Reviews of Arena Condos Aruba - few steps from Eagle Beach! 2 stars
J.E. Irausquin Blvd, 254B, Noord, Aruba, Palm-Eagle Beach, Aruba
#13 of 37 hotels in Palm-Eagle Beach
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 28 hotel reviews
8.8Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.8
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Comfort
9.1
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Location
9.4
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Facilities
8.9
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Staff
8.9
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Value for money
8.7
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Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Alex
United States6 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great unit , excellent location! Steps to the beach !
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Jillian
United States1 review8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I wish the door to our condo had a deadbolt. It’s odd that it didn’t in my opinion.
The staff was SO friendly and amazing, the room and facilities were clean, location is great- right across from eagle beach and in the opposite direction is a superfood. They also provide beach chairs, a cooler and beach towels. IMO renting a car is a must if not staying at an all inclusive. Parking is free and accessible, close to your room door. Couldn’t have picked a better place to stay for our first trip to Aruba!
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Rebecca
Canada2 reviews8.0“Great place if you want to be in the touristy area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A little tired. Could use a fresh coat of paint and some new beach chairs. Not all condos have the same amenities. We were in unit 5 and overall very happy.
Amazing location very close To wonderful beaches. A little touristy and restaurants are overpriced and just ok. Grocery store is a 5 minute walk and is amazing! Staff at the condo are wonderful. Had most of what we needed in the space. Condo and grounds were exceptionally clean…and we are picky.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Lori
United States1 review10“We were comfy and happy”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 14 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing bad. It was great
It was very relaxed and comfortable and the staff was on hand for any concerns
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 31 August 2023
Alma
United States1 review1 helpful vote10“Our week in Aruba was unforgettable and we truly enjoyed our stay at these condos!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 7 nights
The only complaint is that the kitchen had no spices. If you plan on cooking during your stay, you have to buy cooking oil, condiments, spices....
The location was great. You can walk to the beach, the condos have beach chairs and an ice chest available in every room. There is an ice machine by the pool. The rooms are spacious and they offer plenty of towels and linens. The kitchen was stocked with everything you would need to prepare meals. The room and the property were quiet. There was plenty of hot water, for some reason I thought that was going to be an issue. I was very wrong. The pictures are accurate, the condos look exactly as depicted online. I definitely recommend renting a car. The island is small and the traffic isn't bad at all. Its easy to navigate. Locals are very nice and they offer lots of places to visit and eat if you want an authentic experience of Aruba. The grocery store is walking distance....be prepared to pay! Groceries and gas are expensive.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 6 April 2023
Jerry
United States3 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Apartment with Pool View
- • Stayed 9 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Paid for room with pool view. Got garden view room but didn't argue because wanted to relax and not create bad vibes.
Most of it.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 29 March 2023
Marianne
United States26 reviews9.0“great stay at Arena, super location, great value, very short walk to beach, walk to super market”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
view from deck, no dishwasher
location, size of condo, clean, convenient, 5 min walk to beach
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 25 March 2023
Kathleen
United States5 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 7 nights
I wished we had a hanging rack for wet clothing
Location to beach was the best
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 22 February 2023
Mike
Canada21 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great week in paradise”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Apartment with Pool View
- • Stayed 7 nights
Really, it was just the noisy bed. It wasn’t too bad but both bedrooms had this affliction.
The condo complex while small had everything you could want. Gas Barbeques for outdoor cooking. Lots of chaise lounges. Smallish pool, but never crowded. And a great hot tub. Kitchen is well equipped. No oven and no dishwasher though. Washing by hand is old school, but really not a problem. Beds were really comfortable, but they were a little noisy. The room was spotless and a real bonus was the Superfood grocery store was a 4 minute walk from the condo. The beach was also a 4 minute walk from the condo. All units come with beach chairs. Take them as they charge between 10.00 to 15.00 for a lounge at the beach. Also an additional bonus is a drying rack for swim suits and towels. This is a relatively new condo complex and the staff while weak in English were extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 21 February 2023
Michael
United States6 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“I'd stay there again”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Apartment with Pool View
- • Stayed 14 nights
Provide a linen towel exchange for those staying more than 1 week
Couple blocks off the beach, Awesome supmarket within a short walk, beach chairs and rolling cooler were provided
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 18 January 2023
Rick
United States2 reviews9.0“We will definitely book again when we return to Aruba!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Only concern was that the mattresses were a bit old. They creaked when laying on it but still comfortable and did not have issue sleeping.
We loved how close the location was within walking distance to Eagle Beach and Superfoods. We still had a car and was glad about that as it was a very short drive to the Main Street with hotels and restaurants.
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 8 January 2023
Galina
United States6 reviews1 helpful vote10“Very comfortable and pleasant, thanks”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 13 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
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1.Location 2.Office stuff (Jady) supper friendly and all the stuff supper helpful 3. Superb property music in the style and volume! 4.Very comfortable accommodations (apartment)
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 14 December 2022
Shen
United States1 review1 helpful vote9.0“Very good location. close to the beach and superfood market.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
The bathroom sink had an issue in the water stopper.
N/A
Stayed in December 2022
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Reviewed: 28 May 2022
Georg
Poland2 reviews3 helpful votes10“Super nice place so close to Eagle Beach!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Apartment with Pool View
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We rented two bedroom apartment which was very nice, big enough for four adults and equiped in everything you need not only to cook or clean the place but also in beach chairs and towels. Pool was super clean with comfy sunbeds and shaded eating and sitting area with huge grills available for all guests.
Absolutely the best location, so close to the eagle beach and superfood market. Also super easy to reach public Transportation which Is cheap and extremely convenient not only to reach the palm beach but even further beaches and snorkeling sposts.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Joseph
United States12 reviews4 helpful votes1.0“Not a resort of my liking”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 29 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Swerage plant ...construction dust. Door banging
Constant door banging you outta a bed and your chair ...veiw of a storage plant.....construction next store massive dust hard to breath..7 days no wind sewerage smell made you can. Never again big mistake
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 12 November 2023
J
Netherlands1 review7.0“Bad start as check-in was not properly arranged .Luckely ladies at reception made much good”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 9 nights
very basic and cold interior Minimum kitchen utensils
location
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 5 February 2023
Lynn
United States1 review7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Apartment with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
When I showed up to check in the office was closed! I couldn't call because I had no wifi. I had to walk to a location where I could use my phone and I was finally able to get in touch with someone. It turns out they sent an e,mail with the info I needed but I never saw it (I was very busy getting ready for the trip). I spent over an hour trying to get the info I needed to get into my room. A lot of running around to find wifi. The room price was very high. I opted to pay for it but it was a lot and for that reason I would not stay here again.
The location and the room itself were great. Very Clean, nice pool.
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Marianne
United States26 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 11 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 22 July 2023
Palmera
Netherlands5 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 26 April 2023
Ana
United States20 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Apartment
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Ludmila
United States3 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 4 March 2023
Jason
Canada1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 21 February 2023
Diego
Ecuador2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 31 January 2023
Joruna
United States3 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Standard Apartment
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2023
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