Aruba is One of the Best Caribbean Islands to Visit This Summer – Here’s Where to Stay
Summer travel in the Caribbean is hotter than ever, growing at an estimated 14.3% last year overall according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization. But some destinations are better choices for a summer vacation than others. For travelers looking to avoid the potential of a tropical storm or hurricane throwing a wrench in a tropical trip, islands like Aruba are the perfect option. Here’s where to stay on your summer vacation in Aruba.
Embassy Suites Aruba
Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort, located on the beachy northwestern shores of Aruba is an impressive all-suite resort where almost every room features a private balcony with views of the island the locals call “one happy island.”
Amazing Aruba
Aruba has long been known for its stunning beaches, home to some of the most impressive white sand shores in the Caribbean. Located in the southern Caribbean but well-connected and easily accessible with frequent flights from the United States and Canada, its location far from the Atlantic hurricane belt makes it a stellar choice for a beach vacation year-round.
Peace, Poolside
The resort features a massive pool with plenty of lounge chairs at its coastal location, perfect for spreading out and enjoying the sun on a getaway. Poolside dining options mean you’ll barely have to move an inch on your long-awaited beach vacation if you don’t want to.
Beautiful Beachfront
The resort’s beachside location is a highlight for every visitor. Guests can walk safely to the beach via a private tunnel and relax in style with unmatched views of tranquil waves and azure seas.
Palapa Paradise
Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort now features brand new palapas for shade and additional beach chair loungers for an enhanced beach experience. The resort is within walking distance to Eagle Beach, the most famous beach on the island, and a frequent nominee as one of the best beaches in the entire world. Take the short jaunt down the shore to Eagle Beach and find that guests are provided beach chairs at the Embassy Suites Aruba towel hut for seamless beach hopping.
Tranquil Location
The resort backs up against a tranquil lagoon, giving it a relaxing and removed feel despite its location within one of the most desirable parts of Aruba.
Spacious Suites
At the 330-room all-suite Embassy Suites Aruba, almost every room offers an ocean view, overlooking the pool and the stunning shores that make it such a popular destination to begin with.
Space to Spread Out
The all-suite layout at the resort means that travelers enjoy separate living and sleeping areas, as well as kitchenettes that facilitate an easy stay. It provides plenty of space to spread out and is a great option for groups of friends or families traveling together.
Dining Destination
The resort offers a number of dining options, including complimentary breakfast daily with made-to-order and buffet-style options.
Cocktail Receptions
The resort also features nightly cocktail receptions where guests can mingle and enjoy specialty cocktails and snacks with a backdrop of the famous sunsets of Aruba.
Outdoor Amenities
There are plenty of ways to enjoy a stay at Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort, from complimentary bike rentals to explore the island to yoga classes and more. There’s even a separate kids’ pool and an outdoor playground designed to give families plenty of space to spread out and enjoy.
Day and Night
The resort is just 15 minutes from the island’s Queen Beatrix International Airport and some of the most popular destinations on the island but it feels like its own escape from the hustle and bustle. Day and night, there are a variety of options for relaxation, dining, and more.
Lounging
The resort is currently offering a special Fun in the Sun Family Package for travelers, which offers guests special welcome amenities, a family sailing excursion and lunch, afternoon drinks and snacks, and all the little included luxuries and experiences that make a stay at Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort so special.
One Happy Island
Whether you’re looking for a quick Caribbean getaway or an extended stay in paradise, Aruba is an ideal destination that travelers will love, no matter what time of year. Boasting beaches, pools, and easy access to the entirety of this “one happy island,” Embassy Suites Aruba is a great choice for your stay.
Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual New York-based travel writer, editor, content marketer, and the founder of the digital travel publications Explorers Away and Home to Havana. Carley is an expert on all things Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, having lived and worked in four different countries in the region. Her writing has appeared on the Associated Press wires and in Travel + Leisure, Yahoo, MSN, Euronews, The Weather Channel, and more. When she's not writing about her travels, find her front row at a Bad Bunny concert, befriending street cats, and taste-testing every pizza in Havana.