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Barcelo Aruba vs Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Both Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino and Barcelo Aruba are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino is the choice of most reviewers compared to Barcelo Aruba. Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino ranks #6 in Aruba with approval from 7 sources including Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Oyster.
Barcelo Aruba
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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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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"Recent visitors praised the property's clean and comfortable digs, though some felt the outdated decor did not justify the high room rate.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.
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
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L G Smith Boulevard 82, Oranjestad, Aruba
From $322 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"This resort has two distinct hotel choices: the adults-only Renaissance Marina Hotel and the family-friendly Renaissance Ocean Suites."
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Fodor's
"This landmark property right on the port offers guests the best of both worlds."
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Oyster
Upscale
"Located in the bustling cruise-ship center of Oranjestad, the modern, upscale 556-room Renaissance hotel... offers an exceptional casino... and its own private island."
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DK Eyewitness
"This resort is based in the town, but has a private island with access by free water taxi and an upscale open-air shopping mall."
Star Service
"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."
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