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Banks
Banks are open Monday-Friday 8am-12 noon and 1.30pm-4pm.
Should you need a bank when you arrive, you'll find a Caribbean Mercantile Bank at Queen Beatrix International Airport. There are also several branches at other locations around the island.
Aruba Bank, Camacuri 12, t 527 7725
Banco di Caribe, Vondellaan 31, t 583 2168
Caribbean Mercantile Bank, Caya GF Betico Croes 52, t 582 3118
First National Bank of Aruba, Caya GF Betico Croes 67, t 583 3221
RBTT Bank, Caya GF Betico Croes 89, t 588 0101
There are ATMs all over the island, which accept Cirrus, Maestro and Visa Plus cards. |
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Beaches
Aruba's beaches are famous for their picture perfect white sands and calm waters. The sea offer excellent swimming, snorkelling, surfing and windsurfing and the shores are perfect for exploring or sunbathing. There are many built up areas due to Aruba’s large tourism industry but it is still possible to find some more remote and peaceful places to relax.
Druif Beach
Broad stretch of brilliant white sand. The calm water provides excellent swimming and there are facilities nearby.
Palm Beach and Eagle Beach
Long superb stretches of sand on the protected western coast of the island. Gets crowded near the resorts where watersports and food and drink facilities are readily available. Two of the Caribbeans finest beaches.
Malmok Beach
Excellent windsurfing spot between Palm and Arashi beaches on the western coast of Aruba. Lots of fish make it a good spot for snorkelling. No nearby facilities.
Arashi Beach
Accessible beach on the northern tip, renowned for its romantic sunsets and white powder sand. Another popular windsurfing spot.
Boca Prins
Small strip of sand on the north Caribbean coast. Dangerous waves for swimmers but nice place to soak up the sun.
Baby Beach
Great snorkelling location on the most eastern tip of the island. Shallow water across the bay makes it a good place for families.
Palm Reef Island
Popular island east of Oranjestad accessible by the ferry from Balashi. Can get crowded but Palm Reef boasts mounds of white powder sand. |
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Casinos
Casinos are located at most large resorts with a few casinos open 24 hours a day. In general, opening hours are 11 a.m. for slots and 1 p.m. through early morning for table games. Hours vary seasonally, so please check before making plans. No one under 18 is allowed in the casinos.
Alhambra Casino, JE Irausquin Bd 93, t 583 5000
Allegro Resort & Casino, JE Irausquin Bd 83, t 586 9039
Casablanca Casino, Wyndham Aruba Resort, JE Irausquin Bd 77, t 586 2283
Carnival Casino, Aruba Grand Resort, JE Irausquin Bd 79, t 586 3900
Copacabana Casino, Hyatt Regency Resort, JE Irausquin Bd 85, t 586 1234
Crystal Casino, Renaissance Resort, LG Smith Bd 9, t 583 6000
Excelsior Casino, JE Irausquin Bd 230, t 586 7777
Seaport Casino, Renaissance Resort, LG Smith Bd 9, t 583 5027
Stellaris Casino, LG Smith Bd 101, Palm Beach, t 586 9000
The Casino, Radisson Aruba Resort, JE Irausquin Bd 81, t 586 4045 |
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Check In/Check Out
As a general rule check-out times are around 12 noon and check-in is generally not prior to 3pm, during which time the rooms are made ready for new arrivals. Some properties may provide a day room subject to availability or shower facilities so that you can spend your last hours on the beach. If you will be arriving before the normal check-in time then they may be flexible by prior arrangement. You should make any special arrangements at the time of booking. |
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