Esmeralda Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Esmeralda
Popular places to visit
Eagle Beach
Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees.
Palm Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Arashi Beach
Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.
Boca Catalina Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
Alto Vista Chapel
Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.
Activities
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Secret Beach and Cave Pool
Noord: Arikok National Park Jeep Tour with Baby Beach Visit
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Aruba 2-Seater UTV Tour Adventure with Kini Kini
Our pick of the best Esmeralda Hotel Deals
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Beautiful room ; great view! Very helpful staff . I wasn’t familiar with the hotel website that you need to download to register for palapa thatched umbrellas on the beach. There is a proceed you must follow to get one for free . Many are already paid for in advance but the staff showed me how to ...
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Clean room, friendly staff, master room and living room with pullout are nicely separated. Shower nice. We were given a room facing pool (upgrade without asking). Love Renaissance Island. Pools with service are outstanding.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
Very Happay stay at Divi AI, All staff and services were exceptional.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
Room was clean and well taken care of. Staff was very attentive and help full.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Room was clean, bed was comfortable. Didn’t care for breakfast buffet, food was cold. Beach chairs uncomfortable. Only 1 towel per person not enough.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Staff, manager was excellent, room and amenties outstanding.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Esmeralda
Malmok
Malmok is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach.
Westpunt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westpunt and surrounding area, you can visit Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach.
Opal
Though Opal may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach and Stellaris Casino.
Bakval
Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Boroncana
While Boroncana isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba are some notable places to visit nearby.
Saliña Cerca
While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
