Tamarijn Aruba All-inclusive, Oranjestad, Aruba

Not so much Fun in the sun

 by  anonymous  on  2008-06-27

First I would like to say I won't be back. Horrible service from the staff. The staff is rude, and constanly on thier cell phones. If your an american and plan on making a trip forget about getting served at the bar. Regardless of what bar tender was working, the made sure that everyone was severed before the americans. The Beach was great. The food was great as well, anytime your hungry you can get a bite to eat. The first night our room wasn't even cleaned. Beware if you plan on going here.

Not so much Fun in the sun

 by  anonymous  on  2008-05-18

Just returned from 7 wonderful days at the Tam! I loved the Tam as we could also walk over to the Divi and hang out at the outdoor bars, pools and have meals there. I recommend the Red Parrot as it was our favorite! The Paparazzi Italian place at the Tamarijn was excellent except that the service was sooooo slow! The food was great though....I recommend the risotto - the best I've ever had! The rooms were small but soooo clean. My only complaint was I E-mailed the Tam 3 times prior to arrival to request a first floor king room, and we recv'd a second floor with balcony with 2 queens. Didn't matter much to us though because we were only in our room to sleep and shower....the rest of the time we were outside enjoying the beautiful weather! Everyone was really nice and helpful. You can plan ALL of your activities, including renting a car or jeep for a day right there at the resort. We can't wait to go back next year! Don't expect a 4 or 5 star resort...it is definitely 3 stars but the beaches, food, drinks, concierge and housekeeping can't be beat! Nathy the concierge was the MOST helpful person I have ever encountered at a resort.

The TAmarjin ARuba Hotel

 by  anonymous  on  2007-12-26

We loved the Tam, and are planning a trip back in June! Food at restaurants very good, we made reservations every night with no problems. Great drinks, not watered down. Great kids activities, lots of free stuff given away for games, etc. We came home with wine, champagne, t-shirts, etc. Our teen kids loved the late night pizzas, ice cream and sandwiches. We loved the bars and the beach. Rooms are average size, clean and right on beach. We were in 2300 building, we walked to wider beach further down. Casino was a fun diversion in the evenings, and we did take the bus downtown for shopping one day, very cheap. Best all-inclusive we have ever been to, and it is truly all-inclusive. They don't ask for add'l tips, etc. Food is very good at sit-downs. Our favorite was Paparazzi (service is slow though). Where else can you get steaks, lobster, shrimp, etc with a glass of wine in a lovely restaurant all-inclusive? Stay here, you won't regret it. And the kids are FREE!

Not so much Fun in the sun

 by  anonymous  on  2007-11-30

Wonderful time. Just got back last night and am ready to go back again. Our experience was great from start to finish. Only one complaint, the beach became very dirty from a couple of night storms that blew through and as soon as that was brought to the attention of the management it was taken care of. Ocean front room and walk right out of our door onto the beach. The food for an all inclusive was excellent! We up-graded so we could use the facilities at the Divi and it was worth the little extra. Top shelf booze was a great, unexpected bonus as we are Dewars fans. All of the staf were friendly. Would highly recommend this hotel. I think the beach area at the Divi is really nicer than the Tam.....wider and less rocks. Can't go wrong at either place. We loved every minute of our stay! RC

The TAmarjin ARuba Hotel

 by  anonymous  on  2007-11-29

friendly staff, variety of atomospheres make for an excellent vacation. Once you check in the only thing left for you to do is enjoy yourself. Oranjestad is lovely and there are several nicerestaurants where you can eat, but the beauty of the Tamarijn is you can travel around all day,and come to the restaurants at the resort and enjoy all your meals and beverages. All meals atthe resort are excellent. I look forward to many more vacations there.

Best Bang for the Buck!!!!!

 by  anonymous  on  2007-10-10

The Tam was one of the best places we have ever stayed. The location is away from the hustle and bustle of the big hotels but close to everything. Our room was clean and comfortable and was just a few steps out of our door to the beach and ocean. No going thru big air conditioned hotel lobbies to get to the beach. Food was very good, drinks were NOT watered down which I worried about since it was all inclusive. STaff was friendly and helpful at all times. We felt like guests of friends. This was our first time staying at an all inclusive and we LOVED it. We still definitely go back there next time we go to Aruba.