Bakval Travel Guide
Noord
Popular places to visit
Eagle Beach
Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees.
Palm Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Arashi Beach
Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.
Malmok Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Malmok Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
Boca Catalina Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Beach with cliff jumping
2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba
Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach
Top hotels in Bakval
Bocobay Aracari Condo Hotel
Very clean room. Fully stocked kitchen. Washer/dry in condo. Beach chairs, scuba masks, coolers in condo for use. Excellent price point. Gym on top floor with treadmills, exercise bikes and weights. Sitting areas on roof with great 360views. Recommend renting a car but taxis, electric razors/standup ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Arubas Bakval Suites
Property and room were extremely clean, well maintained and had everything you need to enjoy your stay. Close to beaches, shops and restaurants. And any questions we had were answered quickly. Would definitely stay here again and have already recommended it to friends.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Modern Hotel Aruba
I have stayed at Modern several times and it's such a great stay. The staff is accommodating and the property is quiet and close to everything. Few mins walk to the beach and Marriott high rise and Ritz. Beautiful outdoor oasis.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Tuscany Residence Aruba
Everything was great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Clean room, attentive friendly staff. Loved the private island. Get there early for a good lounge chair
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
The hotel was right on the beach with access to two pools. Breastfed buffet offered a variety of different food and was 2 min walk to a cafe on property. Directly across the street was evening entertainment from restaurants with live music and many vendors. I found it to be very walkable to mini ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bakval
Saliña Cerca
While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
Opal
Though Opal may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach and Stellaris Casino.
Kamay
While there might not be top attractions in Kamay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino.
Boroncana
While Boroncana isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kurimiauw
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kurimiauw and surrounding area, you can visit Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach Plaza.
Esmeralda
When in Esmeralda, you can plan a visit to Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
