Marriott in Aruba

If we take a taxi the Marriott Resort and Casino will they allow us to use the pool and go out to the ocean and rent chairs or do you need to have a room.

I would think you would need a room. I don't know of any Resort that doesn't limit use of the facilities to their own guests. I know if I were staying there I would not appreciate an influx of cruise ship passengers. You may be more welcome in the casino.

Some resorts allow ship passengers for a day fee..check with resort and see the port board for Aurba where this thread will probably get moved..I am almost sure you will find someplace for a day fee if you want a resort on the beach there...Sarah

Some resorts allow ship passengers for a day fee..check with resort and see the port board for Aurba where this thread will probably get moved..I am almost sure you will find someplace for a day fee if you want a resort on the beach there...Sarah

Sarah is correct. It varies by hotel, but they will if space permitting, sell day rates which include use of facility and a room to shower etc. These are usually limited, so if it is something you want I would act sooner rather than later. We have stayed at the Marriott on Key West, not much of a beach and it is on the other from the action but a nice property.

If we take a taxi the Marriott Resort and Casino will they allow us to use the pool and go out to the ocean and rent chairs or do you need to have a room.

The beach can be used by anyone. Basically you should have no problems with the pools, but you will have a problem with their slides. Most places use the wrist band method.

We personally like the Hyatt.

Aruba's beaches are open to the public.

Resort amenities including shade palapas, chaise lounges and swimming pools are available to hotel guests only.

On Palm Beach there are a number of vendors renting umbrellas and chaise lounges.

More info at http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?p=46734962

From http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=1100

Aruba

Occidental Grand Aruba

What You Get for Your Money: Passes, which are $78 for adults and about $39 for children, offer access to amenities including non-motorized watersports, meals, snack and drinks, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The price does not, however, include use of a room.

How to Get There: Occidental Grand Aruba is a 15-minute taxi ride from port.

Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino

What You Get for Your Money: The day passes offered at this Aruba resort include transportation to the resort's private island, as well as lunch, a drink and dessert. Beach towels are provided and one hour of kayaking, snorkeling or paddle boating is included. The cost is $99 per adult and does not include use of a room. Children under 12 can visit the island for free, but food and other amenities are extra.

How to Get There: This resort is just one-quarter of a mile from the cruise port, and it's walkable.