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Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGvsParadisus Gran Canaria
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Scores at a Glance
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGParadisus Gran Canaria
Overall
7.6
8.8
Beach
9.0
8.5
Food
6.9
8.8
Service
7.2
8.7
Rooms
6.9
8.8
Luxury
·
8.8
Value
8.0
·
Romance
7.5
·
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Paradisus Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| 7.6 | Overall Score | 8.8 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 5-star (better) |
| 4.1 (4,526) | Google Rating | 4.7 (1,783) (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 | Airport Transfer | – |
All Scores
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Paradisus Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 (better) | Beach | 8.5 |
| 6.9 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| 7.2 | Service | 8.7 (better) |
| 6.9 | Rooms | 8.8 (better) |
| 7.8 | Pools | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 8.8 |
| 8.0 | Value | – |
| 8.0 | Family | 8.6 (better) |
| 7.5 | Romance | – |
| 8.4 | Nightlife | – |
| 6.4 | Quiet | – |
| – | Wellness | 8.4 |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
Vibes
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Paradisus Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | – |
Activities
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Paradisus Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from AUA
Paradisus Gran Canaria
- 3 pools
- 8 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
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 · Paradisus Gran Canaria
- Beachfront all-inclusive in Spain.
- Strong food quality and restaurant range.
- Fresh renovated room product.
- Good fit for families and couples.
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 · Paradisus Gran Canaria
- Restaurant reservations can be frustrating.
- The Reserve benefits matter, so standard rooms may feel less premium.
- Atlantic surf can make swimming variable.
- Not an adults-only resort unless booking The Reserve experience.
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