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The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

3 stars
J.E. Irausquin Blvd #330, Palm Beach, Aruba,

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.1
out of 5
98 reviews
The Mill Review

Great location. Meets all the basic needs. Good value. See full review

  • Lolinda
  • Oct 31, 2012
awesome

the room i stayed in was newly remodeled and it was perfect. Be sure to ask for an updated room and... See full review

  • renee102856
  • Jun 12, 2012
Dutch-inspired Palm Beach budget hotel with two pools, fitness center
Enjoy shuttle service to and from Palm Beach, which is right across the street from the charming low-rise Mill Resort & Suites Aruba. Architecture is Dutch-inspired, as there is even a windmill. Every room or suite has a view of the tropical gardens. Family-friendly to a point (no kids are allowed in the "Royal rooms"), the Mill Resort has activities just for a kids, and a designated playground for little ones, along with two freely flowing fresh water pools.
Highlights
  • Beach located right across the street
  • Spacious studios and suites in a low-rise Dutch-inspired setting
  • Restaurant, bar and free shuttle to and from Mill Beach
  • Spa and fitness center
  • Two outdoor freshwater pools
Rooms

Light wicker furniture, cool tiled floors, and accents of sea foam green are in each guest room at The Mill Resort & Suites Aruba, from the floral bedspread to the curtains to the view of the tropical gardens from every private balcony or patio. Standard amenities include a safety deposit box, radio and cable TV. Entertain in-room with an equipped kitchenette, which comes with a stove, microwave oven and mini fridge, toaster, blender, and coffee maker. Royal rooms have Jacuzzi tubs.All rooms and suites are non-smoking.

Recreation
Romping is encouraged at the playground for kids, and the whole family (or just adults) may participate in daily activities. Two freshwater pools wind around the hotel like a natural body of water would. A spa and fitness center provide pampering and a spot to work out on-site. A shuttle provides transportation to Palm Beach, right across the street from the Mill Resort & Suites Aruba, where guests can find towels and lounge chairs. The concierge can help arrange activities spanning the island.
Transportation
  • Shuttle service to and from beach
  • Queen Beatrix International Airport (9 mi/14 km)
Attractions
  • Pedernalis (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
  • Bubali Bird Sanctuary (1.6 mi/2.6 km)
  • Red Sail Sports Aruba (2.6 mi/4.2 km)
Business
  • Meeting room on-site
  • Wi-Fi Internet access available poolside and in the lobby
Policies and fees
  • 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.The minimum check-in age at the resort is 21.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba Rooms

Supersaver
Supersaver features: special rates for a run-of-the-house room with queen-size bed (some with sofa bed), bathroom with shower, mini-refrigerator and coffee maker.
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.
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.

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Hotel Map

12.5645 -70.0469
Area served
Palm Beach, Aruba
Nearby airports
Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) Approximate driving time is 15 minutes and distance is 9 miles (14 km.)
Area description
Complimentary beach shuttle service provided to the hotel's beach facilities 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 and kids club. Also at the hotel itself are two outdoor pools.

Amenities

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference facilities
  • Currency exchange
  • Elevators
  • FREE parking
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Safe deposit box
  • Spa services
  • Tennis
  • Tour desk
  • Wireless internet

Dining

The Garden Cafe
The Garden Cafe offers breakfast, lunch and casual dining.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1202

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (98)

Ratings and reviews for The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Overall score

3.1 / 5
98 out of 98
Amenities:
3.2
Room cleanliness:
3.5
Hotel staff:
3.6
Room comfort:
3.5
Location:
3.7
Value:
3.7

69% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Austin Pennsylvania
Aug 3, 2009

Very friendly and homey

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 cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

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.

Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
CT
Jul 25, 2009

Fine for a couple of nights

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 cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

4
Logo Kid
Michigan
Jun 29, 2009

Great location for the price!

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 cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

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

Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

3
G and A Honeymooners
Houston, Tx, USA
Jun 23, 2009

Needs A Little More.....

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 cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
3
Sightseeing 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!

Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

4
The Mill
Holland, MI
Jun 23, 2009

WOW, GREAT PLACE TO STAY!!!

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

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Not Applicable

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

Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
USA
Jun 11, 2009

The Mill Resort

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 cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

4
Traveled with friends
Northern NJ
Jun 8, 2009

Great price for the stay

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 cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

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.

Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

5
Tony & Yollie
Belleville, NJ
Jun 6, 2009

AMAZING!!!!

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 cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

3
just Fab
nyc
May 29, 2009

you get what you pay for

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 cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
2
Value:
5
Review of The Mill Resort and Suites Aruba

Reviewer score

3
Aruba newbie
Alexandria, VA
May 28, 2009

Overall Good Stay

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 cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
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