Esmeralda
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.
Alto Vista Chapel
Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.
Things to do
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Noord: Arikok National Park Jeep Tour with Baby Beach Visit
Sunset Sailing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Cocktails
Top hotels in Esmeralda
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Beautiful room ; great view! Very helpful staff . I wasn’t familiar with the hotel website that you need to download to register for palapa thatched umbrellas on the beach. There is a proceed you must follow to get one for free . Many are already paid for in advance but the staff showed me how to ...
Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Amazing hotel staff and area 100%
Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
Loved the coffee shop with fresh bakery items. Would like to see more entertainment.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
All was well.
Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
Beautiful location, liked the rooms, food was slightly more limited than some resorts but we went off alot and ate food at all the local places, which was great (so many options walking distance and we traveled with young kids), casino was off to the side inside the resort so wasn't overpowering ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Room was super clean, friendly staff, older clientele of people.
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 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 Boca Catalina 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 Boca Catalina 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, Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
