Socotoro 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.
Renaissance Mall Aruba
With a visit to Renaissance Mall Aruba, a favourite shopping spot in Oranjestad-West, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.
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.
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.
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.
Divi Beach
With its floury sands, swaying fronds and warm tropical waters, this beach is a picture of Caribbean perfection.
Activities
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
De Palm Island Adventure Awaits
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Beach with cliff jumping
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Our pick of the best Socotoro Hotel Deals
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Wonderful experience! Staff was attentive and an wonderful location!!l. Looking forward to returning!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
We had a wonderful stay in Aruba! We enjoyed the breakfast buffet every morning. The staff there were so friendly especially Rosa who greeted us every time she saw us. The room was clean and comfortable. Our only complaint was the beach was a little dirty. We often saw garbage laying in the sand. ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
The people of Aruba are AMAZING! And I mean everyone. From the hotel to taxis the shops and casinos. Everywhere we went there was a friendly face. The people make this island. Only downside at the hotel is that you have to get up early to “reserve” a palapa. The hotel must allow non residents of ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
Word for the wise! If you pay for the “huts” on the beach for your entire stay, make sure you claim them daily between 7-9am or they are forfeited and given to other guests. You are not charged but you don’t have your hut. Many guests were upset as that is the reason you rent them so as not having ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Aruba Beach Resort
The disappointment of the beach being across the street AND so rocky and murky is a deterrent for our next visit. There were some great things but that is a big deal for us. We walked down the street and the water was clear and almost no rocks.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Divi Village All Inclusive Villas
We love this swim bar
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Socotoro
Rancho
If you're spending some time in Rancho, Royal Plaza Mall and National Archaeological Museum Aruba are top sights worth seeing.
Madiki
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Madiki and surrounding area, you can visit Renaissance Mall Aruba and Eagle Beach.
Paradijswijk
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paradijswijk and surrounding area, you can visit Eagle Beach and Renaissance Mall Aruba.
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 Renaissance Mall Aruba.
Ponton
While Ponton isn't home to many top sights, Renaissance Mall Aruba and Aruba Aloe Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hato
While Hato isn't home to many top sights, Eagle Beach and Renaissance Mall Aruba are some notable places to visit nearby.