Opal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Malmok Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Malmok Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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 Beach with cliff jumping
2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba
Noord: Arikok National Park Jeep Tour with Baby Beach Visit
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Our pick of the best Opal Hotel Deals
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Great location and the staff it’s amazing. Thank you Melissa and Janice .
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
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Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
It is our second vacations at Divi. Our pool view room
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
Great hotel with perfect location. The major downside are the rooms above the lobby bar, because it gets very loud at night.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Very nice and spacious room and great bathroom. This property has the correct mix of luxury and fun. Not stuffy. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Divi Village All Inclusive Villas
Everything was great. Only exception is the A/C sound in the room. crazy loud and runs most of the time.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Opal
Bakval
Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Esmeralda
When in Esmeralda, you can plan a visit to Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Malmok Beach.
Malmok
Malmok is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach.
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.
