Tropicana Aruba Resort & Casino at Eagle Beach

We extended our stay from Costa Linda to the Tropicana.

The Tropicana used to be part of LaCabana and is in diar need of a rennovation. There were not a lot of acitivities and the resterauant was on the property but set way back in a former casino.

It was a down grade from Costa Linda but a place to stay none the less.

I would not stay here again unless I had no other options.

*****The great part about this Hotel/resort was that it was within walking distance to La Cabana so you could go over and enjoy their happy hour festivities....you just cant use their pool without paying a fee.

The Aruban Resort & Casino is now the Tropicana Resort & Casino. The old girl is coming to life. First impression is marvelous with pristine landscaping that has brought a classy, professional look that is the best I have seen in the 10 years I have been coming. The staff is the best I have experienced including taking initiatives without being asked.

While the rooms are in obvious need of an upgrade, management is taking the right approach of making sure the chillers are capable of providing sustainable airco, the roofs are replaced before extended damage is done due to leaks, the elevators are upgraded, etc. Management is emphasizing safety and customer comfort before trying to sell timeshares before necessary upgrades are finished.

Two areas needing improving are security and an increased supply of umbrellas and chairs to provide shade for the increasing number of customers. There are plenty of security personnel (mostly women) on the property, but there is need to require more patrolling (in golf carts if necessary) of the outer walkways and pools on a regular basis to make sure those using the limited lounges, etc. are from the resort; to prevent irresponsible users from leaving young children unattended; and to prevent kids on bikes from using the outer walkways to makes mischief and noise.

The three weeks I spent there were fun and relaxing resulting in the making of many friends of fellow vacationers and staff. Kudos to the staff and management. I look forward to continued improvement andf say thanks for a job well done. Jack

It is true that the plans for remodeling are impressive. I would recommend that anyone planning to stay here confirm that renovations have taken place in their unit before they buy a plane ticket. We had a reservation here last July and were very disappointed in the condition of the units. The furnishings were tired, the layout of the kitchen was poor, the beds were uncomfortable and the fire escape was so rusty that it would have been dangerous to use.

We just returned from 3 weeks in Aruba. We own some at the Renaissance Resort, which we love. However, this place offers a great variation to being downtown in Orajenstad. The plans for this place are exciting. The new design is gorgous! Very modern and fully livable units. Pool is great, Casino now is great but for those who enjoy Vegas, the soon to open Casino is expected to be the biggest and most modern in Aruba. Eagle beach is one of the most beautiful in Aruba. It is a short walk from the timeshares (2-3 minutes)

I would encourage you to stay at the Aruban Resort for an excellent taste of Aruba!

My family has owned and have been comming here for over 15 years. Our last stay was Dec 7 - 22, 2007. We still love it here and especially now that it is under new ownership and management.

They had started upgrading , and every room will have new furnishings,appliances and tiles.The new Casino, under construction, when open will feature one of the largest casinos on the island and will feature several restaraunts and there are plans to bring in Las Vegas Style shows.

We had a wondefull time this year and we were very happy with the new ownership, management and staff who were all very courtious and helfull, And yes the new owners, from Las Vegas were there at the same time and were very pleasant.

I'm sorry to hear that when it was LA CABANA VILLAS, before the new ownership, there were some people who did not have a good experince, but the truth is the new ARUBAN RESORT AND CASINO AT EAGLE BEACH is well worth the experience.