Resort Details
- Various Lounges/BarsPirate's Nest Bar, oceanfront, with soft live steelband entertainment nightly
- Various RestaurantsPirates' Nest - located on the beach, adjacent to the pool in front of the Bucuti Beach Resort, within a full size replica of a 17th century, shipwrecked Dutch Galleon. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the evening menu selections include a variety of seafood, local, and international favorites. Seating is first come, first serve and no reservations are taken.
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals†
- Business services†
- Children not allowed
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Accessible rooms
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals†
- Business services†
- Children not allowed
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Gift/News stand†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services
- Lounges/bars†
- Meal Plan Type: European Plan†
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant†
- Safe deposit box
- Spa†
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports†
- Business Services†
- Internet Access
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Wedding packages available with on-site wedding planner
As of January 1, 2015, Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts will no longer coordinate or host weddings, and will only continue to offer renewal of wedding vow ceremonies for those patrons interested.
† Fees may apply
- Bike rental †
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Hot tub1 Outdoor Hot Tub
- PoolThere is 1 pool on site. Small fresh water pool, our secluded 16 acre beach is the main attraction
- Spa †
- Gambling †Located a walk of 5 minutes from the front desk, the Alhambra Casino is the most popular on the island
- Golf †Golf Course located within a Mile of Property.
- Downtown Oranjestad
- Tierra del Sol Golf Club and Spa
- California Lighthouse
- Aruba Aloe Plant
- Other Local AttractionsWithin 5 miles of most major attractions on the island.
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews from Apple Vacations Customers
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
10570 reviews
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Nov 11, 202520th Anniversary - Our New Favorite
Could NOT recommend more. We have four kids and have been married for 20 years. We were looking for a relaxing, fun, Beautiful and chill resort. If this sounds like you, then book a trip to Bucuti & Tara. We will definitely be going back.
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Nov 11, 2025
First of many happy returns!
This was a return trip and just the beginning! We love seeing the same faces whether it’s at the check in, or the Sand Bar and we’re always warmly welcomed and remembered. A couple highlights: Highly recommend Janice at Elements! She treats us like family and even introduced us to her son on a day off. We look forward to evening turn down service and the teas every night. We will be back!
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Nov 10, 2025
Absolutely amazing stay!
My husband and I came to the Bucuti & Tara resort for our honeymoon and it was exactly what we needed. We were blown away by everything the resort had to offer and how well we were treated during our stay. Not only was it the perfect adult only resort, it was in a great location if wanting to venture out. It had such a calm, relaxing, and happy vibe, it truly can’t be beat! We did not want to leave and are so excited to come back to Bucuti!
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Nov 09, 2025
Customers for life.
This was our first time in Aruba for our honeymoon. We had heard great things about Bucuti but didn’t actually believe the hype until we stayed here. Not only are we in love with Aruba and plan to come here yearly, we will always pay a visit to Bucuti. Everything was incredible. Shoutout to Angela in Tara Concierge!
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Nov 09, 2025
Peaceful vacation
The hospitality across the resort is best in class. Every team member was pleasant and helpful, but not intrusive. Whether it was at the Tara lounge, Elements restaurant, SandBar or simply an interaction with housekeeping during our stay - the team members were consistently gracious and thoughtful. The concierge team was always available to support us and made any request seem effortless. As return guests, we enjoyed seeing team members that have been greeting guests year after year and treat us like family. They extend warm welcomes when we arrive and we thoroughly enjoy catching up with them during our stay. Their attention to detail during service while enjoying food and drinks each day separates the Bucuti from other resorts in Aruba. We were pleased to experience great beach service and amenities during our stay. It's a beautiful beach with peaceful and serene surroundings. The continuation of complimentary guest offerings including fresh fruit, juices and cold towels on the beach are added touches to separate the Bucuti from other resorts. The addition of Terra to the Bucuti property is perfect. We dined there twice during our stay - enjoying the a la carte menu. Both food and drink were impeccable. Food offerings on the beach and at Elements were diverse, delicious and consistently prepared. We appreciated menu changes, expanding both vegan and healthy options. The facilities, including both Bucuti and Tara suites, were well maintained daily. Upgrades since our last stay - new floors in the Tara building; the expansive Elements deck and renovated Tara lounge; and wide range of wellness offerings are what makes Bucuti best in class. We look forward to returning in 2026.
- AdvisoryBucuti's Clean Air Act: Smoking is forbidden in all guest rooms, room balconies and public areas. A cleaning fee of $250 USD will be added to the room bill of guests who smoke in their room. Smoking is restricted to designated areas on the property only.
- AdvisoryBucuti is designed for people seeking serenity and romance, and we proactively cultivate an atmosphere that lets peace and relaxation come naturally. We minimize disruptions by focusing on our individual guests and not accepting group bookings. No more than 2 rooms, 4 guests allowed per party.
- AdvisoryWe are excited to announce that Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort in Aruba has completed its extensive renovations, officially reopening on December 16th,2024. The resort features a completely redesigned Elements Restaurant and Tara Lounge, showcasing premium materials and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment to enhance the dining experience. A new yoga deck has also been added to elevate wellness offerings.
- AdvisoryCancellations within 30 days of arrival and no shows are 100% non-refundable and non-transferable to other dates/names/guests, for any reason. We highly recommend travel and cancellation insurance., Penalty For Violation: Charge Within 31 Days, 100% of amount of stay, Charge includes tax.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization this will place a hold on your funds.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
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