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Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGvsWaves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGWaves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
7.6
8.4
Beach
9.0
8.6
Food
6.9
8.1
Service
7.2
8.3
Rooms
6.9
8.0
Value
8.0
8.2
Romance
7.5
8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 7.6 | Overall Score | 8.4 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.1 (4,526) | Google Rating | 4.4 (530) (better) |
| From $147 (better) | Price / Night (pp) | From $234 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 20 min (better) | Airport Transfer | 30 min |
All Scores
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 (better) | Beach | 8.6 |
| 6.9 | Food | 8.1 (better) |
| 7.2 | Service | 8.3 (better) |
| 6.9 | Rooms | 8.0 (better) |
| 7.8 (better) | Pools | 7.6 |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.2 (better) |
| 8.0 (better) | Family | 7.6 |
| 7.5 | Romance | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.4 | Nightlife | – |
| 6.4 | Quiet | 8.6 (better) |
| – | Wellness | 9.0 |
| 8.0 (better) | Remote work | 7.2 |
Vibes
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from BGI
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 · Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- Excellent wellness focus.
- Calm west-coast beachfront setting.
- Small, relaxed resort feel.
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 · Waves Resort & Spa, Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
- Limited dining variety.
- Some room locations are less desirable.
- Not a nightlife or family-activity-heavy resort.
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