Socotoro 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
Aruba Town Hall featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Aruba Town Hall

Once a residence for a well-to-do local family, this impeccably restored landmark mansion now serves as a government building hosting civil wedding services.

Aruba Town Hall
Renaissance Island

Renaissance Island

Explore the great outdoors at Renaissance Island and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Oranjestad. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Renaissance Island
Manchebo Beach

Manchebo Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Manchebo Beach during your travels in Oranjestad-West? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.

Manchebo Beach
Druif Beach which includes rocky coastline

Divi Beach

With its floury sands, swaying fronds and warm tropical waters, this beach is a picture of Caribbean perfection.

Divi Beach
Royal Plaza Mall

Royal Plaza Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Royal Plaza Mall during your trip to Oranjestad-West. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

Royal Plaza Mall

Activities

Wild Side – All Inclusive UTV Tour Exploring the Northern Treasure

Wild Side – All Inclusive UTV Tour Exploring the Northern Treasure

AU$156
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Wild Side – All Inclusive UTV Tour Exploring the Northern Treasure
Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba

Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba

AU$121
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental

Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental

AU$84
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental
Sailing Experience to Boca Catalina with Dinner

Sunset Sail to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner

AU$182
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sunset Sail to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner
Aruba's Karting Speedway Experience

Aruba's Karting Speedway Experience

AU$39
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Aruba's Karting Speedway Experience
Submarine with fish in Aruba

Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba

AU$213
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
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Our pick of the best Socotoro Hotel Deals

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! (1,283 reviews)
"Use of both properties at Marina, and Ocean suites"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 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
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! (1,241 reviews)
"We stayed here in 2021 and they were in mid renovation but staff was wonderful about everything that we decided we needed to come back. We will be back for another stay on our next trip to Aruba."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Radisson Blu Aruba

Radisson Blu Aruba

4 out of 5
J.E.IRAUSQUIN BLVD, 97-A, Noord
The price is AU$570 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$570
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,224 reviews)
"Overall we were very pleased with our stay! We ended up with a 3BR penthouse suite. Room was great except there was a mild smell of mildew/musty in the master suite. Staff was friendly, hotel is very convenient to walk to dinners and shopping and beach, the pools at the hotel are very nice especially ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Radisson Blu Aruba
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG

4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 230, Noord
Fully refundable
The price is AU$564 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$564
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,490 reviews)
"Our second trip here and love Aruba super beautiful place recommend to all who want safe and a lot of sun."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

4.5 out of 5
L G Smith Boulevard 101, Noord
The price is AU$1,098 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$1,098
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Noord. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The property was very nice. The restaurants had good food. The Gelato place was EXCELLENT!!! Enjoyed it everyday for 4 days!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Divi Village All Inclusive Villas

Divi Village All Inclusive Villas

4 out of 5
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 93, 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 helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,256 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this resort"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

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Divi Village All Inclusive Villas
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Other neighbourhoods around Socotoro

National Archaeological Museum Aruba featuring art

Rancho

If you're spending some time in Rancho, Royal Plaza Mall and National Archaeological Museum Aruba are top sights worth seeing.

Rancho
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Madiki

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Madiki and surrounding area, you can visit Eagle Beach and Royal Plaza Mall.

Madiki
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Paradijswijk

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paradijswijk and surrounding area, you can visit Eagle Beach and Royal Plaza Mall.

Paradijswijk
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Paradijs

While Paradijs may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eagle Beach and Royal Plaza Mall.

Paradijs
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Ponton

While Ponton isn't home to many top sights, Aruba Aloe Museum and Royal Plaza Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ponton
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Hato

While Hato isn't home to many top sights, Eagle Beach and Aruba Aloe Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hato

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