HOTEL INFORMATION

OCCIDENTAL GRAND ARUBA
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 83
P.O. Box 218
Oranjestad, Aruba


Distance from hotel to Oranjestad (town), 10 minutes. 
Distance from hotel to airport, 15 miles (24 kms). 

Overlooking the aquamarine Caribbean Sea, the Occidental 
Grand Aruba is located on the exclusive Palm Beach, just 
minutes away from Queen Beatrix Airport. This resort is 
filled with luxurious European flavor, from the charming 
rooms to the beautiful beaches. Spend the days enjoying 
a variety of fun filled activities. Bask in the sun on 
the sandy - white beaches while the trade winds of the 
clear blue ocean cool you. Watch the sun set into the 
ocean as it illuminates the sky with its wondrous colors. 
Try your luck in the Casino or dance the night away in 
the nightclub. 

This elegant oceanfront hotel has 380 recently renovated 
rooms and comprises of two nine story buildings with two 
whirlpools and one free form fantasy pool with cascades. 
All rooms feature private balconies with breathtaking 
Caribbean views of the hotel and its surroundings.

HOTEL AMENITIES

Activities Desk                    Babysitting Services ($)
Banana Boat Rides ($)              Bars (3)
Beach                              Beauty Parlor ($)
Boats (paddle)                     Business Center ($)
Car Rental ($)                     Casino
Children's Club                    Currency Exchange
Fishing (deep sea)$                Gift Shops
Jacuzzis (2)                      Laundry Services ($)
Massage Services ($)               Medical Services ($)
Newsstand ($)                      Parasailing
Physician (on call) ($)            Pool
Restaurants (3)                    Sailing
Scuba Diving ($)                   Shops
Snorkeling                         Tennis Courts (2)
Tour Desk ($)                      Volleyball (beach)

Watersports
De Palm Watersports (water activities located on-site).
Activities available are water ski, jet ski, para sailing and
more.

Spa Services: ($)
Spa and Fitness Center will open at later date to be 
announced. Temporary fitness center available at the 
property.  In addition hotel has massage therapists 
available on the beach.

Tennis Lessons: ($)
Private tennis lessons are available on request.

Golf (nearby): ($)
nearby at Tierra del Sol, tee times
booked directly with the golf course.

Miscellaneous Amenities
Ballroom Theater
Aruba Cyber Station

Business Services: ($)
Fax and telephone services are available on request.

Scuba Diving: ($)
Other Scuba Diving Information:
Also available: Scuba diving trips, certification 
and rental equipment.

Conference Facilities
Conference facilities available for a capacity 
of up to 750 people.

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.

Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above 
may have an additional fee associated with them.

ACCOMMODATION CATEGORIES AND DESCRIPTIONS

Arrival/Departure Time: 
Check-in-time: 4:00 pm  Check-out-time: 12:00 pm

Early check-in and late checkout on 
request, and subject to availability.

Children Policy: 
2009
-Children 5 and under are complimentary during 
 the period 01/04/09-12/18/09, when sharing room 
 with one or more paying adults.**
-Children's rates apply for children 6-12 years 
 old, when sharing room with one or more paying 
 adults.

2010
-Children 5 and under are complimentary during 
 the period 01/04/10-12/17/10, when sharing room 
 with one or more paying adults.**
-Children's rates apply for children 6-12 years 
 old, when sharing room with one or more paying 
 adults.

Please Note:
(**) Children 5 and under are not complimentary  
during the holidays.

Maximum Occupancy: 
2009
Deluxe                            - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Deluxe Oceanview                  - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Grand Concierge Deluxe Oceanview  - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Grand Romance Deluxe Oceanview    - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Royal Club Luxury Oceanview       - 2 adults or 1 adults and 1 child.
Royal Club Suite Oceanview        - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Royal Club Master Suite Oceanview - 4 adults or 3 adults and 1 child,
                                    or 2 adults and 2 children.

2009
Effective dates: 01/08/09-01/04/10
Deluxe                            - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Premium Lanai Garden View          - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Premium Lanai Pool View            - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Deluxe Oceanview                  - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Grand Concierge Deluxe Oceanview  - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Grand Romance Deluxe Oceanview    - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Premium Jacuzzi Oceanfront       - 2 adults or 1 adults and 1 child.(**)
Royal Club Luxury Oceanview       - 2 adults or 1 adults and 1 child.
Royal Club Suite Oceanview        - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Royal Club Master Suite Oceanview - 4 adults or 3 adults and 1 child,
                                    or 2 adults and 2 children.

Please Note:
(**) This category includes a king bed, rollaway must be 
requested for a 3rd adult or child.

Deluxe
Number of accommodations: 50
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. 

Premium Lanai Garden View
Number of accommodations: 11
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. 
View: Garden. 

Premium Lanai Pool View
Number of accommodations: 12
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. 
View: Pool. 

Deluxe Oceanview
Number of accommodations: 172
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. 
View: Ocean. 

Grand Concierge Deluxe Oceanview, Concierge service, 
turndown service, a fruit basket, a bottle of wine,
a 10% spa discount and bathrobes for use during
your stay.
Number of accommodations: 24
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. 
View: Ocean. 

Grand Romance Deluxe Oceanview, Bottle of champagne,
chocolate covered strawberries, in-room couple's massage, 
breakfast in bed the first morning, romantic dinner, 10% 
spa discounts, turndown service and a surprise gift with 
special romantic amenities.
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. 

Premium Jacuzzi Oceanfront
Number of accommodations: 8
Bedding: 1 king bed. 
View: Oceanfront. 

Royal Club Luxury Ocean View
Number of accommodations: 36
Bedding: 1 king bed. 
View: Ocean. 

Royal Club Suite Oceanview, Enhanced sitting area.
Number of accommodations: 11
Bedding: 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed. 
View: Ocean. 

Royal Club Master Suite Oceanview(*)
Number of accommodations: 3
Bedding: 1 king bed, 2 double beds and 1 sofa bed. 
View: Oceanfront. 

Royal Club Level Rooms and Suites:
There are 53 Royal Club accommodations that comprise of 
3 master suites, 11 junior suites and 39 luxury rooms.

All Royal Club level accommodations include the resort's 
all inclusive features, boast elegantly appointed furniture 
and include all of the standard room amenities plus the 
following: 

Daily mini-bar refill, DVD/CD players, bathrobes, slippers,
Concierge services, room service from 7:0am-10:30pm), turn
down service, hydro massage bathtubs (available in the
Suites only) and two meeting rooms 

Guests will also enjoy private check-in at the Royal Club 
level floor, private restaurant 'Royal Club Lounge' on 
the 9th floor open 7:00am-10:30pm. 

Please Note:
Royal Club Level rooms do not accommodate a rollaway.

(*) Denotes on request basis only, no allotment given.

All accommodations include: safe (in accommodation), crib (on request),
hairdryer, balcony or terrace, ironing board, ceiling fan, scale
(bathroom), data port, air conditioning, internet access (high speed,
wireless): ($), bath/shower (private), coffee maker, rollaway bed (on
request), telephone (digital with voice mail), floors (marble), alarm
clock radio, iron, bathroom (full) and television (cable, satellite).

Mini Refrigerator
Mini refrigerator includes sodas, beer &; water and
is replenished every 2nd day

Physically Challenged Accommodations
4 rooms.


($) Denotes a fee may be charged.

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled 
based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE OUTLETS

Bikini Beach Bar, Revive yourself with a cold drink or refreshing
natural fruit juice at this beach bar.

Lobby Bar, serves cocktails and refreshments.

General Opening Hours: Open 11:00am until 11:00pm.
General Opening Days: Open daily.

Splash Pool Bar, Swim up to the Splash Aqua Bar where the frozen
drinks just keep flowing.

Sound Lounge, An excellent way to end the day, enjoy the great
live entertainment at this club.

Desires Lounge, Lounge and Restaurant. Restaurant is fully
operational.

Desire(*), Caribbean Fusion Cuisine. Dinner only, a la carte.

Cuisine: Caribbean Fusion.

General Opening Hours: Open 6:30pm until 10:00pm.
General Opening Days: Open daily.

(*) Denotes reservation is required.

El Olvido(*), Tex-Mex Specialty Restaurant. Dinner only, a la
carte.

Cuisine: Tex-Mex.

General Opening Hours: Open 6:00pm until 10:00pm.
General Opening Days: Open daily.

(*) Denotes reservation is required.

L'olio(*), Enjoy excellent Italian specialties and fine a la
carte dining in L'olio's charming setting. Open for dinner only.

Cuisine: Italian.

General Opening Hours: Open 6:00pm until 10:00pm.
General Opening Days: Open daily.

(*) Denotes reservation is required.

The Beach Club, This delightful spot is open for light a la carte
luncheons. This is considered a snack restaurant and is open for lunch
only.

General Opening Hours: Open 12:00pm until 4:30pm.
General Opening Days: Open daily.

The Palm Buffet Restaurant, The main restaurant features buffet
dining and offers a wide variety of International cuisine. Open for
breakfast lunch and dinner.

Cuisine: International.

Breakfast Hours: Open 7:00am until 11:00am.
Lunch Hours: Open 12:00pm until 3:00pm.
Dinner Hours: Open 6:00pm until 10:00pm.

Zen(*), Oriental Specialty Restaurant. Dinner only a la carte.

Cuisine: Oriental.

General Opening Hours: Open 6:00pm until 10:00pm.
General Opening Days: Open daily.

(*) Denotes reservation is required.

Terrace, Late snack area.

General Opening Hours: Open from 10:00pm-1:00am.

Dress Code
-During the day proper cover for swimwear &; footwear 
 required throughout the resort.      
-Evening dress code for Specialty Restaurants is casual 
 elegant. Men are to wear long trousers at a la carte 
 restaurants. Shirts with sleeves are required in all 
 restaurants and proper footwear required.

Please Note:
All food &; beverage outlet schedules are subject 
to change.

ADD-ON PACKAGE (EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON 09)

EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON PACKAGE 2009

Booking Dates:       08/27/2008 - 12/18/2009
Travel Dates:        01/04/2009 - 12/18/2009

Package Inclusions:
-Continental breakfast in room (**)
-Special recognition announcement
-10% Couples massage discount voucher
-Champagne
-Surprise gift

Package Minimum Stay: 3 nights

Please Note:
General Terms &; Conditions for Occidental 
Honeymoons 2009:
-Three night minimum stay required.
-Must be coordinated prior to or upon arrival 
 with Guest Services.  
-Features, services &; items are limited to once 
 per stay; or one per couple; or per Bride and
 Groom.
-Designate on voucher 'HONEYMOON' in order to 
 receive benefit of program.
-Pricing and features vary by resort
-Newlyweds must present copy of recent (within 
 3 months) marriage certificate to redeem package.
-For all resorts, Premium program includes the 
 features of Extra Value Complimentary program. 
-Effective immediately, for travel in 2009.
-Packages must be booked as supplement to room. 

These notations are applicable to both the 
Extra Value Complimentary &; Premium Programs 
for the Occidental Grand &; Allegro Resorts

Please Note:
-Voucher Code: EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON
-These inclusions are available at no extra
 cost to honeymooners
-This package is available to all-inclusive 
 guests who stay at least 3 nights, and can 
 present a copy of recent marriage certificate 
 to redeem package
-(**) For the breakfast in the room, please 
 complete the room-service card nightly

ADD-ON PACKAGE (PREMIUM HONEYMOON 09)

PREMIUM HONEYMOON PACKAGE 2009

Booking Dates:       08/27/2008 - 12/18/2009
Travel Dates:        01/04/2009 - 12/18/2009

Package Inclusions:
-30-minute romantic couples massage (per person)
-Romantic dinner and champagne
-Signature shirts for newlyweds
-Honeymoon photo
-Romantic, edible basket of goodies
-Turn-down service nightly
-Laundry service for 10 pieces
-Package also includes extra value complimentary 
 program (package)

Package Minimum Stay: 3 nights

Please Note:
-Voucher code: PREMIUM HONEYMOON
-This package is available at an additional
 price for honeymooners wishing to customize
 their experience
-This package is available to all-inclusive 
 guests who stay at least 3 nights, and can 
 present a copy of recent marriage certificate 
 to redeem package
-Must be coordinated by Guest Services
-All services and items are one per Bride &; 
 Groom, or once per stay

SPECIALTY PACKAGE (ALL INCLUSIVE 08-09)

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE 2008-2009

Booking Dates:       01/01/2008 - 01/04/2010
Travel Dates:        01/01/2008 - 01/04/2010

Package Inclusions:
-Welcome Drink
-Accommodation as selected
-Use of one large swimming pool 
-Kids Club - Activities Program for children 
 ages 4-12 years old (9am- 5pm)
-All meals and snacks and an a la carte dinner at 
 the specialty restaurants
-Unlimited fruit juices and soft drinks
-Unlimited local alcoholic beverages 
-House wine served by the glass
-Room service (7am-10am) for Continental 
 Breakfast
-Daily activities program in several languages by the 
 pool and beach area, such as: aerobics, beach-volleyball, 
 water-gymnastics, water polo, etc.
-Non-motorized watersports as per activities schedule 
 (for example: sailing, snorkeling and kayaks) 
-Two (2) tennis courts
-Clinics for all sports featured (including scuba 
 clinics in the pool).
-Chaise-lounges and towel service for the pool and
 Beach area
-Nightly entertainment program featuring local talent 
 and Occidental Fun Club
-Business center available
-Use of fitness room
-Taxes and gratuities applicable to the package

Package inclusions are subject to change.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

General Information:
-All major credit cards are accepted at the resort.
-Pets are not allowed on property.

Voice Mail:
-Voice mail is available in all guest rooms.
 The phone line will automatically open upon
 the guests' check in (if the guest has credit).
-You can also see the caller's name on the digital
 phones' display for a personalized greeting.

Spring Break Policy:
-Individual student bookings
 are accepted at all properties.
-Minimum age required for check-in is 18. 
-Maximum occupancy as per regular contract
-A refundable deposit of $200.00 per person 
 (cash or credit card) is required
-Groups bookings must be made through the 
 groups department and will require a chaperon 
 as well as a refundable deposit.

MINIMUM NIGHT STAY REQUIREMENTS

2009
No minimum stay information currently available.

CANCELLATION FEES

2009
01/04/09-12/18/09, within 3 days, 1-night penalty,
               and within 1 day,  2-night penalty.
12/19/09-01/04/10, within 3 days,    100% penalty.

No shows will also incur a 2-night penalty.

2010
01/04/10-12/17/10, within 3 days, 1-night penalty,
               and within 1 day,  2-night penalty.
12/18/10-01/03/11, within 3 days,    100% penalty.

No shows will also incur a 2-night penalty.