Bakval Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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 Noord. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Malmok Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Malmok Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
Alto Vista Chapel
Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.
Activities
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
De Palm Island Adventure Awaits
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Aruba Jeep Tour: Natural Pool, Caves and Baby Beach Adventure
2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba
Our pick of the best Bakval Hotel Deals
Bocobay Aracari Condo Hotel
Service on site was very helpful. Location not far from beach however a car would be essential.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Yoyita Suites Aruba
wonderful
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Modern Hotel Aruba
Had a great time room was clean and what we needed for booking last minute! The loft was alittle tight on space so next time booking I would pick a larger room at this location.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Tuscany Residence Aruba
Everything was great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Bocobay Porta al Sole Condos
Great experience! Especially for a big group - lovely, very spacious home! We loved taking advantage of the pool, grill, and proximity to beach.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
The private island and flamingos was a highlight!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bakval
Saliña Cerca
While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
Opal
Though Opal may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach and Stellaris Casino.
Kamay
While there might not be top attractions in Kamay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino.
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.
Kurimiauw
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kurimiauw and surrounding area, you can visit Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach Plaza.
Esmeralda
When in Esmeralda, you can plan a visit to Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
