Fact Sheet

Last updated: Fri, 11/21/2025 - 10:12

1. Overview

Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba is an adults-only (18+) boutique hideaway set within a historic coconut plantation, just steps from Palm Beach. This award-winning Caribbean retreat features 49 standalone, fully equipped casitas nestled in lush tropical gardens with hammocks, shaded patios, and serene relaxation zones.

Guests enjoy: two pools (one lively, one tranquil), The Coco Café restaurant & bar, and exclusive access to a dedicated beach area on Palm Beach.

Boardwalk is known for its laid-back luxury, Caribbean charm, and nature-forward design philosophy.

2. About Us

Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba is an independently owned, family-run, and female-led boutique hotel. It is locally rooted, proudly Aruban, and known for combining barefoot luxury with a strong focus on sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.

• Travelife Gold Certification
• Regenerative Travel Member
• 2 Michelin Keys (2025)
• TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award
• Featured as Hotel of the Week by Condé Nast Traveler

The hotel sits on a former working coconut plantation, preserving original structures and native flora to maintain a deep connection to Aruba's heritage.

3. Location

• Situated on Aruba's "One Happy Island," safely outside the hurricane belt
• Steps from Palm Beach, near top restaurants and nightlife
• Set within a quiet, lush coconut plantation environment
• Warm, sunny weather year-round with cooling trade winds

Address: Bakval 20, Palm Beach, Aruba

4. Accommodation

Boardwalk offers 49 spacious casitas, each unique and designed with Caribbean color palettes, natural materials, and indoor-outdoor living concepts.

Casita Types & Specifications

Coco Casita

• Max 2 adults
• King bed
• Kitchenette
• Private patio with hammock & BBQ
• 45 m² / 485 sq ft

Deluxe Coco Casita

• Max 2 adults
• King bed
• Kitchenette
• Indoor hand-painted mural
• Private patio with hammock & BBQ
• 50 m² / 540 sq ft

One Bedroom Casita

• Max 3 guests
• King or 2 Queens
• Full kitchen
• Oversized patio with BBQ & hammock
• 75 m² / 810 sq ft

Palapa Lodge 360

• Max 2 adults
• King bed
• Thatched-roof suite
• 360° wraparound terrace
• 70 m² / 750 sq ft

Plunge Pool Casita

• Max 2 adults
• King 4-poster bed
• Kitchenette
• Private plunge pool, sundeck, hammock, BBQ
• 280 m² / 3,000 sq ft

Two Bedroom Casita

• Max 5 guests
• 1 King + 2 Queens
• Full kitchen
• XXL patio with BBQ, hammock, outdoor dining
• 110 m² / 1,200 sq ft

5. Casita Highlights

• Fully air-conditioned
• Kitchen or kitchenette in most units
• Private patios with hammocks & BBQs
• Outdoor showers in select units
• Aruba Aloe bath amenities
• Filtered drinking water
• Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
• Mobile key access
• Hotel Web App for:
  • Breakfast ordering
  • Beach palapa reservations
  • Property map
  • Local tips

6. Dining

The Coco Café

Located at the heart of the property, offering a menu inspired by Aruban flavors, Belgian heritage, and Mediterranean influences.

Hours:

• Breakfast: 8:00–11:00 AM
• All-day dining: 12:00–10:00 PM
• Daily cocktail hour at the main pool

Highlights:

• Vegan & gluten-free options available
• Fresh, local ingredients
• Poolside & beachside service

Special Dining Experiences

• Private Dining: Barbecue meal prepared by a local Aruban chef featuring fresh catch
• Floating Breakfast: Exclusive to Plunge Pool Casita guests

7. Pools & Wellness

• Main Pool: Overwater hammock, lively atmosphere, cocktail hour
• Garden Pool: Tranquil pool surrounded by tropical greenery
• Cozy in- & outdoor gym with cardio & strength equipment
• Yoga & soundbath sessions (seasonal)
• On-site spa offering massages, facials, and scrubs (in-room or outdoor options available)

8. Beach Experience

• Dedicated beach area on Palm Beach
• Complimentary palapas & lounge chairs
• Beach shuttle service
• Beachside food & beverage service
• Complimentary snorkeling gear, coolers, and portable beach chairs are available for exploring Aruba's many beautiful beaches beyond Palm Beach.

9. Sustainability Overview

Boardwalk Boutique Hotel leads with measurable sustainability and regenerative practices:

Energy & Resource Efficiency

• 100% LED lighting and ultra-efficient inverter A/C systems
• 80+ solar panels powering lobby & new casitas (up to 90% electricity savings)
• Advanced water-filtration & reverse-osmosis system producing over 1.8M liters annually for irrigation and flushing
• 30%+ of water used on property is self-produced

Green Building & Biodiversity

• Sustainable construction: insulated walls, roofs, and slabs for energy reduction
• 2,300+ trees and plants added, producing approx. 100 tons of oxygen annually
• Habitat creation for native birds, bees, butterflies

Waste Reduction & Low-Impact Operations

• Mobile keys & digital communication reduce paper use
• Composting of 700+ kg of green waste annually
• "Join the Pipe" water bottle program eliminates thousands of single-use plastics
• Refillable Aruba Aloe bath product dispensers

Community & Regenerative Tourism

Guest-participation opportunities via "Do-Good Program":

• Beach cleanups
• Reef conservation dives
• Composting while on vacation
• Food donations
• Supporting local artisans
• "Adopt a Stray" program via local animal rescues
• Reduce–reuse initiatives through refillable water stations

Benefits for Guests

Guests stay in a property with significantly reduced environmental impact, while having opportunities to engage in meaningful conservation activities and discover the island's nature and culture through immersive experiences.

10. Unique Features & Amenities

• Multilingual staff
• Complimentary parking in gated community
• Concierge with locally curated recommendations
• Non-smoking, cash-free, adults-only (18+) property
• Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi throughout
• Snorkeling gear, coolers, and beach chairs
• Mobile key access
• Hotel Web App for dining, beach, and activity support

11. Awards & Certifications

• Travelife Gold Certification
• 2024 Regenerative Travel Impact Award (People's Choice)
• 2 Michelin Keys (2025)
• TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award, 10 consecutive years
• Condé Nast Traveler "Hotel of the Week"

12. Policies

• Adults-only: 18+
• Non-smoking
• Cashless property
• Check-in: 3:00 PM
• Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Cancellation: 45 days (seasonal variations apply)
• Service animals permitted

13. Travel Advisor Program

• Industry stay experiences
• Complimentary amenities for special occasions
• Regular destination updates
• Dedicated advisor communications

14. Contact Information

Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba

Bakval 20, Palm Beach, Aruba
🌐 Website: www.boardwalkaruba.com
📧 [email protected]
📞 +297-586-6654
📸 Instagram: @boardwalkhotelaruba