Esmeralda Travel Guide
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 holiday is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit 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.
Boca Catalina Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
California Lighthouse
This iconic lighthouse has been a fixture on the island for more than 100 years. Climb to the top at sunset to enjoy romantic views of the coast.
Things to do
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails
Aruba Sail and Snorkel with Turtles at WW2 Shipwreck Includes BBQ
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Aruba Jet Ski Waverunner Rental
Top hotels in Esmeralda
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
"This was a great choice for our first trip to Aruba. The private island was a highlight of our trip! We booked a cabana at Iguana Beach, which was well worth it. We stayed on the Family😎 side, which had a much better view and upgraded to an ocean view suite which was lovely to see the ocean each ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
"Staff at this property were very nice and always someone there to ask for help/directions. Buffet was average. The pure lime mexican restaurant was fabulous!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Divi Village Golf & Beach Resort
"No elevators but the resort was goid"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
"AMAZING, INCREDIBLE truly wonderful place. Everything and everyone was great. Special thank you to Yolunda supervisor of housekeeping who dealt with one issue we had with such grace. Thank you to Jadee and Raoul who made our days at the pool/beach wonderful. But most of all thank you to Enrique, ..."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
"Everyone was pleasant and the food and drinks were great. My one major complaint would be the rooms could be updated and the bed mattress was absolutely horrible. It was like sleeping on the floor."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton Aruba Beach Resort
"Breakfast was really great, amazing staff, very clean hotel , great location near eagle beach and palm beach"
Reviewed on 19 May 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
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westpunt and surrounding area, you can visit Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Malmok Beach.
Opal
Though Opal may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Beach and Stellaris Casino.
Bakval
Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Boroncana
While Boroncana isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba are some notable places to visit nearby.
Saliña Cerca
While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
