Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort

We visit the Bucuti every year by far most relaxed hotel plenty of beach and pool chairs for everyone they only allow guests staying there at beach bar if you are looking for adult only quite vacation with absolutely beautiful large white sandals beach this is for you Made to...

We visit the Bucuti every year by far most relaxed hotel plenty of beach and pool chairs for everyone they only allow guests staying there at beach bar if you are looking for adult only quite vacation with absolutely beautiful large white sandals beach this is for you Made to order breakfast and all taxes included which Aruba room taxes are around 25% Already booked 2026 Our 8th visit and many of employees have been there since our 1st visit Kelly booked tours for us Jaun, Rambo, Karen, Greg, Robert, Isreal, Bjorn, Nakarid is always there to help with anything you need House keeping is better than 5 star hotels. Finally if you're looking for a relaxing quite vacation no other place in the world i would go before the Bucuti book early only around 120 rooms

Best beach and hotel on the Island! The staff, Karen, Juan, Rambo,Israel, Greg are all amazing, You truly feel special here! Even Paco the parrot always greets you! The beds are wonderful and if you need anything they will accommodate. The breakfast is wonderful and included in your stay. Dinner...

Best beach and hotel on the Island! The staff, Karen, Juan, Rambo,Israel, Greg are all amazing, You truly feel special here! Even Paco the parrot always greets you! The beds are wonderful and if you need anything they will accommodate. The breakfast is wonderful and included in your stay. Dinner at Elements was one of the best meals on the beach. We have been coming here for 20 years, stay other places but always come back here!

Great atmosphere, excellent friendly and attentive staff. Calm. More chairs than people. A great place to relax. The white sand beach is one of the nicest and the blue water can’t be beat. Breakfast everyday and afternoon drinks outside on the patio. The best!

Just returned from our 15th stay at Bucuti. I don't usually bother to review long-stablished places which already have such high ratings, as they don't need my "Amen." But I want to say that this place deserves every rave. The beach is the BEST, the staff is warm and helpful,...

Just returned from our 15th stay at Bucuti. I don't usually bother to review long-stablished places which already have such high ratings, as they don't need my "Amen." But I want to say that this place deserves every rave. The beach is the BEST, the staff is warm and helpful, and every moment is a pleasure. Somehow it improves every year.

Aruba has been on my bucket list for a long time and I finally scatched it off the list about three weeks ago. I took my Honey for a week stay for a Valentines Day celebration. We stayed in a Tara Suite on the third floor and the room and...

Aruba has been on my bucket list for a long time and I finally scatched it off the list about three weeks ago. I took my Honey for a week stay for a Valentines Day celebration. We stayed in a Tara Suite on the third floor and the room and views were spectacular! Our room was spacious, clean, modern, updated, well decorated and very comfortable. I took advantage of the opportunity to have our room stocked with beverages and flowers prior to our arrival. I found that it was very easy and convenient to do on their website. I was contacted by my conceige Francisco a month or so prior to our booking and he was kind enough to recommend some very outstanding restaurants which he made reservations. Francisco additionally booked our transportation to/ from airport which was well worth the cost. We were thru the airport both times with speed and ease. Our stay at Bucuti and Tara was so relaxing and without any trouble nor worries. The entire staff we encountered were friendly, happy and professional. The grounds were well maintained and updated. We met so many couples that had been coming here for years; either every or every other year. The reviews I read here on TA are on mark and very accurate. The breakfast they served every morning 7- 11 am very substantial, delicious and the selections were expansive. The lunches we enjoyed at the bar were very good also. Robert, Greg and Karen were very good to us at the Sandbar. Make sure you have Robert make you a Slippery Monkey. I did not catch the name of the lovely lady that was located at the desk outside the Tara lounge, but she was so helpful and kind. She arranged a late check out time for us due to our transportation to airport was not until 2 pm. We are very grateful to the staff of Bucuti and Tara for pampering us and causing us to feel special and well cared for. Thank you. We will be back.

I can't imagine staying anywhere else in Aruba ... from the moment we arrived we were made to feel extra special and at home. The location, the facility, the food and drink, the amenities and most impressive of all, the people of Bucuti and Tara. A First Class operation throughout...

I can't imagine staying anywhere else in Aruba ... from the moment we arrived we were made to feel extra special and at home. The location, the facility, the food and drink, the amenities and most impressive of all, the people of Bucuti and Tara. A First Class operation throughout the property ... incredibly well-run ... and an experience for us that makes it impossible to checkout at the end of our visit without first having made reservations for next year. Bucuti and Tara is definitely an annual highlight of our travel year.

First time visiting Aruba, but we liked B&T so much we already booked this property again next year. If you’re looking for a calm and relaxing getaway this is the spot. The beach is peaceful and beautiful, the staff are pleasant and attentive. The on-premise restaurant is great especially at...

First time visiting Aruba, but we liked B&T so much we already booked this property again next year. If you’re looking for a calm and relaxing getaway this is the spot. The beach is peaceful and beautiful, the staff are pleasant and attentive. The on-premise restaurant is great especially at sunset. The spa was very nice! The location on the island is close enough to everything else when you want some adventure. We met a lot of people who had the financial means to travel anywhere and yet they keep coming back. That tells you a lot.

The property is lovely , the staff is so friendly and accommodating, the location and beach water is perfect . The concierges , Christopher and Angela were so helpful and never made me feel guilty for asking a million questions ! I love the beach chairs being so far apart...

The property is lovely , the staff is so friendly and accommodating, the location and beach water is perfect . The concierges , Christopher and Angela were so helpful and never made me feel guilty for asking a million questions ! I love the beach chairs being so far apart with the app to obtain one even though there are more chairs than rooms . The sandbar was amazing - cool with fans and great lunches and elements had great breakfasts .lobed the massage with shout out to joellei and Edda

Another wonderful trip to Aruba and Bucuti. Wouldn't stay anywhere else. People, food, beach, rooms, location, attention to detail, are all top notch. 1/2 way through a two week stay, we felt like we had been gone for a month. If you enjoy relaxing, no loud music or water aerobics,...

Another wonderful trip to Aruba and Bucuti. Wouldn't stay anywhere else. People, food, beach, rooms, location, attention to detail, are all top notch. 1/2 way through a two week stay, we felt like we had been gone for a month. If you enjoy relaxing, no loud music or water aerobics, then Bucuti is for you.

so when booking a resort/ hotel/ cruise etc. you have to find one that fits your personality . some may find us boring but the Bucuti and Tara fit us like an old sweatshirt. This place promises you and delivers on all aspects. we find it paradise. The rooms are...

so when booking a resort/ hotel/ cruise etc. you have to find one that fits your personality . some may find us boring but the Bucuti and Tara fit us like an old sweatshirt. This place promises you and delivers on all aspects. we find it paradise. The rooms are immaculate and this place take it to the next level with a deep cleaning in the AM and refresh/ turn down service in the early PM. we love not having to get up at dawn to "reserve" an umbrella as you reserve your space the night before on the I pad they provide in your room. they space the umbrellas far enough apart that you do not feel cramped. We love how the resort does not offer weddings/ corporate outings or large groups. Again this keeps the resort very quiet. we love it. the breakfast is great, the staff is super friendly and overall my favorite place to stay not on the island but the world. Eagle beach is understandably rated one the best beaches in the world. also a nice benefit is the casino and small mall within walking distance. if you like to relax and not looking to go nuts this is the place for you

Another wonderful stay at Bucuti. Since finding this resort, we have abandoned all others and all other islands. Aside from the beauty, the amenities, and the food, the main reason we go back is the service and the most friendly staff i have encountered. From the staff the greets you...

Another wonderful stay at Bucuti. Since finding this resort, we have abandoned all others and all other islands. Aside from the beauty, the amenities, and the food, the main reason we go back is the service and the most friendly staff i have encountered. From the staff the greets you at the curb, to the staff at the beach, every Bucuti staff member is a pleasure to deal with. In particular, on this most recent visit, i would love to specifically thank: Lincy Angela Karen Sidney Alexander Bernard

Our week in Aruba is the highlight of our year, and by Aruba, I mean Bucuti & Tara. This was our ninth year staying at the resort and, as always, was a perfect relaxing visit. The staff and service is exceptional. From breakfast to the Sandbar to Elements, the people...

Our week in Aruba is the highlight of our year, and by Aruba, I mean Bucuti & Tara. This was our ninth year staying at the resort and, as always, was a perfect relaxing visit. The staff and service is exceptional. From breakfast to the Sandbar to Elements, the people who work there are all wonderful - many have been there every year we have stayed. We had an exceptionally good meal at Elements this year with Shazim as our waiter. He was very professional and friendly and made us laugh throughout our meal. Also loved seeing Juan and Nakarid and Rambo, Aldrick, Karen, Isreal, Gregg, Carlos and Robert and so appreciate their hard work and friendliness. We always stay in a standard room in Bucuti, and are really only in the room to change and sleep. The bed is so comfortable and the room is immaculate. It's not a really fancy room and I would say it could maybe use an update as it has stayed pretty much the same the whole time we've been there, but it is well appointed and, as I said, we're never in it much anyway. The beach is beautiful - can't be beat. The included breakfast is my favorite anywhere (I love all the tropical fruit!) and I always love to talk to Paco the parrot and pet his head. The only downside is the walk of shame to get lunch in our "real" clothes, suitcases backed, ready to go to the airport. Not much to be done about that. We have already booked for next year - Thank you for another perfect stay!

Fabulous resort, great beach and super staff. We had a wonderful holiday and will definitely be back. Food was great at Elements - breakfast lunch and dinner. Great bar service with super cocktails and a good selection of wine. Room was lovely and spacious and super clean. Evening turndown service...

Fabulous resort, great beach and super staff. We had a wonderful holiday and will definitely be back. Food was great at Elements - breakfast lunch and dinner. Great bar service with super cocktails and a good selection of wine. Room was lovely and spacious and super clean. Evening turndown service was very welcome. Booking of sun beds on the room iPad was really great as we didn’t have to rush out with towels at dawn !!

The atmosphere was very welcoming, friendly and the accommodations were 5 stars. The staff were attentive and very helpful. It was quiet and serene. The staff at the restaurant Elements were professional, extremely pleasant and helpful. Highly recommend. This was our second visit at Bucuti and we have already made...

The atmosphere was very welcoming, friendly and the accommodations were 5 stars. The staff were attentive and very helpful. It was quiet and serene. The staff at the restaurant Elements were professional, extremely pleasant and helpful. Highly recommend. This was our second visit at Bucuti and we have already made reservations for next year.

The service, the view, and beach are superior at Bucuti and Tara. No better way to start the morning with a delicious breakfast overlooking Eagle Beach. A special shout out to Juan with his vibrant personality and attentive service “every single day.” After relaxing on the reserved lounge chairs and...

The service, the view, and beach are superior at Bucuti and Tara. No better way to start the morning with a delicious breakfast overlooking Eagle Beach. A special shout out to Juan with his vibrant personality and attentive service “every single day.” After relaxing on the reserved lounge chairs and walking the pristine beach we had tasty lunches at the beach bar with the friendly and always there to please bar staff. Special thank you to Robert, Israel, and KAREN for your top notch service. Loved the espresso martinis at night under the starry skies! Edda delivered a superb couples beach massage and relaxing facial. Our dinner on the beach was spectacular with the amazing Aruba sunset and multi course dinner served by Yolanda. Another perfect vacation! Sad to leave but can’t wait to return!

Me and my wife stayed at Bucuti & Tara for five nights for our honeymoon and we felt pampered and taken care of the moment we stepped out of the taxi. The staff are all so friendly and accommodating, the food at Elements has a lot of variety for adventurous...

Me and my wife stayed at Bucuti & Tara for five nights for our honeymoon and we felt pampered and taken care of the moment we stepped out of the taxi. The staff are all so friendly and accommodating, the food at Elements has a lot of variety for adventurous eaters and picky eaters alike. Being able to reserve and umbrella for the (gorgeous!) beach is a godsend for late sleepers. As an lgbt couple we felt so warmly welcomed (which was a concern when planning out where to go) and always felt as prioritized as any other guest. Christopher, our concierge, was so much fun and helped us quickly grasp how things worked at the hotel and in Aruba in general. Our servers at Elements, Nakarid, Yolanda, and more made sure we had meals we wouldn't forget. There is something magical about the island of Aruba, and Bucuti & Tara will give you the best of it!

Bucuti and Tara provided us with the BEST vacation so far in our lives! We came for our honeymoon, on arrival you are whisked away to your room with a glass of champagne, given a brief tour and rundown of the resort, Christopher helped us and was WONDERFUL and very...

Bucuti and Tara provided us with the BEST vacation so far in our lives! We came for our honeymoon, on arrival you are whisked away to your room with a glass of champagne, given a brief tour and rundown of the resort, Christopher helped us and was WONDERFUL and very helpful explaining how the resort works given it was our first visit. Breakfast was always delicious, staff was AMAZING and so helpful, always happy and smiling. Lounge chairs by the ocean were very comfortable, our room was very clean and the bed was extremely comfortable. The staff at elements were really a stand out- funny and personable personalities with the upmost in professionalism. We WILL be coming back! If you are looking for a relaxing and tranquil trip with no children- THIS IS IT!!

If you’re looking for a peaceful, adults-only retreat where relaxation is the priority, we highly recommend Bucuti & Tara Resort. It’s the perfect place to unwind, with thoughtful amenities and top-notch service. What We Loved: • Perfect Room Comfort: The temperature was always just right, and the spacious rooms came...

If you’re looking for a peaceful, adults-only retreat where relaxation is the priority, we highly recommend Bucuti & Tara Resort. It’s the perfect place to unwind, with thoughtful amenities and top-notch service. What We Loved: • Perfect Room Comfort: The temperature was always just right, and the spacious rooms came stocked with high-quality aloe-based products. • Stress-Free Beach Experience: No need to rush for loungers! There are more than enough, and you can reserve yours the day before via an iPad in your room. • Seamless Beach Service: Your chairs are set up with towels before you arrive, and the flag system makes it easy to order food or drinks from Elements without leaving your seat. • Fantastic Breakfast: A free and plentiful buffet with à la carte options—plenty of variety to start the day right. • Friendly, Attentive Staff: Everyone goes above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable. • Great Pool & Hot Tub: Always clean, spacious, and never crowded. • Plenty of Water Stations: No need to worry about staying hydrated—the resort provides refillable water bottles and has convenient refill stations. • Helpful, Non-Pushy Concierge: They’ll assist in booking excursions if you want to explore, but there’s no pressure. • Nearby Conveniences: A casino is within walking distance, and there’s a rental car agency right next door. • Adults-Only & Quiet: A perfect escape for relaxation without noise or distractions. • Beautiful Beachfront Location: A long stretch of soft sand to explore and enjoy. • Well-Equipped Gym & Yoga on the Beach: Ideal for staying active while taking in the stunning surroundings. What Could Be Better: • The on-site store closes early, so if you need anything late at night, you’ll have to leave the resort. Overall: This is our absolute favorite hotel, and we’ve already booked our stay for next year. If you’re looking for a relaxing, luxurious, and stress-free experience in Aruba, Bucuti & Tara is the place to be!

It all begins with cold towels and champagne followed by a leisurely stroll to your room as your guide explains all about the hotel (if you are new to this small luxury hotel). Breakfast the next morning is amazing with anything you can think of (if you don’t see it...

It all begins with cold towels and champagne followed by a leisurely stroll to your room as your guide explains all about the hotel (if you are new to this small luxury hotel). Breakfast the next morning is amazing with anything you can think of (if you don’t see it just ask and they will do their best to make it for you). This hotel is made for those seeking quiet relaxation but with very attentive staff as you raise the red flag attached to your soft, cushy beach lounge in search of that refreshing Pina colada or those yummy hot French fries. There is no need to ever leave the resort if you so choose, Elements restaurant provides lots of choice and beautiful views. Lastly, our room was cleaned “top to bottom” each day, with a touch-up at the end of the day which included a different hot tea for two, a peaceful ending to a relaxing day (and we thank Mirna for keeping our room so very clean).

This is the first review I’ve put on Trip Advisor but felt I had to. We just had the most perfect vacation at Bucuti and Tara. We had high expectations before our visit based on all the great reviews and I have to say our expectations were exceeded. The staff...

This is the first review I’ve put on Trip Advisor but felt I had to. We just had the most perfect vacation at Bucuti and Tara. We had high expectations before our visit based on all the great reviews and I have to say our expectations were exceeded. The staff was wonderful - the concierges, housekeeping, wait staff, bartenders; the beach is absolutely stunning; our room was perfect with a great ocean view; the breakfast, and other food at Elements, was excellent; the process for reserving beach umbrellas was very smooth; and of course the Aruba weather was great! We are returning next year with friends!

Bucuti & Tara orbited a top notch, friendly, and relaxing stay. The entire experience was impeccable, from the friendly greetings from all staff, to easy reservations and service at dinner and the beach. The grounds and every facility were perfect and clean. Food and drinks were delicious at Elements restaurant...

Bucuti & Tara orbited a top notch, friendly, and relaxing stay. The entire experience was impeccable, from the friendly greetings from all staff, to easy reservations and service at dinner and the beach. The grounds and every facility were perfect and clean. Food and drinks were delicious at Elements restaurant and at the Sand Bar.

I think when you go on vacation and while you are there you plan the next trip back to the same place - you might be hooked ! That is exactly how we feel about Bucuti and Tara Resort . We recently returned home from our third visit there and...

I think when you go on vacation and while you are there you plan the next trip back to the same place - you might be hooked ! That is exactly how we feel about Bucuti and Tara Resort . We recently returned home from our third visit there and once again, it did not disappoint ! FRONT DESK: From the moment we checked in , we felt like we were “home “ again. The front desk staff always welcomes you with big smiles and quickly and efficiently got us checked in. We had already been in Aruba for 7 days when we checked into Bucuti and they graciously stored our luggage for us until the 3 PM check in. We had asked if we could come in the morning the day of our check in and use the facilities (pool, beach, loungers , etc ) and they said that was no problem. When we arrived, our luggage was unloaded from our rental car and stored until check in time. The front desk got us all checked in (no key yet as room would not be ready til 3 ) and booked us beach chairs and an umbrella and off to the beach we went. A little after 3 I checked at the front desk to see if our room was ready and it was. Got the room key and went up to the room- luggage was already in there which was so nice. ROOM: We have always booked a standard king room in the Bucuti building. Bed is extremely comfortable, AC keeps the room very cool , balcony has two chairs and a small table, room has a couch, table and chairs, iPad, dresser, and a spacious bathroom. There is also a closet with 2 robes and a safe for your valuables. Also included are a microwave, mini frig and wine glasses and utensils. They also include 2 stainless steel water bottles for you to use during your stay. The water is safe to drink in Aruba so you can drink it straight out of the tap and there are multiple water filling stations at the beach . Extra info: We were told that the Bucuti building is scheduled to be remolded summer of 2026! BEACH: Located directly on Eagle Beach - in my opinion one of the most beautiful beaches in Aruba. The beach is so incredibly deep and the white sand and blue water are breath-taking. A perfect place to unwind and relax. We spend a lot of time on the beach while we are at Bucuit. And I mean a lot! So one of the big draws for us when we were choosing a resort for our first trip to Aruba in 2023 was the chair reservation system that Bucuti has in place. First, reserving chairs is included in the price of your stay. No extra fees for chairs and umbrellas like some other resorts do in Aruba. Second , they have more chairs and umbrellas than people so there is absolutely no getting up super early to put your towel down on chairs to reserve them. At 5 PM every day, you can get onto their app and choose your chairs and umbrella if you wish - and in not, there will for sure be a space for you when you get to the beach. This sure makes it so relaxing to not have to worry about if you will get a spot or not. The beach chairs are super comfortable - very thick cushions. And be sure to watch for Tommy at the beach - he is there super early setting out all of the towels on the chairs. He is super friendly and we enjoyed talking to him each morning he was there. We also love how spread out the chairs and umbrellas are on the beach. Makes for a very quiet and peaceful environment. No loud music being played, no water sports - just a super relaxing space. If you wish to order food or drinks while at the beach, the chairs have a flag you may raise and a friendly beach attendant will come to your chair and take your order. They also walk around during the day sometimes and pass out cool towels and small little smoothie drinks and sometimes even fruit. We just love everything about the beach! BREAKFAST: The fact that breakfast is included with your stay at Bucuti is another thing we love about the resort. And it’s not just some small breakfast- it’s an incredible spread of some delicious foods ! They offer made to order omelettes, donuts and pastries, lots of juices, yogurt parfaits, fresh fruit, pancakes , meats (bacon and sausage ) , oatmeal, breads, bagels, muffins, and even made to order things from the kitchen- eggs Benedict and some gluten free selections as well (waffles were my favorite.) They also have a selection of coffees and cappuccinos to choose from. You can dine inside or outside on the deck - we always chose outside as you have the most beautiful view of the ocean while eating. The service at breakfast includes many friendly and amazing waiters and waitresses. One I would like to specifically mention is Rambo. He is a very kind, helpful , polite, friendly, and attentive waiter . He always remembers what we like to eat and to drink - even from year to year. He always has a smile on his face and goes above and beyond with his service to his guests. We look forward to seeing him each morning! LUNCH AND DINNER: The restaurant at Bucuti is called Elements. It is newly renovated and is gorgeous. Beautiful ocean views while dining. We ate lunch a few times during our week long stay. One day we had it delivered to our beach chairs and a couple other days we ate on the deck. Our lunches were delicious and the night we ate dinner there was fabulous!! Great service, lovely ambiance and the food was delicious!! We loved every meal we had there !! Another bonus about the resort is it located within walking distance to a number of other restaurants and shops. RESORT CLEANLINESS: Hands down the cleanest resort, hotel, airbnb etc we have ever stayed in. Everywhere you look, inside or outside , there is always, always someone cleaning, repairing , raking, etc. They really work hard to make sure the resort is in extremely clean condition. MANY REPEAT GUESTS :
I once read that over 70 % of Bucuti guests are repeat guests- One stay here and you will be hooked and understand why people keep coming back, time after time. We are definitely hooked and already have our dates scheduled for 2026 and 2027! MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION: Before you book here , make sure to check out their website and read the “What we are not “ section. It describes in detail what to expect from a stay at Bucuti. If you are looking for a beautiful small,resort on a beautiful beach, a place you don’t have to get up early and fight for chairs, staff that treats you like family, delicious food and drinks, adults only, relaxing and quiet and peaceful- then this is the place for you - one stay here and I promise you will be hooked - just like we are !! They have set the bar extremely high and make it really difficult for us to want to travel and stay anywhere else!

This resort is all that it describes! My husband and I loved the fact that it was not a challenge to get an umbrella on the beach each day. The restaurant (Elements) was great, and we also enjoyed our lunches at the Sand Bar with Carlos helping us out each...

This resort is all that it describes! My husband and I loved the fact that it was not a challenge to get an umbrella on the beach each day. The restaurant (Elements) was great, and we also enjoyed our lunches at the Sand Bar with Carlos helping us out each day! I would also recommend the romantic dinner on the beach, which is how we first learned of this resort two years ago. Overall the entire resort staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms were nice and we liked the fact that they had a dehumidifier and air purifier. We will definitely be back again!

Our second stay at the Bucuti&Tara. Perfect as always. There is none better anywhere. Every employee is friendly and genuinely enthusiastic to have us as guests. This time Jasmine made our stay especially comfortable. Our bed needed some attention for our needs and she saw to it to make the...

Our second stay at the Bucuti&Tara. Perfect as always. There is none better anywhere. Every employee is friendly and genuinely enthusiastic to have us as guests. This time Jasmine made our stay especially comfortable. Our bed needed some attention for our needs and she saw to it to make the changes. Thank you! Israel is also one of our favorites in the bar and restaurant. He always has a witty attitude that makes us laugh. Woo hoo!! 😉 We were honored to be a part of the beach party celebrating 10000 TripAdvisor reviews! Don’t change a thing. We are booked for the next 2 years.

The overall experience is spectacular. It’s hard to say which factor stands out but I will try. (1) the beach, which is just steps from your room, is breathtaking. The sand, the water and the serenity are unrivaled. No wonder Eagle Beach is ranked as one of the top beaches...

The overall experience is spectacular. It’s hard to say which factor stands out but I will try. (1) the beach, which is just steps from your room, is breathtaking. The sand, the water and the serenity are unrivaled. No wonder Eagle Beach is ranked as one of the top beaches in the Caribbean. The Bucuti resort provides very comfortable lounge chairs under large umbrellas. By raising a little red flag you receive drinks from a very friendly and cheerful staff member. (2) the entire resort is peaceful and serene. The adults-only feature is wonderful, making this the most quiet peaceful resort we have ever visited. (3) the service - from the doorman to the concierge to the wait staff to the housekeeping staff - is impeccable. I cannot emphasize enough how professional and welcoming the staff is on a highly consistent basis. I want to highlight the team at the bar and the waiters at breakfast - they go above and beyond to make you feel happy and appreciated. (4) the rooms are extremely comfortable, clean and well maintained. (5) the food and service at Elements, the restaurant, is phenomenal - much better than typical hotel food. There are hundreds of restaurants on Aruba and we have dined at over 20 of these establishments - Elements is one of our top two favorites. The view, the service and the cuisine are amazing. (6) lastly, the landscaping is absolutely impeccable. We have traveled extensively and Bucuti & Tara is the finest resort we have ever visited. We will be back.

If you are looking for a large busy casino type hotel, this is not your place. However if you want a Peaceful, elegant retreat with attentive friendly staff, this is the place. The beach is beautiful but waves were a bit too rough for swimming during our stay. However the...

If you are looking for a large busy casino type hotel, this is not your place. However if you want a Peaceful, elegant retreat with attentive friendly staff, this is the place. The beach is beautiful but waves were a bit too rough for swimming during our stay. However the sunsets and long walks were like heaven on earth. The Tara suite is well appointed, bed super comfortable. I also like the in room air purifier and dehumidifier. The restaurant had a wonderful full breakfast, lunch menu was also good.

Ugh, what can I say?! Best resort ever!! Everyone is so friendly and give the best service. Throughout our entire stay they make it a point to know you by your name and know what you like or dislike. For brunch, we had ordered green juice and every day after...

Ugh, what can I say?! Best resort ever!! Everyone is so friendly and give the best service. Throughout our entire stay they make it a point to know you by your name and know what you like or dislike. For brunch, we had ordered green juice and every day after that, they always had it ready for us without even asking..we loved it! I also love that they let you relax and aren't always bothering you to "earn their tips" they treat you amazing regardless and truly want you to enjoy your stay and relax. The amenities so clean too!! I had forgotten my retainers when we left and they called me to let me know and at that point we were already in line at the airport, the manager drove all the way to the airport to give me my retainer. I was so grateful for that! They take service to a whole other level! We love the Bucuti! And Eagle beach is paradise!

Bucuti continues to be an incredible vacation. This was our fourth visit and we already booked again for next year. The staff makes all the difference with their welcoming and genuine spirit. Thank you Nicholas, Erwin, Stacey, Juan, Bjorn, Natalie, Esmarel, Nakarid, Luke, Kevin… and the list goes on…to all...

Bucuti continues to be an incredible vacation. This was our fourth visit and we already booked again for next year. The staff makes all the difference with their welcoming and genuine spirit. Thank you Nicholas, Erwin, Stacey, Juan, Bjorn, Natalie, Esmarel, Nakarid, Luke, Kevin… and the list goes on…to all the incredible staff! Our wedding anniversary was on Monday and Nicholas went above and beyond to make it special. We had the special cabana dinner and he created a new menu for us with a wine pairing to top it all off. Each course was exceptional and beautifully presented by Erwin. Stacey was integral in delivering our anniversary surprises. Esmarel had champagne and chocolates delivered to us as an anniversary surprise. Juan had us laughing daily at breakfast and even gave us a small personalized gift. We are beyond grateful and thankful to continue to celebrate our love and life at such an incredible destination…we love Aruba. And more…Bucuti & Tara Thank you from the bottom of our hearts 💕

My husband and I have celebrated our winter birthdays at Bucuti and Tara for over ten years, and we’re already booked for 2026! It’s hard to say anything about this wonderful place that hasn't been said many times already, but our annual trip is one of the highlights of our...

My husband and I have celebrated our winter birthdays at Bucuti and Tara for over ten years, and we’re already booked for 2026! It’s hard to say anything about this wonderful place that hasn't been said many times already, but our annual trip is one of the highlights of our year. What brings us back to B&T when there are newer luxury resorts on the island? The facilities are nice, clean and well-kept, the umbrella reservation process takes all the stress out of obtaining a prime spot on the beautiful white sandy beach daily, Eagle Beach is so beautiful it’s almost indescribable, but the main thing that makes us such loyal visitors is the staff. The staff is amazing, and after many years of visiting we count many of them as friends. It’s a testament to the resort that they can retain their folks year after year, and it’s the primary reason we haven’t considered any of the new five-star properties on the island. I can’t mention everyone on the staff who wows us yearly, but it starts with Mayra in room reservations. She treats us like family as she responds to our online reservation requests. The team serving the daily breakfast buffet, included with your stay, does a tremendous job, and we enjoy our daily interactions with Juan, Margarita and the others. Our friends Esmaral, Beverley, and Brendolyn at the towel station call us by name and greet us with a smile every day, and the beach staff, including Orville, Tommy and many others go out of their way to pamper us daily on the beach. Finally, a highlight of our days are our times at the Sand Bar. We look forward daily to enjoying drinks and laughing with our friend Karen, and it’s a joy to see how the team there, including Greg, Carlos, Robert, Israel, Aldrick and the others have fun while giving great service. I hope you can sense the amazing service this special group of people give at this top-notch resort. We recommend it highly!

The resort’s location on Eagle Beach is unparalleled—pristine white sands and turquoise waters create a serene backdrop perfect for relaxation. The adults-only policy ensures a peaceful environment, ideal for couples seeking a romantic escape. My room was impeccably clean, with modern amenities and a breathtaking ocean view. The attention to...

The resort’s location on Eagle Beach is unparalleled—pristine white sands and turquoise waters create a serene backdrop perfect for relaxation. The adults-only policy ensures a peaceful environment, ideal for couples seeking a romantic escape. My room was impeccably clean, with modern amenities and a breathtaking ocean view. The attention to detail in the room’s design made it both comfortable and elegant. Dining at Elements Restaurant was a highlight. The menu offers a variety of delicious options, catering to different dietary needs, and the beachfront setting enhances the dining experience.

We celebrated our 37th wedding anniversary in a Tara suite. We yearned for nothing. Our stay was filled with peace, tranquility, the beautiful sound of the ocean, and birds chirping. Every employee we encountered had a smile on their face and asked if we needed anything, but we never did,...

We celebrated our 37th wedding anniversary in a Tara suite. We yearned for nothing. Our stay was filled with peace, tranquility, the beautiful sound of the ocean, and birds chirping. Every employee we encountered had a smile on their face and asked if we needed anything, but we never did, as our stay was perfect. We were greeted with a refreshing towel in the reception area. We received a wonderful greeting from our concierge, Christopher, who escorted us to our room after providing us with champagne. Our room had a lovely arrangement of a bottle of champagne, with crackers and cheese. The linens were luxurious, and the bed was very comfortable. You don't need to get up before the sunrise to claim a chair for the day, as you had reserved one the day before. This made for a more pleasurable experience where we ate at Elements and did not feel rushed. The evening of our anniversary was lovely as we had booked a romantic dinner. The six-course meal was fantastic, and Elements spared no expense. We ate every meal at Elements due to the variety of meals, the high-quality food, and the fantastic service. We loved the nightly turndown service, which included hot tea. The sand and ocean were gorgeous. Additional accolades to Nora and Angela (Concierge), Mirna and Nakarid (Elements), and Maria (turndown service). This property is for those who desire no loud music and partying, no smell of cigarettes. If you desire a place to reclaim your sanity with no pressure to do anything, Bucuti and Tara Suites is your place. We cannot wait to return.

Another amazing chill vacation at Bucuti & Tara After 10 years & numerous stays, it just keeps getting better Reggie, Nakorid, Rik, Dany, Juan , Rambo, Stacy, etc. all 1st class PEOPLE; that’s why we keep coming back; you feel like ROYALTY No kids, noise or distractions Just pristine Beach,...

Another amazing chill vacation at Bucuti & Tara After 10 years & numerous stays, it just keeps getting better Reggie, Nakorid, Rik, Dany, Juan , Rambo, Stacy, etc. all 1st class PEOPLE; that’s why we keep coming back; you feel like ROYALTY No kids, noise or distractions Just pristine Beach, pool, & amenities; leaving today, coming again next May Wouldn’t dare go anyplace else!

We love this place and come back every year. Its clean the service is awesome the people are the same every year so friendly so helpful. The beach is the best!! The staff setting up the towels so wonderful!! The beach chairs are super comfortable the beach service impeccable and...

We love this place and come back every year. Its clean the service is awesome the people are the same every year so friendly so helpful. The beach is the best!! The staff setting up the towels so wonderful!! The beach chairs are super comfortable the beach service impeccable and the system for reserving a chair is the best ever! We highly recommend Bucuti and Tara. Its a quiet serene beautiful experience. However that smoking section on the beach has got to go. We always get a night with the sunset champagne and it is wonderful except the smoking section is right smack in front of the seating for sunset champagne. So as we sip our champagne and watch the sunset we have to look the people smoking and get the smell of cigar. It ruins the whole experience. Bucuti why would you have the smoking section right in view of the sunset. All our pictures of us and sunset are ruined w strangers smoking. Please move the section actual move it off the beach because as we sit under our umbrella the breeze moves the cigarette smoke right to where we are. We do the sunset champagne every year but we wont do it again and cant recommend it if the smoking section is in the way.

Bucuti never fails to impress and surpass expectations. We have just returned from another fantastic stay at The Bucuti. From the moment we stepped out of the taxi until the time we left, everything was amazing, as always. There is a reason that Bucuti has such a high % of...

Bucuti never fails to impress and surpass expectations. We have just returned from another fantastic stay at The Bucuti. From the moment we stepped out of the taxi until the time we left, everything was amazing, as always. There is a reason that Bucuti has such a high % of repeat guests. From the moment we walk through the doors to be greeted with a cold cloth and a glass of champagne, we feel as if we are home. Elements has been redecorated and upgraded to include an air conditioned inside seating area. Previously we have sat outside and enjoyed the wonderful beach view, but this time we opted to have breakfast inside. We still had the view but not the humidity or birds outside. The breakfast is as good as ever, with a great selection of hot and cold buffet, different milk options and gluten free items. Laura perfectly cooked our eggs to order, fried and omelette. There is fresh fruit, smoked salmon, different breads, pasties, cakes, bacon, sausage fruit juice, waffles made to order and plenty more. The sun lounger reservation system means late and lazy mornings with no rush to get up to get a lounger. There are more loungers than guests so even if you forget to reserve a lounger the day before, there are always plenty available all day. All the team are friendly and helpful. They are always on hand to help. A big Thank You to Ignacio for taking us to hospital and arranging for us to be collected and brought back to the hotel. There are so many of the team that deserve mentioning. Nakarid, Angela, Maddie, Orville and Robert are just a few. Bucuti provides tranquility, peace and relaxation. It is somewhere to unwind and rest and recharge your batteries, which is only possible due to the hard work and attention of all the team. Thank you for another wonderful stay.

We recently returned home after our lovely stay at Bucuti & Tara. It literally checks all boxes. There was not one thing we could complain about. The entire staff are exceptional & we were amazed how educated they are. One of the guys spoke 5 languages as do many speak...

We recently returned home after our lovely stay at Bucuti & Tara. It literally checks all boxes. There was not one thing we could complain about. The entire staff are exceptional & we were amazed how educated they are. One of the guys spoke 5 languages as do many speak several languages. They are an absolute pleasure . The food was delicious. Most nights we opted to eat @ Elements and watch the sunset - so convenient and beautiful! Our room was cleaned constantly. A very comfortable bedding and the bathroom with a built in tv into the mirror was such a fun thing …. We will def be going back yearly. I highly recommend if you are looking for EXCELLANT service with a kicked back feel.

We enjoyed every second at the Bucuti & Tara Resort. The beach was on the best part of Eagle beach and staff was always pleasant and eager to help. Relaxing vibes and exactly what we were looking for. The included breakfast had everything and great scenery. Will definitely be back!!

This was our second stay and we will be coming back every year. This place is special and everything contributes to make it ever more popular : the beach , the umbrellas and the unique booking app, the restaurant on the beach, the commitment to sustainability, … and the people...

This was our second stay and we will be coming back every year. This place is special and everything contributes to make it ever more popular : the beach , the umbrellas and the unique booking app, the restaurant on the beach, the commitment to sustainability, … and the people and staff of course ! « Every single day » is just another day in paradise. And finally if you like kite surfing , you are just 10 min from a great spot with wind « every single day «

The best service we’ve experienced at a hotel ever. The room was perfect and immaculately kept while we were there. Concierge was attentive to any request. Breakfast was amazing. The booking system for beach chairs was so great and took the pressure off waking up early to grab a chair....

The best service we’ve experienced at a hotel ever. The room was perfect and immaculately kept while we were there. Concierge was attentive to any request. Breakfast was amazing. The booking system for beach chairs was so great and took the pressure off waking up early to grab a chair. My husband hurt his back during our stay and a quick call to the hotel doctor got us a prescription and we were back to relaxing within two hours. Cannot say enough good things about this hotel!! We will be back and will tell all our friends how wonderful it is.

I’m honestly not sure where to start. Overall, I was very disappointed with our stay. Very underwhelmed and truly, just so disheartened. As is likely obvious by this point of the review, we will not return in the future. My husband and I stayed in a Tara Suite from May...

I’m honestly not sure where to start. Overall, I was very disappointed with our stay. Very underwhelmed and truly, just so disheartened. As is likely obvious by this point of the review, we will not return in the future. My husband and I stayed in a Tara Suite from May 11-16, 2025. The room was $938/night + taxes/fees. Now that the trip is over, I feel the need to share my experience in the event it is helpful to someone. I heard about Bucuti & Tara a few years prior to our visit. Having been on my radar for a while, I looked over many different reviews and saw the different awards and accolades come through via email from the property. Maybe I simply had the wrong expectations going in, but when a resort is consistently posting on their website or emailing you after your booking, we were just rated “Trip Advisor -#1 Hotel in Caribbean” “Trip Advisor - #5 Best Hotel in the World”, “2025: US News & World Report Gold award, #1 in Aruba, top 25 in the Caribbean”, I expected this to be a wonderful trip. I was so excited!! Having had the opportunity to visit some absolutely spectacular resorts in my life, I’m at a complete loss as to what justifies Bucuti & Tara’s awards and accolades. Either I completely missed something, they are paying the organizations that put together these rankings, or there truly are not that great of resorts out there. To be fair to the resort, I will break down the good and the bad of my experience because it was not all bad. The Good: 1. The resort was clean 2. The servers/bartenders were friendly (for the most part; an Elements hostess, Joally, was rude and abrasive to me one morning when I tried to come for breakfast, not allowing me on the outdoor deck because I didn’t have shoes on—mind you, we ate lunch on the same deck the day before without shoes on and multiple other people were dining that same morning in front of me without shoes. The inconsistency of this rule and when, to whom, and how it was applied was confusing and frustrating) — Karen at the sandbar was especially kind and friendly 3. The cocktail selection and craftsmanship was excellent (not just a selection of overly sweet beach drinks, but craft cocktails) 4. The smoothies were good — we especially enjoyed the “nutrient dense” smoothie 5. The beach is pretty—that being said, there are also plenty of other resorts on Eagle Beach 6. The resort bar, Sandbar, is reserved exclusively for resort guests so there was never any difficulty finding a chair or getting service In my opinion, cleanliness and friendliness do not deem a resort SUPERB to me. It is my baseline expectation of a resort charging $938/night for a room to be clean and the people working there to be friendly. If they do not meet these basic standards, a resort simply doesn’t survive. The Bad: 1. The beach lounger reservation system. It was awful. Absolutely horrible. I go on vacation to get away from stress. The whole system was so stressful. It single-handedly ruined my entire vacation. When I go on vacation to a beach, I want to sit and look at the ocean. I do not want to sit and look at the back of someone else’s beach chair. Bucuti’s website states “To ensure your comfort, your complimentary umbrella reservation is made easy through the in-room tablet, available to reserve daily starting at 5 p.m. Guests love how simple and efficient the system is, guaranteeing their preferred spot. For those looking to unplug or prefer assistance, our Concierge Team or Towel Hut Team is happy to assist in reserving an umbrella for you.” I could not disagree with this quote any more strongly. I did not love this system. I hated the system. There was absolutely no garuntee that I got my preferred spot, and I didn’t get my preferred spot multiple days. That being said, I was warned. As quoted above, this is clearly and plainly stated on their website. So the only person here to blame is myself for being aware of their system and still booking the resort. (Which is why I’m taking all this time to post this review and hopefully save even just one person the frustration I currently feel having spent a trip there.) I guess I was just hoping I would be able to get on the reservation system right at 5:00 PM everyday (mind you, this is also the time when you’d rather be in the water, walking the beach, etc—doing anything but frantically trying to refresh their stupid chair reservation system) and get the chair I wanted. Alas, that was not the case — one day the entire app shut down on me right at 5:00 and wouldn’t let me log back in until 5:08–we got the 4th row that day. Another day, I frantically pressed and pressed and pressed and pressed the stupid reservation button right at 5:00, only to end up on the 2nd row. Two other days, we got the front row. Therefore, if you are someone who cares about where you sit on the beach and your happiness is dependent upon being on the front row (like me), I strongly caution you against booking at this resort. You will spend a lot of money to, unfortunately, be miserable. If you don’t care where you sit on the beach, then go ahead and book this resort — there are a lot more chairs than there are people and they are plenty comfortable. But again, if you prefer to look at the ocean and not at the back of someone else’s chair and don’t want to be stressed out and frustrated every afternoon at 5:00, I would not book this resort. (Side note—if available, for like $1600/night, there are 4 penthouse suites that you can book that come with a reserved palapa and loungers — however, these are the same palapas that Elements does their sunset dinners under so if you stay on the beach to watch the sunset (around 7:00 PM during our trip), you would not have access to your reserved palapa to watch the sunset at and I’m assuming you would have to leave by a certain time) 2. Taxis: Getting a taxi from the hotel was unnecessarily frustrating. I emailed concierge prior to arrival with all of our dinner reservation details, asking them if they could arrange taxis to pick us up at the coordinated time. They told me they don’t do that, but “we will call a taxi for you when you are ready […] it should arrive within 3-5 minutes” (see screenshot). (It turns out there is a private car service that can be arranged for an exact time, but this option wasn’t offered to me prior to arrival because it is “expensive”—I only learned of this service when I spoke to the concierge manager, Rik). Therefore, going based off the email stating above, I called down the first evening to ask the concierge to call a taxi for us. They said there was “one sitting out front for us” and “they would let the bellman know”. Thinking that we had secured a cab for dinner, my husband and I headed to the lobby, saw the taxi out front, chatted with the concierge for a few minutes answering their questions, and then walked out to get in what we thought was our taxi; only to have another couple hop in before us and the bellman tell us “taxis are first come, first served”. I was so confused because I thought that was the cab they had “told the bellman was for us”. This happened a few more times during our trip, where we thought we were getting into the correct cab, only to be told by the bellman to stop or get in a different cab. Seeing how cabs work at the restaurants, there is zero reason for there to be any confusion when it comes to cabs at Bucuti. When a restaurant calls a cab for you to return to your resort, the cab gives the restaurants a “code” for each assigned ride and the restaurant, in turn, gives you the code. You then walk out and know exactly which cab is yours. When I spoke to the concierge manager, Rik, with the suggestions of either 1) explaining the whole taxi system at check-in more clearly to set more appropriate expectations or 2) offering the code system similar to restaurants, he really didn’t seem interested in making the cab experience any less frustrating and just reiterated that “they are first come, first served”. 3. The telephone in the room: The concierge button and front desk button did not work; I had to press 0 and go through the operator every time 4. Bucuti’s website states they do not allow weddings on-site so as not to take “away from the serene ambience that [they] had so carefully created and that [their] guests had come to expect.” There was a wedding on Bucuti’s beachfront property on May 13 at sunset. They started setting up for it around 3 PM. It was on the other side of the resort from where I was enjoying the beach so it didn’t particularly bother me, but I felt it was important to point this out, as what is disclosed on their website is inaccurate and misleading. Regarding the food at Elements, we only ate breakfast, lunch, and had a few snacks from the Sandbar so I cannot speak to the dinner service. The breakfast buffet was standard, in my opinion. They offered what most beach resorts we’ve been to offered—coffe, milk, juice, breads, jams/jellies, PB, pastries, fruits, cheeses, cold cuts, eggs, bacon, sausage, cook-to-order omelette station, and about 5 cook-to-order options you could order from the server. The fish tacos, ceviche, sweet potato fries, ceasar salad with shrimp were good. The shrimp pizza was not good—I’d recommend skipping. As I briefly mentioned above, I did speak to the concierge manager, Rik, early in my stay as I was so upset that I was not enjoying my vacation more. While he listened compassionately, he didn’t really offer much solution or suggestion as to how he might make things better for guests in the future. It’s very much a “this is who we are, take it or leave it attitude”. Which, again, they state that plainly on their website. He offered to refund the rest of our stay (I suspect so he could later say in response to this review that that was offered), but as I told him, where else was I going to go last minute? The last thing I wanted to do on a trip was have to move resorts. Anywho, I am hopeful that the obvious amount of time it took me to write this review exemplifies to others my overall dissatisfaction for this resort and my sincere hope that no one else endures the frustration I did in the future. Again, this resort is perfect for many people out there who do not have similar preferences to me, but if we seem to travel similarly at all, I would look elsewhere. Cheers!

This is a small adult resort that truly makes you feel wanted. The beach is best in Aruba and the facility is immaculate. Even before arrival our concierge Fatima arranged everything and continued to assist with anything we might need. There are so many free chairs and umbrellas that everyone...

This is a small adult resort that truly makes you feel wanted. The beach is best in Aruba and the facility is immaculate. Even before arrival our concierge Fatima arranged everything and continued to assist with anything we might need. There are so many free chairs and umbrellas that everyone has one. Almost everyone we met were return guests.

Clean, quiet and hospitable. First visit to Bucuti and Tara, and not the last. They provided extras that they didn’t have to cold wash cloths, wellness shots on the beach, a rose, champagne, cheese, crackers and gourmet cookies in our room upon our arrival in celebration of our honeymoon. Also,...

Clean, quiet and hospitable. First visit to Bucuti and Tara, and not the last. They provided extras that they didn’t have to cold wash cloths, wellness shots on the beach, a rose, champagne, cheese, crackers and gourmet cookies in our room upon our arrival in celebration of our honeymoon. Also, we were immediately greeted upon arrival by John and friendly staff who gave us a champagne toast and a cold wash cloth. We leave knowing the names of their staff because they make themselves available to ensure a happy stay. We met Nicholas the food and beverage manager who allowed us to try an upcoming dish on their Elements menu, plan a night or two to eat at their restaurant and enjoy the atmosphere of music, beach-side sunset, and delicious menu for seafood, pasta, meat, vegan and vegetarian dishes. The complementary breakfast is not to be missed with some of their servers Juan, Margarite, and Ramus. Angela in concierge is a wealth of knowledge she helped us greatly on local restaurants. Fatima is terrific too.

The staff welcomed us upon arrival. Shown to our room and given a tour of the facility. Great staff and service our entire stay. Such a relaxing trip for our 34th anniversary. Room was spotless and the beach service exceptional. Every staff member you pass greats you and is so...

The staff welcomed us upon arrival. Shown to our room and given a tour of the facility. Great staff and service our entire stay. Such a relaxing trip for our 34th anniversary. Room was spotless and the beach service exceptional. Every staff member you pass greats you and is so very helpful.

My wife and I travel the islands a lot and after our visit this month, we have decided to permanently choose the Bucuti for our Spring getaway. The place is just absolutely glorious, luxurious, and I hate to use that overworked cliche but ‘paradise on earth’ Where do I begin?...

My wife and I travel the islands a lot and after our visit this month, we have decided to permanently choose the Bucuti for our Spring getaway. The place is just absolutely glorious, luxurious, and I hate to use that overworked cliche but ‘paradise on earth’ Where do I begin? How about the impeccable location; on the gorgeous shores of Eagle Beach. Every beautiful spectrum of Caribbean blue waters. You literally have a gorgeous sunset every day right in front of you. How about the most friendly and accommodating staff you have ever experienced. They will go out of your way to provide exactly what you are looking for. How about their exquisite fine dining restaurant Elements’; literally on everyone’s Top 5 restaurants. The rooms are modern, spacious and every room has some type of gorgeous view. The grounds of Bucuti are out of an upscale magazine. Add to all this, an incredible daily breakfast that has something different every day. Activities and beach programs are abundant. I can’t stress how awesome their front desk is. They will provide you taxis, reservations, guidance and anything else you need. I could go on with all the little touches that occur every day…fresh fruit and healthy smoothie shots and cold towels bought to your beach chairs during the day, a welcome basket of champagne, cheese and crackers, fresh brewed tea in your room each night etc etc etc. I’m rambling now since I get so carried away just thinking about our recent trip. Just do yourself a favor and visit this absolutely magnificent, magical resort.