No Aruba escape is complete without a sunset happy hour, or three! Wind down after a day of island adventure (or beach lounging) with a front-row seat to a stunning sunset with a refreshing cocktail in hand. Whether you’re craving a laid-back beach vibe or a more stylish chic ambiance, Aruba’s happy hour scene has something for everyone. Here’s our pick of the best spots to soak in the island’s breathtaking golden hour!
Sunset Bar at Hilton Aruba
Where: Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino in Palm Beach
Highlight: Sunset Bar, now with a fresh new look, is located on the lush and tropical property of Hilton Aruba, is a vibrant open-air bar and lounge with nightly live entertainment and happy hour specials. Take in the spectacular views of cascading waterfalls and sunsets of Palm Beach while you savor small bites and sip on a refreshing cocktail. With a casual, yet refined atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot for an elevated, relaxing happy hour experience!
Pelican Nest Seafood Grill
Where: Palm Beach on Pelican Pier, in between Holiday Inn Aruba Resort & Casino and Playa Linda Resort
Highlight: Grab a table on their restaurant side or bar side and soak up the sunset glow and the good times. You can expect friendly and entertaining bartenders and servers, specialty jumbo cocktails (frozen and on the rocks, try their Summer Love or Turtuga cocktail), mouth-watering seafood dishes, and delicious appetizers… oh, and not to mention mesmerizing views of Aruba’s pretty blues surrounding your every turn. If you go to Pelican Pier once, you are sure to come back for more!
Lucy’s Aruba Retired Surfer’s Bar & Restaurant
Where: Downtown, alongside the Renaissance Marina
Highlight: Switch it up from the beachfront resort area, and head downtown to Lucy’s for some great grub, famous cocktails, good music, and a perfect view overlooking the picturesque Renaissance Marina. This fun, colorful and chill spot serves nothing but good vibes and pretty views. Trust us, you don’t want to miss out on Lucy’s Aruba. Tip – Go on a Tuesday for their famous “Taco Tuesday” and enjoy $2-5 tacos and drink specials all night long! Our drink suggestions: try one of their many margaritas or Da Killer Blue Whale.
Sunset Bistro at Radisson Blu
Where: Radisson Blu Aruba in Palm Beach
Highlight: Sunset Bistro is located on the rooftop of the resort’s main building, overlooking the adult-only infinity pool with a breathtaking backdrop of Palm Beach. PS – it is the only rooftop infinity pool on the island. Sunset views don’t get much better than this!
Water’s Edge Restaurant & Bar
Where: Costa Linda Beach Resort at Eagle Beach
Highlight: Located beachfront on the dreamy and famous Eagle Beach, Water’s Edge offers the perfect beachfront view and casual, laid back vibes. Whether you are coming just for drinks or want to grab a bite, it is the perfect spot to relax with your toes in the sand enjoying the sunset view. PS – they have three daily happy hours!
Beach Bar Aruba
Where: Across from Divi Golf & Beach Resort, between Divi & Tamarijn All Inclusive
Highlight: Quite the picturesque beach bar. It has a spacious bar and patio area overlooking the coastline of Druif Beach, giving serious “Aruba postcard” vibes. With a great food and drink menu, and good music, Beach Bar Aruba is a perfect spot to take a break from the sun in their shaded bar area or choose to get some sunshine on their deck.
Nos Clubhuis
Where: Palm Beach, in between Marriott Aruba Surf Club and MooMba
Highlight: Nos Clubhuis offers some of the best views of Palm Beach. Located above a restaurant, you will get perfect views of Aruba’s pretty blues, swaying palm trees and the heavenly sunset glow in the background. They have two happy hours, one from 12-1 PM and the other from 5-6 PM.
Bugaloe Beach Bar & Grill
Where: Palm Beach, in between Hilton Aruba and RIU
Highlight: A fun, bright, colorful atmosphere. Located on a pier, Bugaloe offers picture perfect views of the crystal clear water with a breathtaking sunset view. Some of the most fun and energetic bartenders and staff members. Bugaloe is well known for putting on a good karaoke show and have quite some talented singers on their team. Their food menu is quite extensive so you’re sure to find a delicious appetizer or entree to indulge in.
Kokoa Restaurant & Bar
Where: Eagle Beach at Aruba Beach Club Resort
Highlight: Enjoy beachfront elegance with stunning sea views. Experience live entertainment every night and incredible happy hours. Located on the world famous Eagle Beach, Kokoa offers uninterrupted views of the breathtaking sunset, don’t miss out!
MooMba Beach Bar & Restaurant
Where: Palm Beach, in between Marriott Aruba Surf Club and Holiday Inn Aruba Resort & Casino
Highlight: Your trip to Aruba is not complete without a visit to MooMba, one of the most popular spots on the island. MooMba provides the perfect balance of relaxation on the beach and entertainment at the bar. It’s a party any day of the week, MooMba is always bound to be a great time. Enjoy all of the friendly people you will meet, and make sure to catch the breathtaking sunset light up the sky!
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*Main featured photo by Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino
