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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas

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8.0 / 10

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

Strongest on beach and pools & spa

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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas at a glance

Location
Noord
Guests
Adults only
The plan
All-inclusive
Setting
On the beachfront
Guest rating
4.3 / 5 on Google4,896 reviews
Pools
3 pools
Airport transfer
AUAAbout 20 minutes
Dining
6 restaurants
Drinks
8 bars

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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights

Jr. Suite ocean front view - Elite Club: $1,010
Jr. Suite with sea view: $725
Jr. Suite ocean front view - Elite Club: $1,015
Jr. Suite with sea view: $730
Jr. Suite ocean front view - Elite Club: $998
Jr. Suite with sea view: $713
Checked Nov 2, 2026 · Sample details

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Hotel Riu Palace Antillas

Things to know
before you go

  1. Hotel Riu Palace Antillas is an adults-only, 24-hour all-inclusive resort on Palm Beach.

  2. Its location is a major strength:Palm Beach is swimmable, scenic, and highly walkable to bars, restaurants, shops, and casinos.

  3. Guest feedback is mixed on food consistency, elevators, chair availability, and the age/feel of some areas.

  4. The beach is public, so competition for shade and loungers can be an issue during busy periods.

  5. The supplier confirms 482 rooms, six restaurants, eight bars and three outdoor pools.The 120 m² pool, Elite Club Restaurant and Elite Club Lounge are exclusive to qualifying Elite Club guests.

  6. Palm Beach is public, with a reserved hotel-guest area with sun loungers and parasols.

  7. Pacha is on site; entry and drinks are included six nights weekly.Casino entry is free; casino drinks cost extra. Palace Aruba exchange access excludes breakfast and dinner.

  8. The last partial refurbishment is listed as 2021; Palace Aruba’s 2026 refurbishment does not apply to Antillas.

  9. Four adapted Junior Suites (SJSM) have roll-in showers, shower seats and grab rails.At least one pool has ramp access, but no pool lift or wheelchair access to the sea is listed.

  10. All nine supplier room categories have unverified capacity.Confirm the exact category, bedding and occupancy when booking.

  11. Hidden tips

    Wake early if a prime beach or pool chair is important.

  12. Choose this resort for Palm Beach location and adults-only convenience rather than boutique quiet.

  13. Consider higher-floor sea-view rooms if views and reduced ground-level noise matter.

  14. Things guests wish they had known

    The beach is public and popular, so loungers and shade require planning.

  15. This is a lively Palm Beach adults-only resort, not a secluded quiet escape.

  16. Restaurant access and quality can vary by venue and season.

  17. Strengths from our research

    Adults-only all-inclusive on Palm Beach.

  18. Very walkable resort-zone location.

  19. Strong beach and ocean access.

  20. Multiple specialty restaurants and 24-hour all-inclusive format.

  21. Good fit for travelers who want beach plus nightlife access.

  22. Other considerations from our research

    Chair availability can be stressful during peak periods.

  23. Food and room quality feedback is mixed.

  24. Elevator and maintenance complaints appear in guest sources.

  25. Palm Beach is lively and public, not secluded.

What guests say

Most loved

  • Palm Beach location
  • Adults-only environment
  • Walkability to Palm Beach nightlife
  • Beach and ocean views
  • Friendly staff in restaurants and bars

Most complained about

  • Beach and pool chair availability
  • Food inconsistency
  • Elevator or maintenance issues
  • Noise from music or entertainment
  • Older or dated areas

From Reddit

Reddit feedback is mixed but generally supports strong Palm Beach location, good dinners, and friendly staff, while repeatedly warning about early chair claiming, beach bar-service limitations, and variable restaurant quality.

What’s included

Included

  • Premium & à la carte diningIncluded

    buffet plus themed a la carte restaurants covered by 24h all-inclusive. Elite Club Restaurant and Elite Club Lounge are exclusive to qualifying Elite Club guests. Romantic dinners require reservations and cost extra; specialty wine costs extra.

  • Top-shelf liquorIncluded

    national and select international brands 24h; in-room liquor dispenser

  • Room serviceIncluded

    24-hour room service with vegetarian options. Elite Club guests have an exclusive menu.

  • Wi-FiIncluded
  • In-room minibarIncluded

    minibar and liquor dispenser regularly restocked

  • Non-motorized water sportsIncluded

    Stand-up paddle surfing, snorkel gear and kayaking are listed without charge.

Not included

  • Spa treatmentsCosts extra

    Renova Spa treatments, massages and beauty services cost extra. Gym (24 hours), steam bath and relaxation pool are listed without charge.

  • Airport transfersCosts extra

    Airport transfers are not part of the all-inclusive rate, so guests book their own taxi or shuttle for the roughly 15 minute drive from AUA, although RIU Class loyalty members can receive a free transfer at select destinations.

Policies & availability

  • Kids' clubNot available

    adults-only resort (18+)

Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this

More resort facts
Rooms and suites
482
Pools
3

Palmprint

Our resort score · out of 10

8.0 / 10How we score
Value
7.6 out of 10
Service
8.0 out of 10
Beach
8.7 out of 10
Dining
7.7 out of 10
Rooms
7.6 out of 10
Pools & Spa
8.2 out of 10

Confidence is high across the board except value, service, dining, rooms, pools & spa, nightlife, romance and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.

Score breakdown, research & sources
The Palmprint file

How we scored Hotel Riu Palace Antillas

9 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jun 28, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.

dining · reddit · expedia · official · tripadvisor · hotel_online · travelweekly · apple_vacations · classic_vacations · unofficial_riu_info

The six that set the score

Value7.6
Service8.0
Beach8.7
Dining7.7
Rooms7.6
Pools & Spa8.2

And 3 more we track

Nightlife8.2
Romance8.1
Remote work7.3

Confidence is high across the board except value, service, dining, rooms, pools & spa, nightlife, romance and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.

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Value7.6Medium confidence
Food Caveat
7.0
All Inclusive
8.0
Location Value
8.8
Room Condition Caveat
6.8
Method: Value score from palm beach location all inclusive inclusions and quality caveatsTripAdvisor · Reddit · Expedia · Apple Vacations · Classic VacationsVerified Jun 28, 2026
Service8.0Medium confidence
Bar Service
8.0
Front Desk Caveat
7.2
Restaurant Service
8.0
Staff Friendliness
8.4
Method: Guest sentiment analysis for staff and bar restaurant serviceTripAdvisor · Reddit · Expedia · Apple VacationsVerified Jun 28, 2026
Beach8.7High confidence
Walkability
9.0
Beach Access
9.2
Water Quality
8.8
Chair Availability Caveat
6.8
Method: Beach score from palm beach location water access and chair availability caveatOfficial · TripAdvisor · Reddit · Expedia · Travel WeeklyVerified Jun 28, 2026
Dining7.7Medium confidence
Reservation Caveat
7.0
Restaurant Variety
8.0
Guest Food Sentiment
7.5
Specialty Restaurants
7.8
Method: Food score from restaurant inventory and guest sentimentDining · Expedia · TripAdvisor · Reddit · Apple VacationsVerified Jun 28, 2026
Rooms7.6Medium confidence
Room Size
8.0
Cleanliness
8.0
Elevator Caveat
6.5
Sea View Options
8.2
Dated Area Caveat
6.8
Method: Room score from 482 room inventory renovation mentions and guest condition feedbackOfficial · Classic Vacations · TripAdvisor · Reddit · Hotel OnlineVerified Jun 28, 2026
Pools & Spa8.2Medium confidence
Pool Bar
8.2
Pool Inventory
8.2
Chair Pressure Caveat
6.9
Adults Only Pool Atmosphere
8.2
Method: Pool score from guest feedback and pool inventory mentionsTripAdvisor · Reddit · Unofficial RIU Info · Apple VacationsVerified Jun 28, 2026
Nightlife8.2Medium confidence
Bars
8.2
Noise Caveat
7.0
Resort Music
8.0
Walkable Palm Beach
8.8
Method: Nightlife score from palm beach walkability bars and lively resort atmosphereTripAdvisor · Reddit · Official · ExpediaVerified Jun 28, 2026
Romance8.1Medium confidence
Beachfront
8.8
Adults Only
8.6
Noise Caveat
7.0
Walkable Dining
8.2
Method: Romance score from adults only beachfront setting and sea view room optionsOfficial · TripAdvisor · Travel Weekly · Reddit · Classic VacationsVerified Jun 28, 2026
Remote work7.3Low confidence
Wifi
8.0
Walkability
8.5
Quiet Caveat
6.0
Room Comfort
7.6
Method: Remote work score from wifi room balcony options and lively noise caveatClassic Vacations · TripAdvisor · OfficialVerified Jun 28, 2026

What it does best

  • 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.

Where it costs you

  • 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.

Room intelligence

Rooms To Avoid
Rooms near elevators, entertainment, or lower activity areas may be less suitable for guests sensitive to noise.Guest feedback mentions elevator issues, noise, and room-location variability.
Best Room Category
Sea-view junior suites on higher floorsBest fit for guests prioritizing Palm Beach views and distance from ground-level activity.

Restaurants & bars

Palmprint food score 7.7 / 10

Places to eat
6
A la carte
5
Buffets
1
Bars and lounges
8
Swim-up bars
1

International · Fusion · Italian · Steakhouse · Grill

  • Atlantis

    International

    Elite Club à la carte breakfast 07:30–10:30 is exclusive to Elite Club guests.

    Included in the plan

    More about Atlantis
    Meals
    breakfast, dinner
    Service
    Buffet
    Hours
    Breakfast 07:00–11:00; dinner 18:30–22:00
    Dress code
    Appropriate attire
  • Elite Club Restaurant

    Exclusive to Elite Club guests. Reservations required. Closing time not supplied.

    Included in the plan

    Reservation required

    More about Elite Club Restaurant
    Meals
    dinner
    Service
    À la carte
    Hours
    Dinner from 18:00
    Dress code
    Appropriate attire
  • Krystal

    Gourmet

    Closing time not supplied.

    Included in the plan

    More about Krystal
    Meals
    dinner
    Service
    À la carte
    Hours
    Dinner from 18:00
    Dress code
    Appropriate attire
  • Malmok

    Aruban

    Dinner closing time not supplied.

    Included in the plan

    More about Malmok
    Meals
    lunch, dinner
    Service
    Lunch buffet; dinner à la carte
    Hours
    Lunch 12:00–16:00; dinner from 18:00
    Dress code
    Appropriate attire
  • Palm Beach

    Steakhouse

    Dinner closing time not supplied.

    Included in the plan

    More about Palm Beach
    Meals
    lunch, dinner
    Service
    Lunch buffet; dinner à la carte
    Hours
    Lunch 12:00–17:00; dinner from 18:00
    Dress code
    Appropriate attire
  • Rimini

    Italian

    Closing time not supplied.

    Included in the plan

    More about Rimini
    Meals
    dinner
    Service
    À la carte; starters and desserts buffet
    Hours
    Dinner from 18:00
    Dress code
    Appropriate attire
Bar locations and hours (8)
  • Elite Club Lounge

    Location
    Exclusive to Elite Club guests
    Hours
    10:00–24:00
  • 24

    Location
    Lounge bar
    Hours
    24 hours
  • Wayaka

    Location
    Lobby; mixologist and daily signature drink
    Hours
    10:00–24:00
  • Capuchino

    Location
    Patisserie and ice cream
    Hours
    07:00–22:00
  • Carnaval

    Location
    Lounge bar
    Hours
    18:00–24:00
  • Chiquito

    Location
    Plaza
    Hours
    18:00–24:00
  • Aqua

    Location
    Poolside and swim-up bar
    Hours
    10:00–18:00
  • Chill-out bar

    Location
    Chill-out bar
    Hours
    18:00–24:00

Supplier sheet dated 2026-10-09 explicitly confirms six restaurants and eight bars. Elite Club Restaurant and Elite Club Lounge are exclusive to qualifying Elite Club guests. Elite Club Restaurant requires reservations. Romantic dinners require reservations and cost extra; specialty wine costs extra. Other reservation rules and dinner closing times are not supplied. Hours may change.

Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.

Do you need dinner reservations at Hotel Riu Palace Antillas?

Elite Club Restaurant: Reservations required. Exclusive to Elite Club guests. Reservations required. Closing time not supplied. Supplier sheet dated 2026-10-09 explicitly confirms six restaurants and eight bars. Elite Club Restaurant and Elite Club Lounge are exclusive to qualifying Elite Club guests. Elite Club Restaurant requires reservations. Romantic dinners require reservations and cost extra; specialty wine costs extra. Other reservation rules and dinner closing times are not supplied. Hours may change. Reservation rules for venues without a stated policy are unverified; confirm with the resort.

Rooms & suites

Elite Club by RIU benefits

Exclusive pool area and sun terrace; premium drinks at exclusive bars; exclusive breakfast with à la carte options; Elite Club Restaurant; dinner reservations available for à la carte restaurants; upgraded liquor dispenser and minibar with snacks; welcome sparkling wine; exclusive room-service menu; aromatherapy; late check-out until 13:00; early check-in subject to availability; dedicated check-in and wristband; welcome gift. Benefits apply only to qualifying Elite Club bookings.

These benefits apply to qualifying club rooms and rates. Confirm your booking includes them.

The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.

Room categories at Hotel Riu Palace Antillas: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
SuiteOccupancySizeAspect
Jr. Suite ocean front view - Elite ClubBack to sampled pricesCapacity unverifiedNot publishedNot published
Jr. Suite with sea viewBack to sampled pricesCapacity unverifiedNot publishedNot published
More room options (9)
Room categories at Hotel Riu Palace Antillas: occupancy, size, bedrooms and aspect
SuiteOccupancySizeAspect
Junior Suite Ocean View
Room details for Junior Suite Ocean View

Category code: SJMB

Two 125 × 200 cm beds or one 200 × 200 cm bed.

Capacity unverified377 ft²35 m²Ocean
Junior Suite
Room details for Junior Suite

Category code: SJSB

Two 125 × 200 cm beds or one 200 × 200 cm bed.

Capacity unverified377 ft²35 m²Not published
Junior Suite Partial Ocean View
Room details for Junior Suite Partial Ocean View

Category code: SJLB

Two 125 × 200 cm beds or one 200 × 200 cm bed.

Capacity unverified377 ft²35 m²Partial ocean
Junior Suite Ocean View Elite Club by RIU
Room details for Junior Suite Ocean View Elite Club by RIU

Category code: SJME

Elite Club exclusive benefits apply.

Capacity unverified377 ft²35 m²Ocean
Junior Suite Superior Ocean View Elite Club by RIU
Room details for Junior Suite Superior Ocean View Elite Club by RIU

Category code: SJEE

Elite Club exclusive benefits apply.

Capacity unverified431 ft²40 m²Ocean
Junior Suite Ocean Front Elite Club by RIU
Room details for Junior Suite Ocean Front Elite Club by RIU

Category code: SJFE

Elite Club exclusive benefits apply.

Capacity unverified431 ft²40 m²Ocean front
Suite Ocean View
Room details for Suite Ocean View

Category code: SULB

Capacity unverified517 ft²48 m²Ocean
Adapted Junior Suite
Room details for Adapted Junior Suite

Category code: SJSM

Four adapted rooms on floors 5–8 with roll-in shower, shower seat and grab rails.

Capacity unverified517 ft²48 m²Not published
Suite Ocean Front Elite Club by RIU
Room details for Suite Ocean Front Elite Club by RIU

Category code: SUFE

Elite Club exclusive benefits apply.

Capacity unverified667 ft²62 m²Ocean front

Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.

Pools and the beach

Pools & waterplay

3pools

Three outdoor pools: 786 m², 228 m² with swim-up bar, and 120 m² exclusively for Elite Club guests. At least one pool has ramp access with a handrail; no pool lift is available. The resort is adults-only.

Pools 8.2

The beach itself

8.7beach score · high confidence

Public Palm Beach, approximately 3.5 km long, with a reserved hotel-guest area with sun loungers and parasols. Directly beachfront, with approximately 170 m of frontage. No wheelchair access to the sea is listed.

  • Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
  • Sargassum is rare here

Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.

Families & group stays
Group travel

Taking a group to Hotel Riu Palace Antillas

Adults-only. Pacha is on site, open six nights weekly, with entry and drinks included. Casino entry is free; drinks cost extra. Palace Aruba exchange access excludes breakfast and dinner. The older two-function-room claim is not confirmed in this sheet.

Private dining & events
Bookable
Nightlife
Lively, bars running late
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Weather guide

When to go

Best months: Year-round

Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run Oct to Jan. Hurricane season is real here: about 1 in 8 Septembers sees one pass within 100 miles, most recently Melissa in 2025.

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas by month · average high, rain days, hurricane odds and our verdict
MeasureJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average daily high88°F31°C88°F31°C90°F32°C91°F33°C91°F33°C91°F33°C91°F33°C93°F34°C93°F34°C91°F33°C90°F32°C88°F31°C
Rain days5 days2 days1 day1 day1 day2 days3 days2 days3 days5 days7 days6 days
hurricane oddsunder 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 101 in 8under 1 in 10under 1 in 10under 1 in 10
VerdictBestBestBestBestBestBestBestBestBestBestBestBest

Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.

Odds count the complete years, 1980 to 2025, in which a hurricane passed within about 100 nautical miles of Aruba, the nearest point in the NOAA and IBTrACS records to this resort. Two storms in one month still count that year once. How the hurricane belt works

Getting to Hotel Riu Palace Antillas

Nearest airport
AUA · Queen Beatrix International Airport
Approximate transfer
20 minutes
Transportation
Qualifying RIU Class direct bookings can add a free shared round-trip airport transfer.

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Hotel transportation

Qualifying RIU Class direct bookings can add a free shared round-trip airport transfer.

Shared transport is free only when the booking benefit applies. No fixed private or standalone paid fare was verified.

RIU Class direct stays of at least 3 nights can add the shared transfer at least 7 days before arrival. Check the transfer policy in your booking; flight-and-hotel packages are excluded from this benefit. Contact RIU's call center to add it to an eligible existing booking. The benefit is non-refundable. RIU's Aruba portal also offers private and deluxe rides; confirm any upgrade and all flight and pickup details separately.

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Destination essentials & trip planning

J.E. Irausquin Blvd 77, Noord, Aruba · +297 526 4100

Before you fly

Aruba

Language
Dutch & Papiamento (English universal)
Currency
Aruban florin; USD universally accepted
Power
120V, Type A/B plugs (same as the US)
Driving
On the right
Main airport
Oranjestad (AUA)
Flight time
~4–4.5h from the US East Coast

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The vibe

Who it suits

Nightlife8.2
Romance8.1
Remote work7.3

Three of the 9 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Hotel Riu Palace Antillas; the full set is above.

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Data

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Our full take on Hotel Riu Palace Antillas

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas is an adults-only, 24-hour all-inclusive resort directly on Palm Beach. The supplier confirms 482 rooms, six restaurants, eight bars and three outdoor pools. The 120 m² pool, Elite Club Restaurant and Elite Club Lounge are exclusive to qualifying Elite Club guests. The last partial refurbishment is listed as 2021; Palace Aruba’s 2026 refurbishment does not apply to Antillas.

Palm Beach is public, with a reserved hotel-guest area with sun loungers and parasols. Renova Spa and the gym are on site. Spa treatments cost extra; gym access, steam bath and relaxation pool are listed without charge. Pacha is on site; entry and drinks are included six nights weekly. Casino entry is free; casino drinks cost extra. Palace Aruba exchange access excludes breakfast and dinner.

Four adapted Junior Suites (SJSM) have roll-in showers, shower seats and grab rails. At least one pool has ramp access, but no pool lift or wheelchair access to the sea is listed. All nine supplier room categories have unverified capacity. Confirm the exact category, bedding and occupancy when booking.

Earlier guest research found mixed comments on food, maintenance, elevators and chair availability. These remain guest observations, rather than facilities verified by the supplier sheet.

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