Esmeralda Travel Guide
Noord
Visit Esmeralda
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.
Alto Vista Chapel
Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.
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 Esmeralda
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
All of it
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
The entire staff was so nice and very helpful! The food was amazing! We entire resort (adult side) as well as the family side were wonderful! The ferry over to Flamingo Island and the Island itself was also wonderful. The room was very clean, well stocked and just like the pictures. We highly recommend ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
Loved the coffee shop with fresh bakery items. Would like to see more entertainment.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
The resort is a bit dated and the beach in front has eroded unfortunately. The rooms were fine, you're going to be outside anyways! The food and bar were not great. Made us realize we are better off not doing all inclusive. The staff were friendly. Layout a bit confusing and check in should explain ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Clean rooms, great location, cabanas.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
The room was very clean, the staff were all very friendly, the resort had everything I needed and more, it was walking distance to shopping and the many restaurants in the area. Was a great trip and would definitely stay at the resort again!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 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 Boca Catalina 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 Boca Catalina 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, Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
