Resort Credit Includes:
Renova Spa - $260 in coupons
Weddings by Riu - $100 in coupons
Orchid Casino - $50 in coupons
Half Moon Store - $150 in coupons
Aruba Photos - $30 in coupons
Additional Information: Details on credits will be given at hotel at time of check in. Credits are per room, per stay. Must be 21 years or older. Resort Credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable and cannot be used for future stays. Resort credits can be used as discounts on specified select services only. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. This promotion is subject to availability. Some restrictions apply. *Inclusions subject to changes without prior notice.
Resort Credit Includes:
Renova Spa - $260 in coupons
Weddings by Riu - $200 in coupons
Orchid Casino - $50 in coupons
Half Moon Store - $150 in coupons
Aruba Photos - $30 in coupons
Additional Information: Details on credits will be given at hotel at time of check in. Credits are per room, per stay. Must be 21 years or older. Resort Credits are non-transferable, non-cumulative, non-refundable, non-combinable and cannot be used for future stays. Resort credits can be used as discounts on specified select services only. Credits cannot be exchanged for cash. This promotion is subject to availability. Some restrictions apply. *Inclusions subject to changes without prior notice.
Resort Details
- Don NicolasBuffet-style, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Krystal
Fusion restaurant - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- MilanoItalian cuisine (buffet starters and dessert) - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- NautilusGrill Steakhouse - A la carte. Open for late continental breakfast & lunch and dinner.
- SayuriJapanese cuisine - A la carte. Open for dinner only.
- Various Lounges/Bars- Bon Bini
- Barry's
- Sports Bar
- Casino Bar (not included in All-Inclusive program)
- Palm Beach
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Accessible facilities
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Babysitting,Offsite†
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities†
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour room service
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- All-inclusive meal plan
- Babysitting, Offsite†
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities†
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna
- Spa†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Internet Access
† Fees may apply
- Children's programDaytime entertainment programme for children ages 4 to 12 (daily).
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-siteWorkout and aquagym.
- Gambling †Free entry to the Cool Casino (Drinks not included).
- GeneralDaytime entertainment programme for adults (daily). Shows, Riu evening programme or live music (daily).
- Hot tubThere is 1 indoor hot tub and 2 outdoor hot tubs.
- Kayaking
- Motorized Water Sports †Available through Scuba Caribe.
- Non-Motorized Water SportsAvailable through Scuba Caribe.
- PoolThere are 2 pools on-site. Each pool with an integrated Jacuzzi This Property has swim-up bars.
- Sauna
- Scuba diving †One introductory scuba diving lesson in pool.
- Snorkeling
- Spa'Renova Spa' with a variety of treatments, hairdresser, beauty salon and massages (additional charge).
- SurfingStand up paddle surfing (SUP).
- Golf †Golf course located within 5 miles of the property.
† Fees may apply
Customer ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
9271 reviews
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Apr 15, 2025stay
food selection in buffet was was not good. the quality of the food was good but not to our liking. to many snack items
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Apr 14, 2025Wonderful vacation spot
The resort was lovely. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The food and drinks were awesome. I would go there again, in a heartbeat!
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Apr 14, 2025
A Great Vacation Experience....Once Again
This was our second stay at RIU Palace Aruba....there for our wedding anniversary. Once again, the RIU Palace did not disappoint. Facility is clean and well maintained. ALL of the staff....cleaning staff....maintenance staff...reception, waiters....SO FRIENDLY....they all greet you make sure your needs are being met. The room was perfect....the food amazing...the pools and beach and entertainment do not disappoint. This is a tremendous value...and we will visit again
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Apr 14, 2025
Splendid Vacation
Our stay in Aruba was great. The resort is next to some shops and small eateries. April is a windy month for them so keeping a hat on your head was hard but the weather was very pleasant. We highly recommend the steak house. Staff isn't as friendly as they are at every other RIU we have been at but still good overall. We enjoyed relaxing by the pool most of our days. Great for a small getaway.
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Apr 13, 2025
Great Day at this All-Inclusive
Visited as an excursion (Resort for a Day). Had to arrange transportation directly. Very extensive process to check-in. ALL guests had to present ID for collection until we left. Wrist bands applied. Very large pool with plenty of loungers. Swim up bar. Outdoor cooking. Lots of contests and LOUD music. The buffet was spectacular. Foods were fresh. Steak was cooked to order, and beer flowed nonstop. A short walk from the ocean and stores nearby (hint, buy supplies from stores outside to save 50-80% off what the resort charges. Same cabbie we took from the pier was waiting when it was time to leave. Coincidence? I think not! LOL
- AdvisoryStudent Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
- AdvisoryThe hotel will start renovations: Phase 1 (April 21–August 21, 2025) affects Block B and the Nautilus poolside restaurant. A BBQ station will replace poolside snacks, and the steakhouse menu moves to another restaurant. Phase 2 (August 21–December 21, 2025) involves Block A. Work occurs weekdays (8 AM–4 PM), with no weekend disruptions. There will be limited room availability and temporary facility changes during these phases.
- Check in: 3:00 PM
- Check out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- General policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy : Groups traveling together can book this property for their stay taking advantage of group benefits such as 6th, 11th or 16th complimentary guest, Group dinner reservation, One complimentary cocktail hour with a selection of appetizers, One complimentary massage for the group leader, Complimentary room upgrades to the next category, Fruit plate and bottle of wine for the VIP, Private check-in when arriving together, Welcome sign. Applicable with Wedding Collections and Social Packages. Consult terms & conditions.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Hotel Spring Break Policies - Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Pet policy : Pets Not Allowed
- Early departure policy
- Early departure penalty:1 nightApplies: Sunday - Saturday 01May25 - 23Dec26
- Early departure penalty:2 nightsApplies: Sunday - Saturday 24Dec25 - 30Apr26