Tamarijn Aruba
Aruba, ArubaAll travelers
Our take
Oceanfront all‐inclusive resort on Druif Beach with family activities and full amenities.
- 9 dining venues listed
- ~10 min from AUA
Resort facts & overview
- Location
- Aruba, Aruba
- Audience
- All travelers
- Brand
- Independent
- Dining listed
- 9 venues
- Airport
- AUA
- Transfer
- ~10 min
Why travelers love it
“Oceanfront all‐inclusive resort on Druif Beach with family activities and full amenities.”
Guests consistently praise the beachfront location with oceanfront rooms, family‐friendly amenities like the Sea Turtles Club and rock climbing wall, and the variety of activities across both Tamarijn and Divi properties.
Food & drink
MixedEight restaurants shared with the Divi sister property give you variety, and standouts like Ginger, Red Parrot, and Paparazzi earn repeat praise. Buffet quality has slipped, and the two-day reservation window means you'll often scramble for dinner slots.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Ginger, Red Parrot, and Paparazzi are standouts
- Access to both resorts means 8 restaurants
- Baristas remember your morning coffee order
- Anniversary and special-occasion touches at dinner
Heads up
- Buffet quality has dropped noticeably
- Dinner reservations open only two days out
- Tamarijn buffet closes at dinner, forcing a shuttle to Divi
- Coffee machines replaced traditional pots at breakfast
Dining overview
Five à la carte and buffet venues at Tamarijn plus full access to dining at 10 venues across both Tamarijn and Divi; mix of international, seafood, Italian, pan‑Asian and casual grill options.
9 documented dining venues
Paparazzi Restaurant
Bar, & Lounge
Cunucu Terrace
Ginger
Asian Flavors
Counts and access can vary by source and room tier.
Food & drink photos
Food & drink photos
Photo: Tripadvisor
Beach
StandoutDruif Beach is the headliner: soft white sand, calm clear water, and rooms so close you can walk out your patio door to a chair. Note that some buildings front rocky entries, and there's no beach service, so you fetch your own drinks.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Soft white sand and calm, clear water
- Rooms just steps from the beach
- Quiet stretch away from the high-rise crowd
- Divi side offers seaweed-free swimming
Heads up
- Rocky entry in front of certain buildings
- No beach waitstaff, walk to the bar yourself
- Self-service chairs and towels
Wide white‐sand Druif Beach with calm turquoise waters, palapa‐shaded lounge chairs; oceanfront rooms step directly onto the sand.
Pools
StrongPools are clean and well-kept, with an evening show adding a bit of atmosphere. Don't expect swim-up bars or roaming drink service, and daytime music is minimal.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Clean, well-maintained pools
- Evening pool-area show
- Multiple pools across the two properties
- Easy access from most rooms
Heads up
- No poolside drink service
- No daytime music at the pool
Guests have access to five freshwater pools across the Tamarijn Aruba and Divi Aruba properties. This includes exclusive use of two pools at the adjacent Divi Dutch Village. Poolside bar service is available at the main pools.
Rooms & suites
All oceanfront rooms in two‑story low‑rise buildings with furnished patios or balconies; standard amenities include smart TV, mini‑fridge, coffee maker, safe, modern bath with walk‑in shower.
Room categories
- Premium Oceanfront
- Deluxe Oceanfront
Room details here are AI-assisted, compiled from the resort's own website and public sources. Categories and names change often — confirm the exact room when you book.
What’s included
StrongFor an oceanfront room ten feet from the sand on Aruba, the price lands fairly, especially for repeat guests who prize location over polish. Recent service and food slips have some longtime fans questioning whether it's still worth the return.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Every room is oceanfront
- Two resorts' worth of restaurants and activities
- Strong repeat-guest loyalty
- Fair price for Aruba beachfront
Heads up
- Food and service quality has declined for returning guests
- Spa and some extras cost more on top
- Rooms feel dated for the rate
Package inclusions and upgrade access have not been collected yet. Confirm them for your room and dates when booking.
Amenities & activities
Couples
Good fitAnniversary and honeymoon travelers rave about oceanfront rooms just steps from the sand and a relaxed, unpretentious vibe. Honeymoon package delivery has been inconsistent, so confirm inclusions in writing before you arrive.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Ground-floor rooms open steps from the beach
- Sunset ocean views from every room
- Sweet anniversary gestures from staff
- Peaceful, unhurried atmosphere
Heads up
- Honeymoon package extras sometimes missing
- No swim-up suites or true luxury romance touches
- Not the polished feel of Secrets-tier resorts
Families
StretchThe family-friendly welcome and self-serve beach setup work for kids who love the ocean, and the sister-property access adds dining flexibility. The kids' zone is dated, connecting-room requests get mishandled, and there's little structured daytime programming.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Family-welcoming atmosphere throughout
- Easy oceanfront access for kids
- Sister-resort access expands dining choices
- Tram makes getting around simple with little ones
Heads up
- Kids' zone needs upgrading
- Connecting-room and crib requests botched at check-in
- Limited daytime activities beyond pool and beach
Peace & Quiet
StandoutDruif Beach sits away from the high-rise strip, delivering the calm, low-key Aruba you came for. Evening pool shows and light entertainment exist but never overwhelm the peaceful mood.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Quiet Druif Beach location
- Low-rise, unpretentious atmosphere
- Peaceful even at peak season
- Little between-room noise reported
Heads up
- Some guests wish for more evening entertainment
Full‑service spa available; fitness center with cardio and strength equipment; fitness classes; tennis courts, rock climbing wall, kids club, non‑motorized water sports, shuttle to Divi, nightly entertainment, concierge, car rental desk.
Water sports included
- snorkeling
- kayaking
- sailing
- windsurfing
- floats
What guests say
High confidence101 reviews · through Oct 2026
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Consistently praised
Recurring complaints
Best suited for
What past guests say
★★★★★
★★★★★
“You cant beat this is you are looking for a place RIGHT on the water. Recommend rooms in building 19 or higher ground floor for direct beach access 15 feet from your patio”
★★★★★
“Excellent”
★★★★★
★☆☆☆☆
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Know before you book
- kids club only open on weekdays
- pools can feel crowded during peak times
- Rocky entry in front of certain buildings
- No beach waitstaff, walk to the bar yourself
What you should know
What to Know
This is a simple, low-rise beach resort, not a posh high-rise, and it earns its fans by keeping things easy and beach-forward. Book dinners the moment your two-day window opens, confirm room configurations before arrival, and expect to fetch your own drinks.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Free tram shuttles between Tamarijn and Divi
- Access to 8 restaurants across both properties
- Airport is a short drive away
- Ground-floor rooms open right onto the beach
Heads up
- Dinner reservations only open two days ahead
- Small nightly donation fee added, removable at checkout
- Concierge-booked reservations sometimes not honored
- Front desk understaffed at peak arrival times
Kids club open only on weekdays; make reservations for à la carte restaurants; shuttle between Tamarijn and Divi runs often or walking along beach is possible.
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Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
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- Review excerpts
- 20
- Dining venues
- 9
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- Last updated
- July 14, 2026
- Sources
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- Completeness
- 83%
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