Palm Beach is Aruba's most famous and action-packed beach, stretching two miles along the high-rise hotel strip. Lined with world-class resorts including the Marriott, Hyatt, Ritz-Carlton, and Hilton, this beach offers everything from jet skiing and parasailing to paddleboarding and banana boat rides. Beach bars like Bugaloe and MooMba keep the energy high with live music and tropical cocktails. The calm, turquoise water is perfect for swimming, and the vibrant atmosphere makes it the best beach for first-time visitors.
Best time
Morning for calm water and open chairs; the strip gets busy and lively by midday.
Swim safety
Calm, turquoise, lifeguarded near most resorts. Best all-round swimming beach for first-timers.
Parking
Resort and public lots behind the high-rise hotels; metered street parking nearby.
Shade
Some natural or rentable shade available.
Features
- Water sports
- Beach bars
- Resort access
- Calm water
- Nightlife nearby
Best For
- First-timers
- Water sports
- Nightlife
- Families
Facilities
- Full resort amenities
- Water sport rentals
- Restaurants
- Bars
- Restrooms
Where to stay
Stay near Palm Beach
Want to wake up near Palm Beach? Check live rates for the dates you have in mind, set to the island in USD.
Where to stay
Compare stays on the island
Live availability across Aruba. We start here, then cross-check our pick (Vio) below.
The local team
Want Palm Beach done right?
We're a local team that actually lives in Aruba. We'll plan your trip around the beaches that fit how you travel, in English or Dutch.
Chapter 01 · Tours
Tours that actually fit Palm Beach
Hand-picked for this beach, snorkel spots get snorkel trips, not a generic island dump. Instant confirmation, free cancellation up to 24 hours.
Tour bookings via Viator (a TripAdvisor company). Browse them all on the activities page.
