What We Love

  • No reservations are needed at any of the restaurants.
  • The resort is located in the heart of Palm Beach. 
  • Eat, swim, drink and check out all the amenities at the family friendly Riu next door. 

Things to Know

  • The resort is approximately 20 minutes away from the airport. 
  • US currency is accepted here.
  • Rent a bike and tour the island on your own, or hop on the public bus that travels the strip for under $3.
Hotel Promotions
Up to $590 in Resort Credits.
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 person, 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.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 13 Dec 2023 to 22 Dec 2024;13 Dec 2023 to 22 Dec 2024
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2023 to 23 Dec 2024;24 Dec 2023 to 23 Dec 2024
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Up to $690 in Resort Credits.
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 person, 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.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 13 Dec 2023 to 22 Dec 2024;13 Dec 2023 to 22 Dec 2024
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2023 to 23 Dec 2024;24 Dec 2023 to 23 Dec 2024
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Honeymoon Inclusion.
Guests celebrating their honeymoon with us wil receive the following amenities:

Surprise welcome gift in their room.
Small bottle of  Champagne
King bed (subject to availablity at time of check-in)
Late check-out (subject to availability at time of departure)
Complimentary upgrade to next available room category (subject to availablity and upon request)

To receive this offer, just enter ""Honeymoon"" in the Special Service Request section during check-out or call our Customer Care Center and we will be happy to make the notation for you.

Important Information:  Proof of marriage must be provided at check-in and must be valid within 90 days.

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 28 Jun 2022 to 23 Dec 2024
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2022 to 23 Dec 2024
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Exchange Privileges
Guest will have access to all bars at Riu Palace Aruba. 

Important information: More information will be provided upon check-in. Transportation is not included.

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 28 Jun 2022 to 23 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2022 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Honeymoon Inclusions.
Guests celebrating their honeymoon with us will receive the following amenities:

• Surprise welcome gift in their room
• Bottle of chanpagne
• King bed (subject to availability at time of check-in)
• Late Check-out (Subject to availability at time of departure)
• Complimentary upgrade to next available room category (subject to availability and upon request)
• 35 USD Spa credit for a selected service in ""Specials for couple"" category (120 min). This discount applies per couple per stay and does not apply with other promotions or discounts.

To receive this offer, just enter ""Honeymoon"" in the Special Service Request section during check-out or call out Customer Care and we will be happy to make the notation for you. 

Important Information: Proof of marriage must be provided at check-in and must be valid within 90 days.
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 27 Jun 2024 to 23 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 24 Dec 2024 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
All Inclusive Amenities
* Welcome drink of Cava (sparkling wine)
* All meals, snacks, local and imported alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in all hotel bars and restaurants.
* International drinks with top brands
* Regularly refilled minibar and liquor dispenser in the guest rooms.
* 24 hour room service
* Snacks available 24 hours a day
* Free sports and activities including: kayaking, stand up paddle surfing,  snorkeling equipment
* Gym and Aquagym
* Free entry to the discotheque at neighboring Riu Palace Aruba (drinks included). Open 6 nights per week. Must be 18 years old.
* WiFi throughout the hotel.
* Daytime entertainment program daily
* Shows, Riu evening program or live music
* Free entry to the casino ( drinks not included)
* Riu Party theme parties, once per week
Additional Information: All hotel guests are required to wear an "All Inclusive" wristband for identification purposes.

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 05 Jul 2024 to 23 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 05 Jul 2024 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Elite Club Amenities
Elite Club Amites include:

•In-room aromatherapy and privileged location
•Exclusive welcome gift, dedicated check in area and Elite Club wristband
•Confirmed late check-out until 1PM and early check-in based on availability
•Upgraded in room liquor dispenser with top brands
•Upgraded minibar with snacks; welcome bottle of sparkling wine
•Access to "Elite Club Lounge" with exclusive premium branded drinks
•Exclusive area with 120m2 swimming pool and sun terrace and premium branded drinks
•"Elite Club Restaurant"

Important Information: Redemption information will be provided upon check-in. Some restrictions may apply. 
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 05 Nov 2024 to 23 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 05 Nov 2024 to 23 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.

Resort Details

Dining
Guests can enjoy outstanding a la carte or buffet-style dining experiences.
OnSite Dining
  • Arubian
  • Krystal Fusion Restaurant
    Serving dinner a la carte.
  • Main Restaurant
    International buffet.  Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Malmok
    -Poolside restaurant
    -Dine at the Malmok restaurant and enjoy authentic taste of Aruba local cuisine
  • Palm Beach
    -Steakhouse
    -Palm Beach Restaurant offers the finest cuts of meat
  • Rimini Italian Restaurant
    Serving dinner a la carte. 
The resort offers welcome drinks, public Wi-Fi, health club services and other luxurious amenities.
On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour room service
  • Bicycle rentals,Offsite†
  • Casino†
  • Children not allowed
  • Concierge desk
  • Disco
  • Gift/News stand†
  • Golf,Offsite†
  • Lounges/bars
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • 24-hour room service
  • Bicycle rentals, Offsite†
  • Casino†
  • Children not allowed
  • Concierge desk
  • Disco
  • Gift/News stand†
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Lounges/bars
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Spa†
  • Water sports†
  • Welcome drink

† Fees may apply

Gambling, water sports, scuba diving and other thrilling activities are available for guests.
On-Site Recreation
  • Direct access to a beach
  • Gambling †
    Free entry to the casino, drinks not included.
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports
    - Windsurfing
    - Sailing
    - Snorkeling equipment
    - Kayaking
    - Introductory scuba diving lesson in pool
  • Pool
  • Scuba diving †
  • Spa †
Off-Site Recreation
  • Bike rental †
  • Golf †

† Fees may apply

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 5962 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great Stay At Riu Palace Antillas

    The staff, food, location and the grounds of Riu were all great. The only down side was all the litter just outside of the resort.

    Dec 21, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Very good experience

    Overall is very good location, service. The only thing is a constant non-stop wind. I guess this is island thing. Just get up early to book your spot under umbrellas. Nice swim in a greenish-milky fairly clear water. NICE! Negative side - gain 5 pounds...:-(

    Dec 21, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great Resort

    This was my first time in Aruba and my first time staying at the RIU, the place was beautiful and always clean. Staff was nice. And the food at the resort was great! I can’t wait to come back!

    Dec 21, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Amazing

    The food and service were all excellent. Plenty of seating and things to do. Walking distance of things to do off property. Everything was clean and staff very friendly. The cabanas on the beach fill up pretty fast. Bring water shoes, especially if you do a recommended ABC tour!

    Dec 19, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Relaxing

    This was a great place to stay, close to everything if you're wanting to venture off the resort. I do think there could be improvements on alcohol selection as they were not top.shelf. The food selections were just ok to me. My salmon at The Steak House was extremely over cooked, my chicken parm the sauce looked/ tasted like tomato paste. Dinner at Krystal was good, great atmosphere. The buffets offered different options but nothing reall seemed authentic. While my room view was fantastic the bed was HARD. That was extremely disappointing considering the cost you would expect comfortable bedding, i mean who wants a backache on vacation. They also didn't give us a king they simply pushed 2 twin beds together.& there was no ceiling fans as advertised. Balcony view was nice. The pool is phenomenal and so was the direct beach access. I didn't understand why the pool wasn't open at night with an adults only resort. The night entertainment at the resort was lacking but if you're wanting to relax with great beach access this is the spot. It seems we spent quite a bit of money for things to do outside the resort cus u can only lay at the pool so long. The resort is within walking distance to offsite shops,restaurants etc... The check in process needs to be tweaked because we stood in a long long line waiting to be checked in and only 2 people at the desk. Overall nice place to stay. They do have vendors on site to book tours/excursions.

    Dec 17, 2024
Hotel Advisories
  • 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.
  • Advisoryfor the safety of our mutual clients' children, access to all our swim-up bar areas has been limited to Adults Only (+18 years). No other facilities or services have been restricted or affected. Clients in general shall continue enjoying our pools, beach or hotel premises as usual.
General Policy
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:

    Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.

    Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th or 11th 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.

    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.

    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.
    Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
    Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

  • Early Departure Policy
    • Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 04Jul24 - 23Dec26
    • Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26

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