Santa Cruz

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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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Cas Ariba

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cas Ariba and surrounding area, you can visit Hooiberg and Donkey Sanctuary.

Jamanota

When in Jamanota, you can plan a visit to Arikok National Park Visitors Center and Donkey Sanctuary, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Macuarima

While there might not be top attractions in Macuarima, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Donkey Sanctuary and Hooiberg.

Angochi

While Angochi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arikok National Park Visitors Center and Donkey Sanctuary.

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Warawara

While there might not be top attractions in Warawara, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Donkey Sanctuary and Arikok National Park Visitors Center.

WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee

WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee

3.5 out of 5
9A Palmitastraat Santa Cruz
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Mammaloes

Mammaloes

2.5 out of 5
Balashi 24B Santa Cruz
Stay at this B&B in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Renaissance Mall Aruba and Mangel Halto Beach are ...
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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
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WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee

WEAVING MILL ARUBA bed and coffee

3.5 out of 5
9A Palmitastraat Santa Cruz
Book a stay at this golf residence in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Renaissance Mall Aruba and Divi ...
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Coconut Inn

Coconut Inn

2.5 out of 5
Noord 31, Palm Beach Noord
Stay at this aparthotel in Noord. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Aruba Blue Village

Aruba Blue Village

2.5 out of 5
Cunucu Abao 37 Noord
Stay at this aparthotel in Noord. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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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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Things to do

De Palm Island All-Inclusive Adventure

De Palm Island Adventure Awaits

$183
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
De Palm Island Adventure Awaits
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Explore Aruba Island Tour

$59
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Explore Aruba Island Tour
Champagne Brunch & Aqua Safari - Luxury Catamaran Tour

Aruba Morning Snorkel Sail & Champagne Brunch

$92
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Aruba Morning Snorkel Sail & Champagne Brunch
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar

Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar

$124
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Palm Pleasure Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch & Open Bar
Banana Adventure Catamaran Shipwreck Snorkel and Turtle Swim

Banana Adventure Catamaran Shipwreck Snorkel and Turtle Swim

$65
per adult
Banana Adventure Catamaran Shipwreck Snorkel and Turtle Swim
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Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba

$140
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
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Cities near Santa Cruz

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Oranjestad

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Savaneta

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Paradera

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Balashi