Oranjestad-East Travel Guide

Oranjestad

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.
I had no idea there were water spiders until diving in Aruba!
Gorgeous buildings downtown

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Oranjestad-East

voco Surfside Aruba by IHG

voco Surfside Aruba by IHG

3 out of 5
L.G. Smith Boulevard #2 Oranjestad AUA
The price is ฿10,422 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿10,422
฿13,139 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (19 reviews)
The property itself is not on the beach. It’s across the street. The staff should be taught better on how to direct you. What seating on the beach accommodates the hotel. So here I’m gonna save you a whole lot of confusion. It’s Across The Street slightly to the right reflections beach club. Now ...

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

voco Surfside Aruba by IHG
Hyatt Place Aruba Airport

Hyatt Place Aruba Airport

4 out of 5
Wayaca 6B Oranjestad
The price is ฿8,028 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
฿8,028
฿10,498 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (908 reviews)
Everything was 100% positive

Reviewed on 1 Mar 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! (134 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 ฿5,700 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿5,700
฿7,362 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach apartment in Oranjestad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 8 outdoor pools and a private beach. Popular attractions Eagle Beach and Renaissance Island are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (202 reviews)
The room was perfect for one. Clean and issues I had were promptly addressed. (They were minor) I love dogs , so the dogs on property were nice. All very friendly. Very quiet area with food in walking distance. You WILL need a car though if you plan on exploring other areas of the island.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Vistalmar Ocean Suites
Hacienda Apartments near the beach

Hacienda Apartments near the beach

2 out of 5
6 Stadionweg Oranjestad
The price is ฿3,893 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
฿3,893
฿4,475 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Oranjestad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Eagle Beach and Renaissance Island are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Great place! Convenient location. Super clean. Loved it!

Reviewed on 21 Feb 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! (47 reviews)
A good clean room in a great location for walking to most things. The host, Fred, was very helpfull. I would not recommend it for any light sleepers due to the barking dogs next door and traffic on the nearby main road.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Le Chateau Ocean Villas
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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 Surfside Beach and Renaissance Island 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 Aruba Town Hall and Surfside Beach.

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 Aruba Town Hall and Surfside Beach.

Tarabana
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Mahuma

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

Mahuma


Oranjestad-East Travel Guide