Overlooking the gorgeous Caribbean Sea on the expansive sands of Palm Beach rests the Barceló Aruba, formerly the Occidental Grand Aruba. Every bit your dream Caribbean retreat, Barceló Aruba boasts plenty of amenities such as a rock garden island sits in the middle of a lagoon style pool that includes a swim up bar and hot tubs fed by rock waterfalls. The on site casino opens at noon with a variety of games to enjoy, or enjoy the sun with some active fun on the tennis courts. End the day by taking in a nightly music and dance show, or dance to karaoke disco music or the live DJ. Parents with children ten and under will make good use of the Kids Club, with age appropriate supervised activities. Finally, five restaurants offer plenty of choices when hunger starts to hit.

The Barceló Aruba offers a variety of accommodations, from studio units to lavish three-bedroom suites. Studio units sleep from two to four guests. One- bedroom suites accommodate four, two-bedrooms sleep six to eight guests and finally, three-bedroom units are capable of sleeping from six to ten guests, ideal for larger families or a vacation with friends. Air-conditioning is supplemented by ceiling fans. and bathrooms include a shower/tub combination, complimentary toiletries and hair dryer. Some units include kitchen facilities with microwaves.

The Barceló Aruba is located in the center of beautiful, picturesque Palm Beach. Many shallow shipwrecks, such as the Antilla and Pedernalis, are waiting to be explored while parasailing, banana-boating, waterskiing, snorkeling, sailing, and fishing are make for additional activities for the adventurous. Landlubbers can go mountain biking, horseback riding and bird watching. For a brand new perspective, get a bird's eye view by taking a helicopter or airplane sightseeing tour.