Title: Opal Travel Guide: Best of Opal, Noord Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Opal](https://expedia.co.uk/Opal-Hotels.d553248635976395394.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Opal Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Opal.d553248635976395394.Car-Hire-Guide)[Opal Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Opal.d553248635976395394.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Opal Travel Guide ## Noord ## Visit Opal Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Noord travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Noord.dx6024022) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Eagle Beach featuring a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049225/34f38398-b430-441e-8ae2-fd610a8bd4f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eagle Beach 4.5/5(9 reviews) Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eagle-Beach-Eagle-Beach.d6049225.Attraction) ![Palm Beach showing a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070840/380ee14d-39b1-4cb9-9da9-5ef8cbc7f03c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Beach 4.5/5(6 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palm-Beach-Noord.d6070840.Attraction) ![Arashi Beach showing a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070797/cbe825f7-ad43-470b-a177-75c86b8fd89b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arashi Beach 4.5/5(5 reviews) Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arashi-Beach-Noord.d6070797.Attraction) ![This was taken at Catalina cove. These little fish were right off the beach there must have been thousands of them. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6194494/67bb9b30-8877-4080-8b52-9eef31079511.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boca-Catalina-Beach-Noord.d6248024.Attraction) ![Butterfly Farm which includes animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070817/d05d0432-5fad-476a-a792-9a24da935f08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Butterfly Farm 5/5(1 review) Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Butterfly-Farm-Palm-Beach.d6070817.Attraction) ![Butterfly Farm](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070817/b4fc7827-1c46-4f2c-8676-d2e3600007db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bubali Bird Sanctuary Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Bubali Bird Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Noord. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or seek out the snorkelling spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bubali-Bird-Sanctuary-Palm-Beach.d6127499.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1428834/4867e827-5eea-4a31-a4bb-6623ad915744.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar £50 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dolphin-catamaran-snorkel-and-sail-with-open-bar.a1428834.activity-details) ![Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/306750/fa480729-23b9-4c6e-8399-d869cb8ad093.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails £52 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-cruise-by-catamaran-with-snacks-cocktails.a306750.activity-details) ![Noord: Arikok National Park Jeep Tour with Baby Beach Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47971540/f8cf322c-7398-461e-afd8-49cc470de4c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Noord: Arikok National Park Jeep Tour with Baby Beach Visit £73 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/noord-arikok-national-park-jeep-tour-with-baby-beach-visit.a47971540.activity-details) ![Exciting Tube Ride in Aruba](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1428858/993dd778-54d9-4a88-a122-10fcf464fb52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Exciting Tube Ride in Aruba £18 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/exciting-tube-ride-in-aruba.a1428858.activity-details) ![Families enjoying view from underwater windows](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/205574/361d36c6-5b5b-4637-ac79-b32c7c2cd183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seaworld Explorer Aruba - Tour by Semi-Submarine £58 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/seaworld-explorer-aruba-tour-by-semi-submarine.a205574.activity-details) ![Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48047940/c379907d-30e7-4383-9db6-82a2387b2ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aruba: Horseback Ride Tour to Wariruri Beach £78 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/aruba-horseback-ride-tour-to-wariruri-beach.a48047940.activity-details) [See all activities in Noord](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Noord.d6024022.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Opal ![Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6000/5956/6f50ef2e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG J E Irausquin Boulevard 230 Noord £457 21 Feb - 22 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Noord. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,683 reviews) As always the resort and staff were very nice. The only thing that was not good was one of our room assignments. One of our rooms was 5750\. Although the room was clean and in order, you have to deal with loud music coming from across the street until about 1am every night. Next time we will try for ... Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=5956&PinnedHotelID=5956&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) ![Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28400/28399/816cc91c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort L G Smith Boulevard 82 Oranjestad Stay at this luxury resort in Oranjestad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,391 reviews) It was delightful. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=28399&PinnedHotelID=28399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=28399&PinnedHotelID=28399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) ![Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28700/28648/c1474878_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive J E Irausquin Boulevard 77 Noord Stay at this beach resort in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,525 reviews) The room was nice and bright, and very clean! Though it could have used some touch up spots to cover scuff marks. The conditioner in the shower was amazing! First resort that has had really good conditioner! Every person there, from the front desk to, bartenders and wait staff and cleaning lady we're ... Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=28648&PinnedHotelID=28648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=28648&PinnedHotelID=28648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) ![Divi Aruba All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/454100/454052/a8b91962_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Divi Aruba All Inclusive J E Irausquin Boulevard 45 Oranjestad Stay at this beach resort in Oranjestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,373 reviews) The recently rennovated room was great, and right on the beach. The restaurants were excellent as was the staff Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=454052&PinnedHotelID=454052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=454052&PinnedHotelID=454052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) ![Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24300/24250/291d947b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino L G Smith Boulevard 101 Noord £802 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Noord. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) The hotel and rooms were very clean and the enjoyable. The only complaint we had was the music from the DJ was a little too loud in the lobby at night and you could heard it from our room Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=24250&PinnedHotelID=24250&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) ![Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/564000/563906/7f5f1c4d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive J E Irausquin Boulevard 41 Oranjestad Stay at this beach resort in Oranjestad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,516 reviews) Room was clean. Only issue was the electronic sliding door alarm fell off. Enjoyed all the restaurants and staff were very friendly and made sure we were very well taken care off Shuttles between the resorts were convenient and we never waited very long. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=563906&PinnedHotelID=563906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=563906&PinnedHotelID=563906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395394) [See all 4,382 properties in Opal](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976395394) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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