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Galley Bay Resort & SpavsHoliday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
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Scores at a Glance
Galley Bay Resort & SpaHoliday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Overall
9.0
7.6
Beach
9.2
9.0
Food
9.0
6.9
Service
9.0
7.2
Rooms
8.8
6.9
Value
·
8.0
Romance
9.4
7.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Galley Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 (better) | Overall Score | 7.6 |
| 5-star (better) | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.7 (474) (better) | Google Rating | 4.1 (4,526) |
| From $385 | Price / Night (pp) | From $147 (better) |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 25 min | Airport Transfer | 20 min (better) |
All Scores
| Galley Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 9.2 (better) | Beach | 9.0 |
| 9.0 (better) | Food | 6.9 |
| 9.0 (better) | Service | 7.2 |
| 8.8 (better) | Rooms | 6.9 |
| 8.0 (better) | Pools | 7.8 |
| – | Value | 8.0 |
| – | Family | 8.0 |
| 9.4 (better) | Romance | 7.5 |
| – | Nightlife | 8.4 |
| 9.3 (better) | Quiet | 6.4 |
| 8.4 | Wellness | – |
| 7.0 | Remote work | 8.0 (better) |
Vibes
| Galley Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Galley Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Galley Bay Resort & Spa
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- Full-service spa
- 25 min from ANU
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from AUA
Pros · Galley Bay Resort & Spa
- Adults-only boutique all-inclusive.
- Three-quarter-mile beach and many rooms directly on the sand.
- Strong food and service reputation.
- Included Hobie Cats, kayaks, paddleboards and snorkeling equipment.
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 · Galley Bay Resort & Spa
- Premium dining can carry a supplement.
- Beach conditions can be rough at times.
- One main pool, so pool lovers may want a larger resort.
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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