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*Andrea J.* · 07-29-2011, 04:40 PM

agree cindy, the boat ride is fun!

AhhAruba · 07-29-2011, 08:21 PM

I am a more laid back person and staying at the Marriott was too much hustle and bustle for me even though the accommodations are very nice. I prefer the Ren.

Just a thought but can you break your stay into two stays and try both? That is what we did last time with a stay at Lacabana (Eagle Beach) in the middle. It gives you a taste of the two different areas (Palm Beach and downtown). That way you get to try both and know what you prefer for next time because there is always a next time in Aruba!

Randi · 07-31-2011, 02:39 PM

Both places are very different. Having stayed at the Marriott Hotel and only visited the Renaissance Island once, these are my comments:

The Renaissance Island is very nice, peaceful and plenty of chairs. However, if you like to walk the beach and participate in any watersports activities this is not the place for you. The location of the hotel is in a great downtown location and lots of things are very walkable. Again, personal choice of where you like to be.

As far as the Marriott goes, in the early part of December it is quiet so getting chairs will not be an issue. The hotel is lovely and located at the end of the beach. Lots of beach to walk and lots of water activities available. So much has been built within walking distance of the hotel like restuarants, malls and casinos in all of the other hotels. It is part of the "strip" and at night there is lots to see practically in your backyard.

Very personal decision and it really depends on what you like. However, I do have to agree with Cindy that the boat ride is very nice and pleasant going to the island. We really enjoyed our day there. However, our kids are watersports people and Palm Beach is what they prefer.

carmenjames865 · 07-31-2011, 09:04 PM

Thank You to everyone that responded. We booked the Aruba Marriott Stellaris Casino. Cannot wait for December to get here!!

jeffnev · 08-01-2011, 10:43 AM

Enjoy. You wouldn't have gone wrong either way. The Stellaris has been renovated over the past 2 years and the rooms are great. They are also building an adult pool like they did at the Surf Club which might be done by the time you get there. Had a great time at the casino which was the liveliest of all we visited this year.

minky1225 · 08-02-2011, 07:16 PM

I'll be there in early December too! In case you're looking for me, I'll be the girl in the bikini on the beach

07-29-2011, 04:40 PM	#11 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	agree cindy, the boat ride is fun! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook cindyo likes this. __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

07-29-2011, 08:21 PM	#12 (permalink)
AhhAruba Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 85	I am a more laid back person and staying at the Marriott was too much hustle and bustle for me even though the accommodations are very nice. I prefer the Ren. Just a thought but can you break your stay into two stays and try both? That is what we did last time with a stay at Lacabana (Eagle Beach) in the middle. It gives you a taste of the two different areas (Palm Beach and downtown). That way you get to try both and know what you prefer for next time because there is always a next time in Aruba! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook cindyo likes this. __________________

07-31-2011, 02:39 PM	#13 (permalink)
Randi Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,516 Images: 9	Both places are very different. Having stayed at the Marriott Hotel and only visited the Renaissance Island once, these are my comments: The Renaissance Island is very nice, peaceful and plenty of chairs. However, if you like to walk the beach and participate in any watersports activities this is not the place for you. The location of the hotel is in a great downtown location and lots of things are very walkable. Again, personal choice of where you like to be. As far as the Marriott goes, in the early part of December it is quiet so getting chairs will not be an issue. The hotel is lovely and located at the end of the beach. Lots of beach to walk and lots of water activities available. So much has been built within walking distance of the hotel like restuarants, malls and casinos in all of the other hotels. It is part of the "strip" and at night there is lots to see practically in your backyard. Very personal decision and it really depends on what you like. However, I do have to agree with Cindy that the boat ride is very nice and pleasant going to the island. We really enjoyed our day there. However, our kids are watersports people and Palm Beach is what they prefer. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook cindyo likes this. __________________ Randi Next Aruba trip in

07-31-2011, 09:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
carmenjames865 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 2	Thank You to everyone that responded. We booked the Aruba Marriott Stellaris Casino. Cannot wait for December to get here!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook minky1225 likes this.

08-01-2011, 10:43 AM	#15 (permalink)
jeffnev Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: palm beach, eagle beach, any happy hour Posts: 547 Images: 4	Enjoy. You wouldn't have gone wrong either way. The Stellaris has been renovated over the past 2 years and the rooms are great. They are also building an adult pool like they did at the Surf Club which might be done by the time you get there. Had a great time at the casino which was the liveliest of all we visited this year. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

08-02-2011, 07:16 PM	#16 (permalink)
minky1225 Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Palm Beach!!!Oh, and the airport but only when I'm arriving:) Posts: 43	I'll be there in early December too! In case you're looking for me, I'll be the girl in the bikini on the beach Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________