Scores at a Glance
Tamarijn Aruba All InclusiveZanzibar Bay Resort & Spa
Overall
8.2
8.0
Beach
8.9
7.6
Food
8.0
7.6
Service
8.1
8.1
Rooms
7.8
7.9
Luxury
6.9
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Value
8.0
8.1
Romance
7.8
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Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.2
Overall Score
8.0
4-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.5 (2,782)
Google Rating
4.3 (726)
From $278
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
10 min
Airport Transfer
40 min
All Scores
8.9
Beach
7.6
8.0
Food
7.6
8.1
Service
8.1
7.8
Rooms
7.9
8.1
Pools
8.7
6.9
Luxury
—
8.0
Value
8.1
8.1
Family
8.0
7.8
Romance
—
6.8
Nightlife
7.6
7.3
Quiet
8.0
7.8
Adventure
—
7.2
Wellness
7.7
6.3
Remote work
4.8
6.8
Accessibility
—
Vibes
Yes
Lively
Yes
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Quiet
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
- 5 pools
- 12 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 15 min from AUA
Zanzibar Bay Resort & Spa
- 2 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 40 min from ZNZ
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.
Pros — Zanzibar Bay Resort & Spa
- Official all-inclusive package evidence
- Two large pools
- Jetty bar and swimming platform
- Family facilities and kids club
Cons — Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
- Rooms are more functional than luxurious.
- Beach quality can vary along the property.
- Dining reservations can require advance planning.
Cons — Zanzibar Bay Resort & Spa
- Wi-Fi complaints
- Large tidal range affects beach swimming
- All-inclusive food/drink scope can feel limited
- Board basis needs rate-level confirmation