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Hotel Riu Palace AntillasvsJOIA Aruba by Iberostar

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas
Five-Star·★ 4.3·Adults Only
JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
Five-Star·★ 4.8

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace AntillasJOIA Aruba by Iberostar
Overall
8.0
8.6
Beach
8.7
8.9
Food
7.7
8.4
Service
8.0
8.3
Rooms
7.6
8.9
Value
7.6
7.7
Romance
8.1
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Hotel Riu Palace AntillasMeasureJOIA Aruba by Iberostar
8.0Overall Score8.6 (better)
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.3 (4,851)Google Rating4.8 (2,194) (better)
(better)From $336Price / Night (pp)From $642
YesAdults OnlyNo
Not applicableKids' ClubUnverified
OceanfrontBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
20 minAirport Transfer15 min (better)

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas

Kids' club & childcare
Not applicable: adults only
Room service
Included. 24-hour room service with vegetarian options. Elite Club guests have an exclusive menu.
Dining reservations
Reservations required: Elite Club Restaurant (Elite Club guests only). Other reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
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JOIA Aruba by Iberostar

Kids' club & childcare
Unverified
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Reservations required: GAIA House of Grill, Bucatini Italian Restaurant, Marea Restaurant. Confirmed walk-in: Zima Rooftop Bar, Aqua Bar.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 4 people in one accommodation. Suite Double Queen; Pool View Suite Double Queen; Side Ocean View Suite Double Queen; 1 more categories at this capacity. Adult limit unverified.
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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas

Highlights

  • Adults-only 24-hour all-inclusive
  • 3 pools; one exclusive to Elite Club
  • 6 restaurants and 8 bars
  • Public Palm Beach with reserved guest area
  • On-site Renova Spa and gym

Why choose it

  • Adults-only all-inclusive on Palm Beach.
  • Very walkable resort-zone location.
  • Strong beach and ocean access.
  • Multiple specialty restaurants and 24-hour all-inclusive format.
  • Good fit for travelers who want beach plus nightlife access.

Keep in mind

  • Chair availability can be stressful during peak periods.
  • Food and room quality feedback is mixed.
  • Elevator and maintenance complaints appear in guest sources.
  • Palm Beach is lively and public, not secluded.

JOIA Aruba by Iberostar

Highlights

  • 3 pools
  • 3 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Swim-up suites
  • 15 min from AUA

Why choose it

  • New 5-star resort steps from Eagle Beach.
  • Modern spacious rooms and pool areas.
  • Optional all-inclusive package gives flexibility.
  • Official site lists free Wi-Fi and free private transfers for eligible online bookings.

Keep in mind

  • All-inclusive is optional and may not be the best value for travelers who dine around Aruba.
  • Not directly beachfront despite being very close to Eagle Beach.
  • Recent guests mention housekeeping inconsistency.
  • Sales-pitch reports are a meaningful caution.

All Scores

Hotel Riu Palace AntillasMeasureJOIA Aruba by Iberostar
8.7Beach8.9 (better)
7.7Food8.4 (better)
8.0Service8.3 (better)
7.6Rooms8.9 (better)
8.2Pools8.8 (better)
7.6Value7.7 (better)
8.1Romance–
8.2Nightlife–
7.3Remote work–

Of the 10 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Antillas leads on 1 and JOIA Aruba by Iberostar leads on 9.

Vibes

Hotel Riu Palace AntillasMeasureJOIA Aruba by Iberostar
YesRomance–
YesLively–

Activities

Hotel Riu Palace AntillasMeasureJOIA Aruba by Iberostar
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlife–
–GolfYes
–KidsYes
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