Ritz-Carlton Officially Opens in Aruba

By: - November 24th, 2013

Above: the new Ritz-Carlton Aruba

By the Caribbean Journal staff

Ritz-Carlton has officially opened its doors in Aruba.

The Ritz-Carlton Aruba, the company’s sixth property in the Caribbean-Mexico region, opened on Friday on Aruba’s Palm Beach.

“We are thrilled to bring The Ritz-Carlton brand to Aruba, a unique island paradise in the Caribbean known for its beautiful sun-kissed beaches, arid landscape and diverse cultural heritage which can be found no place else,” said Herve Humler, president and chief operating officer for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, in a release. “ Our Ritz-Carlton customers have long awaited this luxury property and we are confident The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba will help to put this destination on the map for luxury travelers and further enhance the memorable travel experiences available for guests from around the world.”

The 320-room property will include 55 suites, all of which will include private balconies with views of the Caribbean Sea.

The resort’s spa will be the largest in Aruba, the company said, with 15,000 square feet of space and 13 treatment rooms. The property will also feature a 15,000-square-foot casino with more than 300 slot machines.

Rates will start at $649 per night, according to the resort.

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