Scores at a Glance
JOIA Aruba by IberostarSecrets Baby Beach Aruba
Overall
8.6
8.5
Beach
8.9
8.1
Food
8.4
8.6
Service
8.3
8.4
Rooms
8.9
8.9
Luxury
·
8.7
Value
7.7
7.5
Romance
·
8.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| JOIA Aruba by Iberostar | Measure | Secrets Baby Beach Aruba |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.6 | Overall Score | 8.5 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.8 (2,056) | Google Rating | 4.3 (374) |
| From $315 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| – | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)15 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min |
All Scores
| JOIA Aruba by Iberostar | Measure | Secrets Baby Beach Aruba |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.9 | Beach | 8.1 |
| 8.4 | Food | 8.6 (better) |
| 8.3 | Service | 8.4 (better) |
| 8.9 | Rooms | 8.9 |
| (better)8.8 | Pools | 8.7 |
| – | Luxury | 8.7 |
| (better)7.7 | Value | 7.5 |
| – | Romance | 8.8 |
| – | Quiet | 8.6 |
| – | Wellness | 8.6 |
| – | Remote work | 8.0 |
Of the 8 measures we call, JOIA Aruba by Iberostar leads on 6 and Secrets Baby Beach Aruba leads on 2.
Vibes
| JOIA Aruba by Iberostar | Measure | Secrets Baby Beach Aruba |
|---|---|---|
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| JOIA Aruba by Iberostar | Measure | Secrets Baby Beach Aruba |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Golf | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | – |
JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
- 3 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from AUA
Secrets Baby Beach Aruba
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from AUA
Pros · JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
- 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.
Pros · Secrets Baby Beach Aruba
- New adults-only all-inclusive product in Aruba with 304 suites and modern facilities.
- Strong pool setup and calm Baby Beach area.
- No-reservation dining and 24-hour room service are meaningful inclusions.
Cons · JOIA Aruba by Iberostar
- 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.
Cons · Secrets Baby Beach Aruba
- Still shows early-opening friction in guest feedback.
- Remote south-island location is quieter but less convenient for Palm Beach nightlife.
- Some guests are surprised by the resort’s relationship to the actual Baby Beach shoreline.
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