• Aruba remains a popular tourist destination.Waving in the caribbean wind image by Gientje from Fotolia.com
  
  With its sprawling, white-sand beaches, towering palm trees and aqua-blue surrounding sea, Aruba is a majestic sight for travelers. As such, appreciating the island from a high-rise hotel can be a defining experience for vacationers. Luckily, tourism is Aruba's most lucrative industry, so hotel choices are numerous. Some of these include high-rise structures for the traveler looking for the luxury of a 180-degree Caribbean view.
  
  

Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino

• The Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino stands nine stories and offers not only an in-house casino, but resort-like luxury. Whether you're staying on the first or ninth floor of the Hyatt Regency Aruba, you'll receive spacious accommodations (remodeled as of 2010), access to a tropical pool including both waterfalls and water slides, use of the on-site fitness facility, and a choice of six in-house restaurants. The hotel houses gift shops, live entertainment and babysitting services.
  
  Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino
  
  J.E. Irausquin Blvd #85,
  
  Palm Beach, Aruba, Dutch Caribbean
  
  +011 297 586 1234
  
  aruba.hyatt.com
  
  

The Westin Resort Aruba

• Not only Aruba's tallest hotel, but also tallest building, the Westin Resort Aruba encompasses 18 floors of luxury accommodations. Located in beautiful Palm Beach, the Westin's upper rooms offer spectacular ocean views - with a private balcony on each. The Westin also houses sprawling swimming pools, in-house bars and restaurants, and a spa. All-inclusive packages are also available at the Westin Resort.
  
  The Westin Resort Aruba
  
  J.E. Irausquin Blvd. 77
  
  Palm Beach, Aruba
  
  +011 297 586 4466
  
  westinaruba.com
  
  

Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa

• Built on just eight floors, the Radisson Aruba Resort still makes room for guest accommodations, a casino and health spa. The Radisson's beachfront property includes two large pools, a whirlpool and hot tub. You can play in the hotel's casino or make your own adventure in its water sport center. With four in-house restaurants, private dining services, and 24-hour room service, you'll have a variety of culinary options. The Larimar spa offers a full menu of spa services.
  
  Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa
  
  J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 81
  
  Palm Beach, Aruba Dutch Caribbean
  
  1 800 395 7046
  
  radisson.com/hotels/aruaruba/
  
  

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

• Standing 10 stories high, the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino offers all the amenities the Dutch Caribbean can supply. The Aruba Marriott features a resort pool, sauna, gym and casino located inside the hotel. Plus, if you're staying at the Marriott you'll also find a day spa, golf course, volleyball courts, squash courts, tennis course and snorkeling within a half mile of the resort. Dining options are plentiful at the Marriott, with seven restaurants in-house ranging from sushi to Italian to steak and potatoes. Additionally, the Marriott Tradewinds Club, a "hotel within a hotel," offers luxury accommodations on the hotel's top floors, which promise spectacular panoramic views.
  
  Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
  
  L.G. Smith Boulevard # 101
  
  Palm Beach, Aruba
  
  297 5 869000
  
  marriott.com