Hotels near Queen Beatrix International Airport - AUA, Oranjestad

The house was very clean, perfect for friends or family of 4-6 people. Loved that it had three bedrooms. My favorite was the outside space - large deck with lounging are and a pool to ourselves. The grill was also clean and we used it several times. You will need a car if you stay here, but the beaches and restaurants are close by.

Oranjestad has a few nice areas for visitors with restaurants, bars and shopping. The water is spectacular! It's easy to get around by taxi or bus. Aruba is very breezy and the sun is hot - so lots of high quality sunscreen is a necessity along with a secure hat. We enjoyed happy hour and small plates at Cuba's Cookin' in the Renaissance Marketplace - try the mojitos!

The architecture and atmosphere was amazing! The City has an great diversity! Beautiful beaches are close by. Most importantly, the people were very welcoming. Oranjestad promises an unforgettable Caribbean getaway.

Oranjestad is central there are many things to do from there. Close to the airport, shopping area, the beach if you don't mind walking. It's not quite like the tourist area but it has its own flair. 1 bus ride can take you into that hustle and bustle then return to a more lighter side of vibes.

The local restaurants of downtown Oranjestad were excellent with reasonable prices relative to the NY/NJ area. These restaurants were a quick (10-15 mins) and safe walk from the Renaissance Wind Creek marina property. Among the best restaurants on Wilhelminastraat: Yemanja Woodfired Grill; Restaurant Anno 1877; Wilhelmina Restaurant; Taste My Aruba; El Gaucho. Caya was an amazing restaurant in the Palm Beach section a short cab ride ($15) from the Wind Creek marina. It's easy to access some good shopping in the marina resort and directly behind the property.

Aruba has really nice spots: the beaches, and the dramatic surf at Arikok National Park. Oranjestad, though, is populated mostly by American tourists, and everything in the city (except the parliament, I guess) exists primarily for these people.