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Barceló Aruba - All InclusivevsDivi Aruba All Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Barceló Aruba - All InclusiveDivi Aruba All Inclusive Resort
Overall
7.9
8.8
Beach
9.1
9.2
Food
7.2
8.6
Service
8.1
8.7
Rooms
6.9
8.5
Luxury
·
7.9
Value
7.4
8.4
Romance
8.2
8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive | Measure | Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 7.9 | Overall Score | 8.8 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.5 (7,736) (better) | Google Rating | 4.4 (2,832) |
| From $290 (better) | Price / Night (pp) | From $304 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 20 min | Airport Transfer | 10 min (better) |
All Scores
| Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive | Measure | Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 9.1 | Beach | 9.2 (better) |
| 7.2 | Food | 8.6 (better) |
| 8.1 | Service | 8.7 (better) |
| 6.9 | Rooms | 8.5 (better) |
| 7.9 | Pools | 8.6 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 7.9 |
| 7.4 | Value | 8.4 (better) |
| 8.1 | Family | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.2 | Romance | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.0 (better) | Nightlife | 7.5 |
| – | Quiet | 7.8 |
| – | Adventure | 8.2 |
| – | Wellness | 8.0 |
| – | Remote work | 8.0 |
| – | Accessibility | 6.7 |
Vibes
| Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive | Measure | Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive | Measure | Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive
- 1 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from AUA
Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort
- 5 pools
- 12 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 15 min from AUA
Pros · Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive
- Excellent Palm Beach beachfront location.
- Highly swimmable beach with classic Aruba calm water and white sand.
- Walkable to restaurants, shopping, casinos and nightlife in the Palm Beach area.
- Good fit for couples, families and first-time Aruba visitors who want all-inclusive simplicity.
- Royal Level gives guests a stronger upgraded path than the base resort experience.
Pros · Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort
- Excellent Aruba beach setting.
- Strong official all-inclusive inclusion list.
- Access to restaurants, bars and pools across both Divi and Tamarijn.
Cons · Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive
- Rooms and some facilities are repeatedly described as dated or in need of upgrades.
- Food and drink quality are inconsistent across guest sources.
- Restaurant reservations can be frustrating.
- Pool-chair competition and pool crowding can be an issue.
- Not a true luxury five-star experience despite some marketing language.
Cons · Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort
- Some buildings rely on stairs.
- À la carte dinner reservations are required for several venues.
- Spa, casino, golf and water excursions cost extra.
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