Esmeralda Travel Guide
Noord
Visit Esmeralda
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.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
Boca Catalina Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Alto Vista Chapel
Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.
Things to do
Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails
Noord: Arikok National Park Jeep Tour with Baby Beach Visit
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Top hotels in Esmeralda
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Nicely refurbished rooms and very peaceful.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Clean room, friendly staff, master room and living room with pullout are nicely separated. Shower nice. We were given a room facing pool (upgrade without asking). Love Renaissance Island. Pools with service are outstanding.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
Very Happay stay at Divi AI, All staff and services were exceptional.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
Staff were very personable and the food was excellent. Highly recommend the Tamarijn resort.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
The room is a little worn but The Holiday Inn gets you exactly where you want to be! The people are generally lovely and our housekeeper Ingrid was Wonderful! Keeping up with all our needs, towels, tissues, ice bucket bags! The ocean was a little cloudy so we spent more time than usual at the pool ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
The staff was very friendly and polite. All areas and room were very clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Esmeralda
Malmok
Malmok is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach.
Westpunt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westpunt and surrounding area, you can visit Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach.
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.
Bakval
Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
