Socotoro Travel Guide
Oranjestad
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.
Things to do
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach
Top hotels in Socotoro
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
Clean room, very friendly staff, very good food.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
All good!
Reviewed on 29 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
Breakfast was great. Walking area was beautiful. Beach was clean and beautiful. People were very nice
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Divi Village All Inclusive Villas
Incredible long weekend stay for my gf’s 25th. 10 minutes from airport. Beach access was awesome. Pools were great. Food & all inclusive was very worth it with all the great restaurants. Room with an ocean view was amazing. 10/10 will be coming back
Reviewed on 29 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.