Why Boardwalk is the perfect place to celebrate life's special moments
Last updated: July 23, 2026
There’s no shortage of occasions to get into a celebratory mood. For you, that moment might as well be booking your next vacation to Aruba, which is festive enough. For sure. And then there’s all these other reasons to celebrate life’s special moments from birthdays and babymoons to vow renewals, and everything in between. In this blog we’ll provide you with insights why Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba is the perfect place for your special milestone and how our team at can assist in turning your celebration into something extraordinary and memorable.
Birthday
Every birthday deserves to be celebrated, right? At Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba we’ll help you celebrate in style, no matter what age. Well, not entirely. Since we are an adults-only boutique hotel, we only allow guests of 18 years or older.
Planning a milestone birthday celebration and turning 21, 30, 40 or even wiser and younger at heart? Our team’s got you covered. We shower you and your party with love and attention, decorate your private casita, serve you celebratory amenities and make you feel extra special, all day long.
In addition to complimentary props and treats our team can assist in ordering flowers, cake, champagne or whatever extras you’d desire to turn your birthday party into a fantastic feast. Just let us know your wishes and we happily help you brainstorm, plan and place orders with our local partners and vendors in Aruba.
Wedding anniversary
For your wedding anniversary or any other milestone anniversary celebration in Aruba Boardwalk Boutique Hotel serves as the perfect location. Intimate gardens and twinkling lights make for the most romantic backdrop, while private casitas like our plunge pool casita provide the unique hideaway to celebrate your anniversary.
Looking for some additional elements to celebrate your romance? Enjoy your wedding anniversary in style with a relaxing Spa treatment, a romantic dinner for two in a secluded nook in our lush gardens and more. You can add these memorable experiences to your stay by booking our Romance Package.
Honeymoon
Newly-weds will feel right at home at Boardwalk Boutique Hotel, named one of the most romantic places in Aruba. After all the stress of wedding planning is over and it’s time to indulge in all the memories you made on your big day, it is now time to relax and enjoy.
Couples can choose from a wide range of romantic activities and amenities for two, ranging from lazy mornings with breakfast served in bed to floating meditations in our intimate tranquility pool. The options are endless. For some additional Zen and bliss on your honeymoon couples can add the Tranquility Package to their stay.
Babymoon
Well, if you’ve had the most romantic honeymoon chances are you’ll be planning a babymoon a few months later. And as you are about to enter an entirely new phase in your life and start preparing for parenthood, nothing can be more welcoming than a last retreat together.
As a tranquil, adults-only oasis Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba offers the calm and quiet setting for a most romantic getaway. Intimate dinners, festive toasts with tropical mocktails and endless sunny days contribute to the celebration of your babymoon in Aruba.
You’ll find bliss at every corner of our lush, tropical gardens filled with hammocks and private nooks made for cocooning and swooning. Soon-to-be parents are extra pampered and celebrated with Boardwalk’s Babymoon Package, that can be booked as an add-on to your stay.
Renewing vows
Saying ‘I do’ is one of the most stellar moments in life. Renewing your vows and recommitting to your spouse on the tropical, white sand beaches of Aruba can turn into something equally romantic and special as your original wedding day.
In Aruba you can join the largest vow renewal celebration in the Caribbean on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Eagle Beach. The 8th annual Aruba I Do Vow Renewal Ceremony takes place at sunset on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. If you are staying at Boardwalk Boutique Hotel around mid-August and would like to enroll in this free public celebration in Aruba, let our team know in advance.
For couples celebrating their renewal of vows in Aruba, Boardwalk Boutique Hotel throws in some additional festive elements to make your day extra special. Celebratory touches can include a bridal bouquet, champagne toast, special transportation and more.
Destination wedding
Even though Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba is not a wedding venue, it is the perfect place to get ready for your big day and make a grand entrance to your chosen venue! Nestled on a former coconut plantation, the hotel offers comfortable casitas that provide a serene and elegant backdrop for bridal preparations leading up to your destination wedding.
Imagine starting the day of your destination wedding in Aruba with a relaxing spa session, followed by professional hair and makeup services in a beautifully appointed casita. With a range of spacious, Caribbean-style casitas, we offer an intimate atmosphere that is perfect for hosting smaller guest groups at Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba as well.
For an overview of preferred wedding planners, local wedding photographers and other specialized on-island services to turn your destination dream wedding into a beautiful reality, have a look here.
Happily separated
What better place to celebrate the start of a new chapter in your life than on the One happy island. A trend or not, there’s been quite a few divorcees that found their way to Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba to mark a new chapter here. After a divorce, break-up or separation an intimate hotel amidst secluded, lush gardens and a private casita to retreat to, might be just the comfort, solace and safety you need to recover and reset.
Our team is here to help you turn your newfound freedom into a compassionate celebration. And with plenty of nooks and corners to retreat into, a hammock on your private patio to snuggle up in, and beautiful beaches and a tropical oasis to admire, your mood will turn into relaxing and restorative in no time.
Let us help you plan your happy divorce travel and let our island’s warmth and sun therapy do the rest. Plus, should you consider traveling to Aruba alone; our island is very safe, and Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba is a perfect destination for solo travelers.
Our accommodations
Heading to Aruba with a small group for a special occasion or celebration? Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba offers various two-bedroom casitas for friends and family traveling together. Each of our two-bedroom casitas can sleep up to 5 adults. Please be advised that we are a small boutique hotel and known for the tranquility and peacefulness on property. Therefore, we only allow group bookings up to a maximum of 3 casitas. Our accommodations consist of six different types of casitas, each individually appointed with a unique character, embracing island living and Caribbean flair.
Festive experiences
Whatever your celebration or reason to stay at Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba, our team can help arrange special touches and festive experiences, like booking a private chef to prepare an extravagant meal in the privacy and comfort of your own casita or patio. Our on-property Spa offers a variety of wellness treatments, couples’ massages and relaxing treatments, while personalized touches from our dedicated concierge make celebrations feel truly special.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a babymoon, and does Boardwalk offer a package for it?
A babymoon is a getaway couples take together before welcoming their baby. Boardwalk's calm, adults-only setting is well suited for this quiet retreat, and our Babymoon Package can be added on as a celebratory touch.
Can we celebrate our wedding anniversary at Boardwalk?
Absolutely. Our intimate gardens, twinkling lights, and private casitas set the scene for an anniversary celebration. Guests looking to add extra romance can book our Romance Package, which includes a spa treatment and a private dinner in the gardens.
Is Boardwalk suitable for celebrating milestone birthdays?
Yes. As an adults-only hotel, we welcome guests 18 and older to celebrate birthdays in style. Our team can decorate your private casita, arrange celebratory amenities, and help order flowers, cake, or champagne through our local partners.
Is Boardwalk a good place to travel to after a divorce or separation, or as a solo traveler?
Yes. Many guests have chosen Boardwalk to mark a new chapter after a life change. Our private casitas and peaceful garden setting offer space to reset, and the hotel is a comfortable option for solo travelers as well.
Can groups or families book multiple casitas together?
Yes, though space is limited given our size. Two-bedroom casitas can sleep up to 5 adults, and we allow group bookings of up to 3 casitas to preserve the quiet, intimate feel of the property.
Do you offer anything special for honeymooners?
Yes. Newlyweds can enjoy a range of romantic experiences, from breakfast in bed to floating meditations in our tranquility pool. For added relaxation, couples can add the Tranquility Package to their stay.
Can we renew our wedding vows at Boardwalk?
Vow renewals don't take place at the hotel itself. Our team can help you join the annual Aruba I Do Vow Renewal Ceremony on Eagle Beach each August, and we can add festive touches to your stay such as a bridal bouquet or champagne toast to mark the occasion.
Can we renew our wedding vows at Boardwalk?
Vow renewals don't take place at the hotel itself. Our team can help you join the annual Aruba I Do Vow Renewal Ceremony on Eagle Beach each August, and we can add festive touches to your stay such as a bridal bouquet or champagne toast to mark the occasion.
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