Aruba

Breezy Aruba is home to one of the newest Ritz-Carlton resorts, located on the far, quiet end of burgeoning Palm Beach. — Travel + Leisure

Once aligned with Sonesta Resorts, this compelling Marriott offshoot continues to uphold its reputation as one of the liveliest on the island, competing with the best on Palm Beach. — Star Service

For an excellent value check out this intimate, family-run hotel with a genuinely friendly staff and an authentic Dutch-Caribbean atmosphere. — Fodor's

On the shores of Palm Beach, the Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort has nine floors with 357 rooms, including special hypo-allergenic rooms for allergy sufferers. — Travel + Leisure

This eight-story resort has the most stylish and beautiful rooms in Aruba. — Frommer's

Not your typical business-trip Marriott. A $50-million face-lift in 2008 kitted out all 411 rooms with new flat-screen TVs, Jackpack technology, and bedding. — Concierge

Across the road from the Marriott complex on Palm Beach, this small hotel is an ideal alternative to the big resorts. — DK Eyewitness

Everything is included, except extra luxuries, such as spa treatments and motorized watersports. All units are well maintained, the food is good, and the facilities and activities are extensive. — DK Eyewitness

With incredible views ... stunning rooms awash in tropical colors and state-of–the-art amenities, and comfortable, homey accommodations, Divi Aruba Phoenix offers something for everyone. — Fodor's

Toward the southern edge of the Low Rise hotel zone with garden grounds and the beautiful the backdrop of Eagle Beach's widest stretch of sand, Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa feels like a true getaway. — Oyster

The pool has retained its bustling feel, so if you're looking for a casual house-party atmosphere with lots of action and organized activities, this good-times place is for you. — Frommer's

This property has teamed up with neighboring sib, Divi Aruba Beach Resort, to offer a "mega all-inclusive" tariff that allows guests to use all the facilities at both properties. — Star Service

The aptly named "Beautiful Coast" time share resort is spread along a pristine 600-foot stretch of Eagle Beach. — Fodor's

Time-share property on a stretch of white sand with apartment-like accommodations for weeklong stays. — Travel + Leisure

First-rate amenities and lavishly decorated villas have made this time-share the talk of the island. — Fodor's

Thank Dutch taxpayers for this excellent deal right across from Eagle Beach. — Lonely Planet

Tropicana Aruba Resort & Casino is a pleasant midrange operation that has joined Aruba's growing list of time-share operations. — Star Service