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Riu Palace Aruba
J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 79
Palm Beach, Aruba

 

Distance from Hotel to Oranjestad, 2.4 miles (4 kms). Distance from Hotel to Airport, 6.2 miles (10 kms).  

The Riu Palace Aruba, formerly known as the Riu Aruba Grand, will bring Riu's legendary service, all-inclusive concept and highest level of amenities to Aruba for the first time. Located on famed Palm Beach, this dazzling property will include 450 hotel rooms split up into Junior Suites Partial Oceanview, Junior Suites Oceanview, Suites Oceanview and Jacuzzi Suites Oceanview. On site, guests will be able to enjoy top-quality facilities and activities such as two swimming pools, each with an integrated Jacuzzi, a signature terrace-solarium, a fitness center, a spa and a casino. In addition, five distinctive gourmet restaurants, numerous bars and limitless entertainment options will provide a wide array of tastes, temptations and diversions. A true Riu Palace in every way, the new Riu Palace Aruba will be a luxurious, elegant and beautiful place to experience the gracious hospitality that defines this exquisite island destination.  

Hotel Amenities (back to top)
  • Aerobic Classes
  • Aerobics
  • Babysitting Services ($)
  • Bars (5)
  • Beauty Salon ($)
  • Beverage Service (poolside)
  • Bicycle Rentals (nearby) ($)
  • Billiards ($)
  • Boutique ($)
  • Car Rental Desk ($)
  • Casino ($)
  • Conference Rooms (2) ($)
  • Entertainment (daily)
  • Fitness Center
  • Gift Shop ($)
  • Golf (nearby) ($)
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry Service ($)
  • Parking
  • Ping Pong
  • Restaurants (5)
  • Sauna
  • Solarium ($)
  • Spa ($)
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo

Internet Access Complimentary wireless internet in conference room and lobby. Miscellaneous Amenities Variety Shows Pools: (2) Swimming Pools with Jacuzzi ($) 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 (back to top)

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: 2008-2009  

• Children under 2 years old are complimentary with 2 full paying adults.  

• Children (2-12) must share the room with 2 full paying adults in order to get the children discount.  

• If one adult travels with one child, the child will be considered an adult.  

• If one adult is traveling with two children, the first child will be invoiced as an adult and the second child will have the children benefits as per the current contract.  

• Additional charges apply for rollaway beds and cribs.  

2009-2010 Effective dates: 12/24/09-04/30/10  

• Children under 2 years old stay & eat for free when sharing with 2 full paying adults.  

• Children's ages must be specified in the rooming list.  

• Children (2-12) must share the room with 2 full paying adults in order to get the children discount.  

• If one adult travels with one child, the child will be considered an adult.  

• If one adult is traveling with two children, the first child will be invoiced as an adult and the second child will have the children benefits as per the current contract.  

• Additional charges apply for rollaway beds and cribs.  

Maximum Occupancy: Jr Suite Partial Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

• Jr Suite Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

• Suite Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Suite Jacuzzi Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

All accommodations that will accommodate 2 adults and 2 children will also accommodate 3 adults and 1 child.  

Junior Suite Partial Oceanview, (SJLB) Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split-level living room area with sofa, direct dial phone, wireless Internet (at additional charge), regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, satellite TV, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bathroom equipped with hydro- massage bathtub and shower, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or french balcony with partial ocean view. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Partial Ocean.  

Junior Suite Oceanview, (SJMB) Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split-level living room area with sofa, direct dial phone, wireless Internet (at additional charge), regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, satellite TV, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bath- room equipped with hydromassage bathtub and shower, hair- dryer and amenities kit. Balcony with ocean view Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Ocean.  

Suite Oceanview, (SUMB) Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split- level living room area with sofa, direct dial phone, wireless Internet (at additional charge), regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, satellite TV, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board. Bath- room equipped with hydromassage bathtub, extra shower cabin, bidet, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean view. Bedding: 1 king bed. View: Ocean. Accommodation amenities include: bidet and bathtub (hydro massage).  

Suite Jacuzzi Oceanview, (SUMZ) Air conditioning, ceiling fan, split-level living room area with sofa, direct dial phone, wireless Internet (at additional charge), regularly replenished mini-bar and liquor dispenser, satellite TV, radio alarm clock, electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15"), iron and ironing board, walk-in closet. Bathroom equipped with hydromassage bathtub, extra shower cabin, bidet, hairdryer and amenities kit. Balcony or terrace with ocean view and private jacuzzi. Bedding: 1 king bed. View: Ocean. Accommodation amenities include: bidet and bathtub (hydro massage).  

Jacuzzi Jacuzzi on terrace.  

All accommodations include: alarm clock radio, telephone (direct dial), ironing board, physically challenged accommodations, television (satellite), 110 V, balcony or terrace, hairdryer, liquor dispenser, room service (limited), air conditioning (individual climate control), bath amenities, turndown service, iron, mini-bar and ceiling fan.  

Miscellaneous Amenities Most Junior Suites are split-level, and bathrooms have a hydro-massage tub  

Safe  

• Electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15")  

 

Room Service (24-hour) -24-hour room service beginning May 1st, 2008.  

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

Food and Beverage Outlets (back to top)

Barry's, Exterior bar with terrace.  

Bon Bini, Lounge bar with terrace.  

Casino Bar, Not included in All inclusive  

Milano(*), Italian a la carte restaurant, open for dinner.  

Cuisine: Italian.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Palm Beach, Pool and swim-up bar.  

Sports Bar  

Don Nicolas, Main restaurant. Buffet style with show cooking, serving international and local specialties.  

Krystal(*), Gourmet a la carte fusion restaurant, open for dinner.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Nautilus(*), Grill Steakhouse restaurant, a la carte, open for dinner.  

Cuisine: Steaks.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Sayuri(*), Japanese a la carte restaurant, open for dinner.  

Cuisine: Japanese.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Add-On Package (Caprice Wedding 10) (back to top)

CAPRICE WEDDING PACKAGE 2010 The Riu Caprice Wedding Package 2010 is the most extravagant, elegant and complete option. Created for those who desire an unforgettable and once-in- a-lifetime event, the Caprice package provides an endless number of extraordinary details & amenities to ensure that your dream of a fairy-tale wedding truly does come true.  

The Caprice Wedding Package is the highest cost of the three available wedding packages and is available for up to 60 wedding guests, plus the bride and groom.  

Booking Dates: 07/28/2009 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2010 - 12/31/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• On-site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day  

• Decoration set up for the ceremony location with natural flowers  

• Bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere for the groom  

• Two rose petals bags  

• CD or recorded music during the ceremony  

• Semi private dinner for the couple and the wedding guests at one of the specialty restaurants  

• Wedding cake for the couple and 60 wedding guests or less  

• Sparkling wine for the couple and 60 wedding guests or less (during the main toast only)  

• Romantic massage for bride and groom  

• Manicure, pedicure and hairstyle for the bride  

• Ten percent discount on all spa services for bride and groom (restrictions apply)  

• Complimentary room upgrade for the wedding couple subject to availability upon arrival (external Jacuzzi Suites are not included)  

• Late check out for the wedding couple subject to availability  

• Riu "t-shirts" for the bride and groom  

• Breakfast in bed the morning after the wedding  

• Strawberries with chocolate and bottle of sparkling wine  

• Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate  

• Witnesses if required  

Please Note:  

• In order to have a wedding at the Riu Hotels & Resorts, the couple and the 80 percent of the total amount of the wedding guests must stay at the Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.  

• This is a strict Riu policy the hotel must follow.  

• If you have further questions or require additional information, please contact Riu via email at weddings@riu.com  

• For the Caprice Wedding Package a Civil Ceremony, Religious Ceremony and Renewal of vows or Symbolic Ceremony are all available at an additional cost.  

Add-On Package (Classic Wedding 10) (back to top)

CLASSIC WEDDING PACKAGE 2010 The Classic wedding package provides you the opportunity to create a simple yet elegant wedding in paradise. Complete with a Riu wedding coordinator to thoughtfully plan your special day and all the elements necessary for an unforgettable ceremony, the Classic package is an ideal way to start your lives together in a very romantic and intimate way.  

The Classic Wedding Package is the lowest cost of the three available wedding packages and is available for up to 10 wedding guests, plus the bride and groom.  

Booking Dates: 07/28/2009 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2010 - 12/31/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• On site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day  

• Decoration set up for the ceremony location  

• Bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere for the groom  

• CD or recorded music during the ceremony  

• Semi private dinner for the couple and 10 weddings guest or less at one of our specialty restaurants  

• Wedding cake for the couple and 10 weddings guests or less  

• Sparkling wine for the couple and 10 weddings guests or less (during the main toast only)  

• Surprise spa gift  

• Ten percent discount on all spa services for bride and groom (restrictions apply)  

• Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate  

• Witnesses if required  

Please Note:  

• In order to have a wedding at the Riu Hotels & Resorts, the couple and the 80 percent of the total amount of the wedding guests must stay at the Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.  

• This is a strict Riu policy the hotel must follow.  

• If you have further questions or require additional information, please contact Riu via email at weddings@riu.com  

• For the Classic Wedding Package a Civil Ceremony, Religious Ceremony and Renewal of vows or Symbolic Ceremony are all available at an additional cost.  

Add-On Package (Royal Wedding 10) (back to top)

ROYAL WEDDING PACKAGE 2010 The perfect balance between simplicity & extravagance, the Royal Wedding Package 2010 provides a variety of impressive amenities. From a complimentary room upgrade to a wedding cake and sparkling wine, the Royal Package is intended to make your special day in perfect every way.  

The Royal Wedding Package is the moderately priced of the three available wedding packages and is available for up to 40 wedding guests, plus the bride and groom.  

Booking Dates: 07/28/2009 - 12/31/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2010 - 12/31/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• On-site wedding coordinator to help plan the special day  

• Decoration set up for the ceremony location  

• Bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere for the groom  

• CD or recorded music during the ceremony  

• Semi private dinner for the couple and 40 wedding guests or less at one of the specialty restaurants  

• Wedding cake for the couple and 40 wedding guests or less  

• Sparkling wine for the couple and 40 wedding guests or less (during the main toast only)  

• Romantic massage for bride and groom  

• Ten percent discount on all spa services for bride and groom (restrictions apply)  

• Complimentary room upgrade for the wedding couple subject to availability upon arrival (external Jacuzzi Suites are not included)  

• Riu "t-shirts" for the bride and groom  

• Surprise gift  

• Minister/Judge service & wedding certificate  

• Witnesses if required  

Please Note:  

• In order to have a wedding at the Riu Hotels & Resorts, the couple and the 80 percent of the total amount of the wedding guests must stay at the Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.  

• This is a strict Riu policy the hotel must follow.  

• If you have further questions or require additional information, please contact Riu via email at weddings@riu.com  

• For the Royal Wedding Package a Civil Ceremony, Religious Ceremony and Renewal of vows or Symbolic Ceremony are all available at an additional cost.  

Specialty Package (All Inclusive 09-10) (back to top)

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE 2009-2010  

Booking Dates: 06/01/2009 - 04/30/2010 Travel Dates: 12/24/2009 - 04/30/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• Accommodations  

• All meals and snacks:  

• *Breakfast: Full American breakfast buffet, on the spot cooking stations, fruits, juices and Cava *Continental breakfast/snack *Lunch: Hot and cold buffet and on the spot cooking stations, pizzas, pasta, salads and assorted desserts *Dinner: Buffets and on the spot cooking stations Special evenings: theme buffets (twice a week) *Optional dining (reservations required): Krystal Fusion Restaurant (a la carte), Sayuri Japanese restaurant (a la carte), Milano Italian restaurant (a la carte; buffet starters), Grill and steakhouse (a la carte)  

• Snacks 24 hours a day  

• Beverages: Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day, Drinks service at the pool, Mini-bar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser  

• Room service 24 hours a day  

• In-room safe  

• Sports and activities: Gym, beach volleyball, workout, aqua-gym, Sauna and Jacuzzi  

• Entertainment program: Daytime entertainment program for adults (several times a week), Shows or live music (several times a week)  

• Complimentary entrance to the Casino (drinks not included)  

• All taxes and gratuities  

Please Note:  

• Formal dress is required for dinner (main restaurant: t-shirts with sleeves for gentlemen; theme restaurants:  

• long trousers and t-shirts with sleeves for gentlemen).  

• All hotel guests are required to wear an "all inclusive" wristband for identification purposes.  

Package inclusions are subject to change.  

Bonus Features (back to top)

-Complimentary sun loungers, towels and parasols by pool area  

Miscellaneous Information (back to top)

General Information:  

• Formerly Aruba Grand Hotel  

Minimum Age Requirements:  

• The remainder of the year (besides Spring Break) requires at least one person 18 years or older in every room.  

• No student groups under 21 years old or Spring Breakers are accepted all year round.  

Honeymooners:  

• Honeymooners Surprise Gift (added value): Honeymooners will receive a surprise gift in their rooms upon arrival. Marriage certificate will be requested.  

Springbreak Policy:  

• During the months of March & April, at least one person must be 21 years of age or older in every room. During these months, the hotel reserves the right not to admit any room in which all guests are younger than 21. This situation can have serious repercussions and should be avoided at any cost. Please advise the travel agencies accordingly.  

Local Attractions (back to top)

Tourist Attractions Nearby:  

• Adventure Mini Golf  

• Tierra Del Sol Golf Course  

• Horseback riding  

• Divi Divi Links Golf Course  

• Butterfly Farm  

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