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At Boardwalk Boutique Hotel, we believe in creating experiences that go beyond beautiful spaces and beachside bliss. That’s why supporting local art has always been close to our heart. From the curated pieces in every...

Meet our first-ever Artist in Residence at Boardwalk, wildlife cinematographer Natalie Clements, who stayed in Aruba for 14 days with her husband and fellow cameraman Dan Read. The  Artist in Residence program was...

Once you have been a guest at Boardwalk you understand how everything during your guest journey and your hotel stay evolves around embracing and enjoying the local experience. From the indoor-outdoor living that the...

This summer, something special unfolded on our slice of paradise. With warm trade winds, glowing sunsets, and just the right amount of stillness, summer at Boardwalk became a soulful escape for guests looking to...

Going to Aruba is a great idea, every month of the year. Spring is very appealing with its soothing temperatures and the temptations of Aruba’s largest annual event, Carnaval. The Summer season brings the island to a...

Palm Beach. Just the name itself makes you want to take a vacation. Not to be confused with the town in Florida, we are talking about Palm Beach in Aruba. It’s the islands’ most iconic strip of white sand beach, fringed...

Solo travel is no longer a niche – it’s a global and cultural shift. And just think about it. How many people in your own social circle do you know that love to travel solo? There’s an increasing number of people that...

Aruba in the summer is a bit of a secret - one we don’t mind letting you in on. The island is calmer and just a little slower, in all the best ways. It’s almost like Aruba takes a gentle breath. You’ll feel it as soon as...

Some encounters are just meant to be. This story started in Hawaii, where one of our hotel owners, Kimberly, was realizing the dreams of her three young boys to experience the birthplace of their number one passion...

Aruba offers plenty of opportunities to explore the island, being as small and easy to navigate as it is. At Boardwalk there is nothing we like more than to show our guests and island visitors what the island has to...

If there is one darling local site that we highly recommend for all of our guests to explore and discover, it is Aruba’s national park Arikok, one of the protected nature reserves of the Aruba Conservation Foundation...

The Holidays are traditionally a time of family celebrations, presents, seasonal decorations yet also a time of gifting, donating and giving back to others. In this blog you will find inspiration how you could make a...

Whether you are a parent and love your children dearly, yet long for some quiet time away bonding with your partner or have no kids and do not wish to be entertained by the sounds and movements of the offspring of others...

Have you enjoyed the Olympic Games in Paris this summer as much as we did? It was a lot to take in! From an iconic opening on the river Seine, and Celine Dion performing at the Eiffel Tower to four GOAT athletes carrying...

A healthy lifestyle. Attention for wellness. Selfcare and mindfulness. Without wanting to sound like a guru of some sort, or a page from a recent self-help book or trendy lifestyle magazine, the focus on our overall...

Aruba tops the list of highest repeat visitors to the Caribbean for decades on end. When asked about reasons for choosing a trip to this island, or returning over and over again to Aruba, visitors do not automatically...

Ever since we, two Aruba-born twin sisters, took over Boardwalk in 2011 while it was a very low key vacation retreat and surfers paradise with 13 casitas and a total staff of six, we made it our mission to deliver the...

At Boardwalk we hope to inspire you to explore and discover the destination, connect with the various culinary and cultural aspects of Aruba, it’s people, nature and heritage by integrating stories and scenes of Aruba’s...

This story starts in the mid-nineties, when American windsurfing couple Karl and Robyn Huck first set foot in Aruba for a much anticipated windsurf vacation. They had learned how to windsurf on the Caribbean island of...

At Boardwalk our number one goal right from the start has always been to engage our guests in experiencing the island. This is based on our fundamental belief that the Aruba is the destination, not the hotel where you...

Aruba loves all kinds of celebrations, from birthday parties to carnival and everything in between. Even hump day is a thing on this One happy island, called kibra siman in Papiamento. Literally translated in English...

The month of November marks the official start of the Holiday season, and the 11th day of the 11th month of the year is also the opening of the new Carnival season, yet in Aruba another highlight marks the calendar in...

One of the very first things you will notice upon entering Boardwalk Boutique Hotel is its unique garden. The tall palm trees that welcome you at Boardwalk are not present by accident: this boutique hotel is located on a...

Aruba has a long history of welcoming visitors to its sunny shores and long stretched white sand beaches. Nicknamed One happy island there is so much to do for everyone, and Aruba seems to be doing a great job at keeping...

Creating a brand new restaurant concept from start to finish involves a lot of planning and brainstorming: from the architectural outlines and interior design of the physical space to sourcing local farmers and produce...

As you’ve probably seen, heard, or even better -- experienced yourself by now, one year ago we opened our own restaurant, The Coco Café. And just like every other service, amenity, or add-on we have introduced at...

It is with great pleasure, and a humble amount of pride, that we introduce to you our brand new onsite restaurant The Coco Café, open since June 2023! The Coco Café is a haven of local, tropical goodness, open daily...

If you have been following us for a while you will know by now that at Boardwalk it is our mission to support the local community and embrace initiatives that better the local economy. As part of that mission, we...

When packing your suitcase for Aruba and preparing for a sunny vacation, a visit to a museum might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, it is a frequently asked question that comes up at our Front Desk and...

The Aruba Hi-Winds, an annual surf competition and the longest running sports event in the Caribbean, celebrates its 35th edition this May, from the 17th through the 22nd, 2023. Leading up to Memorial Day Weekend 2023 Hi...

When visiting Aruba in the first two months of the year, you can expect to see costumes embellished with colorful sequins and feathers, people dancing to upbeat music, and out-of-this-world decorated floats. Why? Because...

Ever since current hotel owners Kimberly and Stephanie took over Boardwalk in 2011, and transformed it from a small vacation retreat to a barefoot luxury boutique hotel, one concept remained a constant factor at...

In an online quest for a creative social media content developer Boardwalk posted a ‘dream’ job opening last Spring that led to 2,000+ applications worldwide. After a thorough selection process, Tess Gerdemann,...

Has it been a while since you last had fun on a trip abroad with some good friends, your significant other, or your favorite couple to spend quality time with? Keep on reading as we’re providing some ideas for a great...

Have you ever heard of beach tennis? Ever played it? If not, please keep on reading and by the end of this blog you might actually want to hit the sand, here in Aruba, or even at home. Beach tennis is a fun sport that...

On August 11, 2022 at sunset, Aruba hosted its annual vow renewal ceremony on Eagle Beach, voted the fifth Best Beach in the world. Boardwalk guests Candace and Kevin McKeever from Johnson County, Iowa were in Aruba to...

Morning Hike in Aruba's Mondi Start the day with an energizing early morning hike on one of the many trails through Aruban nature. Our concierge and front desk team can tell you where to go and what to bring! Sunrise at...

Floating Brunch by The Coco Café! We might be a bit biased but floating brunches in the comfort of your own private casita?! The Floating Brunch is served for two and includes avocado toast, acai bowl with fresh fruit...

Boardwalk was founded in 1989 by two local windsurfers, attracting like-minded watersport-loving guests to the hotel, ideally located across the street from Surfers Mecca Fisherman’s Huts. Boardwalk evolved over the past...

Aruba, known for plentiful sunny days and a desert climate, might not come to mind as a place to find an abundance of tropical greens in an almost ‘garden of Eden’-like setting. Yet, that’s exactly what you will...

Food Through Culture Aruba, an island with over 100 different nationalities, will celebrate its tasty and diverse cuisine and international culinary influences with the Autentico Aruba Culinary Festival from October 7-13...

Snorkeling, sunbathing, watersports, long walks, picnics...whatever your preferred beach activity, Aruba has got you covered. Stroll to Boardwalk's beach area on Palm Beach or pick up your snorkel gear & foldable beach...

Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba starts serving complimentary booster shots to all hotel guests on January 1 as a nod to the current pandemic. The booster shots consist of cold pressed juices full of vitamins, minerals...

While on property there are plenty of opportunities for you to rejuvenate, relax and focus on your wellbeing in our two pools, on our dedicated beach area, on a shaded yoga deck outdoors or on your private patio at your...

After spending your vacation in Aruba this Holiday season, the famous Christmas song by The Drifters will never have the same meaning again! Why? Most of Aruba’s beaches are white, all year round and covered in powdery...

Aruba has a long-standing relationship with lovers and romance seekers of all ages who’ve been drawn to the One happy island for their couple’s vacation. With its pristine white sands and dreamy beaches, perfect weather...

We recently invited island girl Jenna Silver, born and raised in Aruba with a great passion for her island and interest in nature conservation and sustainability, to Boardwalk for a short staycation. Jenna currently...

Before we get into sharing our personal stories and connections with kiteboarding and windsurfing in Aruba, here’s some quick notes to get you up to speed on the topic.

Boardwalk’s local tips for a city visit Most of our guests prefer visiting Aruba’s beaches, the natural park, some shopping in Palm Beach and Oranjestad and venture out at night to close by restaurants and bars. At...

You don’t have to be Nostradamus in order to foresee a great future for two local chefs who recently opened their doors to the hottest-ticket-in-town restaurants, Lima Bistro and Infini.

Spending your time to support a charity you are passionate about is something no one will ever regret. It will enrich your local experience, familiarize you with the local community and impact your perspective positively...

On April 22, 2021 the world celebrates International Earth Day to create awareness for the environment and our own roles and part in protecting it. At Boardwalk Aruba we have committed to environmental hotel practices...

It doesn’t matter if you are interested in drone flying yes, or no. When you are exposed to FPV (first-person view) drones and the drone racing related to it, you will be easily hooked to this latest craze in drone use...

Making your vacation work If 2020 taught us anything it is that we are flexible and creative when it comes to getting our work done, sometimes juggling homeschooling for kids at the same time and from the same (work...

At Boardwalk Boutique Hotel we have always made art an essential element in our casita design. Our boutique hotel offers a total of 46 casitas, private vacation home-style rooms, of which 4 are Deluxe Coco Casitas. These...

Long Term Stays & W orkations at Boardwalk, how does that work? "There are a few aspects of this boutique hotel that make it a perfect option for a workation”, said Kacie Darden of Pineapple Travel of her recent...

Yes, we totally get it: everyone is looking for a worry-free vacation experience, in safe and healthy accommodations without too much hassle regarding the new social distancing regulations. At Boardwalk, you will find...