The Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort & Casino has recently gone through a $20 million redesign, which is obvious the second you get there.  This resort offers intimacy and serenity, along with action and activity on a beachfront access, and is perfect for everyone, from couples to families to groups.  Their beautiful open-air lobby is where you will get your first impact of the intricate redesign through looking at their beautiful light fixtures, white marble floors, sleek couches, and breezy white curtains.

 Their upgraded 360 guest rooms all now include flat-screen TVs, iHome alarm clocks, bathrooms with more space, rainshower showerheads and stylish marble countertops all designed with a “Caribbean-contemporary” décor in bright, but not tacky, oranges and greens.  They also have many varieties and levels of Suites available, so you can choose the room that is more specific to your needs and preference. 

If you are looking for unbeatable views, any of the rooms should satisfy, but the Sunset Suites and Ocean Front King Suites are the best when it comes to views and tranquility.  And if you’re looking for the most luxury and accommodations to really spoil yourself, the Governor’s Suite would be ideal.  Located on the top floor, on the Regency Club level, the space consists of cathedral ceilings, two furnished rooftop terraces, a large living room, multiple bathrooms, and Regency Club access.  Through the Regency Club, you are offered complimentary breakfast, evening hors d’oeuvres and wine each day in the private lounge, a dedicated concierge staff, and more between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m.  And for families the three-bedroom Orquidea Suites offer you and your family a comfortable deluxe living room, a conference table for eight, a long balcony with stunning views, a master king bedroom, and two queen bedrooms with French balconies.

When it comes to dining, the Hyatt offers special accommodations that are ideal for groups, families, or couples.  For groups, the qualified staff members can arrange activities and meals for groups or couples that start with a chauffeured limp ride, and are topped off with your favorite dessert and after-dinner drink.  And for groups you can arrange a gourmet group brunch rich on the beach underneath a palapa.  You can dine on the outdoor, torch-lit, patio of the hotel’s Ruinas del Mar, which offers twists on traditional Spanish cuisine in a dramatic atmosphere.  It is also recommended to tray the restaurants lavish Sunday brunch, served 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and which is popular with locals.  Other dining at the restaurant include:  gourmet Asian at Café Japengo, Northern Italian at the casual Café Piccolo, fresh South American food and an extensive drink menu at the Palms Restaurant, where you can dine to the sounds and entertainment of live music and Latin dancers.

For couples, you can arrange special meals or exhibitions for private occasions, such as honeymoons or engagements.  The Hyatt’s “Ultimate Experience” sunset cruise for two includes a private two-hour sail for two aboard the The Fiesta (a 62-foot catamaran), and where you are treated to a five-course gourmet dinner cooked onboard by a personal chef.  The night starts with a limousine ride from the hotel to the pier and a red carpet escort to the ship.  The bar on the ship will be pre-stocked with you choices of preferred cocktails and Dom Perignon, and you can dine and drink to the sound of the saxophone serenade, and keep these memories from the discreet, professional photographer which will take candid photos of the night.

 And for activities, you can spend time at the bustling casino, listening to the live music throughout the resort, and at the many outdoor lounges.  Also on the grounds is their Stillwater Spa, the Fitness center, and their three-tier pool (with swim-up Balashi Bar and waterslide).  Also located at both the hotel lobby and on the beach, you will find information desks for the onsite adventure outfitters, Red Sail Sports.  Through the outfitters, safe and knowledgeable guides oversee diving lessons, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing charters, and many other watersports.  Their packages come in large group, family-friendly and full-day-with-meal itinerary options. For more information regarding Aruba, contact tropicaltravel.net

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