVENIENT RIDE. ALL INCLUSIVE IS THE WAY TO GO. MY FIANCE AND I ATE AND DRANK ALL WE LIKED. WE DEFINITELY INDULGED OURSELVES. THE LG STEAK HOUSE IS A CLASSY PLACE WITH GREAT FOOD. WENT ON THE TATOO PARTY CRUISE WHICH WAS GREAT. LIKE A DANCE CLUB ON THE OCEAN. THE FOOD WAS BASIC. BBQ RIBS AND PASTA SALAD. SO IF YOUR USED TO ALL INCLUSIVE DINING. EAT BEFORE YOU GO. WENT ON A TIME SHARE PRESENTATION WHICH ALLOWED US TO GO FOR FREE TO THE TATOO CRUISE ($100 VALUE) WORTH EVERY MINUTE. OVERALL, THE RENAISSANCE HAS EVERY BASE COVERED. GREAT ROOMS, GREAT FOOD, GREAT LOCATION. CUTE LITTLE SHOPS ACROSS THE STREET. IF YOU WANT TO TRAVEL ANYWHERE TAKE THE BUS. ITS SO CHEAP. TAXIS ARE VERY EXPENSIVE. $20 FROM THE AIRPORT TO RENAISSANCE WHICH IS A 5 MINUTE RIDE. I WOULD RECCOMENT IT TO ALL COUPLES. NO KIDS!!! WHICH WAS GREAT!!! I LOVED EVERY SECOND. CAN NOT WAIT TO GO BACK!!!

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: Couples

Money savers tip, In Hotel

ALL INCLUSIVE IS THE ONLY WAY TO GO !!!


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Shopping tip, Short Walk

Mall connected to hotel and lots of other shopping stores in the surrounding area

--HotMomma, MD Dec 19, 2009

Dining tip, Short Drive

We ate at various restruants during our stay and found the "El Gaucho" restaurant to be the best for steaks. The service was excellent and the food delicious. Food in Aruba is steep but we found it to be about the same as Las Vegas.

--Al, The Villages, Fl. Nov 30, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Dinner at Yemanga

--G, Boston Oct 28, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

do not purchase all inclusive .Grocery shops walking distance so can utilise kichens in suites for basic breakfast, snacks.But no utensils,plates etc..many choices for breakfast lunch dinner just outside the hotel.

--Aruna Aruba, tampa florida Oct 26, 2009

Nightlife tip, Short Walk

The nightlife in Aruba happens only on Fridays and Saturdays. There are great clubs to go to in short walking distance. To do any fun outdoor event is really expensive however and the food is extremely expensive.

--Kirsten, New York, New York Sep 30, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Try the dutch pancake restaurant for breakfast. Great crepes.

--Weekend Getaway, Chicago, IL Sep 22, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

none

--tony, ma. Sep 13, 2009

Nightlife tip, Short Walk

all the clubs are down the street

--Pat, westland, MI Sep 10, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

YOU MUST GET AN ALL INCLUSIVE!!

--., NC Sep 1, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

The hotel restaurants are great, every of them!!! Even the snacks on the pool or the island is like in a gourmet restaurant, and they bring you the food straight to your place at the beach! The service and frindly staff like here I never meet before, and I been in 18 countrys!

--Leo, Washington dc Sep 1, 2009

Dining tip

Unfortunately, a number of the restaurants worth dining at in Aruba don't have children's menus or very limited ones. I've found that most will allow you to bring Taco Bell or McDonald's with you for the kids.

--luv2travel, Cinnaminson, NJ Aug 17, 2009

Dining tip

We didn't opt for an all-inclusive because we are non-drinkers and wanted to dine in different parts of the island. It was a great decision because we ate at a few great places including the Flying Fishbone and Smokey Joe's which is a great bbq place.

--Totti's jawn, Philadelphia Aug 12, 2009

Money savers tip, In Hotel

ALL INCLUSIVE IS THE ONLY WAY TO GO !!!

--ARUBA LOVER, New Britain,CT Aug 12, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

Take a snorkel or dive cruise from red sail sports or de palm tours on their catamarans. They are amazing!

--Charlie, Chicago, IL Aug 11, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

Dining in Aruba is expensive because they have to import virtually everything. Buy an all-inclusive package and eat at the restaurants in both Renaissance hotels. It will save you money in the long run.

--Sandy, Long Island, New York Aug 5, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

The Waterfront Crab- this is a joke-no crabs there only partial crab legs. There were two very good restaurants there- The Old Fisherman- aruban fare just a few blocks from this hotel and Mr Jazz on Palm Beach end very good steaks. The Aquarius had the best breakfast-located in this hotel. Shopping is a short trip away-2 mins. Also a lot of it.Bring money or credit cards.

--Lively, Accokeek, maryland Jul 28, 2009

Dining tip, In Hotel

Very good food and Happy Hour

--Happy, New York Jul 23, 2009

Dining tip, Short Drive

El Gaucho

--chuck, Clifton, NJ Jul 21, 2009

Dining tip, Short Walk

Yemanja Woodfire Grill was absolutely amazing and only 1 block behind the hotel.

--Sara, St. Louis, MO Jul 14, 2009

Dining tip, Short Drive

You must visit The Old Man And The Sea restaurant, if you like a romantic atmosphere. Make sure you get the private bungaloo. It's extra but well worth it.

--DJoy, Denver, Colorado Jul 6, 2009

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