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Your Santa Cruz Holiday

Reserve a Santa Cruz holiday package and get set to experience this interesting city the easy way. Consider spending some time in the neighbourhood of Matividiri, which is good for coastal beaches and hiking. Fill your spare time with visits to Royal Plaza Mall, Bushiribana Gold Smelter Ruins and Aruba Town Hall, some of the things you shouldn't miss during your trip to Santa Cruz. No matter your travel plans or the size of your budget, organising a tailored Santa Cruz holiday is easy with Expedia.

Our guide on where to stay in Santa Cruz

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Cas Ariba

While Cas Ariba isn't home to many top sights, Hooiberg and Aruba Ostrich Farm are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Santa Cruz Holiday

Santa Cruz Beach Holiday

The smell of salty sea air and fabulous ocean views are some things to look forward to on your Santa Cruz holiday. If you're eager to save on your trip to Santa Cruz, here's how to do it — opt for one of our Santa Cruz holiday deals. Grab one close to Dos Playa, only 3 kilometres from the centre of town and a must-see while here. Alternatively, select a package that puts you close to Daimari Beach, another gorgeous strip of coast. Whichever you choose, you'll be left with extra dollars in your holiday budget to have fun with.

Santa Cruz Essential Information

Language
Dutch
Currency
Aruban florins
Local Welcome
Hallo
Local Goodbye
Dag
Closest Airport
Queen Beatrix Intl. Airport (AUA)
Population
12,900
Max Temp Winter
27ºC
Max Temp Summer
27ºC
Top Sights
Baby Beach, Arashi Beach and Arikok National Park

Our pick of the best Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Mammaloes

Mammaloes

2.5 out of 5
Balashi 24B, Santa Cruz
9.2/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay ,the owner she’s a lovely woman who make you feel so comfortable, definitely will be back ❤️.. thank you Mammaloes for made my vacation great."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 77, Noord
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,282 reviews)
"Stay was good"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG

4 out of 5
J E Irausquin Boulevard 230, Noord
Fully refundable
The price is AU$524 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$524
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,497 reviews)
"Resort is little dated but it’s still in great condition. Whole stuff is great, friendly, restaurants on premises are also great. On the premises you have 3 restaurants to choose from, Seabreaze $$$ right on the beach serving mainly seafood, DaVinci $$$ Italian restaurant, Agave $$ Mexican restaurant. ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

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De Palm Island

De Palm Island

Enjoy an outing to De Palm Island during your stay in Santa Cruz. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

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What to do in Santa Cruz

Half Day National Park Safari Tour and Baby Beach

Half Day National Park Safari Tour and Baby Beach

AU$146
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Half Day National Park Safari Tour and Baby Beach
National Park Arikok Jeep Safari Adventure

National Park Arikok Jeep Adventure

AU$152
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
National Park Arikok Jeep Adventure
Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba

Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba

AU$207
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Santa Cruz holiday package cost?
Offering excellent value package deals on Expedia, you'll be thrilled with how little a holiday to Santa Cruz costs! Expedia's packages make travel planning easier and save you more.
What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Cruz?
To pick up cheap Santa Cruz holiday packages, plan your getaway outside of peak periods such as school holidays. You'll typically find better availability and lower prices for flights and hotels.
How many days is enough for Santa Cruz?
To get the most out of a Santa Cruz holiday, we recommend staying for 4 days. Divide your time between discovering Palm Island, Dos Playa and other must-see attractions, in addition to experiencing neighbourhoods like De Bruynewijk and Kudawecha. If you've got some spare time, add a day trip to your Santa Cruz holiday itinerary.
Is it worth booking a holiday package to Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has all the ingredients you need for a fantastic break — coastal beaches, festivals and culture are just the start. Whether you want to visit attractions like Arikok National Park Visitors Centre and Stonehenge of Aruba, or venture off the beaten track, you'll have plenty to see and do on your Santa Cruz holiday.
How to find the best Santa Cruz package deals?
Bagging a cheap Santa Cruz package deal is easy with Expedia. Once you've entered your preferred dates and destination under our "Packages" tab, set your budget, add a few filters and browse what's available. You can customise your search by "Amenities," "Property type," "Traveller experience" and more. Sort the results by "Price: low to high" to discover the most affordable Santa Cruz package deals. Want a simple trick to get even more savings? Be flexible with your departure dates and consider going away on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Santa Cruz holiday as a package?
Expedia holiday packages are designed to help you keep more cash in your pocket. Bundle your hotel, car rental and flight into one great-value price and enjoy significant savings. You'll usually score a better deal than booking each component individually. And you'll still get the freedom to create a customised Santa Cruz holiday by choosing your preferred accommodation type, airline and car class.
When to book a holiday package to Santa Cruz?
If you're planning a spur-of-the-moment Santa Cruz trip, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you go. Prefer not to wait until the last minute? You can land sensational deals on your flights and hotels by booking ahead.
How to plan a trip to Santa Cruz?

  1. Choose the right time to travel: Your schedule, favourite season and the type of weather you enjoy can all influence your decision on when to go to Santa Cruz.
  2. Plan your budget wisely: As well as the price of your accommodation, you should consider other expenses. These include flights, food and transportation. Also, put aside some extra funds for unexpected expenses that could crop up during your trip to Santa Cruz.
  3. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're up to speed on Santa Cruz, you can work out the ideal length of your holiday. Put together a rough plan and allocate enough time to cover everything you want to do.
  4. Combine your accommodation and airfare: Once you've settled on your trip dates and duration, lock in the ideal Santa Cruz holiday package for you.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.