Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

The Marriott Stellaris got it right where it counts. The rooms are clean, modern, and actually feel like the luxury experience you’re paying for. Service was excellent throughout our stay, and the location is quieter than the busier strip area, which made a big difference in overall feel and relaxation. For the price, the value was hard to beat. Everything from check-in to the room itself felt polished and well maintained. The only area where it falls short is the pool and beach not quite as impressive as some neighboring resorts. But honestly, that’s a minor trade off given how strong everything else is. If you want a resort where the room matches the promise, this is it.

Was not impressed with the stellaris. We had high expectations, but thought we were nickel and dimed through our stay. We did not expect the $70 per day resort fee on top of the expensive rates. Drinks and food were very expensive and sub par. Staff was just ok. The issue with renting palapas was also very frustrating, as we had to spend another $30 to rent, as there were very limited palapas for free. Would not stay again. Marriott overall was disappointing .

Sadly, this was the worst experience I’ve had at the Marriott and I’ve been coming since I was in high school! Food and staff were great but our room was not. The rooms overlooking the lobby are extremely loud and the walls felt paper thin. As a couple who stayed out pretty late the music and noise downstairs continued until late in the night and our next door neighbors kids woke us up at 7 am every day because the walls were so thin. Super disappointed and will be considering another hotel in Aruba for the first time ever. :(

Lack of space and availability at the pools. Poor service at the reception area. Lack of information upon arrival. Not enough restaurants. Really mediocre service at Chris Ruth restaurant.

Not the greatest place. Very expensive. They nickel and dime you for everything. $1000 per night and you don’t even get continental breakfast. They have beggars stationed throughout to sell time shares. Food at the restaurants was mediocre at best.

My room was fairly clean, but there were several things that could definitely be improved. The coffee maker needs an upgrade, and there were no tea kettles in the room. Also, there were no slippers provided, which I usually expect as a standard hotel amenity. Lotion was only given on the first day at check-in and never replenished. Another inconvenience was the lack of a “Do Not Disturb” or housekeeping sign for the door. On our last day, housekeeping came very late, and despite requesting coffee and lotion, we didn’t receive them. After the room was serviced, there was no coffee restocked, and we were only given one towel. On the positive side, the adults-only pool area was very nice—clean, relaxing, and with friendly staff. The gym was also quite good. However, the beach area was a bit crowded, and the water didn’t meet my expectations. I’ve stayed at Divi Village before, and the water there was amazing in comparison. Aruba is still one of my favorite places to visit, and I will definitely return—but unfortunately, I wouldn’t stay at this hotel again.

The pool and beach had no seating available even though you pay $69 fee. The towel people were rude. The manager promised us a seat under the hut, she never out the reservation through .

Such a Beautiful resort! Very friendly, helpful & accommodating staff. Food was delicious & there was an abundant selection of choices. Room was very clean, spacious & well designed with an amazing view! We loved the pool design & resort location on the gorgeous beach! We enjoyed our stay to the fullest & can’t wait to come back again soon!

Marriott property was lovely but unfortunately we came home and found out we contracted a bacterial infection common with traveling. Typically picked up through water or food. Would consider the Marriott not tell guests water is always safe. Maybe consider giving each guest in the room a bottle of water at 500ml instead of 3 smaller bottles. Found it strange that are room had four guest but only received 3 bottles. Finally would recommend not having water stations filled with cut fruit. Looks nice but fruit contaminated in the kitchen or not washed properly could be an issue. Property was nice but will not be returning to Aruba. The same issues exist here as do at other islands but pay a hefty premium for the location.