Opal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Eagle Beach showing a sandy beach

Eagle Beach

Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees.

Eagle Beach
Palm Beach which includes a sandy beach

Palm Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Palm Beach. Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

Palm Beach
Arashi Beach showing a beach

Arashi Beach

Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.

Arashi Beach
Tierra del Sol Golf Course

Tierra del Sol Golf Course

Play a round of golf in Malmok at Tierra del Sol Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as snorkelling. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Tierra del Sol Golf Course
Butterfly Farm featuring animals

Butterfly Farm

Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.

Butterfly Farm
Boca Catalina Beach

Boca Catalina Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malmok. Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.

Boca Catalina Beach

Activities

Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba

Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba

AU$127
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental

Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental

AU$89
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental
Aruba Snorkel Sail with Open Bar – Dolphin Catamaran

Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

AU$111
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Aruba Unique Clear Kayak Drone Photoshoot with Video

Aruba Unique Clear Kayak Drone Photoshoot with Video

AU$282
per adult
Aruba Unique Clear Kayak Drone Photoshoot with Video
Noord: Dolphin Sunset Adventure Catamaran Cruise

Noord: Dolphin Sunset Adventure Catamaran Cruise

AU$95
per adult
Noord: Dolphin Sunset Adventure Catamaran Cruise
Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour

Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour

AU$193
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour
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Our pick of the best Opal Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 230, Noord
The price is AU$891 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$891
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Noord. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,354 reviews)
"We enjoyed our time at the Holiday Inn but were disappointed in the room itself. Definitely room for improvement. Our room was 'tired' and was very much in need of refurbishment. The beds are advertised as doubles but were only full size. The door on the refrigerator cover cupboard would not stay ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jan. 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino, an IHG Hotel
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
4.5 out of 5
L G Smith Boulevard 82, Oranjestad
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Oranjestad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,228 reviews)
"Getting to ride the water taxi every day was a treat. The Island was fantastic - family side. Better food than the hotel Sole option. Best warm weather vacation to date."

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

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Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 77, Noord
The price is AU$1,803 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$1,803
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,161 reviews)
"My room was so nice! Very clean the staff was so nice and courteous and friendly! The grounds were beautiful the beach omg the water so was breath taking never seen nothing like it!! The food was delicious!! The drinks were so good!! And the parties was so much fun!! I want to give a shout to all ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 79, Noord
The price is AU$1,914 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$1,914
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,797 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Aruba - All Inclusive
Radisson Blu Aruba
Radisson Blu Aruba
4 out of 5
J.E.IRAUSQUIN BLVD, 97-A, Noord
The price is AU$706 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$706
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Noord. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,924 reviews)
Wonderful Return Stay
"This is a wonderful property in Aruba that we have stayed at multiple times. The room is very spacious. There is a small kitchen area with a microwave, coffee machine, fridge, freezer, and a couple of glasses. The daily room cleaning did a great job cleaning the room and ensuring that we always have ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Radisson Blu Aruba
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 41, Oranjestad
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Oranjestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,516 reviews)
Beautiful resort
"A relaxing, all inclusive stay. Plan on making dinner reservations a couple days in advance. Right on the beach with a great view from the room and throughout the resort."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

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Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Opal

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Bakval

Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bakval
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Esmeralda

When in Esmeralda, you can plan a visit to Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Palm Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Esmeralda
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Saliña Cerca

While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

Saliña Cerca
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Boroncana

While Boroncana isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba are some notable places to visit nearby.

Boroncana
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Kamay

While there might not be top attractions in Kamay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency Casino.

Kamay
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Kurimiauw

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kurimiauw and surrounding area, you can visit Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba.

Kurimiauw

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