Resort Credit Includes:
Renova Spa - $260 in coupons
Weddings by Riu - $100 in coupons
Orchid Casino - $50 in coupons
Half Moon Store - $150 in coupons
Aruba Photos - $30 in coupons
Additional Information: Details on credits will be given at hotel at time of check in. Credits are per room, per stay. Must be 21 years or older. Resort Credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable and cannot be used for future stays. Resort credits can be used as discounts on specified select services only. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. This promotion is subject to availability. Some restrictions apply. *Inclusions subject to changes without prior notice.
Resort Credit Includes:
Renova Spa - $260 in coupons
Weddings by Riu - $200 in coupons
Orchid Casino - $50 in coupons
Half Moon Store - $150 in coupons
Aruba Photos - $30 in coupons
Additional Information: Details on credits will be given at hotel at time of check in. Credits are per room, per stay. Must be 21 years or older. Resort Credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable and cannot be used for future stays. Resort credits can be used as discounts on specified select services only. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. This promotion is subject to availability. Some restrictions apply. *Inclusions subject to changes without prior notice.
Resort Details
- Don NicolasBuffet-style, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Krystal
Fusion restaurant - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- MilanoItalian cuisine (buffet starters and dessert) - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- NautilusGrill Steakhouse - A la carte. Open for late continental breakfast & lunch and dinner.
- SayuriJapanese cuisine - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- Various Lounges/Bars- Bon Bini
- Barry's
- Sports Bar
- Casino Bar (not included in All-Inclusive program)
- Palm Beach
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Accessible facilities
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Babysitting,Offsite†
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities†
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Babysitting, Offsite†
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities†
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna
- Spa†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Internet Access
† Fees may apply
- Children's programDaytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 12 (daily).
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-siteWorkout and aquagym.
- Gambling †Free entry to the Cool Casino (Drinks not included).
- GeneralDaytime entertainment programme for adults (daily). Shows, Riu evening programme or live music (daily).
- Hot tubThere is 1 indoor hot tub and 2 outdoor hot tubs.
- Kayaking
- Motorized Water Sports †Available through Scuba Caribe.
- Non-Motorized Water SportsAvailable through Scuba Caribe.
- PoolThere are 2 pools on-site. Each pool with an integrated Jacuzzi This Property has swim-up bars.
- Sauna
- Scuba diving †One introductory scuba diving lesson in pool.
- Snorkeling
- Spa'Renova Spa' with a variety of treatments, hairdresser, beauty salon and massages (additional charge).
- SurfingStand up paddle surfing (SUP).
- Golf †Golf course located within 5 miles of the property.
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews from BeachBound Customers
Customer ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
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RIU palace Aruba 2025
Wow! We just got back from a week vacation with 13 of my family member ranging in age from 10-72. We were there for my parent’s 50th wedding anniversary. It was absolutely perfect. The food was delicious. We were able to get into the specialty restraints no problem but also ate at the buffet and loved it. Nellie at check in was amazing and even helped with a special surprise one night at the Japanese restaurant for my parents 50th wedding dinner. On the pool deck - Pearla in the towel hut always greeted you with a smile and was so friendly! Raul and Billy the waiters around the pool area always made sure our cups were full! Duarte the goat who was the security guard was always by the entrance and making sure all were safe in the pool. Give him a fist bump and you will see why they call him the goat! And lastly Gillian - he was so energetic and full of enthusiasm all day - every day entertaining us on the pool deck and on the RIU stage. This was our second time there and it won’t be our last!
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Fantastic
We had a wonderful family vacation, our fourth year. Our stay was fantastic and the people,as always, were wonderful!
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Best Family Trip!
It was the best Trip our of our last 10 trips to various Countries and Family Resorts. It was clean, the rooms were sufficient for the little time we spent in the rooms, the bathrooms, very clean, the view of the pool and ocean were delightful, the service was top notch, the buffet fabulous, clean, friendly service and beautiful. All other restaurants we ate at while there were great. It was so safe and our 14 kids found their way around without any trouble. For the 1st time ever, we left the Resort and walked to town which was so fun! We will surely be back! Thank you so much.
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Very good stay
Overall the stay was very good. The only area of improvement would be the cleanliness of the room and having more bottled water available for conjoined rooms. The food was impeccable. Customer service was outstanding.
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Disappointing Stay - Not Worth The Price 1 Star
We stayed at the Riu Palace Aruba in mid-July and unfortunately, it didn’t live up to expectations. The building is noticeably dated, and the rooms had a strong musty smell with worn-out furniture. The main building had only two small elevators, both hot and poorly ventilated. The pool was in rough shape—our kids found broken tiles at the bottom almost every day. One of the buildings was under renovation, and construction noise started early in the morning, even around the pool area. Drinks were made with the cheapest alcohol and mixers, and the restaurants offered very limited, underwhelming options. The buffet had more variety but still felt average at best. There were only two ATMs, both on the adult-only side. One (in the casino) wasn’t working and the other ran out of U.S. dollars for several days. On a positive note, the location is excellent, and the pool and activity staff were friendly and energetic. Still, for the price, we expected far better quality and comfort. Would not return.
- AdvisoryStudent Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
- AdvisoryThe hotel will start renovations: Phase 1 (April 21–August 21, 2025) affects Block B and the Nautilus poolside restaurant. A BBQ station will replace poolside snacks, and the steakhouse menu moves to another restaurant. Phase 2 (August 21–December 21, 2025) involves Block A. Work occurs weekdays (8 AM–4 PM), with no weekend disruptions. There will be limited room availability and temporary facility changes during these phases.
- Check in: 3:00 PM
- Check out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- General policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th, 11th or 16th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together, Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Hotel Spring Break Policies - Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Pet policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early departure policy
- Early departure penalty:1 nightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
- Early departure penalty:2 nightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26