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LOCATION:
The resort
is located on 1,200 feet of pristine Palm Beach, one of the world’s
most beautiful beaches just a 2-1/2 hour flight from Miami, outside
the hurricane belt. A 15 minute drive from the airport, and minutes
from downtown Oranjestad, the Aruba Grand Resort & Casino is perfectly
located near the attractions of the 70 sq. mile island.
The Aruba Grand provides the world’s finest personal service and
facilities. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed and the ambience embraces
the uniqueness of the local culture. Create your own island experience
among the variety of services offered at the resort.
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ACCOMMODATION:
Each
of the resort’s rooms is characterized by captivating views
of the crystal white beach and emerald sea. Choose from multiple
room styles including functional condominium style apartments,
hotel rooms or spacious suites with numerous luxury appointments.
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Superior - Located in the main Tower Building, 4th Floor 2 queen
beds with standing balcony. Ocean/pool view available on request.
Non-smoking rooms available. Updated in late 2003.
Maximum occupancy: 4
Deluxe - Located on floors 6, 7 and 8 in the main tower building.
Ocean/pool view available on request. Non-smoking rooms available,
1 king or 2 queen beds, bedding type is on request only. Renovated
in late 2003.
Maximum occupancy: 4
Grand Ocean View Corner Room - Corner rooms (639, 640, 739, 740,
839, and 840) with windows overlooking the beach. King bed only.
Full ocean and oceanfront view. Corner room. Equipped with standing
balcony. Renovated in late 2003.
Maximum occupancy: 2
Lanai Unit - Located on the 1st or 2nd floor of a separate 2 story
building located beside the pool. Full ocean view and pool view
with pool and beach access. Equipped with patio. King or 2 queen
beds. Bedding type is on request only. Updated in late 2003.
Maximum occupancy: 4
Junior Suite - Located on floors 4 and 6. Full ocean view and
pool view. King bed only. Equipped with 2 standing balconies and
a sitting area. Updated in late 2003.
Maximum occupancy: 2
Parlor Suite - Located on floors 7 and 8. Full ocean view and
pool view. King bed only. Equipped with 2 standing balconies and
a private sitting area from the master. Renovated in late 2003.
Maximum occupancy: 2
1 Bedroom Oceanfront Suite - Located on the 1st floor. Oceanfront,
just feet from the beach. Private patio facing the beach. Equipped
with a king bed, 1 bath, living room, kitchen, dining area, a
queen sleeper sofa and VCR. No extra person charge.
Maximum occupancy: 4
1 Bedroom Oceanview Grand Suite - Located on floors 3 and 5. Ocean
view equipped with a king or 2 queen beds, 1 bath, standing balcony,
kitchen, living area, dining area, queen sleeper sofa, and VCR.
No extra person charge.
Maximum occupancy: 4
2 Bedroom Oceanfront Suite - Located on the 1st or 2nd floor.
Oceanfront, just feet from the beach. Private patio facing the
beach. Equipped with a king bed in the master and 2 twin beds
in the second bedroom, 2 baths, dining area, living area, queen
sleeper sofa and VCR. No extra person charge.
Maximum occupancy: 6
2 Bedroom Oceanview Grand Suite - Located on floors 3 and 5. Ocean
view equipped with a king or 2 queen beds in each room, 2 baths,
standing balcony, kitchen, living area, dining area, queen sleeper
sofa, and VCR. No extra person charge.
Maximum occupancy: 6
Guest
Room Amenities
• Oversized guest rooms
• Large private baths
• Walk-in closets
• Mini refrigerators
• Fully air-conditioned
• Hair dryers
• Private room safe
• Touch-tone telephones with data port
• Iron and ironing board
• Satellite TV
• 110 electric current
• Ocean view step-out
• Balcony or patio
• Monogrammed toweling robes
• AM/FM clock radios
• Washer & dryer onsite |
Additional
Amenities for Deluxe Ocean View, Grand Ocean View Corner
Room & Parlor Suites
• In room coffee pots with service for two
• Marble & granite bathrooms
• Sitting area
• Tommy Bahama furnishings
• Luxury Egyptian bed linens
• Nautilus Sleep System Mattresses with individual
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RESTAURANTS,
BARS & CASINO:
Seawatch
Restaurant - The Seawatch Restaurant is open for breakfast,
lunch and dinner. Breakfast is always served with a smile to be
certain your day in paradise starts off just right. A lunch menu
is offered throughout the afternoon. Shoes and cover ups are required
during breakfast and lunch. Your evening dining experience in
Aruba should begin at the romantic Seawatch Restaurant which offers
“al fresco” dining at its finest. You can enjoy international
cuisine in a casually elegant dining atmosphere. When you visit
the Seawatch Restaurant, you will meet new friends and experience
the excellent service and hospitality of the Aruba Grand. Relax
and enjoy our Chef’s nightly dinner specials, a variety
of tempting desserts, and a great selection of exotic coffee drinks
and cordials as the “Grand Finale” to your dining
experience. Casual evening attire.
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Whale’s Rib Restaurant - For
more casual dining in the evening, enjoy the cozy nautical atmosphere
of the Whale’s Rib and sample fresh appetizers, sumptuous
seafood selections and sandwiches served with our popular homemade
chips. Casual resort attire.
“On
the Rocks” Bar & Grill - The “On the
Rocks” Bar & Grill is best known for BBQ ribs and chicken,
sizzling cheeseburgers and fat, juicy kosher hot dogs. Your lunch
at the beach bar should always include your favorite frosty tropical
beverage as the perfect accompaniment to your poolside lunch.
Enjoy our daily happy hour with live entertainment.
Oasis Lobby Bar - End your evening with the perfect
nightcap of your favorite cordial, a frothy cappuccino, or one
of our exotic coffee drinks at the Oasis Lobby Bar.
Fantail Bar - The Fantail Bar, located adjacent
to the Seawatch Restaurant, is open for lunch in casual attire,
sunset beverages when the beach bar closes and throughout the
evening for cocktails and cappuccino.
Deli / Mini-Mart - Our Deli, located off the main lobby
opens at 6 a.m. luring guests with the aroma of fresh brewing
coffee and light breakfast treats. Prepared foods are also available
at the Deli. Quick salads and sandwiches for a picnic lunch at
the beach can be arranged by our friendly staff. The Ice Cream
Parlor is also the place to find a selection of premium brand
ice cream served in old fashioned homemade waffle cones.
Food items, groceries and sundry items that include, crackers,
cheese, cookies, fresh fruit, cereal, toothpaste, deodorant, sunscreen,
aspirin and hair care items are also available for purchase. Beach
toys, souvenir items, books and magazines can also be found at
the Mini-Mart off the main lobby.
The Aruba Grand has a beautiful logo and many logo items are available
for sale as a souvenir of your honeymoon, or family vacation.
The lovely Aruba Grand monogrammed toweling robes available for
use in your room may also be found in the store.
Casino - If Lady Luck is your temptress, seek
your fortune at the lively tropical Caribbean style Casino off
the lobby entrance for a night’s entertainment. Casino game
play includes a selection of slot machines and table games.
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HOTEL SERVICES & FACILITIES : |
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MEETING
& EVENTS FACILITIES:
• Perfect for groups 25-120 people
• Theater style up to 125 people
• Private functions and dinners for up to 120
• Cocktail receptions up to 300
• All equipment available
Should you require information regarding special services including
group rates for a future date, a corporate incentive or association
meeting, family reunion, banquet or catering needs for a special
occasion.
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RECREATION:
Golf - Championship Golf
is available at Tierra del Sol, a Robert Trent Jones designed
course, located just minutes away from the resort. The Aruba Grand
maintains an access agreement with the golf course, which allows
for scheduling of tee times up to one year in advance for resort
guests.
Tierra del Sol, the first course in the Caribbean equipped with
satellite technology in the golf carts, represents a pleasant
and challenging play of eighteen windy, rollicking holes that
are home to wild goats and fast greens fringed by cacti and gnarled
divi divi trees.
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Tennis - If tennis is your
game, feel free to test your skills day or night at the two lighted
courts at the south end of the resort. Check with the Concierge
for the availability of individual and group lessons.
Fitness
Center - Fitness is in at the Aruba Grand! If fitness
is a regular part of your daily routine, inquire about our state-of-the-art
fitness center located on the lower level of the resort. The fitness
facility has been designed with a full array of patented Life
Fitness equipment including the very latest cardiovascular and
strength training products available. The center is equipped with
user-friendly treadmills, upright and recumbent LifeCycles, cross
trainers and cardiovascular equipment featuring the patented Life
Pulse Heart Rate Sensor with precision digital readout used by
medical facilities. All of our equipment is outfitted with Wireless
Cardio Theater, a revolutionary audiovisual entertainment system
designed specially for the health and fitness industry. For fitness
training, contact the Fitness Center manager.
Swimming
- We invite you to enjoy our Olympic size fresh water swimming
pool or relax in the shade of your favorite tiki hut on the expansive
beachfront of the resort. Beach towels, lounge chairs, volleyball
court and tiki huts are available to Aruba Grand guests.
Water
Sports - Located on-site, Unique Sports of Aruba, a PADI
Certified Dive Center supplies you with all the water activities
the Caribbean offers. With a vast selection of water sporting
equipment, and an experienced staff, Unique Sports will provide
the excitement you desire!
Choose from scuba-diving one of Aruba’s stunning wrecks,
skiing, wind surfing, parasailing and boating tours. These are
just a few of the activities you’ll enjoy while at the Aruba
Grand.
Choose from many wreck and reef dives sites, such as: the Antilla
Wreck (400’ long and the largest wreck in the Caribbean),
the Pedernales Wreck, the Tugboat Wreck, Debbie II Tanker, Jane
Sea Freighter, and fascinating coral reefs. Unique Sports of Aruba
is not affiliated with the Aruba Grand. They are independently
owned, operated and function under their own rules and regulations.
BUSINESS SERVICES: Two internet
kiosks are available in
the lobby area to provide you with the convenience of communicating
electronically. Information and rates can be obtained from the
front desk.
Dataports are in all guest rooms and fax/copying service is also
available.
BEAUTY SHOP: If you feel like pampering yourself
during your stay with us, schedule a massage, manicure, pedicure
or haircut and style at Marietta’s Beauty Salon* located
on the lower level of the resort near the fitness center.
*Marietta’s Beauty Salon is not affiliated with the Aruba
Grand. They are independently owned, operated and function under
their own rules and regulations.
BEACH SERVICES: The
Aruba Grand sits on 9 acres of tropically landscaped grounds bordering
beautiful Palm Beach. We invite you to enjoy our Olympic size
swimming pool or relax in the shade of your favorite tiki hut
on the expansive uncrowded beachfront of the resort. Beach towels,
lounge chairs and tiki huts are available to Aruba Grand guests
only. If you are interested in reserving a particular tiki hut,
please see the front desk for information and reservations
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