An Aruba Resort Offering Adventures for All Ages

Experiences

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Located on the island’s beautiful Palm Beach, this Aruba resort engages its natural surroundings to provide guests with exclusive experiences. At the beach, snorkeling, sailing, and kayaking entice visitors out into the Caribbean Sea, and two beachfront pools with luxury cabanas tempt them to stay on land. Ritz Kids caters to young guests with daily activities, and a 24-hour casino appeals to adults with table games, slot machines, and nightly live music.

Enjoy Luxury Vacation Experiences

Indulge in your every wish inspired by the azure waters of the Caribbean. From its spectacular Palm Beach location, The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba offers endless resort and recreational activities to rejuvenate and relax while the sun shines. Whether you prefer relaxing in a beachfront cabana or more active pursuits like snorkeling, paddle boarding, pedal boating, and kayaking, there are plenty of ways to make your Aruba experience simply unforgettable.

Pool & Beach Amenities

Sparkling Outdoor Pools

Elevate your pool or beach experience by booking a cabana or bimini. The resort features two pools for children and adults. Towels and chairs are provided poolside with food and beverage service available daily. Take in the scenic views of the Caribbean Sea from the two outdoor pools, a great location to relax in the Aruba sun. Recreation attendants offer a variety of amenities throughout the day.

Mom and daughter in the family pool

Watersports

Spend the day soaking in the Aruba sunshine on the beach enjoying a variety of activities and water sports available, including snorkeling, paddle boarding, kayaking, scuba diving, sailing and more. Red Sail Sports is the activity and adventure partner for water exploring and adventures. This full-service, water sports and activity company has more than 25 years of experience and operates the largest custom build fleet of catamarans and dive boats on the island of Aruba. Red Sail Sports offers everything from catamaran sailing and snorkel trips, diving lessons and trips, private charters waters ports and island safaris and exploring. The Red Sail Sports’ tours and activity desk is conveniently located in the resort, with hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily.

Two paddle-boarders push along the water?s surface
  • Paddleboarding

  • Kayaking

  • Water hammock

  • Snorkeling equipment

  • Zayaking

  • Pedal boat
     

Please pass by our Towel Hut to arrange these activites

Soak in the sun and experience the ultimate in pool or beachside luxury from the comfort of a pool or beach cabana.

Take your vacation to a new level with a private pool or beachside cabana featuring plush lounge chairs, personalized amenities, fresh fruit platter and refreshments for a perfect day.

For cabana packages information or to reserve a cabana please email: RCArubaRecreationTeam@marriott.com

Cabana rentals are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; cabana service ends at 5 p.m. There are no discounted rates if cabana’s are not used if reserved. All cancellations must be done 24 hours in advance; a 50% charge is applicable at this time. Prices based on two guests per pool cabana and five guests for beach cabanas.

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba Casino

Let The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba Casino dazzle your evenings with a roll of the dice. At this Aruba beachfront resort, the 15,000 square-foot Casino features 15 traditional table games, slot machines and live entertainment. The casino features: 15 traditional table games, such as Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Caribbean Stud Poker, Three Card Poker, Let It Ride, and Texas Hold'em Bonus. A spectacular selection of slot machines which features over 265 spinning reels, video reels, and video games with jackpots available. Exclusive VIP membership club offering rewards and benefits. Two sports betting kiosks. Complimentary beverages offered at table games and for slot machine players. 

Casino Hours:

Open 24 hours

Table Game Hours:

Open daily from 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

VIP Desk:

Open from 9:30 a.m.

The Casino consists of over 200 slot machines, 15 table games, and two sports betting kiosks and offers all of the traditional tables.

Table games: The Casino at the Ritz-Carlton Aruba offers all internationally known casino games such as Roulette, Dice, Black Jack, Caribbean Stud Poker, and Ultimate Texas Hold 'em. Tables are open from 4:30 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Slot Machines: The Casino at The Ritz-Carlton Aruba has over 200 of the newest slot machines, offering the longest playtime, the greatest service, and the best atmosphere on the island. Denominations range from:

$0.01
$0.05
$0.25
$0.50
$1.00 (Highest bet can go up to $90.00 on some of these machines)
$5.00 (The highest bet is $15.00)
$10 (The highest bet is $30.00)
The Casino at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba also offers a High Limit slot area with the highest bet of up to $200 per spin.

For all transactions, a valid Identification Document is required for residents and a valid passport for non-residents. The Casino consists of approximately 265 slot machines, 15 table games, and two sports betting kiosks and offers all of the traditional table games except a live poker room.

Guests are invited to become a member of the VIP desk at The Casino at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba and be a part of a loyalty program that offers a wide variety of benefits and complimentary services at our island paradise. To become a member you will need to provide valid passport and current residential address.

VIP Members can earn benefits and points for both slot machines and table games. Members are eligible to receive cash redemption from slot machine points, while accumulated table comps can be redeemed towards enjoying the hotel’s celebrated amenities, including complimentary rooms nights, dining, and spa.

 

Exclusively for Marriott Bonvoy Member

Marriott Bonvoy Members are invited to become a member of our casino and they will receive a slot credit match:

 

Silver Elite: $10 slot credit match

Gold Elite: $20 slot credit match

Platinum Elite: $30 slot credit match

Titanium Elite: $40 slot credit match

Ambassador Elite: $50 slot credit match

 

*This offer is exclusive for Marriott Bonvoy Members.

Join us every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday for a fun-filled day at The Casino starting at 1 p.m.

Play 10 games of Bingo with a chance to win big cash prizes and a progressive jackpot starting at $10,000. Purchase two bingo booklets and receive the third complementary.

Bingo Hot Seats takes place between 12:45 p.m. – 5 p.m. with a chance to win a share of $500 in slot credit prizes.

Casino Promotions: add: Weekend mega Frenzy: Every Friday & Saturday, casino players with VIP membership cards can participate in the weekend frenzy. Participation includes playtime with an active casino VIP membership card and a minimum of 40 points accumulated or with a theoretical $20 win to earn a raffle ticket and win up to $1,500 in cash prizes.

Disclaimer: All guests are required to present a valid passport including their current residential address for cash transactions at The Casino at The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba as required by the local law (P.O. Boxes do not suffice).

Planning Your Trip in Aruba

This Caribbean island is a melting pot of cultures that resonates throughout the island’s rich food, art and architecture. Bright houses, clear blue water, fresh seafood and beautiful vistas make it even more of a traveler’s paradise.

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Ritz Kids Programs Are Offered Seasonally

Ritz Kids

As Jean-Michel Cousteau says, “All kids start out as scientists, constantly asking ‘Why? What’s that? How does it work?’” Our resort’s experiences tap into that innate curiosity by introducing our youngest guests to both the natural wonders and the rich cultural traditions of our family resort’s barrier island location. Immersive and adventurous, the experiences provide your child with enthralling activities during your family vacation. With a diverse collection of activities based on the four pillars of the program – water, land, environmental responsibility and culture – kids are swept away by everything from sand dunes and ancient forests, to recycling and sustainability, storytelling, art and even food. Ritz Kids introduces our young guests to the natural wonders of the island through a variety of hands-on adventures. Designed for children ages 4 through 12, the supervised program entertain kids with educational games and activities featuring different themes throughout the week.

Two kids playing sand castle at the beach

Dog Friendly

The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba offers pet-friendly amenities designed to create the ultimate luxury experience for both guests and their furry companions seeking indulgent island experiences. The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba welcomes pets weighing 20 pounds or less in their guestrooms including public areas for a one-time $250 pet cleaning fee.

Dog Beach Cabanna
Day 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM      1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Monday Shell & Tell Wood Art
Tuesday Fun with Waffles Something’s Fishy
Wednesday    Coral Reef  Sharks
Thursday Create Art Studio Under the Sea
Friday Shell & Tell  Create, Learn & Play
Saturday Fun with Waffles More About Iguanas
Sunday Arts & Crafts  Create & Learn 

Nature Scouts* – Learn how to recognize different type of iguanas and lizards and all their adaptations. Find out the greatest mystery about their third eye and why they have such a long tail. Our four legged friend will cross around the property while we try to find the most colorful ones.

Create, Learn & Play – This program offers a unique opportunity to get to know a little bit more about Aruba and its history, culture, language and animals through fun and interactive activities. Come and paint with all the colors of the wind and soar with us on this journey to uncover all this island has to offer.

Something Fishy – Learn about some of our favorite underwater friends – fish! We dig into what makes a fish a fish and why fish are shaped and colored the way that they are. Become a fish detective as we play games to discover how much we can learn about a fish just by looking at it, as well as what makes fish so different from you and me.

Lights Camera Action – You are the star as we make our very own movie. Take the lead as we pick what topic we want to share with the world, write the script, read the lines and voilà. Your very own service announcement that you can use to showcase your talents and spread the message with friends, family and teachers.

Water Wows – Become a scientist as we run a series of experiments on one of the most fascinating substances on earth – water! This activity focuses on that amazing substance we call water – its properties, mysteries and importance. A number of fun experiments and games demonstrate the wonder of water..

Amazing Nature – Through dynamic, interactive games we realize just how amazing nature can be. Discover the human inventions that nature did first, like Velcro and army tanks, and challenge yourself to invent something new. We investigate special talents that some critters have and the important gifts we get from nature

For the Birds – Did you know that there is a bird that can fly over 100 mph (161 km/h)? This activity looks at the world from a bird’s eye view as we examine all of the fascinating types of birds and some of the amazing things that they can do. Play games, create art and even search for some birds out in the wild.

Culture Exploration – Through variations of stories told around the world, we will explore culture and challenge you to create your very own culture. Imagine you now live on an island in the middle of the ocean – express the new culture through dress, jewelry, music, dance, art and food, while you envision your new community.

Pajama & Storytelling: Myths & Legends – This activity offers a chance to discover how and why myths came to be and look at inspiring legends from around the world. Investigate what is a hero and how not all heroes are legends of old. They still exist today! Who are some heroes in your life? Create your own story to share and inspire.

Sharks – Whether you are fascinated by or scared of the world of sharks, this activity is for you. Through a variety of games, activities and videos, we learn about different kinds of sharks, why sharks are so misunderstood and how sharks are important to us and to the ocean.

Coral Reefs – Ever wonder what is a Coral Reef? Is it a plant or an animal or both? Trough games, Multimedia, and crafts, explore the magical ecosystem known as the “City under the water “.

*Complimentary family activity, guardians required to accompany children under 18.

Important Program Information:

Please outfit all children with comfortable clothing for all daytime activities. Parents will be required to sign a waiver before their children participate in an activity. For further information, please view our What to expect site.

Day Programs Prices: $20 per hour per child

Reservations are required for all activities and must be made a minimum of 24 hours in advance.

A Breathtaking Golf Club on Aruba

Tierra del Sol Golf Club

Experience an Aruba golf vacation like no other at Tierra del Sol Golf Club. Stand on each tee box at this world-class golf course and imagine the vision of famed architect Robert Trent Jones II as he masterfully sculpted 18 beautiful holes of championship golf combining the elements of wind, sea, and earth in perfect harmony with the rhythms of Aruba. Whether a novice or avid golfer, you will find the sensation of golf at Tierra del Sol truly exhilarating.

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Enjoy a variety of offerings, including:

  • Private lessons 

  • Tee it High, Let it Fly Golf Clinic

  • Full Driving range (grass) and practice facility

  • GPS on all Golf Carts (satellite yardage)

  • Nike Club Rentals

  • Group Outings, Tournaments and other Golf related functions organized to the customer’s requests

  • Full Pro Shop with name brand, Golf Equipment and Apparel

  • Beverage Cart service & Look Out Bar & Grill (10th Tee)
The Mystery of the Islands Is Revealed

The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Aruba

Within a 15,000 sq. ft. beachfront sanctuary, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Aruba offers healing and relaxation with a distinctly local touch. Aloe, coffee, and other indigenous ingredients are showcased in signature treatments and paired with science-driven skincare from ESPA and Eminence for results-oriented facials. Relaxation lounges include whirlpools, saunas, and steam rooms, and an oxygen bar helps reduce stress and boost energy. The resort’s luxury spa is ideal for couples or bridal parties and includes 13 treatment rooms, a hair and nail salon, and a boutique.

Wet Lounge Jacuzzi
Open 24 hours daily

Fitness Center

Select from a wide range of cardiovascular and strength-training options, while enjoying spectacular ocean views. Delight in a variety of workout classes, including Yoga, Zumba, and Tai Chi. Cross-training, full-body stretching, and group fitness classes on the beach. In addition to personal trainers on hand for private instruction. Also available: State-of-the-art circuit training room; comprehensive fitness equipment and facilities.

Fitness Center
On-Site Outlets
Spa Relaxation Lounge

The Ritz- Carlton, Aruba Spa

Spa Hours of Operation: Daily from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Yoga Classes weekly Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on the Event lawn from 9:30am to 10:30am.

Fitness Center

Fitness Center

Access a wide range of cardiovascular and strength-training equipment for your daily workout.

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Swimming

Recreation Pool (Family)

Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM-9:00 PM

Outdoor

Towels provided

Heated

Relaxation Pool

Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM-9:00 PM

Outdoor

Towels provided

Heated

Whirlpool

Located at the Family Pool