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Aruba is an ideal destination for a family vacation. Guests of all ages will find plenty to do, see, and enjoy on our One Happy Island.
In this guide we will share an overview of the best kid-friendly hotels, restaurants and things to do during a family vacation in Aruba.
Aruba is an ideal family destination in the Caribbean. Besides ideal weather, calm waters and the friendliest and most hospitable residents, here’s why Aruba is an ideal family destination:
safe
multi-lingual
easy to navigate
easy to travel to
exceptionally fun to explore
Arubans are very family-oriented, and you will find all generations together wherever you go. Aruba’s population is made up of some 90 different nationalities and cultures, which makes you feel right at home and at ease, as chances are people will be able to speak your language, and restaurants have your favorite food item on their menu. Traveling to Aruba with toddlers and kids is easy and you can rest assured to have a fantastic family vacation.
There are so many fun things to do in Aruba with kids. While the list of Aruba activities for kids is endless, we selected a few activities and attractions in Aruba for kids to get you started:
Animal encounters: Philip’s Animal Garden, Donkey Sanctuary, Butterfly Farm
Beaches for kids: Palm Beach, Eagle Beach, Arashi, Mangel Halto, Boca Catalina
Shallow ocean water w/minimal surf: Baby Beach, Fisherman’s Huts, Surfside Beach
Family fun: De Palm Island, Archeological Museum, Arikok National Park Aruba
Kid-friendly tours: snorkeling cruise, Atlantis Submarine, Aruba Aloe tour & museum
Amazing explorations: caves, rock formations, Indian drawings, Scubble Bubbles
Entertainment & indoor play: Paseo Herencia, Bon Bini Festival, game rooms
Aruba offers a wide variety of top-rated hotels, all-inclusive resorts, and family-friendly (and baby-friendly!) accommodations. The best hotels in Aruba for families cater to all ages and offer both kid-friendly options such as a game room, pools, playgrounds, restaurants offering kids menus and family-friendly dining options, recreation teams on property and easy beach access, as well as adult entertainment such as fun bars, romantic dining options and casinos.
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Holiday Inn Aruba All Inclusive
Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino
Marriott’s Aruba Surf Club
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino
Of course this list is not complete and only offers a handful of suggestions. When looking into the best hotels for kids in Aruba, consider its location and accessibility to the beach, presence of pools, slides and other water fun. Hotels and resorts on Palm Beach and Eagle Beach offer a great selection of top-rated accommodations in Aruba that cater to families and kids, including all inclusive resorts and full-service hotels.
Family vacations in Aruba are all about making meaningful memories. Aruba for kids is a wonderful open-air playground. Whether you're splashing in the calm turquoise waters, exploring the unique landscapes of Arikok National Park, or enjoying interactive attractions like the Butterfly Farm. As you share these special moments, we encourage you to treat our island with care and kindness, because when we all travel responsibly, Aruba’s beauty and warmth can be enjoyed for generations to come.
The thought of traveling with kids can be daunting!
Aruba is an ideal family destination in the Caribbean because it’s affordable, safe, English-speaking, easy to get to, easy to navigate and exceptionally fun to explore! Explore our warm waters, visit the Butterfly farm, check out the Donkey Sanctuary or simply relax at one of our top-rated, all-inclusive, and family-friendly (and baby-friendly!) resorts.
Aruba has more than 20 public beaches and coves. They range from calm, family-friendly bays to wild, wind-kissed shores.
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