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.
California Lighthouse
This iconic lighthouse has been a fixture on the island for more than 100 years. Climb to the top at sunset to enjoy romantic views of the coast.
Activities
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Secret Beach and Cave Pool
Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Aruba UTV Tour with Natural Cave Pool and Cliff Jumping
Our pick of the best Esmeralda Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Excellent beach experience in October
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
ocean view is a little deceptive....room near the end of the hall over a parking lot. barely an ocean view. Not worth complaining to change rooms, but otherwise, everything was great. gloria, the housekeeper was fantastic, always very pleasant when we saw her. The beach was amazing. everything was ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Service was top notch all around
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba - All Inclusive
Excellent place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Aruba and all this country has to offer.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive
Good
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
Loved the Tam a lot. The rooms could use some maintenance as they are just a typical room but I would stay here again in a heart beat!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Esmeralda
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.
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.
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, Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
