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If you want a place where you can enjoy a tropical island setting and plenty of activities, you'll love the Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club. The offerings at this hotel include many enjoyable recreational activities, so you're sure to have plenty to do during your stay.
Water and Fitness
Since the hotel has 2 pools to choose from, you should have no problem getting the perfect spot to lounge, even if you want to spend a lot or just a little time at the pool.
Many vacationers keep their health in mind, even while on vacation. Luckily, you wont have to put a stop to your exercise program while staying here, considering there is an exercise facility on the property.
Tennis
Vacationers who love the game of tennis will find this hotel particularly appealing. The hotel has 311 rooms and 2 courts. This comes out to an average of approximately 373 guests per tennis court, which isn't as good as the ratio provided by some other hotels in the area. You won't have trouble playing a match, but during the high season you may have to find an alternate time for your match, like when most other guests are sunning at the beach. Guests of the hotel can play evening matches on a lit tennis court. This is a great option for guests who want to spend the daylight hours exploring the area.
It is also worth noting that Zagat's recommends this hotel for its tennis.
If you're a tennis enthusiast you might want to compare this hotel to other ones that have tennis courts – especially those hotels which are the most highly rated for tennis. A couple of other hotels worth considering are Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort - Aruba Beach Resort & Casino as well as Mill Resort & Suites.
Golf
Although the Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club does not have a golf course, if golf is on your list of things to do, the hotel can arrange for guests to play at a nearby course. The nearest course is Tierra Del Sol Resort & Country Club, located 0.6 miles north of the Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club. The total length of the course is 6,811 yards, and it is rated as par 71. The standard greens fees for using this course are as follows: $78-145. If you're interested in finding out more information, you can call the course at 297-586-0978.
Watersports
While visiting Aruba you may want to try out a new recreational sport. The hotel offers multiple options, so you will be sure to find an enjoyable aquatic activity, even if you're a novice. The following chart shows the watersports offered at the Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club:
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If you don't see the watersport that you're looking for, don't panic. Check with local vendors, who may provide some other options.
Family Activities
Planning on vacationing with your children? Then check out the accommodations at the Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club, because it is known for its family-oriented amenities. Bringing the kids can be a delight at a hotel like this one, because it has everything needed for a great family vacation.
Entertainment and Nightlife
Following an afternoon in the sun, relax to the sounds of a live performance; live entertainment is one of the great amenities offered by the Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club. Although their operating hours may vary, the hotel offers multiple places where you can enjoy a nice cold beverage. Typically, live entertainment is offered 1 day a week. Please keep in mind, the frequency can sometimes vary seasonally. Getting more information about the schedule may be helpful, so you can know exactly what to expect. If the hotel isn't offering entertainment on a particular night, you'll find nearby hotels that have a bit of after-dark activity listed in the following chart: shown below:
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You can also see if luck is on your side at the hotel's casino, where you can try your luck at a few games of chance.
Other Recreation
Another one of the hotel's available activities is horseback riding. Many people visiting Aruba find this to be a pleasant way to spend part of their day. Another relaxing option is to spend some time in the hotel's beauty salon. A day at the salon may be just what you need to really relax, or the chance to prepare for a wonderful night on the town. No matter what your reasons, a visit to the hotel's beauty salon is sure to enhance your vacation.You'll discover plenty of things to see and do in Aruba, so you don't have to feel limited to the particular activities the hotel offers on-location. From a day at a nearby beach, to a few hours exploring a local market how you spend your time is completely up to you.