Aruba points travel guide

Aruba

Caribbean · Aruba

Best Months

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Rec. Nights

5 nights

Airports

AUA (Queen Beatrix)

Avg. Cash

$258 - $2,069/night

Best Value

4.2¢via Hyatt

Overview

Aruba is a Caribbean gem known as 'One Happy Island' -- a sun-drenched paradise off the coast of Venezuela with year-round warm weather, dazzling white-sand beaches, and a desert landscape dotted with divi-divi trees and towering cacti. Eagle Beach consistently ranks among the best beaches in the world, and the island's constant trade winds make it a haven for windsurfing and kiteboarding.

For points travelers, Aruba delivers strong value through Hyatt, Marriott, and Hilton properties all clustered along the stunning Palm Beach and Eagle Beach strips. The Hyatt Regency Aruba stands out as one of the best CPP redemptions in the Caribbean, offering a beachfront resort experience at a fraction of the cash rate. Aruba's location outside the hurricane belt means you can visit year-round without weather concerns.

Beyond the beaches, Aruba offers Arikok National Park with its rugged desert terrain, natural pool formations carved into volcanic rock, colorful Dutch colonial architecture in Oranjestad, and a vibrant food scene influenced by Dutch, Latin American, and Caribbean cultures.

Cash vs Points

Hotels in Aruba range from $258 to $2069 per night. Points redemptions offer 4.23+ cents per point value.

Points Hotel Recommendations

13 properties in Aruba bookable with points, sorted by value

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Best Value

If you have Points:

Secrets Baby Beach Aruba

HyattHyatt (1:1)Secrets Baby Beach Aruba
Cost35,000 pts/night × 5n = 175,000 Hyatt
Value$3,730 ÷ 175,000 pts= 2.1¢
Transfer time: Instant

If you have Points:

TRYP by Wyndham Aruba

WyndhamWyndham (1:1)TRYP by Wyndham Aruba
Cost30,000 pts/night × 5n = 150,000 Wyndham
Value$1,500 ÷ 150,000 pts= 1.0¢
Transfer time: Instant

If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:

Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort

MarriottMarriott (1:1)Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort
Cost33,600 pts/night × 5n = 168,000 Marriott
Value$1,590 ÷ 168,000 pts= 0.9¢
Transfer time: Instant

If you have Hilton Honors Points:

Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort

HiltonHilton (1:1)Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort
Cost85,000 pts/night × 5n = 425,000 Hilton
Value$2,261 ÷ 425,000 pts= 0.5¢
Transfer time: Instant

If you have IHG One Rewards Points:

Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino

IHGIHG (1:1)Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino
Cost76,000 pts/night × 5n = 380,000 IHG
Value$1,990.25 ÷ 380,000 pts= 0.5¢
Transfer time: Instant

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Getting There

AUA (Queen Beatrix)

Visa & Entry

Check your country's requirements

Budget

From $258/night

Packing Essentials

Pack for the climate

Cultural Tips

Respect local customs

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