Opal
Noord
Popular places to visit
Eagle Beach
Spot fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters, look for turtle nests on the shore and photograph Aruba’s famous windswept divi-divi trees.
Palm Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Palm Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Arashi Beach
Take shade under the palapa huts of this small yet uncrowded strip of sand, where there are snorkeling opportunities suitable for all skill levels.
Butterfly Farm
Encounter some of the world’s prettiest and most delicate creatures at this fascinating tropical garden.
Boca Catalina Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Boca Catalina Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Noord. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Alto Vista Chapel
Light a candle at this small chapel, which has a remote hillside setting that affords lovely views of the surrounding area.
Things to do
Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar
Atlantis Submarine Dive Aruba
Aruba UTV, ATV Adventure to Secret Beach and Cave Pool
Aruba Morning Snorkeling or Sunset Sail to Boca Catalina With BBQ
Noord: Arikok National Park Jeep Tour with Baby Beach Visit
Top hotels in Opal
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba - Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Room was very clean and staff friendly. Great location right on the beach and directly across from restaurants and shopping area.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
The room and amenities were great, the food in the hotel was not.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Divi Aruba All Inclusive
The recently rennovated room was great, and right on the beach. The restaurants were excellent as was the staff
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive
Room was clean. Only issue was the electronic sliding door alarm fell off. Enjoyed all the restaurants and staff were very friendly and made sure we were very well taken care off Shuttles between the resorts were convenient and we never waited very long.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Antillas - Adults Only - All Inclusive
The room had an amazing view and all the staff were extremely friendly! The food and activities will be awesome! Good times!!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Opal
Bakval
Bakval might not have many top sights, but Stellaris Casino and Palm Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Esmeralda
When in Esmeralda, you can plan a visit to Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Palm Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westpunt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westpunt and surrounding area, you can visit Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach.
Malmok
Malmok is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tierra del Sol Golf Course and Boca Catalina Beach.
Boroncana
While Boroncana isn't home to many top sights, Stellaris Casino and Chabad Jewish Center of Aruba are some notable places to visit nearby.
Saliña Cerca
While Saliña Cerca isn't home to many top sights, Palm Beach Plaza and Stellaris Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
