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.
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.
Tierra del Sol Golf Course
Play a round of golf in Noord at Tierra del Sol Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as snorkelling. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
Things to do
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Secret Beach and Cave Pool
Aruba Off-Road ATV Tour with Cave Pool Swim
Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Aruba UTV Tour with Natural Cave Pool and Cliff Jumping
Sunset Sail by Catamaran with Appetizers & Open Bar
Top hotels in Bakval
Arubas Bakval Suites
Everything was just great they had everything literally from tawels to chairs to ice box just amazing
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Modern Hotel Aruba
Clean room and quick responses to our messages.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Bocobay Aracari Condo Hotel
Clean apartment, good staff and amenities.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Tuscany Residence Aruba
The townhome was clean and tidy, Lili greeted us in a friendly and professional manner. Felt safe and staff around us was friendly.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Bocobay Porta al Sole Condos
Only 20 condos cozy popl, beautiful crib
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
This was a very nice place. The place is incredibly clean and well run. The staff is friendly and the food is amazing. We loved staying at the RIU Palace Antilles and would highly recommend staying here. We will be back!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bakval
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.
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 Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency 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.
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.
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.
