Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

Renovations & Closures

Details

The hotel will be renovating from 1 March 2014 to 15 November 2014 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

• Select guestrooms

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Hotel Amenities

All-Inclusive Details

Guests can book rooms at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino for a rate that is either for the room only or for all-inclusive. All-inclusive rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities and taxes are included.

Food and beverages

• All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
• Dining availability limited at one or more venues
• Limited gourmet or à la carte dining
• Surcharges for bottled wine and bottled liquor

Kids' club

• Supervised activities for children between 5 and 12 years old
• Open from 10 AM until 4:30 PM

Not included

• Airport transfers
• Childcare
• Minibar
• Motorized water sports
• Premium and/or non-domestic beverages
• Room service
• Scuba-diving certification
• Scuba-diving excursions
• Snorkeling excursions
• Spa/beauty facilities and services
• Wireless Internet access
• Offsite tours

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General

A spa in the Marina Hotel section contains a couples room, complimentary men's and women's saunas, and a relaxation lounge with candles and orchids.The spa's complimentary sea-view, air-conditioned, 24-hour fitness center contains cardio and weight machines and free weights. (Another fitness center is on the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino's private island.) The Marina Hotel also features a business center.The Marina Hotel section includes the indoor Renaissance Mall, with about 60 boutiques, luxury-goods shops, beachwear shops, and a beauty salon. The Ocean Suites section includes the casual, open-air Renaissance Marketplace, with about 40 shops, 15 restaurants and cafés, a mini-market, an Internet center, and a beauty salon. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in Papagayo Bar & Grill on the resort's private island, in both of the resort's lobbies, and at the Marina Hotel pool bar. Two computers with high-speed Internet access (surcharge) are in the spa.Guestrooms, including balconies and corridors, at Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino are nonsmoking. Smoking is still allowed in public areas.

• Free outdoor parking
• Marina on site
• On private beach
• Poolside bar
• Swim-up bar
• Full-service health spa
• Sauna
• Concierge desk
• Complimentary newspapers in lobby
• Health club
• Room service (limited hours)
• Self parking

• Banquet facilities
• Exhibit space
• Multiple large conference rooms
• Event catering
• Ballroom(s)
• Multiple small meeting rooms
• Audiovisual equipment
• Business services
• Total number of rooms - 556
• Express check-in
• Multilingual staff
• Safe-deposit box at front desk
• 24-hour front desk
• Porter/bellhop
• Express check-out
• Doorman/doorwoman
• Security guard
• Number of floors - 6
• Hair salon
• ATM/banking
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Shopping on site
• Tour assistance
• Currency exchange
• Beauty services
• Medical assistance available
• Dry cleaning/laundry service
• Grocery store
• Casino
• Elevator/lift
• Tennis on site
• Supervised childcare/activities
• Wedding services
• Free Wi-Fi
• Children's club
• Beach bar
• Private beach - direct access
• Beach umbrellas
• Beach sun loungers
• Pool sun loungers
• Beach towels
• Year Built 1986
• Number of buildings/towers - 2
• Spa services on site
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Beach/pool umbrellas
• Number of outdoor pools - 3
• Massage - spa treatment room(s)
• Free parking
• Valet parking (surcharge)
• Conference center
• Outdoor tennis court
• 24-hour business center
• Smoke-free property

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Internet

Available in all rooms: Wireless Internet access (surcharge), Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Free parking, Free outdoor parking, Self parking, Valet parking (surcharge)

Room Amenities

• Premium TV channels
• Pay movies
• Premium bedding
• Climate control
• Air conditioning
• Phone
• Refrigerator
• Coffee/tea maker
• Private bathroom
• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Shower/tub combination

• In-room childcare (surcharge)
• Desk
• Iron/ironing board
• In-room safe
• Rollaway/extra beds available
• Cribs/infant beds available
• Satellite TV service
• Flat-panel TV
• Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
• Daily housekeeping
• Connecting / adjoining rooms available
• Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge)

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Dining

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino offers a unique blend of adult-exclusive and family friendly options in one resort. The cosmopolitan feel and tropical setting of the resort provides guests with an upscale experience. L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House features mouthwatering American steakhouse fare and an extensive international wine list. USDA-inspected, aged-prime steaks are joined on the menu by other house specialties including rack of lamb and fresh Caribbean seafood. Located on the second floor of the Renaissance Marina Hotel with sweeping views of the marina and the bustling boulevard below, L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House provides guests with a stylish décor of rich dark wood, natural stone and Murano glass - perfect for a night of elegant dining. Located adjacent to the lobby of the Renaissance Marina Hotel, Aquarius offers a casual fare in a relaxed setting. For breakfast, guests can enjoy an extensive daily buffet featuring made-to-order omelets, pancakes, pastries, cereals and much more a la carte morning favorites. For lunch and dinner, buffet and a la carte, the restaurant features an array of choices with a touch of Caribbean flavor including seafood specialties. Renowned for the Blue Martini, BLUE is an open-air, port-of-call just steps from the Renaissance Marina Hotel's infinity swimming pool. BLUE offers guests an array of tapas, sushi and burgers for lunch and dinner, as well as a variety of choices from omelets to smoothies for breakfast. Papagayo Bar & Grill on Renaissance Island provides guests with a special place to enjoy cocktails, a snack or lunch in a shaded, open-air restaurant overlooking the beautiful beach. The restaurant also offers personal beach side service for convenience. A casual outdoor restaurant, the Captain's Corner is located at the Renaissance Ocean Suites overlooking the tropical pool and its lush landscaping. It serves a breakfast buffet and offers theme-night dinners such as Mexican and Barbeque nights. Also located at the Renaissance Ocean Suites, Solé is a swim-up bar offering rum specialties, cocktails and light fare throughout the day. The Lounge: Midnight Grill is located between the stylish L.G. Smith's Steak and Chop House and the 24-hour Crystal Casino and offers a trendy nighttime hideaway for guests. Exclusive to guests over 18 years, The Lounge: Midnight Grill features good, cocktails, wine, live entertainment, stylish décor, and serves food until 6 a.m.

Entertainment

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino offers its guests the convenience of two upscale shopping malls. Located in the city of Oranjestad in the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino, the Renaissance Mall  is home to luxury brands, like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, Chopard, BCBG, Furla and many more.  With over 60 stores, cafés, full-service restaurants and entertainment options, Renaissance Mall makes your shopping experience an enjoyable, and exciting one. The Mall is located in the heart of Oranjestad, a short walking distance from the main street, and opposite of the picturesque Renaissance Marina were you'll find the Atlantis Adventure Center tour office. Across the street from the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino is the Renaissance Marketplace. A lighthearted atmosphere pervades the Renaissance Marketplace with its wide variety of shops and eateries catering to diverse tastes.  Stores stay open until late at night, providing many options such as clothing, jewelry, souvenirs, designer sunglasses, gifts and linens, as well as entertainment options offered by the movie theater, nightlife spots and nearby casino.  Dining choices range from fast-food to gourmet, and live entertainment is available. The Crystal Casino has a casually elegant atmosphere and slot machines, nine black jack tables, four roulette tables, three Caribbean stud poker tables, one three-card poker table and one craps table. The Seaport Casino has a race and sports book with live satellite links to most major events. Overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the Seaport Casino has slot machines, six black jack tables, three roulette tables, two Caribbean stud poker tables, two three-card poker tables and one Texas Hold'em table.

Recreation

Renaissance Island: Accessible by shuttle boats from early morning to early evening, the resort's private island features two calm saltwater lagoons. Expansive beaches along the lagoons are dotted with hammocks, palm trees, and thatched shades. Iguana Beach offers iguana feedings and water sports and includes a shallow lagoon that is ideal for families. Flamingo Beach, with a deeper lagoon, is adult-exclusive, with topless sunbathing permitted and pink flamingos offering company. The island's water-sports center offers snorkeling gear, kayaks, pedal boats, and floats. These are available for rent. Also on the island are a casual lunch-only restaurant, fish-feeding stations, and a nature trail through sea grapes and mangroves. A dive center offers scuba instruction and books dives. A sunken barge teeming with sea life is 49.5 m (50 yds) offshore. Guests enjoy complimentary use of an artificial-grass tennis court and an air-conditioned thatched-roof fitness center. Iguana feeding at noon adjacent to the island's dock draws a crowd. The resort's Ocean Suites section features a saltwater swimming lagoon, a beach, a 122-m (400-ft) lagoon-style freshwater pool bending around a swim up bar, and a 30.5-m (100-ft) free form freshwater pool surrounded by palms. The resort's Marina Hotel section offers an infinity pool overlooking the marina. A sundeck includes lounge chairs, umbrella tables for light dining (service from adjacent BLUE restaurant/bar), and a cabana with gathered sheer white drapes. Note: All facilities, including pools and private island, are available to resort guests irrespective of the section they stay in. Complimentary golf-cart shuttles operate between the resort's two sections from early morning to late night.

• Golfing nearby
• Golf - driving range nearby
• Golf - miniature nearby
• Windsurfing nearby
• Sailing nearby
• Water skiing nearby
• Aerobics nearby
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Bicycle rentals nearby
• Mountain biking nearby
• Parasailing nearby
• Helicopter/airplane tours nearby

• Horse riding/rental nearby
• Golf lessons available nearby
• Personal motorized watercraft nearby
• Boat launch on site
• Boating on site
• Dock on site
• Fishing on site
• Kayaking on site
• Motor boating on site
• Running track/path on site
• Scuba diving on site
• Snorkeling on site
• Swimming on site
• Tennis on site
• Volleyball on site

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Spa

The Okeanos Spa offers a multitude of signature treatments to slim, soften, detoxify, purify or polish the body. Signature Services: Flocked with pink flamingos on the palm-peppered beaches, Renaissance Island, the 40-acre private island exclusive to guests of Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino, features a mangrove-hidden Spa Cove presenting secluded outdoor massages for up to two with magnificent vistas of the Caribbean Sea. Treatments take place in a hideaway nestled among mangrove trees and cocoa palms while spa goers relax to the sounds of lapping ocean waters. For a romantic evening, the Sunset Massage within the exclusive Spa Cove includes a 50- or 75-minute, open-air, couple's massage overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The couple enjoys a bottle of champagne or four frozen cocktails and a fresh fruit platter during sunset. For chocolate lovers, the Chocolate Embrace cures chocolate cravings with a full-body massage featuring scented oils enriched with vitamin E and a luscious chocolate bath. The Body Rooms provide a luxury hydro-thermo massage bathtub which enables guests to bask in the natural oils and elements of the earth, leaving both skin and spirits refreshed. The Sea of Tranquility is the perfect way to melt the day away. This treatment experience begins with the hydrotherapy bath of choice that will ease senses and prepare muscles for an incredible Swedish massage. The Spice of Life Sampler includes a mini-facial, choice from one of four hydrotherapy baths and a 25-minute massage and is perfect for guests who desire a variety of indulgences packaged together. The Facial Plus treats more than just the face. Starting with an indulgent treatment for the hands and feet, this complete facial also includes a neck, shoulder and scalp massage. After-Sun Recovery Facial is a soothing facial to heal sunburns, using azulene for relaxing and soothing and known for its anti-inflammatory and antidepressant properties and aloe to rejuvenate skin. Gentlemen can experience an Energetic Man Facial, beginning with a gentle skin cleansing followed by a complete facial with an intensive neck, face and scalp massage. Treatment focuses on deep mental relaxation using light impulses and peaceful music. For the ultimate in relaxation, the facial ends with a hand and foot massage. The Litho-Cal Seaweed Exfoliation treats sun damaged skin by eliminating dead cells and toxins while bathing skin in calcium, magnesium, sodium, iron, zinc and more. The Moor Mud Bath helps guests alleviate aches, pains, rheumatism and arthritis during a relaxing bath which also may incorporate chocolate oils. During the Romancing the Stone treatment, heated stones are massaged over the body, boosting the immune system, generating energy and detoxifying while offering deep healing. The resort offers fitness options including weight machines, free weights, cardiovascular equipment, a stretching area and tennis.

• Couples treatment rooms
• Body wraps
• Body scrubs
• Massages
• Number of treatment rooms 6
• Body treatments
• Facial treatments

Policies & Fees

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

Payment types

Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB International, MasterCard, Visa

General

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

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Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

• Breakfast fee: USD 20 per person (approximately)
• Fee for in-room high-speed Internet (wired): USD 15 per day (rates may vary)
• Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 10 per day (rates may vary)
• Valet parking fee: USD 5 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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Additional Details

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Awards & Affiliations

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• This property is affiliated with the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) guests.

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All-Inclusive Package

Includes all meals and drinks at seven restaurants and bars, including the Signature Restaurant, L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House. Complimentary for children under 12 years old.

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