Barcelo Aruba

Overview

Barcelo Aruba is bringing all the tropical vibes, and we're here for it. It's right on the beach too, so if you can't decide between a beach day or a pool day, flip-flop between the two. The lagoon-style pool is begging to be dunked into, or if you don't fancy a swim, plonk yourself at the swim-up bar to sip on a rum punch. You've also got loads of cuisines to choose from, from Mexican to Japanese and if you're undecided, there's a big, fat buffet hall with everything in one!

Location

• Right on the beach that gives all the Caribbean vibes - palm trees, white sand, clear waters *chef's kiss*

• A 16-minute walk from Queen Beatrix International Airport

Rooms

• When every room is Deluxe you're bound to love whichever room you pick! Some come with garden views, pool views or ocean views with a bubbly hot tub and sunbathing terrace

• Each room has...

  • Free WiFi

  • King-size bed

  • Tea and coffee maker

  • Iron and ironing board

  • TV

  • Mini-fridge

  • Balcony or terrace

  • Shower

  • Hairdryer

Food & Drink

• Arubian Seafood - Caribbean-style grilled meats and seafood with beach views and a big wine list

• Beach Club Restaurant - a casual dining spot right by the beach, so just flip-flop your way there for grilled dishes, soups and salads

• The Palm - a big, buffet selection for breakfast, lunch and themed dinners

• L'Olio - Italian a la carte restaurant with deliciouzo dishes, vino and champagne if you're feeling boujee

• Mexico Lindo - tex-mex cuisine with plenty of dishes to taco-bout, we're talking nachos, quesadillas, chips and guacamole, all washed down with a margarita

• Kyoto - a taster of Japanese dishes and Teppanyaki tables for dinner and a show

• Splash Pool Bar - available for cocktails on the sunlounger or breaststroke your way to the swim-up bar

• Lobby Bar - chillax here with a drink by day, and by night there's live music to enjoy

Sports & Entertainment

• Outdoor Swimming Pool - decked out with a swim-up bar so just front crawl your way to the bar to pick up a rum punch, there's also a bubbly jacuzzi right in the middle to hop into

• Daily Entertainment - tonnes of beach or pool activities every day, as well as sporting events being shown on the flat-screen TVs

• Spa Services - professional massages that'll leave you feeling more zen, you don't even have to leave the room either, the masseuses will come to you

• Gym - not a holiday essential, but if you do fancy a workout, the gym has cardio equipment, free weights and sporty activities to get stuck in

• Kids' Club - if you need a bit of 'me' time, stick the kiddos in the club for a day of fun activities

• Live Shows - grab yourself a cocktail, and enjoy the live music and DJ shows on a few times a week

• Watersports - with a beach this good, you'll be spending a lot of time there. If chillaxing with a good ol' holiday book isn't your jam, you've got snorkelling, scuba diving, windsurfing and kitesurfing