Picolo recommends · Hotel on Palm Beach, Aruba
The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
The last big resort at the northern tip of Palm Beach, where the sand gets quieter and most rooms look straight out to sea from a balcony.
At the top end of Palm Beach, the row of high-rise hotels stops and the beach thins out. The Ritz-Carlton stands right there, so your morning view from the balcony is of open sea rather than the next resort.
Inside, it is everything you would expect from the brand: generous pools, a spa, a casino and a choice of restaurants. The busier stretch of Palm Beach is a walk south along the sand when you want more life.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
We like the Ritz-Carlton for travellers who want polished luxury in Aruba without sitting in the middle of the crowds. The position at the quieter end of Palm Beach gives you calm by day and the strip close by at night.
It is a large resort, and the style is smart rather than surprising. If you want something small, personal or with a strong local character, a boutique hotel or Eagle Beach will suit you better.
What you get
- Large pool area
- Spa
- Casino on site
- Several restaurants
- Balconies facing the sea in most rooms
A day at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
- Morning
- Coffee on the balcony with nothing but sea in front of you.
- Midday
- A swim on the quieter northern end of Palm Beach.
- Afternoon
- A drive to the California Lighthouse at the tip of the island.
- Evening
- A walk south along the beach to the restaurants and bars.
Location
Palm Beach, Aruba
Open in MapsQuestions about The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Where on Palm Beach is The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba?
At the northern end, where the beach is calmer than in the middle of the strip. Restaurants and bars are a stroll south along the sand.
Does The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba have a casino?
Yes. The resort has its own casino, along with a spa, large pools and several restaurants, so there is plenty to do without leaving.
Do rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba have a sea view?
Most rooms come with a sea-facing balcony, though not all. Check the room category when you book if an ocean view matters to you.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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