Divi Aruba All Inclusive Review: Who It Is For and Is It Worth It?

Divi Aruba All Inclusive is the classic all-inclusive resort on Druif Beach, a low-rise beachfront property that shares a long stretch of white sand plus every restaurant, bar, and pool with its sister resort, the Tamarijn Aruba. Short verdict: it is one of the easiest vacations you can book in Aruba, and it is worth it for couples and first-timers who want everything handled, though luxury travelers should look elsewhere.

Aruba only has a handful of true all-inclusives, and this is the one most people picture when they say the phrase. Here is how the location, the two-resort setup, the rooms, the food, and the price actually shake out.

The Druif Beach location

Divi Aruba sits on Druif Beach along Aruba's southwest coast, in the low-rise hotel zone between Oranjestad and Eagle Beach. That puts you about a ten minute drive from downtown shopping and restaurants, with Eagle Beach a few minutes up the road. The water here is calm and swimmable, the sand is soft and white, and the whole strip feels noticeably quieter than the high-rise scene on Palm Beach.

The trade-off is that you cannot walk out the lobby into a row of bars and restaurants the way you can on Palm Beach. For an all-inclusive stay that hardly matters, since you rarely need to leave, but plan on taxis or a rental car for nights out in Oranjestad.

Two resorts, one wristband: the Tamarijn setup

This is the part that makes Divi Aruba feel bigger than it is. Your all-inclusive bracelet gives you full exchange privileges at the Tamarijn Aruba next door, and Tamarijn guests get the same access in reverse. In practice that means one booking unlocks 12 restaurants and grills, 8 bars, and 5 freshwater pools across the two properties, plus a free shuttle that loops between them. You can also just walk the beach from one resort to the other.

The two resorts have different personalities, and that is by design. Divi Aruba is the quieter, more polished side, pitched at couples and travelers who want to slow down. Tamarijn is the energetic, family and group friendly side where every room faces the ocean. Staying at Divi with dinner reservations at Tamarijn is a genuinely good combination.

Rooms and which categories to book

Divi Aruba's rooms were recently remodeled and it shows: contemporary tropical decor, Nespresso machines, stocked mini fridges, 55 inch smart TVs with Netflix, and modern bathrooms with walk-in showers. Every room has a patio or balcony. The main categories are Gardenview, Poolview, Oceanview, and Beachside, with Oceanfront Junior Suites and Two Bedroom Oceanfront Suites at the top.

My pick is the Beachside category. These rooms sit in one-story buildings with open patios just steps from the sand, and they only carry a partial ocean view premium rather than a full oceanfront one. Oceanview rooms are the safe middle option. If you are celebrating something, the Two Bedroom Oceanfront Suites add a stocked mini bar, advance dinner reservations, private airport transfers, and nightly turndown service.

What the all-inclusive package really includes

All meals and snacks at the 12 restaurants and grills across both resorts are included. The standouts are Red Parrot, Divi's signature international restaurant with beachside terrace seating, Paparazzi for Italian, Ginger for Asian fusion and sushi, Pure Lime for Mexican, and Club Margot, a family-style Mediterranean and Caribbean set menu at Tamarijn with sunset views. Pelican Terrace and Cunucu Terrace handle live-cooking buffet breakfasts and theme nights. The a la carte spots require reservations, so book your favorites early in your stay.

Drinks are unlimited at all 8 bars: beer, mixed drinks, frozen cocktails, liquors, wine, and even champagne by the glass. Also included are snorkel gear, kayaks, and other non-motorized water sports, e-mountain bikes and group bike tours, weekly yoga and Zumba classes, an oceanfront fitness center, nightly entertainment, Wi-Fi, and all taxes and service charges.

What costs extra: golf at The Links at Divi Aruba, the Alhambra Casino, treatments at the Indulgence by the Sea spa, motorized water sports, and anything you eat or drink off property.

Pools and activities

Between the two resorts you get 5 freshwater pools with poolside drink service at the main ones, a 30 foot rock climbing wall right on the beach, pickleball courts at the adjacent Divi Village, and a daily activity schedule that runs from beach volleyball to dance lessons. Kids ages 4 to 12 get the Sea Turtles Club. Evenings bring live music and shows, so you are never hunting for something to do, though anyone craving real nightlife will still head to Palm Beach or Oranjestad.

What it actually costs

Rates move a lot by season, but as a realistic planning number, expect roughly $600 to $850 per night for two people in an entry-level room during winter high season, with summer and fall dates often landing meaningfully lower, especially when Divi runs its regular percentage-off sales. Remember that number covers two people's food, drinks, activities, taxes, and tips, so compare it to a $300 room plus $250 a day in meals and drinks before calling it expensive. Always price your exact dates, because the swing between a January week and a September week is large.

Who should book it, and who should not

Book Divi Aruba if you are a couple or a first-time Aruba visitor who wants a genuinely easy trip: wake up, walk to the beach, eat well without opening a wallet, repeat. It is also a strong pick for multigenerational groups, since the quieter Divi side and the livelier Tamarijn side let everyone find their speed under one booking.

Skip it if you want true luxury. The rooms are fresh and comfortable but this is a friendly 4-star operation, not a butler-and-cabana resort, and picky travelers will notice buffet repetition by night five. If that sounds like you, start with our guide to the best luxury resorts in Aruba instead. Travelers who want a strictly adults-only atmosphere should check our roundup of adults-only all-inclusives in Aruba, since kids are welcome on both sides here.

How it compares to other Aruba all-inclusives

Barcelo Aruba is the closest comparison on Palm Beach. You trade Divi's quiet low-rise setting for a walkable strip of bars, restaurants, and casinos right outside the door, at broadly similar prices. Families who want more action often prefer it; couples usually prefer Divi's beach.

Riu Palace Aruba is the bigger high-rise option, also on Palm Beach, with a livelier pool scene and a party-forward energy. It is the pick if you want volume and buzz; Divi is the pick if you want your toes in quiet sand. For the full field, see our ranking of the best all-inclusive resorts in Aruba.

The bottom line

Divi Aruba All Inclusive earns its reputation. It is not the fanciest resort on the island, but the combination of a beautiful calm beach, two resorts' worth of restaurants on one wristband, and a truly everything-included package makes it the easiest yes in Aruba for couples and first-timers. Check current rates and availability for your dates and book Divi Aruba All Inclusive on Expedia, and see our full Divi Aruba All Inclusive hotel page for photos and details.

Divi Aruba All Inclusive FAQ

Is everything included at Divi Aruba All Inclusive?

Almost everything. All meals, snacks, and unlimited drinks (including wine, cocktails, and champagne by the glass) at 12 restaurants and 8 bars across Divi and Tamarijn are included, along with non-motorized water sports, e-bike tours, fitness classes, entertainment, Wi-Fi, taxes, and service charges. Golf at The Links, the Alhambra Casino, spa treatments, and motorized water sports cost extra.

Is Divi Aruba All Inclusive adults only or good for families?

It is not adults only. Both Divi Aruba and Tamarijn Aruba welcome families, and the Sea Turtles Club runs activities for kids ages 4 to 12. That said, Divi Aruba is positioned as the quieter, couples-leaning side of the pair, while Tamarijn is the more family and group friendly side.

Which is better, Divi Aruba or Tamarijn Aruba?

They share everything, so you are choosing a home base rather than a different vacation. Pick Divi Aruba for recently remodeled rooms, more room categories, and a calmer atmosphere. Pick Tamarijn for guaranteed oceanfront rooms at a typically lower price and a more social, family friendly energy. Couples generally prefer Divi; families and groups generally prefer Tamarijn.