Esmeralda Travel Guide
Noord
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do
De Palm Island Adventure Awaits
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Beach with cliff jumping
National Park Arikok Jeep Safari Adventures
Top hotels in Esmeralda
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Vacationed with 8 couples, we we're catered to perfection, by the staff. Great pool. Easy access to the airport and entertainment.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
Excellent Vacation!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
People were awesome! Mercat wasn’t worth the hour wait. Watch the shops no refund.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort
Excellent room, staff, pool
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Aruba Beach Resort
WE have a great time in Aruba. Hotel is very good. Good and clean room. Friendly staff. Good breakfast, but no real juices and poor selection of fresh fruits.BUT...if you are a pool person this hotel is for you. BUT...If you want to enjoy the beautiful beaches of Aruba go to somewhere else. This ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
It was ok
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Esmeralda
Malmok
Malmok is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach.
Westpunt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westpunt and surrounding area, you can visit Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach.
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.
Bakval
Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Saliña Cerca
While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
