Resort Details
- Various Lounges/BarsPirate's Nest Bar, oceanfront, with soft live steelband entertainment nightly
- Various RestaurantsPirates' Nest - located on the beach, adjacent to the pool in front of the Bucuti Beach Resort, within a full size replica of a 17th century, shipwrecked Dutch Galleon. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the evening menu selections include a variety of seafood, local, and international favorites. Seating is first come, first serve and no reservations are taken.
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals†
- Business services†
- Children not allowed
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Accessible rooms
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals†
- Business services†
- Children not allowed
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services
- Lounges/bars†
- Meal Plan Type: European Plan†
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant†
- Safe deposit box
- Spa†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Business Services†
- Internet Access
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Wedding packages available with on-site wedding planner
As of January 1, 2015, Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts will no longer coordinate or host weddings, and will only continue to offer renewal of wedding vow ceremonies for those patrons interested.
† Fees may apply
- Bike rental †
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Hot tub1 Outdoor Hot Tub
- PoolThere is 1 pool on site. Small fresh water pool, our secluded 16 acre beach is the main attraction
- Spa †
- Gambling †Located a walk of 5 minutes from the front desk, the Alhambra Casino is the most popular on the island
- Golf †Golf Course located within a Mile of Property.
- Downtown Oranjestad
- Tierra del Sol Golf Club and Spa
- California Lighthouse
- Aruba Aloe Plant
- Other Local AttractionsWithin 5 miles of most major attractions on the island.
† Fees may apply
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
10609 reviews
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Dec 01, 2025An ideal spot for couples looking to unwind, reset, and enjoy total relaxation.
Our experience at this beach resort was outstanding. The beach service, food quality, and peaceful atmosphere were all exceptional. We look forward to returning soon.
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Dec 01, 2025
Perfect Escape from NYC!
Bucuti & Tara is the perfect place to relax. After leaving the hustle of NYC for my Thanksgiving vacation, I needed quiet and peace, and this resort delivers exactly that. The entire environment is serene-everything I wanted in a vacation. Exceptional Staff & Personalized Service; I want to highlight some of the people that were absolute gems and a big reason I decided to rebook and come back for Christmas! -Angel exemplifies the gold standard of hospitality and is the absolute star at Bucuti. His expertise, genuine warmth, and attention to detail elevate the entire resort experience, guaranteeing maximum relaxation and comfort. -Aisha (Dining Service): Aisha is a beacon of positive energy. She made every meal at Elements perfect with her kind, attentive service and knowledge. A special shout-out to managers Sydney and Wagner. Their willingness to accommodate my (almost daily) special requests was outstanding. Their dedication to guest comfort is a huge part of what makes Bucuti so wonderful. I also recommend splurging on the oceanfront Tara suite. The view is stunning.
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Nov 30, 2025
Bucuti & Tara - the best resort in Aruba!
If you are looking for a relaxing experience where you can truly reset and wind down then look no further - Bucuti & Tara should be your top choice. Located on one of the best beaches in the Caribbean, impeccable service - right on the beach, delicious food, eco-conscious and so much more! We’ll be back again!
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Nov 30, 2025
A top notch resort!
After a stay at the Bucuti and Tara, it would be hard to duplicate the experience at any other resort. The service, the staff and their pleasant attitudes, the food, the beach and on and on. We highly recommend the resort if you want a top if the line experience for a great vacation.
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Nov 30, 2025
Home away from Home
We just came home from our 12th visit to our home away from home, Bucuti & Tara. 2 weeks of peace and quiet and beautiful beaches at Bucuti. We were happy to see our regular staff and some new friends. A special thank you to Aisha and Sidney at breakfast who couldn’t do enough for us. And as usual, Juan started our day with his upbeat and caring style. Juan Happy Island ! See you in November !
- AdvisoryBucuti's Clean Air Act: Smoking is forbidden in all guest rooms, room balconies and public areas. A cleaning fee of $250 USD will be added to the room bill of guests who smoke in their room. Smoking is restricted to designated areas on the property only.
- AdvisoryBucuti is designed for people seeking serenity and romance, and we proactively cultivate an atmosphere that lets peace and relaxation come naturally. We minimize disruptions by focusing on our individual guests and not accepting group bookings. No more than 2 rooms, 4 guests allowed per party.
- AdvisoryWe are excited to announce that Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort in Aruba has completed its extensive renovations, officially reopening on December 16th,2024. The resort features a completely redesigned Elements Restaurant and Tara Lounge, showcasing premium materials and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment to enhance the dining experience. A new yoga deck has also been added to elevate wellness offerings.
- AdvisoryCancellations within 30 days of arrival and no shows are 100% non-refundable and non-transferable to other dates/names/guests, for any reason. We highly recommend travel and cancellation insurance., Penalty For Violation: Charge Within 31 Days, 100% of amount of stay, Charge includes tax.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization this will place a hold on your funds.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.