Opal 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
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
2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba
Top hotels in Opal
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
We were only there two nights, but it was a great stay. This was by far the best Marriott property as far as recommending my loyalty status -Everybody in the whole place. Loved the pool, but coulda used more loungers in the sun. Food and drinks were excellent, as was the service at all (especially ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
The location was great, for dining and shopping options, at the north end of Palm Beach. The hotel itself shows its age, but the price of the stay reflects that. I would definitely recommend it for someone looking for a budget option, to visit this amazing island.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Aruba Beach Resort
Breakfast was good, room service sucked!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
Nice staff, clean rooms, beautiful beach
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
We just returned from spending our spring break with 4 teens at the Tamaijn. Overall we enjoyed our time. The dinners were good but the buffet for breakfast and lunch was just ok. The main areas weren’t exceptionally clean, some staff were lovely while others were slow or just plain rude. The rooms ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
Overall it was a great hotel, very clean and friendly stuff. However, food was tasteless and they were charging extra for their sunbeds and their papalas in their own beach which was a turn off.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Opal
Bakval
Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
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.
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.
