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Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGvsMitsis Selection Laguna
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Scores at a Glance
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGMitsis Selection Laguna
Overall
7.6
9.0
Beach
9.0
7.7
Food
6.9
9.0
Service
7.2
9.2
Rooms
6.9
8.8
Value
8.0
8.6
Romance
7.5
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Mitsis Selection Laguna |
|---|---|---|
| 7.6 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 5-star (better) |
| 4.1 (4,526) | Google Rating | 4.8 (5,878) (better) |
| From $147 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 20 min (better) | Airport Transfer | 28 min |
All Scores
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Mitsis Selection Laguna |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 (better) | Beach | 7.7 |
| 6.9 | Food | 9.0 (better) |
| 7.2 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| 6.9 | Rooms | 8.8 (better) |
| 7.8 | Pools | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.6 (better) |
| 8.0 | Family | 9.0 (better) |
| 7.5 | Romance | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.4 | Nightlife | 8.4 |
| 6.4 | Quiet | 7.8 (better) |
| – | Adventure | 7.8 |
| – | Wellness | 8.4 |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
| – | Accessibility | 7.8 |
Vibes
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Mitsis Selection Laguna |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Mitsis Selection Laguna |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from AUA
Mitsis Selection Laguna
- 5 pools
- 6 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 28 min from HER
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 · Mitsis Selection Laguna
- True 24-hour ultra all-inclusive
- Excellent restaurant and bar depth
- Large heated pool landscape
- Strong family facilities
- Daily-refilled minibar
- High staff-service sentiment
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 · Mitsis Selection Laguna
- Beach is mixed sand/pebbles rather than a soft-sand standout
- À la carte restaurants need reservations
- Spa and most watersports are extra
- Room service usually carries a tray charge
- Main family areas can be active rather than quiet
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