Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rocky coastline with clear turquoise water and people swimming.
A woman in a red bikini standing on a rock by a clear blue sea with rocky terrain and wind turbines in the distance.
A rocky coastline with a person sitting on a rock formation.
A group of giraffes in a zoo enclosure with a stone wall and metal fencing.
A rocky coastline with clear turquoise waters and a woman sitting on a rock.

Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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A nighttime pool area with illuminated lounge chairs and palm trees.
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Cas Ariba

While Cas Ariba isn't home to many top sights, Hooiberg and Donkey Sanctuary are some notable places to visit nearby.

Jamanota

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Jamanota and surrounding area, you can visit Arikok National Park Visitors Center and Donkey Sanctuary.

Macuarima

While Macuarima isn't home to many top sights, Donkey Sanctuary and Hooiberg are some notable places to visit nearby.

Jet skis on a turquoise beach with clear water and a boat in the distance.
Photo by Lisa Maldonado
Open Photo by Lisa Maldonado

Warawara

Warawara might not have many top sights, but Donkey Sanctuary and Arikok National Park Visitors Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Angochi

Angochi might not have many top sights, but Arikok National Park Visitors Center and Donkey Sanctuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee

WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee

3.5 out of 5
9 Palmitastraat Oranjestad
The price is 2.698.659 ₫ per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
2.698.659 ₫
3.674.543 ₫ total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf residence in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Renaissance Mall Aruba and Divi Golf and ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"I had to put everything a five star because it really was. I didn’t had any negative experience at all. The host was very friendly/polite and informative concerning where to go and eat, the accommodation was clean and utilities were functional, the property and neighborhood were safe. I mean, those ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee
Mammaloes

Mammaloes

2.5 out of 5
Balashi 24B Santa Cruz
The price is 3.092.199 ₫ per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
3.092.199 ₫
4.809.830 ₫ total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Renaissance Mall Aruba and Renaissance Island are ...
Mammaloes
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
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! (1,735 reviews)
"First off they place me in a room graded room from what I booked I had to argue just to get what I paid for they rude/not helpful at all I don’t recommend anyone to stay there at all"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

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WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee

WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee

3.5 out of 5
9 Palmitastraat Oranjestad
Stay at this golf residence in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Renaissance Mall Aruba and Divi Golf and ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"I had to put everything a five star because it really was. I didn’t had any negative experience at all. The host was very friendly/polite and informative concerning where to go and eat, the accommodation was clean and utilities were functional, the property and neighborhood were safe. I mean, those ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee
Coconut Inn

Coconut Inn

2.5 out of 5
Noord 31, Palm Beach Noord
Stay at this aparthotel in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Coconut Inn
Blue Residences

Blue Residences

4 out of 5
J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 266 Noord
Stay at this beach condo in Noord. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (851 reviews)
"Location was perfect, amazing view, property was beautiful and very spacious comfortable for family with kids."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

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A beach with waves and three kites flying in the sky.
Photo by Kelly Clarke
Open Photo by Kelly Clarke

De Palm Island

8.8/10 (257 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to De Palm Island during your stay in Santa Cruz. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
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A large rock formation with multiple cavities and a bench in front.

Paradera

A clear turquoise sea with a sandy beach and a forested island in the distance.

Pos Chiquito

A cave with a statue of the Virgin Mary, surrounded by flowers and a sign reading "LO ORDES".

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