We appreciated the ice machine on the way out of the gate as you head to the beach. It made it easy to fill the cooler as you were walking that way, but It would be nice to have a self serve ice machine closer to the casitas as well. You are able to get ice from the restaurant too - and they were so nice about it!

We absolutely LOVED the Boardwalk Boutique Hotel. We debated staying here simply because it was not directly on the beach, but I'm so glad we chose it! It was a very short walk, or a fun ride from Chichi, to the beautiful Palapas that are reserved for their guests each day. Their part of the beach is a little oasis with easy access the the bigger cooperate amenities next door should you want/need them. The Boardwalk thought of everything to enhance our stay... from welcome drinks, to beach coolers, water bottles, fresh ice tea each day, yoga mats in the closet. We loved having our own private casita. The beds were extremely comfortable and it was peaceful to wake up to our beautiful lush patio/hammock. The restaurant is fabulous too...we kept canceling our original plans and going back to Coco Cafe. Highly recommend this stay for a couple looking to escape everyday chaos!

Stayed in April 2024

Absolutely beautiful property. Surrounded by swaying palm trees, it’s an oasis of relaxation

Stayed in April 2024

I liked everything about this hotel

Stayed in April 2024

We loved everything about the hotel. Definitely coming back

Stayed in April 2024

Everything was perfect

Amazing boutique hotel with excellent service.

Stayed in April 2024

Very peaceful- conveniently located - helpful staff

Stayed in March 2024

It is more expensive than I would have liked, with a 10% service fee.

If party buses, crowds and high rise hotels don’t sound relaxing to you, the Boardwalk may be your dream hotel. While not ocean front, it is located a quick two block walk to the beach where the hotel has palapas you can reserve a day ahead or use on a first-come-first-serve basis after 11 am. It is a one mile walk to the high rise area along an ocean front walkway. The grounds are beautifully kept, with lush vegetation. Our casita had a separate bedroom (with comfortable bed), a great room with a well equipped kitchenette (with an induction cook top, microwave, Nespresso machine/pods, iced tea replenished daily), and a private deck perfect for morning coffee and a good book. The front desk, grounds,housekeeping and restaurant staff were consistently friendly and helpful.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing

Location, rooms, the grounds, the restaurant and all the staff

Stayed in March 2024

The staff are amazing and the place is clean and calm and beautiful. We did not have a single worry the whole time we were there. Instantly knew we would be back.

Stayed in February 2024

Happy hour at the pool was very limited. You have to call by 8am to get a chair on the beach for the next day and it booked up if you called late. Not too much of a problem because spaces open up eventually however, we needed umbrellas for sun protection.

The gardens around the hotel were beautiful. A tropical sanctuary! We loved not being at one of the high rise hotels as this place was so peaceful. The casitas are very comfortable and spacious and the food was excellent. We can’t wait to go back!!!

Stayed in February 2024

Being charged for 3 margaritas during "happy hour", it was supposed to be 2 for 1.

The room was a perfect location, right near the pool and restaurant.

Stayed in December 2023

No different food options

Location and accommodations were clean and great room

Stayed in November 2023

No complaints, I absolutely loved this hotel. The decor, the staff, the location - it was truly my dream vacation. I would not hesitate to return.

The location of the hotel is perfect, it’s just a block from the beach and reserved beach palapas come with your stay (you have until 11 to claim them). We also received complimentary cold towels on the beach and you can ride in a chichi to get to the beach. We elected to walk though because it’s so close. We were also able to walk to many restaurants.

Stayed in December 2023

Unfortunately there are a lot of mosquitoes but the property supplies bug spray and it didn’t take away from how much we enjoyed our stay.

The property is gorgeous and the casitas very comfortable.

Stayed in November 2023

Make sure you have bug spray nearby! In the evening, mosquitos come out and they are hungry. There are some fans on the property which helps dissipate them near the restaurant, but we still got several bites every time we went to the restaurant/bar. The hotel borders a wetland area that has very still murky water. Because of the orientation of the casitas, there weren't many windows in ours. The windows we had were opaque so people didn't see in.

The environment and landscaping was lush and beautiful. Walking the grounds felt like exploring a secret garden with something different around each turn. The pools were warm and inviting. Even when happy hour was going on, it never felt too crowded. Our Casita was large, comfortable, and clean. The cleaning staff left nice little finishing touches like fresh iced tea in the fridge and refilled our waters. The location is great, with most things walkable. We rented a car and had no issues with parking. Access to Palm Beach (just South of the Ritz Carlton) is truly a 3 minute walk, and it wasn't too crowded our whole trip.

Stayed in October 2023

The special atmosphere was perfect. A small quite place, just to relax and rest. Its very good located, close to the beach. It was simply perfect. Thank you so much

Stayed in September 2023

The property is about a five minute walk to the beach, which we knew ahead of time and I much prefer the tranquillity and beauty of this hotel to the big chains on the beach. However, it is not the most pleasant walk to the beach. You have to walk up a road with delivery entrances and mechanics for a hotel on one side and parked cars and vans on the other. A short walk, but not the most pleasant, and I’m sure it was safe (since Aruba is a very safe island), but it made me nervous and I wouldn’t do it alone. There is a transport during the day that runs every once and awhile.

The property is beautiful. It’s on an old coconut plantation and there are tons of native trees and plantings and the pathways, seating areas and buildings are carefully laid out to create privacy and something new around every corner. So many little thoughtful touches throughout the stay from the free personal water bottles to the daily free iced tea and refill off a cold water from housekeeping. The ability to reserve your beach chairs was great and the beach service was nice. The staff was wonderful and so helpful and booked some fantastic tours. The poolside happy hour was fun and we had the best food on our trip at the hotel restaurant. We also really enjoyed the massages at the spa. Everything done to perfection.

Stayed in October 2023

Beautiful and private

Stayed in September 2023

There is nothing we don’t like about the property, only one thing will be there are a lot of mosquitoes around. Although the hotel has provided us the spray; there are still a lot.

The vibe is really great and the casitas are super cute as they are all individual houses. Definitely has the luxury boutique feeling. Inside the property, it has enough amenities and even ice box for the beach. Everything is very well thought through, we have had a super stay. It gives you a feeling that you are in the forest as it’s surrounded by palm trees. The hotel staff are super helpful and Demy has been a star for us during our stay. Her level of service has been personal and great in human touch, we really appreciate her effort of finding us the perfect restaurant. We feel so comfortable and well looked after.

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing

Attention to detail was 100%. Everything was perfect! The staff were amazing.

Stayed in October 2023

This boutique hotel is an experience in and of itself. The property is beautiful, and the casitas are tucked among lush foliage and multiple spotless saltwater pools with hammocks and palapa sand lean tos for ample shade. The food at the coco cafe was the best in the area with fresh smoothies and local drinks, and healthy lunch and dinner options, all delicious. The spa and fitness room is just steps away from the casitas and the massage therapists are talented and professional. To top it off there are friendly lizards and iguanas that stop by to say hi every once in a while. The beach is not even a five minute walk away with food service and many shaded palapas you can reserve on one of Arubas most beautiful beaches. The cleaning and landscaping crews keep the grounds immaculate and the casitas and facilities spotless and cozy. There’s also a cute little shuttle named Chichi that runs every hour. The boardwalk boutique hotel made our honeymoon experience in Aruba unforgettable and we will be returning in the future. I would not stay anywhere else but here.

Stayed in September 2023

There was nothing I did not like!

Everything. We will be back

Stayed in September 2023

Loved the 1 bedroom casita for the amount of space, amenities, and comfort. Loved the property for all of the details of the tropical garden with so many nooks to discover. Loved the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff; never have I been somewhere that housekeeping also means they replenish coffee pods and supplies as well as refill the iced tea carafe and water bottle in the fridge. I just loved everything about this hotel.

Stayed in September 2023

Would have been nice if coco cafe stayed open later, closed 7.30/8.00pm

Excellent staff without exception but Cindy is worth 10 stars fantastic personality, nice rooms we stayed 305 top floor nice sun deck in the afternoon, maybe the downstairs rooms are more in the shade

Stayed in September 2023