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Barceló Aruba - All InclusivevsHoliday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
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Scores at a Glance
Barceló Aruba - All InclusiveHoliday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Overall
7.9
7.6
Beach
9.1
9.0
Food
7.2
6.9
Service
8.1
7.2
Rooms
6.9
6.9
Value
7.4
8.0
Romance
8.2
7.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 7.9 (better) | Overall Score | 7.6 |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.5 (7,736) (better) | Google Rating | 4.1 (4,526) |
| From $290 | Price / Night (pp) | From $147 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 20 min | Airport Transfer | 20 min |
All Scores
| Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 9.1 (better) | Beach | 9.0 |
| 7.2 (better) | Food | 6.9 |
| 8.1 (better) | Service | 7.2 |
| 6.9 | Rooms | 6.9 |
| 7.9 (better) | Pools | 7.8 |
| 7.4 | Value | 8.0 (better) |
| 8.1 (better) | Family | 8.0 |
| 8.2 (better) | Romance | 7.5 |
| 8.0 | Nightlife | 8.4 (better) |
| – | Quiet | 6.4 |
| – | Remote work | 8.0 |
Vibes
| Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Barceló Aruba - All Inclusive | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 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 · Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- Excellent Palm Beach location.
- Optional all-inclusive package gives flexibility.
- Good value versus neighboring high-rise resorts.
- Kids Club and Kids Eat Free benefits.
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 · Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- Rooms are frequently described as dated.
- Food is often described as adequate rather than special.
- In-room dining is excluded from the all-inclusive package.
- Beach shade and palapa logistics can be frustrating.
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