What We Love

  • Kids 12-years-old and under stay free!
  • This resort has something for everyone. Etnika Spa and Excelsior Casino for adults, and a video game arcade and activity center for kids.
  • The resort offers three different activity zones to appeal to every guests’ needs during their vacation.

Things to Know

  • The resort is less than 15 minutes away from the airport.
  • Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas of the resort.
  • This resort is not all-inclusive. All services are available for additional fees.

Hotel Promotions
Daily Buffet Breakfast Included
All registered guests will receive Buffet Breakfast daily.

Important information:  Gratuities are not included.  Redemption instructions will be provided at check-in.  Breakfast charge is non-refundable/non-transferable. If breakfast is not taken there will be no compensation. Group restrictions  also apply.

Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 27 Mar 2023 to 31 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 27 Mar 2023 to 31 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.
Kids Eat Free
Children 11 years and younger eat free when dining with an adult and ordering from the children's menu. This does not include the buffet breakfast (maximum 2 children per room)
Applicable Dates:
Booking Dates: 27 Mar 2023 to 31 Dec 2026
Travel Dates: 27 Mar 2023 to 31 Dec 2026
*Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.

Resort Details

Whether you have an interest in fine dining or fresh seafood, you can find your perfect meal here!
OnSite Dining
  • Café Da Vinci
    Offers a fine Italian dining experience with a trattoria theme and great wine selection. 
  • Canastas Lobby Bar
    The perfect place to start the day with steaming coffee and continental breakfast.
  • Corals Restaurant
    Delicious buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily.
  • Palm Lobby Bar & Cafe
    Located in the heart of the lobby right next to the courtyard, discover our Palm Lobby Bar & Café the perfect place to start your day the right way. Grab your morning coffee before your tour, day at the pool or morning run. 

    Hours : 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Pizza Del Mar
    Serves fresh pizza made to order (independently operated).
  • Seabreeze Bar & Grille
    The fabulous restaurant is for those who want to drink and dine right at the ocean’s edge.
  • Various Lounges/Bars
    - Seabreeze Bar
    - Canastas Lobby Bar
    - Absolut Pali Coco Lounge
    - Iguana Bar
Guests can take full advantage of laundry / valet services, Wi-Fi access, business services and more.
On-Site Amenities
  • Accessible facilities
  • ATM/Cash machine†
  • Babysitting†
  • Baggage hold†
  • Business services†
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Concierge desk
  • Elevators
  • Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
  • ATM/Cash machine†
  • Babysitting†
  • Baggage hold†
  • Business services†
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Concierge desk
  • Elevators
  • Exercise gym
  • Game room
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Housekeeping - daily
  • Internet services†
  • Laundry/Valet service†
  • Lounges/bars†
  • Meal Plan Type: European Plan†
  • Parking†
  • Pool
  • Restaurant†
  • Safe deposit box
  • Sauna†
  • Shopping mall†
  • Smoke-free property
  • Spa†
  • Tennis court
  • Tour/sightseeing desk†
  • Valet parking†
  • Wakeup service
  • Water sports†
Off-Site Amenities
  • Business Services†
  • Internet Access†
On-Site Wedding Services
  • Whether a getaway for two or a fun-filled celebration with family and friends, our “picture perfect” tropical resort is the perfect location for the island wedding of your dreams!

    Complete wedding packages and services available.

† Fees may apply

With activities like casino games, the kid's club and water sports, there's something for everyone!
On-Site Recreation
  • Children's program, onsite
    KidSpree Vacation Club is the place for kids to be. Kids will enjoy fun-filled hours of scheduled games and activities such as face & T-shirt painting, movies, excursions, board games, play garden, sand castle building and lots more! 

    Private baby-sitting service is available upon request.
  • Direct access to a beach
  • Fitness center on-site
  • Gambling †
    The Excelsior Casino features slots, blackjack, craps, roulette, and a variety of other great games!
  • Hot tub
    The resort has 2 outdoor hot tubs.
  • Motorized Water Sports †
    Motorized water sports are available through Pelican Water Sports.
  • Pool
    There are 2 pools on-site. The Entertainment Pool features a zero entry design, a jet stream massage area and a section where bathers can relax on a lounge chair while being partially submerged in water. 

    Two heated oversized Jacuzzis are on an elevated level of the deck with a view of the famous beach.
  • Sauna †
  • Spa †
  • Tennis court
    There are 4 lit tennis courts on-site.
Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf †
    A golf course is located within 10 miles of the property.
On-Site Attraction
  • On-site Entertainment
    Mondays: BBQ Beach Party by the Iguana Grill Pool Deck.
    Tuesdays - Sunday live music at the Sea Breeze Restaurant from 7:00pm-9:00pm

† Fees may apply

Guest Reviews

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.5 7861 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    great experience for lunch

    Veronica did a great job attending our lunch. Our drinks and attention were taken care of very carefully. I would recommend this restaurant for anyone.

    Jul 02, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Amazing Server - Veronica

    One of the servers here was absolutely amazing. Veronica was super nice and helpful. She was prompt and knowledgeable.

    Jul 02, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Aruba Trip

    Magie was really helpful in room service. Great trip overall. All the amenities were great and the room service was amazing, especially Magie.

    Jul 01, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Frankie is the best!!

    Frankie was the best! We had several people with allergies in our party and he made sure to get them all straight and had the chef come out a speak to us to reassure us that we were all safe. We appreciated him so much!!

    Jun 30, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Such a good trip

    Great service at the sea breeze restaurant at the holiday Inn resort in aruba we had the best waiter named Franky he is the best and very good at his job

    Jun 30, 2025
Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisoryWe are happy to report that we have successfully completed all the renovation works. Our property is now operating at 100%. Palm Lobby Bar & Cafe; Sea Breeze Restaurant & Bar and Pool located by the Sea Tower is open with its regular hours of operation, as previously announced.
General Policy
  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:

    Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.

    Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

    Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.

    Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

    General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price.  Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.  Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

  • Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed

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