Oranjestad-East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View of Oranjestad's harbor from the top deck of our ship.  Took this photo just before spending the day ashore.
View of Oranjestad's harbor from the top deck of our ship.  Took this photo just before spending the day ashore.
The Royal Plaza Mall is the most traditional shopping area in Oranjestad. This very pink and ornate building houses an attractive collection of shops that offers a little bit of everything. It is conveniently located right across the cruise ship terminal right in the middle of Oranjestad, walking distance to the bus station, museums , galleries and shopping malls.
Heineken fans will like the Christmas decorations on this tree in front of this Aruban bar.
The main airport in Aruba welcomes visitors with a traffic roundabout that displays it's international collection of flags!

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Oranjestad-East Hotel Deals

Talk of the Town Hotel & Beach Club

Talk of the Town Hotel & Beach Club

3 out of 5
L.G. Smith Boulevard #2 Oranjestad AUA
The price is NZ$563 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
NZ$563
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Oranjestad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room pretty hotel and nice staffs

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Talk of the Town Hotel & Beach Club
Hyatt Place Aruba Airport

Hyatt Place Aruba Airport

4 out of 5
Wayaca 6B Oranjestad
The price is NZ$571 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$571
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oranjestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (882 reviews)
Everything

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Aruba Airport
Agua Clara Eco Suites

Agua Clara Eco Suites

3 out of 5
Morgenster 50a Oranjestad
Stay at this aparthotel in Oranjestad. Enjoy free parking, a garden and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Eagle Beach and Renaissance Island are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
Rooms were clean, easy check in and out. Simple room in a location close to a grocery store and a major road.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Agua Clara Eco Suites
Vistalmar Ocean Suites

Vistalmar Ocean Suites

2.5 out of 5
28 Bucutiweg Oranjestad
The price is NZ$357 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
NZ$357
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach apartment in Oranjestad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and a marina. Popular attractions Eagle Beach and Renaissance Island are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (196 reviews)
Stayed in the mini studio. Excellent accommodations. The property was clean, quiet and very nice. The room was very clean and comfortable. The common pool area with lounge area was great space. Enjoyed the hammock and lounge area. The private mini pool that was apart of the studio I booked was also ...

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Vistalmar Ocean Suites
Hacienda Apartments near the beach

Hacienda Apartments near the beach

2 out of 5
6 Stadionweg Oranjestad
The price is NZ$234 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
NZ$234
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Oranjestad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Eagle Beach and Renaissance Island are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
Had a great stay at this apartment in Aruba. The host communicated very well from start to finish and made everything easy and smooth. The place was very clean, well organized, and exactly as described. The location was super convenient and close to everything we needed. I would definitely stay here ...

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Hacienda Apartments near the beach
Le Chateau Ocean Villas

Le Chateau Ocean Villas

3.5 out of 5
Julianastraat 14 Oranjestad
Stay at this beach apartment in Oranjestad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Eagle Beach and Renaissance Mall Aruba are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (42 reviews)
Fred was great & informative. Clean, beautiful area.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Le Chateau Ocean Villas
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 Oranjestad-East

View of Oranjestad's harbor from the top deck of our ship.  Took this photo just before spending the day ashore.

Sabana Blanco

Sabana Blanco might not have many top sights, but Guillermo Prospero Trinidad Stadium and Surfside Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sabana Blanco
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Wayaka

While Wayaka isn't home to many top sights, Hooiberg and Renaissance Island are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wayaka
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Camacuri

Though Camacuri may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Surfside Beach and Renaissance Island.

Camacuri
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San Barbola

While there might not be top attractions in San Barbola, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Guillermo Prospero Trinidad Stadium and Fort Zoutman.

San Barbola
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Tarabana

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tarabana and surrounding area, you can visit Guillermo Prospero Trinidad Stadium and Aruba Town Hall.

Tarabana
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Mahuma

While Mahuma isn't home to many top sights, Hooiberg and Renaissance Island are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mahuma


Oranjestad-East Travel Guide

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