Scores at a Glance
Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa AlamTamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
Overall
9.3
8.2
Beach
8.7
8.9
Food
9.2
8.0
Service
—
8.1
Rooms
9.3
7.8
Luxury
—
6.9
Value
8.7
8.0
Romance
9.4
7.8
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
9.3
Overall Score
8.2
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
5.0 (5,361)
Google Rating
4.5 (2,782)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
From $278
Yes
Adults Only
No
—
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
10 min
Airport Transfer
10 min
All Scores
8.7
Beach
8.9
9.2
Food
8.0
—
Service
8.1
9.3
Rooms
7.8
9.2
Pools
8.1
—
Luxury
6.9
8.7
Value
8.0
—
Family
8.1
9.4
Romance
7.8
—
Nightlife
6.8
—
Quiet
7.3
—
Adventure
7.8
—
Wellness
7.2
—
Remote work
6.3
—
Accessibility
6.8
Vibes
Yes
Romance
—
—
Lively
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
—
Nightlife
Yes
—
Kids
Yes
Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 5 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 10 min from RMF
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
- 5 pools
- 12 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 15 min from AUA
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
Pros — Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
- Outstanding room-to-beach proximity.
- Good fit for families and casual couples who prioritize beach time.
- Access to the larger Divi all-inclusive complex.
Cons — Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- Remote location
- Beach entry has reef/jetty caveats
- Premium services and transfers extra
Cons — Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
- Rooms are more functional than luxurious.
- Beach quality can vary along the property.
- Dining reservations can require advance planning.