Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly Noord hotel in Bakval with free parking
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December 2024
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Twin Room | Balcony
Horseback riding
Daily full breakfast (USD 29.95 per person)
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Resort view

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Salinja Cerca 25M, Noord
  • Stellaris Casino
    8 min walk
  • Palm Beach
    8 min walk
  • Palm Beach Plaza
    11 min walk
  • Oranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.)
    17 min drive

Room options

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 35 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Palm Beach

A family-friendly stay in Noord awaits you at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Palm Beach and Palm Beach Plaza. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include dryers, free WiFi and LED TVs. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with facials and mani/pedis. With 5 beach bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a driving range and bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Bakval hotel, you'll be 2 km (1.2 mi) from Paseo Herencia Shopping Mall and 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Eagle Beach.

What's nearby

  • Stellaris Casino - 8 min walk
  • Palm Beach - 8 min walk
  • Palm Beach Plaza - 11 min walk
  • Hyatt Regency Casino - 19 min walk
  • Eagle Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Oranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moomba Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Puro Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hadicurari - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Iguana Cantina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel

Family-friendly Noord hotel in Bakval with free parking
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 5 beach bars. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Noord hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 5 bars on the beach
  • Built in 2001
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and a ceiling fan. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and facials.

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 29.95 per person
  • 5 beach bars
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Freezer
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 35.0 per day.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 29.95 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 35.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Aruba Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Karibu Aruba Apartment Palm Beach
Karibu Aruba Apartment
Karibu Aruba Palm Beach
Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel Noord
Karibu Aruba Palm - Eagle Beach
Karibu Aruba Aparthotel Palm Beach
Karibu Aruba Aparthotel
Karibu Aruba Aparthotel Noord
Karibu Aruba Noord
Karibu Aruba Boutique Noord
Karibu Aruba Boutique
Karibu Aruba
Karibu Aruba Hotel Noord
Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel Hotel
Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel Noord
Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel Hotel Noord

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel?

Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel?

Yep, Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel?

Yep, Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Palm Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Is there a spa on site at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 24 hours.

What makes Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a champagne service, as well as pillowtop beds and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel.

Is Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a playground, as well as baby baths and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8 AM - 8:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel?

There is a golf course next to Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel.

Karibu Aruba Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RoShawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and open. Andres is amazing he was very helpful and always there if you need him
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very nice, close to beach & pool to cool off after being at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, clean property, safe location, access to shopping dining
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place
Karibu is a wonderful small boutique hotel. If you are looking to enjoy quiet time by the pool, away from the crowds or a day at the beach, this is the place. It is impeccably clean. Beja and Andras are very accommodating hosts.
View from the back
Dinner on the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nirorkis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Karibu with my mother and we loved the service. Andras and Beja made us feel like home. A very well maintained property. Fairly close to restaurants and tourist spots. Only con is that most tours will not pick up there but will pick you up 2 minutes away from there. Andras and Beja will also guide you and make themselves available to drop you off or pick you up at your request and depending on their schedule. They are very nice and helpful! I loved it there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
fabulous hosts wonderful property
My stay was an absolute pleasure thanks to the kindness of Beya and Andres and the care they make to make each guest feel special in their beautiful property! I could not have asked for more. thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay, the hosts were very helpful and we felt at home immediately. It was lovely to be somewhere quiet compared to the very busy hotels at the front. Easy to get around walking, buses and taxis.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Much better than any of the hotels.
We were very pleased with our room which even had a small kitchen, fridge and micro so we could make our own breakfasts. The hosts were both helpful and friendly. There’s a small pool and sunning patio with a pleasant view of wetlands. 15 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the outdoor area! Wish we could have stayed longer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aruba
Karibu is an excellent place to stay. It is reasonably priced, very clean, free of the hotel area crowds. Everything you need is close by. Renting a car makes it easier to get around but taxis are easily accessible.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like everything about the property it was clean access to hotels and places and restaurants around were easy. Staff was excellent and courteous. Enjoyed the hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Humberto, Brooklyn

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was so peaceful, quiet, and all around LOVELY! Our hosts were fabulous and welcoming. We spent one of our days doing a quick butterfly farm visit (5min away) in the morning, then wound up staying at the pool lounging the rest of the day since it was so wonderful! Nearby, we loved Tres Trapi for a 5min drive away snorkle with sea turtles, then a bit further up for a quieter beach, Arashi, (but get there early for an umbrella). Isabel and Andras offered us beach chairs amd snorkle gear, which made a world of difference! I recommend renting a car of you're there longer than a couple days, very affordable options at airport! Highlights: Snorkle at Tres Trapi Arashi beach Dinner at Tierra Del Sol for sunset Jeep tour that picks you up
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

donnie bethea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i liked the peace and quietness of the area. the owners are great people who was very hospitable and accommodating to my needs. the rooms an area on the property was cleaned immaculately and the pool was dope. i have told people to stay here and i will be back here next year. God bless the owners
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found a jewel!! This is a great location with awesome staff!! We’ll be back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, the hospitality of the owners, quietness, close to transportation, not far away to the beach. Only four units, away from the crowds.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff went out of their way to make sure everything we needed was available. Everyone was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful hosts. I thought we would get to use the lovely pool, but the beach was so close…
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful place to stay and the owners and staff were excellent. We would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Howard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Andreas and his staff were very attentive and a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karibu was a perfect place for our 2 week stay in Aruba. Andras, Beha, and Isabella were the perfect hosts. Walking distance to the beach and restaurants, the location couldn’t have been more convenient. Our room was made up every day so we came back from our adventures to a clean room! And always some surprise towel art with fresh flowers. A lovely touch! Because there are so few units (3, I believe), we felt like we had the place to ourselves. Thank you for a wonderful time, Andras and Beha!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023