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.
Malmok Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Malmok Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Beach with cliff jumping
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Noord: Arikok National Park Jeep Tour with Baby Beach Visit
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise Aboard The Dolphin Catamaran
Top hotels in Esmeralda
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Great location and the staff it’s amazing. Thank you Melissa and Janice .
Reviewed on 12 Mar, 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
The place is very clean. The staff are friendly and helpful when needed. Plenty of beach and chairs for those gorgeous beach days. Tons of restaurants and bars within walking distance.
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
Rooms have been upgraded nicely
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Divi Village All Inclusive Villas
It’s not directly on the beach so will require some walking to get there.
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
Beautiful resort . Staff amazing
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Ocean front view was amazing, watching the sunset from our room was breathtaking. Very relaxing vacation, updated and very clean rooms. Will definitely come back!
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 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 Malmok 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 Malmok 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.
