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Barcelo Aruba vs Sasaki Apartments
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Barcelo Aruba is the choice of most reviewers compared to Sasaki Apartments. Barcelo Aruba has a TripExpert Score of 81 with approval from 4 sources such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Star Service.
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"Recent visitors praised the property's clean and comfortable digs, though some felt the outdated decor did not justify the high room rate.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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i
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.
Sasaki Apartments
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Bubali # 143, Noord, Aruba
From $120 /night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This simple complex is just a couple of busy roads away (400m) from Eagle Beach."
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Oyster
Budget
"Look slightly to the left of the parking lot of Aruba’s most well-known supermarket and you’ll see Sasaki Apartments, an apartment-style budget hotel."
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