Resort Details
- "Tiki" Taco station
- American Country Restaurant
- Don NicolasBuffet-style, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Krystal
Fusion restaurant - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- MilanoItalian cuisine (buffet starters and dessert) - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- NautilusGrill Steakhouse - A la carte. Open for late continental breakfast & lunch and dinner.
- Pepe's Food
- SayuriJapanese cuisine - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- Various Lounges/Bars- Bon Bini
- Barry's
- Sports Bar
- Casino Bar (not included in All-Inclusive program)
- Palm Beach
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Accessible facilities
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Babysitting,Offsite†
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities†
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Babysitting, Offsite†
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities†
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna
- Spa†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Internet Access
† Fees may apply
- Children's programDaytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 12 (daily).
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-siteWorkout and aquagym.
- Gambling †Free entry to the Cool Casino (Drinks not included).
- GeneralDaytime entertainment programme for adults (daily). Shows, Riu evening programme or live music (daily).
- Hot tubThere is 1 indoor hot tub and 2 outdoor hot tubs.
- Kayaking
- Motorized Water Sports †Available through Scuba Caribe.
- Non-Motorized Water SportsAvailable through Scuba Caribe.
- PoolThere are 2 pools on-site. Each pool with an integrated Jacuzzi This Property has swim-up bars.
- Sauna
- Scuba diving †One introductory scuba diving lesson in pool.
- Snorkeling
- Spa'Renova Spa' with a variety of treatments, hairdresser, beauty salon and massages (additional charge).
- SurfingStand up paddle surfing (SUP).
- Golf †Golf course located within 5 miles of the property.
† Fees may apply
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
9453 reviews
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Dec 31, 2025Steer clear…
Stay away from this place! This tops being one of he worst vacations we have ever had. First, we booked a junior suite and we were given a very old room. The check in desk was not helpful at all.. When we finally got our key, we walked to our room only to find a room that was not even ready yet. When we went back to the check in desk it took the 45 minutes to figure out what was going on!! We finally got our room and there are no comforters on the bed! The room was cold with the AC blowing right in our faces when we sleep. The food: Aruba has so much good food, do yourself a favor and stay at a better hotel and venture to some amazing restaurants. The buffet was HORRIBLE. The food kept running out and they couldn’t keep up to replace the empty plates There was no rotation of food. It was the same everyday. The beach: The beach was the best part… but you had to go out at 6:00 if you want to secure a chair. The hotel staff didn’t help at all. It was to the point where we people were stealing towels and others were securing chairs all day and never even using them. The hotel staff wasn’t even monitoring/ helping to make sure there were chairs available. This is my first and last time I will ever stay at a RIU.
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Dec 09, 2025Great time
We stayed at the RIU Palace Aruba Dec 3rd - Dec 7th and we were very happy with our choice . We booked a Junior Suite ocean view room and it was spectacular! Brand New and renovated, stunning views with a huge terrace/ balcony . Amazing food choices especially at the Buffet restaurant, although we had negative experience at the steak restaurant but that did not take away from the entire experience. Friendly staff , hotel clean and lobby smelled amazing . Nice daily entertainment. Truly a great trip and I would definitely come back again .
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Dec 09, 2025Disappointing
Listening to jack hammering by the pool all day every day was not relaxing. The king bed was two beds pushed together with the worst mattress, bedding and pillows we've ever experienced. No personalized check-in upon arrival. We couldn't wait to go home.
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Dec 07, 2025
Great value, location and earns 5 ⭐️
Great locale, food supreme. Adults can enjoy buffet at neighbouring sister Riu resort Great beach, friendly staff From the door men/porters to the cleaning staff and all the customer facing staff and maintenance personnel, everyone was interested in making your stay the best. The entertainment was great from the piano bar, to the nightly performances, not to mention the singers and musicians at dinner buffet! The staff was always ready to help.
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Dec 05, 2025Fantastic stay!
Overall a wonderful experience ! Pros: Great beach location, good variety and presentation of food ( even for vegetarians) , friendly and accommodating staff ( they gave us an upgrade to a jr suite beach view ( no extra charge). Entertainment was very talented!. You could see they really take pride in cleaning the common area and rooms daily. I noticed all the machines at the bar were cleaned out daily., pools cleaned and well cared for daily. Cons: I think the only reason I didn’t rate it a 5 is that out room on the top floor was not updated or renovated yet. However, that being said, it was kept clean and cleaned daily.
- AdvisoryStudent Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
- AdvisoryRenovation Advisory: Phase 2: Rooms in Block A Start: Ongoing End: December 1, 2025 (previously December 21, 2025) Phase 3: Building C Start: January 6, 2026 End: March 30, 2026 Phase 4: Full Hotel Closure Start: April 10, 2026 End: August 01st, 2026
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 21
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th, 11th or 16th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together, Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Hotel Spring Break Policies - Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early Departure Policy
- Early Departure Penalty:1 NightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
- Early Departure Penalty:2 NightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26