| Plan | What it is | Fit for a group |
|---|---|---|
| Aruba nightlife party bus with live DJ | Party bus tour; rated 4.6 from 173 reviews | A ready-made night with no driving |
| Sunset catamaran | 2 hours, 5:00 to 7:00 pm, appetizers and open bar, $89.99 per person on the Octopus | Pre-dinner drinks for the group |
| Private sunset sail | 2 hours, $450 for up to 4 guests, $40 per extra guest, 12 maximum | Cheaper per person than the group boat from six guests |
| Casinos on Palm Beach | Hyatt Regency, Ritz-Carlton and Hilton casinos, among twelve on the island | A late-night stop |
| Oranjestad food tour | 2.5 hours, Mondays and Thursdays at 6:00 pm, five restaurants and five drinks | A dinner plan before the night out |
Why Palm Beach
The tourism board names Palm Beach as the main nightlife hub, with casinos lining the strip and beach bars and clubs. Dance clubs listed by the board include CAGE Nightclub, Tantra Nightclub, HIDDEN Nightclub, Gusto Night Club Aruba and Mambo Jambo; the board gives no hours, cover charges or dress code. If the group stays on Palm Beach, you can walk to the evening and avoid the taxi (see Aruba nightlife).
A weekend plan
- Day 1, afternoon: arrival and beach time on Palm Beach (see Palm Beach). The taxi from the airport to Palm Beach is $41 per taxi, up to 4 people, so a group of eight needs two (Visit Aruba, read 6 November 2026).
- Day 1, evening: dinner and casinos.
- Day 2, afternoon: a snorkel or catamaran sail. The Red Sail Antilla runs from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at $79 per adult (see catamaran cruises).
- Day 2, evening: sunset sail, then the party bus, and the Oranjestad food tour on a Monday or Thursday at 6:00 pm (see Aruba walking tours).
- Day 3: a slow morning, then a beach at a quieter spot such as Eagle Beach (see Eagle Beach).
Where to stay
For a group, a suite with a kitchen and several bedrooms is more useful than separate rooms. Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club on Palm Beach has one- and two-bedroom villas for up to 8 guests, with full kitchens, and Casa Del Mar on Eagle Beach has suites for up to six (see beachfront hotels). We publish no hotel prices; compare your dates in the hotel box.
Getting home
Taxi fares are fixed, with $5 extra at night, on Sundays and on holidays, and the board advises against driving after drinking (see is Aruba safe and how to get around Aruba).
Typical mistakes
- Assuming the party bus price covers drinks or entry: read the listing, because its price depends on the date and group.
- Staying away from Palm Beach, then paying a taxi each way.
- Forgetting the $5 night surcharge on the taxi.
- Booking a private sail for two: it costs $450.
FAQ
Where should a bachelorette party stay in Aruba?
On Palm Beach, the main nightlife hub.
Is there a party bus in Aruba?
Yes: the nightlife party bus tour, rated 4.6 from 173 reviews on GetYourGuide.
How many casinos are there in Aruba?
Twelve, according to the tourism board.
Is there a dress code at the clubs?
The board lists none and suggests putting on your nicest outfit.
Aruba Authority editorial team, 7 November 2026.
