Esmeralda
Noord
Visit Esmeralda
Popular places to visit
Eagle Beach
Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees.
Palm Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Noord. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Arashi Beach
Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.
Malmok Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Malmok Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Noord. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
Boca Catalina Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Noord. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach
2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba
Top hotels in Esmeralda
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Lots of restaurants nearby. Great daily activities held by the hotel. And access to Renaissance Island via the direct water taxi was really convenient
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Clean room, very friendly staff, very good food.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
The staff are amazing …really makes it “ONE HAPPY ISLAND”
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
Word for the wise! If you pay for the “huts” on the beach for your entire stay, make sure you claim them daily between 7-9am or they are forfeited and given to other guests. You are not charged but you don’t have your hut. Many guests were upset as that is the reason you rent them so as not having ...
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Aruba Beach Resort
Breakfast was excellent with chef made omelets and many other foods to go with or without it. Hotel was clean and staff was very accommodative.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Divi Village All Inclusive Villas
Nice outdoor pools but need to get your towels there early otherwise you wont get a seat. Clean resort, friendly staff, good food.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Esmeralda
Malmok
Malmok is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach.
Westpunt
Westpunt might not have many top sights, but Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Opal
Though Opal might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach and Stellaris Casino.
Bakval
Though Bakval might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach.
Boroncana
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Boroncana and surrounding area, you can visit Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba.
Saliña Cerca
Though Saliña Cerca might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino.
