Planning an Aruba all inclusive vacation? Unlike some Caribbean islands, Aruba has a small but high-quality set of true all-inclusive resorts clustered around Palm Beach and the Druif/Eagle Beach area. Below, see which properties are fully all-inclusive, who they’re best for (adults-only vs family), what’s actually included, and smart booking tips so you know exactly what you’re getting.
Aruba All-Inclusive Resorts (For Adults/Honeymoons)
RIU Palace Antillas (Palm Beach, adults-only 18+): Best Adults-Only
24-hour all-inclusive, exclusively for guests 18+, just steps away from Palm Beach nightlife.
77 J.E. Irausquin Boulevard
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Secrets Baby Beach Aruba (San Nicolas): Best Adults-Only
Adults only all-inclusive at Baby Beach. Secluded, scenic covers; plan on renting a car or budgeting for taxis if you want to explore Palm/Eagle beach at night. Check current opening/booking status for your travel dates.
Sero Colorado 289, San Nicolas, Aruba
Aruba All-Inclusive Resorts (Best for Families)
RIU Palace Aruba (Palm Beach): Best Overall
Large beachfront resort with 24-hour all-inclusive service. 24h all -inclusive in the heart of Palm Beach; walk to shops, casinos, and bars.
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 79
Barceló Aruba (Palm Beach): Best for Families (walkable beaches)
Family-friendly AI on the Palm Beach strip; multiple restaurants/bars and optional Royal Level upgrades.
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 83
Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive (Druif/Eagle area): Best for Families (walkable beaches)
Shared access to restaurants, pools and activities across both resorts; oceonfront rooms are a good choice for families.
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 45
Aruba All-Inclusive Resorts (Optional Packages)
There are also a few popular hotels offer optional all inclusive packages (not mandatory, not always available on every date)
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba (Palm Beach): Best Value with All-inclusive option
Offical all inclusive pacakge covers three meals daily, with resort brand drinks, and more. Located at the central Palm Beach strip, one of the best places on the island.
Source: Holiday Inn Offical Website
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 230
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba (Orenjestad): Best Value with All-inclusive option
Famous for Renaissance Private Island (the home of the Flamingo beach). The availability of its packages varies, so it is always a good idea to check with the hotel directly.
L.G. Smith Blvd 82
Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort (Oranjestad/Druif): Best Value with All-inclusive option
Includes condo-style resort with kitchens and larger rooms, easy access to Druif/Eagle beaches. A great option for long vacations or stays.
J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 93
Divi Dutch Village Beach Resort Aruba (Oranjestad/Druif): Best Value with All-inclusive option
Suite layout with kitchens and shared facilities within the Divi complex.
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 47
Best Aruba All-Inclusive Resorts (Comparison Table)
Resort | Area | Adults-Only | Key perk | |
Palm Beach | No | 24-hour all-inclusive, center-strip | ||
Palm Beach | 18+ | Adults-only tower, 24-hour AI | ||
Palm Beach | No | Family-friendly; optional Royal Level | ||
Druif/Eagle | No | Shares dining/pools with Tamarijn | ||
Druif/Eagle | No | All oceanfront rooms; access to Divi | ||
Baby Beach | 18+ | Secluded lagoon setting, adults-only | ||
Palm Beach | No | Budget-friendly package on prime beach | ||
Druif/Oranjestad | No | Condo layouts + access to Divi complex | ||
Druif/Oranjestad | No | Suites w/ kitchens; shares Divi amenities | ||
Oranjestad | Mixed (adults-only wing + family wing) | Access to Renaissance Private Island |
What is Included in Aruba All Inclusive
- Meals & snacks (buffets + a la carte; RIU = 24 hour All inclusive)
- Unlimited drinks (house brands; premiums may cost extra)
- Activites & entertainment (non-motorized watersports; nightly shows)
- Wi-Fi, gym, kids' club (family resorts)
- Examples: RIU Palace/Antilla has a 24 hour all inclusive package + minibar restock; Divi & Tamarjin has shared access to restaurants and pools
- Extra charges: Spa, cabanas, premium liquor, steakhouse surchages, Royal Level at Barcelo, motorized watersports
Aruba All Inclusive Resorts (Getting Around Aruba)
- Most all inclusive options don't include airport transfers
- Fixed-rate taxis are by zones (between airport and Palm/Eagle beach), small late-night/holiday surcharges
- Arubus runs the hotel corridor every 15 min by day
Aruba All-Inclusive FAQs
Do Aruba all-inclusive resorts include airport transfers?
Usually no (unless you book a flight-hotel package that bundles transfers). Getting to your resort is easy via fixed-rate taxis or the Arubus public bus along the hotel strip. Check your package details; otherwise plan a taxi at the airport rank or ride Arubus from Oranjestad.Can I use US dollars at my resort and around the island?
Yes. USD is widely accepted alongside the Aruban florin (you may receive change in florins). Cards are broadly accepted too; carry small bills for taxis and small vendorsHow do all inclusive resorts like Divi Aruba All Inclusive and Tamarijn work together? Can I shuttle?
Guests share restaurants and amenities across both resorts; a complimentary shuttle runs roughly every 15 minutes, or you can walk the beachfront in about 5 minutes.Can I rely on the bus from an all-inclusive?
Yes. Arubus runs every 15 minutes along the hotel corridor by day (then every ~40 minutes late evening), connecting Palm/Eagle/Druif with downtown Oranjestad.