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Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGvsSteigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
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Scores at a Glance
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGSteigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
Overall
7.6
9.3
Beach
9.0
8.7
Food
6.9
9.2
Service
7.2
·
Rooms
6.9
9.3
Value
8.0
8.7
Romance
7.5
9.4
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| 7.6 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 5-star (better) |
| 4.1 (4,526) | Google Rating | 5.0 (5,504) (better) |
| From $147 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| 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 | Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 (better) | Beach | 8.7 |
| 6.9 | Food | 9.2 (better) |
| 7.2 | Service | – |
| 6.9 | Rooms | 9.3 (better) |
| 7.8 | Pools | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.0 | Family | – |
| 7.5 | Romance | 9.4 (better) |
| 8.4 | Nightlife | – |
| 6.4 | Quiet | – |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
Vibes
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
Activities
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 5 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 10 min from RMF
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 · Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- True all-inclusive product
- Adults-friendly concept
- Very strong review profile
- Five-pool resort scale
- Good reef/snorkeling access
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 · Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- Remote location
- Beach entry has reef/jetty caveats
- Premium services and transfers extra
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