What’s Special About This Resort
The Hotel Riu Palace is the highest tier in the Riu hotel chain, offering the very best of elegance, luxury, and sophistication. This 18+ adults-only resort is a dream for social butterflies, with a high-energy atmosphere and plenty of opportunities to meet new people and make friends. The large pool is designed for easy socializing – railings to hang along on the edges and in-pool tables and chairs make for effortless mingling.
What To Do
When you’re not downing your unlimited drinks and socializing at the pool, take advantage of the resort’s awesome water activities. Notably, enjoy some stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), snorkeling, and kayaking.
In need of some relaxation? Take a steam bath or visit the Renova Spa for a massage (massage and a variety of other spa services available for an extra fee). End the day by dancing away at the Pacha Discotheque, which is open six days a week.
Centrally located in one of the busiest spots in Aruba, you can venture outside the resort to experience the surrounding area on a guided trike tour and visit the nearby Beach N’ Flips gift shop on your way to pick up a unique souvenir.
What To Eat
From Caribbean cuisine to tasty bites inspired from all around the world, there’s plenty to choose from at the Riu Palace Antilla’s four specialty restaurants. Take your pick from Asian-fusion at Krystal, Italian at Rimini, scrumptious steaks at Palm Beach, and Aruban dishes at Malmok.
Be sure to stop by the Capuchino Patisserie & ice cream parlor for an indulgent treat after dinner. Yum!
While a formal dress code is required for the specialty restaurants, you can experience a much more laid back atmosphere at the international buffet, which is available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
In the all-inclusive package, you’ll have free entry to the resort’s casino, discotheque, and gym. All meals, snacks, and drinks are included. Water activities such as SUP, kayaking, and snorkeling are also included, and other water sports and scuba are available at additional costs.
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Things we like:
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Rooms are recently renovated with modern Caribbean touches and include private balconies with some ocean views
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Dining options include four specialty restaurants, a buffet, and four bars (including a swim-up Aqua Bar)
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The resort is located on Palm Beach and near shopping, dining, and nightlife
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24/7 Room service is included in the all-inclusive package
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Lively atmosphere and friendly staff make for a very fun experience
Things we don't like:
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Beach chairs and loungers get reserved early in the morning on a first come, first serve basis
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Nightly entertainment is mediocre
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Restaurants require reservations, sometimes well in advance
Things we like:
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Rooms are recently renovated with modern Caribbean touches and include private balconies with some ocean views
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Dining options include four specialty restaurants, a buffet, and four bars (including a swim-up Aqua Bar)
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The resort is located on Palm Beach and near shopping, dining, and nightlife
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24/7 Room service is included in the all-inclusive package
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Lively atmosphere and friendly staff make for a very fun experience
Things we don't like:
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Beach chairs and loungers get reserved early in the morning on a first come, first serve basis
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Nightly entertainment is mediocre
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Restaurants require reservations, sometimes well in advance
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