We went to Aruba 19Apr-25Apr2013 (5 nights) with 8 adults and 2 children (2 x villas + 2 x guest rooms). We used someone else's timeshare slot and just paid for their maintenance fee, otherwise the nighty rate is very high. It's my favorite beach thus far (Been to Hawaii, Jamaica, DR, Bermuda, & Bahamas). The ocean water is blue... More

We have been coming to Aruba since2003 when we spent a week at the Westin with our 2 young children in a hotel room. We decided that would never happen again. Too cramped for space and 3 meals out every day gets rough. Then we discovered Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club with its condo style accommodations. We still eat out every... More

Very good stay at the Ocean Club. Facilities are nice and very Marriott-like, which is comforting for those that like a sense of familiarity. Yes, the food at the Pavilion beach bar and grill is expensive (as in a $10 hot dog), but convenience outweighs price in this case. Plus, it's pretty good food, and the drinks are even better.... More

This was our first time in Aruba, but it will definitely not be the last, although I wish there was a quicker way from the West Coast. This Marriott certainly lives up to the reputation of other Marriott timeshare properties we have stayed in. We own at Hyatt Highlands in Carmel and exchanged for a week here. The unit was... More

First visit to Aruba and the Marriott Aruba Ocean Club. If I had to some up my experience in one word it would be MAGNIFICENT. I will share some tips throughout this review to save you time, money, and a little confusion and/or aggravation. First, Aruba is a wonderful little island to which I expect to be returning time and... More

I already miss the banana bread from the little cafe downstairs, best $2.00 banana bread ever. Service at the cafe is excellent for a grab and go and very reasonable, always fresh. The room a 1/1 with full kitchen was wonderful, so clean, appointed well, free wifi. The beach is beautiful, if you want a hut, either pay to prebook... More

We stayed with another couple in a 2 bedroom, 2 bath villa, on the fourth floor, with an ocean view. The rooms were meticulous, the beds very comfortable. Not sure I like having to pay for someplace to sit on the beach, but the beach is magnificent, with while sand, and no rocks. Just a little seaweed if you went... More

On the positive side: Excellent accommodations. Loved the 1 bedroom suite. Great TV and kitchen area. On-site food was adequate-to-good and relatively reasonable in price Perfect pool water temperature Best for families Great weather - 88 degrees every day, sunshine, very few clouds On the negative side: Noisy,tends to be crowded, not the greatest if you are an adult couple... More

Not sure I would go to Aruba again but if I did I would absolutely stay at the Marriott Ocean Club. The rooms were spacious and had a great view. Make sure you get the Ocean view above the 4th floor. The Palm Trees are in the way anything lower. Nice amenities and a nice pool that includes water slides... More