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Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGvsManchebo Beach Resort & Spa
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Scores at a Glance
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGManchebo Beach Resort & Spa
Overall
7.6
8.4
Beach
9.0
9.2
Food
6.9
8.6
Service
7.2
8.5
Rooms
6.9
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Value
8.0
7.8
Romance
7.5
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 7.6 | Overall Score | 8.4 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.1 (4,526) | Google Rating | 4.6 (1,118) (better) |
| From $147 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 20 min | Airport Transfer | 10 min (better) |
All Scores
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | Beach | 9.2 (better) |
| 6.9 | Food | 8.6 (better) |
| 7.2 | Service | 8.5 (better) |
| 6.9 | Rooms | – |
| 7.8 | Pools | – |
| 8.0 (better) | Value | 7.8 |
| 8.0 | Family | – |
| 7.5 | Romance | – |
| 8.4 | Nightlife | – |
| 6.4 | Quiet | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.0 (better) | Remote work | 7.2 |
Vibes
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | – |
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from AUA
Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa
- 1 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 10 min from AUA
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.
Pros · Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa
- Excellent Eagle Beach location with a quieter low-rise atmosphere.
- Small room count and four named restaurants make the property easy to navigate.
- Premium all-inclusive option is unusually food-focused for Aruba.
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.
Cons · Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa
- All-inclusive is optional and may not be the best value for light eaters.
- Limited pool scene compared with larger Aruba resorts.
- Not designed for nightlife seekers.
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