How bad is the Holiday Inn Sunspree.. The feedback is widespread, from the worst place on earth to a great place to stay, which is it??

Can it be as bad as St. Croix hotels??

I also responded to your other post... But, it is a Holiday Inn. A Holiday Inn is a Holiday Inn! Just don't expect the Marriott or Hyatt. I'm sure it didn't cost quite as much either though!

I have stayed at the Holiday Inn Sunspree several times and was always very happy. It may not be the Marriott or Hyatt - But the people are very friendly and not a bunch of snobs like the people that I encountered at both the other hotels. I like to feel comfortable when in Aruba - Not be around a bunch of no personality rich snobs. I have money also but I don't walk around like I am better than anyone else. The Holiday Inn has a wonderful beach with a fantastic view from the Ocean front rooms. I would rather stay there and feel at home than try and deal with people who think they are better than other people.

Just got back from Aruba. Been there 3 times, last 2 stayed at the Holiday Inn. It's the oldest hotel on the island and the rooms need a little work. But the food, drinks and price are great. How long do you spend in your room anyway?

A friend of mine just got back from Aruba also. They too, stayed at the Holiday Inn, no complaints. They had a great time. I saw pictures and the view was amazing from their 5th floor room. They had dinner and drinks the first night at a little restaurant on the pier. Is that at the Holiday Inn? Do you know the name of it? I definately want to vacation in Aruba very soon!

I'm listening to the positive messages ONLY about HI since we are booked to go in 4-1/2 weeks - we're staying in a standard room -- should we request any particular one (part of hotel)?

I too am booked for the Holiday Inn. Have you heard which tower (of 3) is best? Thanks

Sue only wants positive messages about the HI. The HI is positively a "DUMP".

I heard they just renovated the HI. I was planning on booking there this year but now I'm having doubts! I don't need a fancy room, but I want a clean room! I've heard both good and bad and am not sure if I should book there now. Also, are the towers the place to be at the HI? Are they different from the other rooms? HELP!!

The towers in the main Hotel are the rooms to stay in - The third tower makes you feel like you are not part of the hotel. Any "BEACH FRONT ROOM" from the 4th floor and up is the way to go - the views are fantastic and the sunsets are something to see. I have pictures of one I took and believe me it looks like a post card. I believe one of the main towers is called Bonaire tower - just ask to stay in either tower that is directly connected to the main hotel and you can't go wrong. I can't wait to go back - hopefully very soon. They were starting the renovations the week that we were down their 1 year ago last August so it should be completed by now. Just enjoy the Island because it is true what they say "It is One Happy Island"