Hotel Club Arias (Oranjestad, Aruba)

This small resort provides a quiet and relaxed location away from the main crowds. The resort grounds have been described as beautiful and lush with plants around the pool and art work decorating the complex walls. There are plenty of shaded areas, rocking chairs, a swimming pool and two wading pools for small children. The local beach is just a few minutes' walk away. If you don't have a car, other beaches can be accessed by bus and there is bus stop just across the road.

The staff have been described as warm, inviting and accommodating. You can borrow chairs from the hotel to take down to the beach, and staff will also provide you with coolers. You can expect the staff to provide you with local restaurant recommendations, as well as to serve delicious meals, including a freshly prepared, made-to-order breakfasts. Staff also helped to arrange activities such as jet skiing, kayaking, parasailing and snorkeling Many guests commented that staff go out of their way to ensure that you have an enjoyable and memorable stay. .

The air conditioned and soundproofed rooms have been described as well presented, spacious and clean. The rooms feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses which are very comfortable. .

Some guests complained that the hot water is limited, and that at times they had either cold or lukewarm showers. .

The Wi-Fi connection can be hit and miss. Some guests reported experiencing difficulty connecting to the Wi-Fi, while others reported that the connection was very slow. .

A few guests reported having bugs in their room, which can be hard to avoid, while a few other guests saw mice scurrying around the the property. This didn't seem a large or common issue.