What We Love
- No reservations needed at any of the restaurants.
- Palm Beach is one of Caribbean's best beaches - the sands are so soft, the waves so gentle. It's paradise.
- The staff is amazing, making sure everything is taken care of just for you. You want for nothing here.
Things to Know
- You're in a prime location here on one of the most tourist-friendly islands!
- Champagne bubbly awaits you once you arrive. Cheers!
- Daily bus service runs up and down the hotel strip for around $3 a ride.
Resort Credit Includes:
Renova Spa - $260 in coupons
Weddings by Riu - $100 in coupons
Orchid Casino - $50 in coupons
Half Moon Store - $150 in coupons
Aruba Photos - $30 in coupons
Additional Information: Details on credits will be given at hotel at time of check in. Credits are per room, per stay. Must be 21 years or older. Resort Credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable and cannot be used for future stays. Resort credits can be used as discounts on specified select services only. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. This promotion is subject to availability. Some restrictions apply. *Inclusions subject to changes without prior notice.
Resort Credit Includes:
Renova Spa - $260 in coupons
Weddings by Riu - $200 in coupons
Orchid Casino - $50 in coupons
Half Moon Store - $150 in coupons
Aruba Photos - $30 in coupons
Additional Information: Details on credits will be given at hotel at time of check in. Credits are per room, per stay. Must be 21 years or older. Resort Credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable and cannot be used for future stays. Resort credits can be used as discounts on specified select services only. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. This promotion is subject to availability. Some restrictions apply. *Inclusions subject to changes without prior notice.
Resort Details
- Don NicolasBuffet-style, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Krystal
Fusion restaurant - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- MilanoItalian cuisine (buffet starters and dessert) - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- NautilusGrill Steakhouse - A la carte. Open for late continental breakfast & lunch and dinner.
- SayuriJapanese cuisine - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- Various Lounges/Bars- Bon Bini
- Barry's
- Sports Bar
- Casino Bar (not included in All-Inclusive program)
- Palm Beach
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Accessible facilities
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Babysitting,Offsite†
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities†
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Babysitting, Offsite†
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities†
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna
- Spa†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Internet Access
† Fees may apply
- Children's programDaytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 12 (daily).
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-siteWorkout and aquagym.
- Gambling †Free entry to the Cool Casino (Drinks not included).
- GeneralDaytime entertainment programme for adults (daily). Shows, Riu evening programme or live music (daily).
- Hot tubThere is 1 indoor hot tub and 2 outdoor hot tubs.
- Kayaking
- Motorized Water Sports †Available through Scuba Caribe.
- Non-Motorized Water SportsAvailable through Scuba Caribe.
- PoolThere are 2 pools on-site. Each pool with an integrated Jacuzzi This Property has swim-up bars.
- Sauna
- Scuba diving †One introductory scuba diving lesson in pool.
- Snorkeling
- Spa'Renova Spa' with a variety of treatments, hairdresser, beauty salon and massages (additional charge).
- SurfingStand up paddle surfing (SUP).
- Golf †Golf course located within 5 miles of the property.
† Fees may apply
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
9242 reviews
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Apr 01, 2025Can I give it negative stars?
Just returned from this horrible hotel. We went to Aruba for a wedding and it was at the Riu Aruba. We have visited Aruba about 15 times or More and stayed in various hotels there. Ritz Carlton, Hyatt and Hilton our favorites. The Riu has to be the worst hotel that we have ever stayed in. The food is horrible. The “specialty” restaurants are a JOKE. You cant get in and there are so many tables open. The buffet is so crowded and the food tastes terrible. Our room was in a wing on the 8th floor, well the elevator was out of order the entire time and we had to take the service elevator. It was gross and very inconvenient. By the way they tell you nothing about it. Service is non existent in this place. You need to get up at 5am every morning to get beach chairs. Another Joke. I really could go on and on with all the negatives. This place is falling apart, no one cares about you or your vacation. RUN don’t walk away from this place….spend your money somewhere else.
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Mar 30, 2025So so loud at night
I cannot believe this resort advertises itself as “family friendly.” While i love that all rooms face the pool / ocean, there is LOUD entertainment that begins around 730 pm and goes until after 10pm. This is insane. There is no option for any way to block this noise. The hotel is nice but dates, the pool is lovely and so far what we’ve had of the buffet has been great, but the sleep / rest I was hoping to get in my family vacation with two elementary- aged school children is sorely lacking. This is a huge inconvenience and had we known this, we would have absolutely Never booked this hotel. I’m so disappointed and angry about this.
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Mar 30, 2025Un hotel maravilloso
El personal de hotel muy atento y servicial en especial a Javi, Mimi y Sjaniro. La calidad de los alimentos siempre fresca.
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Mar 30, 2025
Aruba 2025
Great resort easy to get around, great food at the Italian and Steak house. Buffet was great for breakfast. pool was great as was the swim up bar and service. Staff was always pleasant and helpful.
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Mar 30, 2025
Family fun in the sun!
Family trip to this resort and highly recommend. This is a family, friendly hotel and resort with lots of children and adults. Age range was all levels. Food was good and well for the quality. Lots of options for food and beverages as it is all inclusive. Pools were clean everything was clean. The neighboring community is packed with shopping and restaurants and bars. Extremely safe! We walked around at night several times. The beach is outstanding and white sand! The water was clean and clear. The weather was outstanding with temperatures in the mid 80s every day and sunshine galore! No rain. There is a strong breeze of about 20 mph every day which helps keep it cool. Watch the sun!! Beach huts must be gotten early! We were down there by 6 AM every day to get one held. We did the ATV ride and it was an absolute blast. You ride side-by-side buggies, two per vehicle. DePalms tour for the win!! Hotel is about 20 minutes from the airport. Easy ride and we were picked up at the airport with our tour company. Airport on the way out is a little challenging as there are two sets of customs and two sets of security. You go through customs for Aruba and then also for the United States. The benefit is that you do not have to go through US customs back in the United States. Airport is small and easy to navigate other than that. Food was expensive at the airport and crowded. Multiple countries in and out. Highly recommend this resort and the area we were in. Eagle Beach is phenomenal!
- AdvisoryStudent Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
- AdvisoryThe hotel will start renovations: Phase 1 (April 21–August 21, 2025) affects Block B and the Nautilus poolside restaurant. A BBQ station will replace poolside snacks, and the steakhouse menu moves to another restaurant. Phase 2 (August 21–December 21, 2025) involves Block A. Work occurs weekdays (8 AM–4 PM), with no weekend disruptions. There will be limited room availability and temporary facility changes during these phases.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th, 11th or 16th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together, Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Hotel Spring Break Policies - Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early Departure Policy
- Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
- Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26