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
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
Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach
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
Beautiful hotel with friendly staff. Perfect location!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Aruba Beach Resort
Hotel was clean, staff were friendly and helpful. We would definitely visit again.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
The scenery was overwhelmingly beautiful. The rooms were cleaned and refreshed everyday with new beach towels and bath towels. There are complimentary water bottles in each room. There are dehumidifiers in the rooms which gives a perfect balance of air within the room. The pools were clean. The beach ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
We love the Tam and have been here many times. This time was a different vibe. We were unable to get reservations at all our favorite restaurants. Their system now is terrible. They closed the Tams buffet dinner option so many nights we stood in a line for the golf cart to the Divi. The food at the ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
The Hyatt wins on atmosphere, the grounds, pool, and beach are stunning and clearly a step above the Marriott Stellaris where I stayed the week before. The outdoor experience alone feels worth it, and the common areas carry that same upscale energy throughout. But the rooms don’t match. The bathroom ...
Reviewed on 9 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, Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
