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.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
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.
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
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Secret Beach and Cave Pool
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach
Aruba North Coast ATV Desert Adventure
Top hotels in Bakval
Bocobay Aracari Condo Hotel
The room was clean, everything worked as expected (no issues with hot water, air conditioning, etc.). Felt very safe in the residences and walking outside regardless of the time of day. The pool area was great and the gym upstairs - both were not super busy at any time of the day. I would definitely ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Modern Hotel Aruba
Loved it
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Yoyita Suites Aruba
Super Clean and very cozy, safe and quiet. 5 minute walk to the Marriott and beach. Would def stay here again and highly recommended. Thank you.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Bocobay Porta al Sole Condos
Great, clean and tons of space. Nice kitchen and washer/dryer is a huge plus. Close walk to the Palm Beach
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Tuscany Residence Aruba
Everything was great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Check in took almost two hours due to lack of staffing. This place needs a renovation. It’s extremely outdated. Rooms are very basic and have a mildew smell. My room had mold growing in the bathroom, hairs all over the floor, and what appears to be specks of blood on the wall. The beach water here ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 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.
Esmeralda
When in Esmeralda, you can plan a visit to Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Palm Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Palm Beach
A noteworthy feature of Palm Beach is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Casino at Hilton Aruba and Hyatt Regency Casino.
