Tamarijn Aruba – Room Style

Rooms at Tamarijn Aruba are housed in low-rise oceanfront buildings that put you steps from Druif Beach, with a casual, tropical style that matches the resort's laid-back atmosphere.

• Oceanfront rooms with balconies or patios facing the beach
• Low-rise buildings for easy beach access
• Casual, comfortable style suited to a relaxed beach vacation

Tamarijn is the better pick if you want to wake up steps from the sand with a no-fuss, beachfront room experience.

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas – Room Style

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas offers more modern, polished rooms with a refined finish, including swim-out room options for guests who want direct pool access.

• Contemporary room design with upgraded finishes
• Swim-out rooms available in select categories
• Best for travelers who want a more upscale room experience

If room style and modern amenities matter more than a laid-back beach feel, Riu Palace Antillas is usually the stronger fit.

Tamarijn Aruba – Pool & Beach Scene

Tamarijn Aruba sits directly on Druif Beach, known for its calm, swimmable waters and a more peaceful stretch of Aruba's coastline.

• Beachfront pools with direct sand access
• Druif Beach offers calmer waters, ideal for swimming
• Best for travelers who want a quieter, more relaxed beach day

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas – Pool & Beach Scene

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas is located on Palm Beach, Aruba's most famous beach strip with a livelier atmosphere and more activity nearby.

• Resort pools with swim-up bar options
• Palm Beach location with nearby restaurants and shops
• Better for travelers who want a more energetic beach scene

If you want Palm Beach's famous stretch of sand and a livelier atmosphere, Riu Palace Antillas is the better choice.

Tamarijn Aruba – Activities

A standout feature of Tamarijn Aruba is the included water sports, making it a strong choice for active travelers who want to kayak, snorkel, or windsurf without extra fees.

• Water sports included: kayaks, snorkeling, windsurfing
• Tennis courts and fitness facilities on-site
• Great for active travelers and water sport enthusiasts

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas – Activities

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas focuses on resort entertainment and amenities with an adults-only atmosphere, including entertainment programs and pool activities.

• Resort entertainment and daily activity programs
• Water sports available on Palm Beach
• Better for couples who want resort-style relaxation over active pursuits

If included water sports are a priority, Tamarijn offers better value for active travelers.

Tamarijn Aruba – Value Snapshot

Tamarijn Aruba offers the most value when you want included water sports, a casual beachfront vibe, and access to two resorts' worth of dining.

• Best for active travelers who'll use the water sports
• Great if you want a laid-back beach resort on calmer Druif Beach
• Strong value with exchange privileges at neighboring Divi Aruba

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas – Value Snapshot

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas is the better value if your priorities are an adults-only atmosphere, Palm Beach location, and a more polished resort experience.

• Best for couples and romantic getaways
• Stronger for travelers who want Palm Beach convenience
• Worth it if you want a refined adults-only all-inclusive experience