The Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Oranjestad

Where to Stay on Your First Trip to Oranjestad

If it's your first trip to Oranjestad, Aruba for the activities and sightseeing, then you're in for a treat. But the biggest question is often where to stay for a first time visitor to Oranjestad. With so many amazing hotels to choose from, it can be tough to make a decision to make the most of your first trip here. That's where we come in! In this comprehensive guide, we'll help you find the best hotels for first-timers in Oranjestad. After analyzing all of the hotels based on price, location, amenities, ratings, and more, we have come up with our list of the best hotels in Oranjestad for first time visitors. We'll cover everything you need to know about these hotels, including the amenities, location, prices and ratings. So, whether you're traveling solo, with family, or as a couple on a romantic getaway, you'll find the perfect hotel if you've never visited Oranjestad beofre. So check out these terrific hotels, many of which have sparkling swimming pools, delicious restaurants, and top-notch amenities, along with the perfect balance of comfort, location, and affordability. So, let's get to it and discover the best hotels in Oranjestad for your first trip!

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

4-star Resort with prices starting at $342 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Great Hotel for First Time Visitors
  • Beach

Located at LG Smith Boulevard 82, Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino has great rooms from $342 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a casino, and a restaurant. It has a terrific 8.60 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 0.4 km from the city center, first time visitors will especially love a fitness center, scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, and child care at this relaxing hotel. We love a fun pool bar, and this one is a nice spot to chill and relax by the pool.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Horse riding
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Casino
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool
  • Kids' club


Divi Dutch Village Resort

3-star Resort with prices starting at $294 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for Your First Visit to Oranjestad
  • Beach

A great place to stay is Divi Dutch Village Resort which has nice rooms starting at $294. Offering an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a casino, and a restaurant, it also has a great guest rating of 8.60 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at JE Irausquin Boulevard 93. This convenient hotel is also nice because it offers a fitness center, scuba diving, snorkeling, a bar, and hiking which visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 2.9 km from the city center. Being able to prepare food in the room is also very convenient.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Kitchen
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Horse riding
  • Kid-friendly
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Casino
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Table tennis
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kids' club


Aruba Surfside Marina

2-star Hotel with prices starting at $154 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Good Stay for Your First Trip
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach

We found Aruba Surfside Marina to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $154. We loved that is has room service, a restaurant, scuba diving, snorkeling, and a bar, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 9.30 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 7 L.G. Smith Blvd., Surfside Beach. You'll also find rooms with kitchenettes, fishing, air-conditioning, a microwave, and a refrigerator which travelers will love. And this fun hotel is just 0.8 km from the center of town. Having the delicious restaurant in the hotel is an added bonus.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchenette
  • Fishing
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room


Sea Breeze Town

2-star Hotel with prices starting at $53 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for Your First Time in Oranjestad
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 2-star hotels.
  • Beach

With terrific rooms from $53, Sea Breeze Town, at Stadioweg 19 provides an outdoor pool, a restaurant, a bar, parking, and fishing. Its terrific guest rating is 8.00 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. New visitors will really like this amazing hotel which also offers a multi-lingual staff, air-conditioning, and a coffee shop. It's located just 1.1 km from the city center, too. Everyone loves a nice pool, and you won't be disappointed with this one. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for first time trip hotels.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parking
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Fishing
  • Coffee shop


Hostel Room Aruba

Hostel with prices starting at $30 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for First-Timers
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 2-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach

Hostel Room Aruba has a great guest rating of 9.00 out of 10, and offers rooms with kitchenettes, free parking, family rooms, a tour desk, and air-conditioning. The great rooms here start at $30 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at van Walbeeckstraat 15A. Furthermore, it also offers a 24-hour desk, a refrigerator, an airport shuttle, wheelchair-accessible units, and outdoor dining areas, which is nice for first time visitors. Just 0.2 km from the city center, this fantastic hotel is a terrific choice. We found the price of this hotel to be a great value because the price is less than average for first time trip hotels.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Refrigerator


Pista Q

Hostel with prices starting at $32 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Best Places to Stay for a First Visit to Oranjestad
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Beach

The great guest rating of Pista Q is 8.10 out of 10. This place has an outdoor pool, rooms with kitchens, free parking, laundry facilities, and air-conditioning. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $32, and it's located at Wilheminastraat 86-88. We also love the a plunge pool and private parking which are great for visitors. And since it's just 0.3 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. We always love being able to cook meals in a hotel room, and the kitchen here was a nice touch. The price of this hotel is less than average for first time trip hotels, which makes it a great value.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchen
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Free parking


Also, you might be interested in the nearby first time trip hotels in Noord.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Oranjestad, make sure you also see Best Beach Hotels in Oranjestad, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Oranjestad, or Best Hotels for One Night in Oranjestad.


How much do hotels for first-time visitors cost in Oranjestad?

Oranjestad Average First Time Trip Hotel Price
$151

After analyzing 6 first time trip hotels in Oranjestad, Aruba, we found the average first time trip hotel price to be a remarkably economical $151. Naturally, this destination has many fantastic first time trip accommodation options with a variety of prices. The price will vary by the hotel's amenities, available dates, and the general location. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Oranjestad.

The average prices of our suggested first time trip hotels by star rating:

  • 4-star hotels: $342
  • 3-star hotels: $163
  • 2-star hotels: $79


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