Esmeralda

Noord

Popular places to visit

Eagle Beach featuring a beach

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.

Eagle Beach
Palm Beach showing a beach

Palm Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Noord. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Palm Beach
Arashi Beach showing a beach

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.

Arashi Beach
Boca Catalina Beach

Boca Catalina Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Noord. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Boca Catalina Beach
Butterfly Farm which includes animals

Butterfly Farm

Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.

Butterfly Farm
California Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse

California Lighthouse

This iconic lighthouse has been a fixture on the island for more than 100 years. Climb to the top at sunset to enjoy romantic views of the coast.

California Lighthouse

Things to do

Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise aboard The Dolphin Catamaran

Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran

P3,432
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba

Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba

P4,595
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full Island Safari Tour and Baby Beach in Aruba
Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari

Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari - Luxury Catamaran Tour

P5,351
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari - Luxury Catamaran Tour
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental

Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental

P3,199
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar

Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar

P7,212
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

P4,013
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
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Top hotels in Esmeralda

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 77, Noord
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,274 reviews)
"NA"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG

4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 230, Noord
The price is P14,770 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
P14,770
P19,386 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Noord. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,495 reviews)
"The Holiday Inn Aruba is in a great location, right on the beach with easy access to nearby restaurants, shops, and activities. The staff are generally friendly and helpful, and the beach area is one of the highlights of staying here. Rooms are comfortable enough, but the property overall is starting ..."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort

Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort

4.5 out of 5
L G Smith Boulevard 82, Oranjestad
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Oranjestad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,283 reviews)
"Everything it is really nicely"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

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Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive

Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 83, Noord, Noord
The price is P26,559 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
P26,559
P31,311 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,367 reviews)
"Some update needed and overnight activities."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive
Divi Aruba All Inclusive

Divi Aruba All Inclusive

4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 45, Oranjestad
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Oranjestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,992 reviews)
"The hotel is located in a quiet area. Food was great. We had an incident at 3 am, security came saying there was a call about the safe not working, my entire family knowing we did not call it was all alarmed and woken up by this."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

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Divi Aruba All Inclusive
Divi Village All Inclusive Villas

Divi Village All Inclusive Villas

4 out of 5
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 93, Oranjestad
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Oranjestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,289 reviews)
"Loved it all. Definitely dated rooms but resort is perfect!"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

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Divi Village All Inclusive Villas
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Other neighbourhoods around Esmeralda

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Westpunt

Westpunt might not have many top sights, but Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Westpunt
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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.

Malmok
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Opal

Though Opal might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach and Stellaris Casino.

Opal
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Bakval

Though Bakval might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach.

Bakval
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Boroncana

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Boroncana and surrounding area, you can visit Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba.

Boroncana
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Saliña Cerca

Though Saliña Cerca might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency Casino.

Saliña Cerca

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