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Occidental Grand Aruba
J.E. Irausquin Blvd 83
P.O. Box 218
Oranjestad, Aruba

 

Distance from hotel to Oranjestad (town), 10 . Distance from hotel to airport, 15 miles (24 kms).  

Overlooking the aquamarine Caribbean Sea, the Occidental Grand Aruba is located on the exclusive Palm Beach, just minutes away from Queen Beatrix Airport. This resort is filled with luxurious European flavor, from the charming rooms to the beautiful beaches. Spend the days enjoying a variety of fun filled activities. Bask in the sun on the sandy - white beaches while the trade winds of the clear blue ocean cool you. Watch the sun set into the ocean as it illuminates the sky with its wondrous colors. Try your luck in the Casino or dance the night away in the nightclub.  

This elegant oceanfront hotel has 380 recently renovated rooms and comprises of two nine story buildings with two whirlpools and one free form fantasy pool with cascades. All rooms feature private balconies with breathtaking Caribbean views of the hotel and its surroundings.  

Hotel Amenities (back to top)
  • Activities Desk
  • Babysitting Services ($)
  • Banana Boat Rides ($)
  • Bars (3)
  • Beach
  • Beauty Parlor ($)
  • Boats (paddle)
  • Business Center ($)
  • Car Rental ($)
  • Casino
  • Children's Club
  • Currency Exchange
  • Fishing (deep sea)$
  • Gift Shops
  • Jacuzzis (2)
  • Laundry Services ($)
  • Massage Services ($)
  • Medical Services ($)
  • Newsstand ($)
  • Parasailing
  • Physician (on call) ($)
  • Pool
  • Restaurants (3)
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving ($)
  • Shops
  • Snorkeling
  • Tennis Courts (2)
  • Tour Desk ($)
  • Volleyball (beach)

Watersports: De Palm Watersports (water activities located on-site). Activities available are water ski, jet ski, para sailing and more.  

Spa Services: ($): Spa and Fitness Center will open at later date to be announced. Temporary fitness center available at the property. In addition hotel has massage therapists available on the beach.  

Tennis Lessons: ($): Private tennis lessons are available on request.  

Golf (Nearby): ($): nearby at Tierra del Sol, tee times booked directly with the golf course.  

Miscellaneous Amenities: Ballroom Theater Aruba Cyber Station  

Business Services: ($): Fax and telephone services are available on request.  

Scuba Diving: ($): Other Scuba Diving Information: Also available: Scuba diving trips, certification and rental equipment.  

Conference Facilities: Conference facilities available for a capacity of up to 750 people.  

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Accommodation Categories and Descriptions (back to top)

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 4:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• 2009  

• Children 5 and under are complimentary during the period 01/04/09-12/18/09, when sharing room with one or more paying adults.**  

• Children's rates apply for children 6-12 years old, when sharing room with one or more paying adults.  

2010  

• Children 5 and under are complimentary during the period 01/04/10-12/17/10, when sharing room with one or more paying adults.**  

• Children's rates apply for children 6-12 years old, when sharing room with one or more paying adults.  

Please Note:  

• (**) Children 5 and under are not complimentary during the holidays.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• 2009-2010 Deluxe - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Premium Lanai Garden View - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

• Premium Lanai Pool View - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Deluxe Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

• Grand Concierge Deluxe Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

• Grand Romance Deluxe Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.  

• Premium Jacuzzi Oceanfront - 2 adults or 1 adults and 1 child.(**) Royal Club Luxury Oceanview - 2 adults or 1 adults and 1 child. Royal Club Suite Oceanview - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Royal Club Master Suite Oceanview - 4 adults or 3 adults and 1 child, or 2 adults and 2 children.  

Please Note:  

• (**) This category includes a king bed, rollaway must be requested for a 3rd adult or child.  

Deluxe Number of accommodations: 50 Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Premium Lanai Garden View Number of accommodations: 11 Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Garden.  

Premium Lanai Pool View Number of accommodations: 12 Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Pool.  

Deluxe Oceanview Number of accommodations: 172 Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Ocean.  

Grand Concierge Deluxe Oceanview, Concierge service, turndown service, a fruit basket, a bottle of wine, a 10% spa discount and bathrobes for use during your stay. Number of accommodations: 24 Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds. View: Ocean.  

Grand Romance Deluxe Oceanview, Bottle of champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, in-room couple's massage, breakfast in bed the first morning, romantic dinner, 10% spa discounts, turndown service and a surprise gift with special romantic amenities. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Premium Jacuzzi Oceanfront Number of accommodations: 8 Bedding: 1 king bed. View: Oceanfront.  

Royal Club Luxury Ocean View Number of accommodations: 36 Bedding: 1 king bed. View: Ocean.  

Royal Club Suite Oceanview, Enhanced sitting area. Number of accommodations: 11 Bedding: 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed. View: Ocean.  

Royal Club Master Suite Oceanview(*) Number of accommodations: 3 Bedding: 1 king bed, 2 double beds and 1 sofa bed. View: Oceanfront.  

Royal Club Level Rooms and Suites:  

• There are 53 Royal Club accommodations that comprise of 3 master suites, 11 junior suites and 39 luxury rooms.  

All Royal Club level accommodations include the resort's all inclusive features, boast elegantly appointed furniture and include all of the standard room amenities plus the following:  

Daily mini-bar refill, DVD/CD players, bathrobes, slippers, Concierge services, room service from 7:0am-10:30pm), turn down service, hydro massage bathtubs (available in the Suites only) and two meeting rooms  

Guests will also enjoy private check-in at the Royal Club level floor, private restaurant "Royal Club Lounge" on the 9th floor open 7:00am-10:30pm.  

Please Note:  

• Royal Club Level rooms do not accommodate a rollaway.  

(*) Denotes on request basis only, no allotment given.  

All accommodations include: crib (on request), balcony or terrace, ceiling fan, data port, data port, coffee maker, data port, alarm clock radio, bathroom (full), floors (marble), hairdryer, internet access (high speed, wireless): ($), iron, ironing board, rollaway bed (on request), safe (in accommodation), scale (bathroom), telephone (digital with voice mail) and television (cable, satellite).  

Mini Refrigerator:  

• Mini refrigerator includes sodas, beer & water and is replenished every 2nd day  

Physically Challenged Accommodations:  

• 4 rooms.  

 

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Food and Beverage Outlets (back to top)

Bikini Beach Bar, Revive yourself with a cold drink or refreshing natural fruit juice at this beach bar.  

Lobby Bar, serves cocktails and refreshments.  

General Opening Hours: Open 11:00am until 11:00pm. General Opening Days: Open daily.  

Splash Pool Bar, Swim up to the Splash Aqua Bar where the frozen drinks just keep flowing.  

Sound Lounge, An excellent way to end the day, enjoy the great live entertainment at this club.  

Desires Lounge, Lounge and Restaurant. Restaurant is fully operational.  

Desire(*), Caribbean Fusion Cuisine. Dinner only, a la carte.  

Cuisine: Caribbean Fusion.  

General Opening Hours: Open 6:30pm until 10:00pm. General Opening Days: Open daily.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

El Olvido(*), Tex-Mex Specialty Restaurant. Dinner only, a la carte.  

Cuisine: Tex-Mex.  

General Opening Hours: Open 6:00pm until 10:00pm. General Opening Days: Open daily.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

L'olio(*), Enjoy excellent Italian specialties and fine a la carte dining in L'olio's charming setting. Open for dinner only.  

Cuisine: Italian.  

General Opening Hours: Open 6:00pm until 10:00pm. General Opening Days: Open daily.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

The Beach Club, This delightful spot is open for light a la carte luncheons. This is considered a snack restaurant and is open for lunch only.  

General Opening Hours: Open 12:00pm until 4:30pm. General Opening Days: Open daily.  

The Palm Buffet Restaurant, The main restaurant features buffet dining and offers a wide variety of International cuisine. Open for breakfast lunch and dinner.  

Cuisine: International.  

Breakfast Hours: Open 7:00am until 11:00am. Lunch Hours: Open 12:00pm until 3:00pm. Dinner Hours: Open 6:00pm until 10:00pm.  

Zen(*), Oriental Specialty Restaurant. Dinner only a la carte.  

Cuisine: Oriental.  

General Opening Hours: Open 6:00pm until 10:00pm. General Opening Days: Open daily.  

(*) Denotes reservation is required.  

Terrace, Late snack area.  

General Opening Hours: Open from 10:00pm-1:00am.  

Dress Code  

• During the day proper cover for swimwear & footwear required throughout the resort.  

• Evening dress code for Specialty Restaurants is casual elegant. Men are to wear long trousers at a la carte restaurants. Shirts with sleeves are required in all restaurants and proper footwear required.  

Please Note:  

• All food & beverage outlet schedules are subject to change.  

Add-On Package (Extra Value Honeymoon 09) (back to top)

EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON PACKAGE 2009  

Booking Dates: 08/27/2008 - 12/18/2009 Travel Dates: 01/04/2009 - 12/18/2009  

Package Inclusions:  

• Continental breakfast in room (**)  

• Special recognition announcement -10% Couples massage discount voucher  

• Champagne  

• Surprise gift  

Package Minimum Stay: 3 nights  

Please Note:  

• Voucher Code: EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON  

• These inclusions are available at no extra cost to honeymooners  

• This package is available to all-inclusive guests who stay at least 3 nights, and can present a copy of recent marriage certificate to redeem package -(**) For the breakfast in the room, please complete the room-service card nightly  

 

Please Note:  

• General Terms & Conditions for Occidental Honeymoons 2009:  

• Three night minimum stay required.  

• Must be coordinated prior to or upon arrival with Guest Services.  

• Features, services & items are limited to once per stay; or one per couple; or per Bride and Groom.  

• Designate on voucher "HONEYMOON" in order to receive benefit of program.  

• Pricing and features vary by resort  

• Newlyweds must present copy of recent (within 3 months) marriage certificate to redeem package.  

• For all resorts, Premium program includes the features of Extra Value Complimentary program.  

• Effective immediately, for travel in 2009.  

• Packages must be booked as supplement to room.  

These notations are applicable to both the Extra Value Complimentary & Premium Programs for the Occidental Grand & Allegro Resorts  

Add-On Package (Extra Value Honeymoon 10) (back to top)

EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON PACKAGE 2010  

Booking Dates: 06/11/2009 - 01/02/2011 Travel Dates: 01/04/2010 - 01/02/2011  

Package Inclusions:  

• Continental breakfast in room (**)  

• Special recognition announcement -10% Couples massage discount voucher  

• Champagne  

• Surprise gift  

Package Minimum Stay: 3 nights  

Please Note:  

• Voucher Code: EXTRA VALUE HONEYMOON  

• These inclusions are available at no extra cost to honeymooners  

• This package is available to all-inclusive guests who stay at least 3 nights, and can present a copy of recent marriage certificate to redeem package -(**) For the breakfast in the room, please complete the room-service card nightly  

Add-On Package (Premium Honeymoon 09) (back to top)

PREMIUM HONEYMOON PACKAGE 2009  

Booking Dates: 08/27/2008 - 12/18/2009 Travel Dates: 01/04/2009 - 12/18/2009  

Package Inclusions:  

• 30-minute romantic couples massage (per person)  

• Romantic dinner and champagne  

• Signature shirts for newlyweds  

• Honeymoon photo  

• Romantic, edible basket of goodies  

• Turn-down service nightly  

• Laundry service for 10 pieces  

• Package also includes extra value complimentary program (package)  

Package Minimum Stay: 3 nights  

Please Note:  

• Voucher code: PREMIUM HONEYMOON  

• This package is available at an additional price for honeymooners wishing to customize their experience  

• This package is available to all-inclusive guests who stay at least 3 nights, and can present a copy of recent marriage certificate to redeem package  

• Must be coordinated by Guest Services  

• All services and items are one per Bride & Groom, or once per stay  

Add-On Package (Premium Honeymoon 10) (back to top)

PREMIUM HONEYMOON PACKAGE 2010  

Booking Dates: 06/11/2009 - 01/02/2011 Travel Dates: 01/04/2010 - 01/02/2011  

Package Inclusions:  

• Romantic couples massage (30-minutes, per person)  

• Romantic dinner and champagne  

• Signature collared shirts for newlyweds  

• Honeymoon shirts for newlyweds  

• Honeymoon photo  

• Turn-down service nightly  

• Laundry service (limited to 10 items)  

• Package also includes the features of the Extra Value complimentary program (package)  

Package Minimum Stay: 3 nights  

Please Note:  

• Voucher code: PREMIUM HONEYMOON  

• This package is available at an additional price for honeymooners wishing to customize their experience  

• This package is available to all-inclusive guests who stay at least 3 nights, and can present a copy of recent marriage certificate to redeem package  

• Must be coordinated by Guest Services  

• All services and items are one per Bride & Groom, or once per stay  

General Terms & Conditions for Occidental Honeymoons 2010:  

• Three night minimum stay required.  

• Must be coordinated prior to or upon arrival with Guest Services.  

• All services and items are one per Bride & Groom or once per stay.  

• Designate on voucher "HONEYMOON" in order to receive benefit(s) of program.  

• Pricing and features vary by resort.  

• Newlyweds must present copy of recent (within 3 months) marriage certificate to redeem package.  

• For all resorts, Premium program includes the features of Extra Value Complimentary program.  

• Packages must be booked as supplement to room.  

These notations are applicable to both the Extra Value Complimentary & Premium Programs for the Occidental Grand & Allegro Resorts.  

Add-On Package (Romance 09-10) (back to top)

ROMANCE FOR ANY REASON PACKAGE 2009-2010 Occidental Hotels & Resorts has something new for couples in love! The new Romance For Any Reason Package. Guests can use this package to celebrate an anniversary, holiday, or just because...  

Booking Dates: 06/11/2009 - 01/02/2011 Travel Dates: 06/11/2009 - 01/02/2011  

Package Inclusions:  

• Welcome bottle of champagne in room  

• Couples massage (30-minutes, per person)  

• Romantic dinner served with champagne  

• Couples photo  

• Turn-down service  

• Surprise gift  

Package Minimum Stay: 3 nights  

Please Note:  

• Three night minimum stay required.  

• Must be coordinated & obtained prior to or upon arrival through Guest Services at each resort.  

• Features, services and items are limited to once per stay; or one per couple; or per couple.  

• Voucher must indicate "ROMANCE" in order to receive benefit(s) of program.  

• Pricing and features vary by resort.  

• Packages must be booked as supplement to room.  

Specialty Package (All Inclusive 08-09) (back to top)

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE 2008-2009  

Booking Dates: 01/01/2008 - 01/04/2010 Travel Dates: 01/01/2008 - 01/04/2010  

Package Inclusions:  

• Welcome Drink  

• Accommodation as selected  

• Use of one large swimming pool  

• Kids Club - Activities Program for children ages 4-12 years old (9am- 5pm)  

• All meals and snacks and an a la carte dinner at the specialty restaurants  

• Unlimited fruit juices and soft drinks  

• Unlimited local alcoholic beverages  

• House wine served by the glass  

• Room service (7am-10am) for Continental Breakfast  

• Daily activities program in several languages by the pool and beach area, such as: aerobics, beach-volleyball, water-gymnastics, water polo, etc.  

• Non-motorized watersports as per activities schedule (for example: sailing, snorkeling and kayaks)  

• Two (2) tennis courts  

• Clinics for all sports featured (including scuba clinics in the pool).  

• Chaise-lounges and towel service for the pool and Beach area  

• Nightly entertainment program featuring local talent and Occidental Fun Club  

• Business center available  

• Use of fitness room  

• Taxes and gratuities applicable to the package  

Package inclusions are subject to change.  

Miscellaneous Information (back to top)

General Information:  

• All major credit cards are accepted at the resort.  

• Pets are not allowed on property.  

Voice Mail:  

• Voice mail is available in all guest rooms.  

• The phone line will automatically open upon the guests' check in (if the guest has credit).  

• You can also see the caller's name on the digital phones' display for a personalized greeting.  

Spring Break Policy:  

• Individual student bookings are accepted at all properties.  

• Minimum age required for check-in is 18.  

• Maximum occupancy as per regular contract  

• A refundable deposit of $200.00 per person (cash or credit card) is required  

• Groups bookings must be made through the groups department and will require a chaperon as well as a refundable deposit.