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
10819 reviews
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Apr 15, 2026Blissful resort on the most spectacular of all the beaches!
Quiet, peaceful, adults only resort on the most beautiful of all the beaches in Aruba! The service is impeccable and you are treated like royalty while staying there. Terra is a top tier restaurant with creative and delicious food. Will definitely recommend to everyone. Already booked another week for next year!
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Apr 15, 2026
Love love love Bucuti and Tara!
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Bucuti and Tara. My husband and I just spent 10 days here, it was our third year in a row and we booked next year’s visit as we were checking out. We first came for our honeymoon and will continue to celebrate our anniversaries here. Francisco, John, Christopher, Shirley and everyone else at the front desk are so kind and helpful. We arrived before our room was ready, they offered to store our bags so we could get on the beach and start enjoying our stay. Breakfast at the Tara Lounge with Margarita and Natasha is always a meal we look forward to. Margarita’s positivity is infectious, a perfect way to start our day. The service on the beach is unmatched. Karen, Entshar, Aldrick, Robert, Carlos and all the other bartenders are so friendly and make the best cocktails. The beach waiters are the real MVPs though! Even though they spend the day under the hot sun they are always smiling and cracking jokes. Whenever I tell people about Bucuti and Tara one of the first things I mention is that the beach chairs have flags you raise when you would like to order, definitely one of my favorite perks. Thank you to all the beach waiters for delivering all those yummy drinks, so appreciated! The staff is what truly makes this place special and keeps us coming back every year. We have never experienced this level of luxury and exceptional service anywhere else. See you next year!!
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Apr 14, 2026
Our #1 choice in Aruba!
We had another wonderful experience at Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort! It is our preferred place to stay while in Aruba. The people are beyond wonderful and kind. The food is amazing. The beaches are second to none! We highly encourage you to take advantage of this amazing piece of paradise. You will not be disappointed!
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Apr 14, 2026
Serenity, Wellness, and Pure Relaxation
Our stay at Bucuti & Tara was nothing short of beautiful, restorative, calm, and serene. From the very moment we walked in, the experience felt memorable and special—everything was perfectly curated, intentional, and effortlessly elegant. The atmosphere is wonderfully relaxed yet refined. The resort strikes a rare balance: super friendly, super calm, and deeply peaceful. It truly allowed us to unwind in a way that felt authentic and unforced. This was the perfect place to celebrate meaningful milestones—my 50th birthday and my daughter’s 20th birthday. With our busy lives in New York and my daughter away at college, Bucuti gave us the chance to slow down, reconnect, and genuinely relax together. That alone made the experience priceless. The yoga offerings were amazing, the food was healthy and delicious, and the service throughout the resort was lovely—warm, attentive, and never intrusive. A special highlight was meeting the owner, whose presence and care set the tone for the entire experience. The staff were consistently friendly, helpful, and welcoming, making us feel truly valued from start to finish. Bucuti & Tara is a place we will absolutely return to. It is now a must for our future travels—a sanctuary where calm, wellness, and exceptional hospitality come together seamlessly. An excellent experience in every way.
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Apr 12, 2026
Amazing hotel! Our favorite vacation!!
Bucuti and Tara was a fantastic choice for our visit to Aruba! The staff are all warm and hospitable, the rooms are immaculate, the food is delicious, and the beach is perfect!
- 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.
- AdvisoryWe wish to inform you that from May 4 through May 18, exterior enhancement work will take place on the bungalow side of the Tara building, with scaffolding visible during painting; this project is limited to the exterior, will not disrupt guest services, and includes insulated coating to improve comfort and sustainability.
- 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.