Opal Travel Guide
Noord
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.
Tierra del Sol Golf Course
Play a round of golf in Noord at Tierra del Sol Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as snorkelling. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
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.
Top hotels in Opal
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
Beautiful view of the ocean. The bed was comfortable and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
The food was great and everything else . We will definitely go back here.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
Clean complex, great staff
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Right on beach, very safe location, across the street from a strip of shops/dining
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba - All Inclusive
The staff was amazing. Jose, Jack, Dante & Antdone are the stars
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Opal
Bakval
Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Esmeralda
When in Esmeralda, you can plan a visit to Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Palm Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Saliña Cerca
While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Hyatt Regency Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
