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Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino vs Barcelo Aruba
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino and Barcelo Aruba are both recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino is the choice of most reviewers compared to Barcelo Aruba. Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino ranks #4 in Aruba with approval from 8 reviewers such as Travel + Leisure, Concierge and Lonely Planet.
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Concierge
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
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L.G. Smith Boulevard 101, Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba
From $471 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"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."
Fodor's
"The gentle sound of the surf and splashing waterfalls create the backdrop of this sprawling compound, where everything seems to run smoothly."
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Oyster
Upscale
"A comfortable, modern getaway for families with a great pool, gym, spa, and casino, the Marriott Resort is fancier than its only neighbors, the Marriott Surf Club and the Marriott Ocean Club."
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Travel + Leisure
"Fresh from a 2008 $40 million renovation, this resort has a 24-hour casino, along with 411 guest rooms and five restaurants."
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DK Eyewitness
"Large rooms and balconies, with big beds and luxurious down pillows. The bathrooms have two sinks and each room also has a sofa bed."
Barcelo Aruba
Frommer's
Oyster
Fodor's
Star Service
U.S. News & World Report
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J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 83, Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba
From $375 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"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."
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i
The resort is popular with almost everybody: families with kids, young couples, middle- aged folks, and some elderly guests; most people choose an all-inclusive package.
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"A lively, modern resort in Aruba's tourist center, the Occidental draws young couples, families, and retirees -- all playing together on the hotel's active beach."
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Fodor's
"Popular with tour groups, this all-inclusive resort always has something going on, whether it's beer-drinking contests or bikini fashion shows."
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Star Service
"The beach is beautiful, the vast sea-size central pool is well-designed and anyone willing to pay the hefty supplement for Royal Club accommodations is in for a treat. "
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U.S. News & World Report
13.0
"Recent visitors praised the property's clean and comfortable digs, though some felt the outdated decor did not justify the high room rate. The seven on-site restaurants also receive mixed feedback. "
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After satiating their appetites, guests can test their luck in the casino, head down to the beach or post up on a chaise lounge by the free-form pool.
