October 13, 2026 — The Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino on Palm Beach is adding a new adults-only room category with private plunge pools, gated outdoor space and direct access to the beach and pool.
What is happening
Caribbean Journal reported on October 12, 2026 that the resort is preparing a premium category of adults-only guest rooms and suites. Marriott has not said how many rooms will be in the category, what they will be called, when they will open or when they can be booked. No renovation timetable has been published.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Property | Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino |
| Brand / parent | Marriott Hotels / Marriott International |
| Location | Palm Beach, Aruba |
| What is new | Adults-only premium rooms and suites |
| Number of new rooms | TBA |
| Opening / booking date | TBA |
| Resort size | 414 rooms, per Islands |
What the new rooms will offer
- Private plunge pools and landscaped outdoor living areas.
- Retractable shade canopies and gated privacy.
- Direct access to the beach and pool.
- Access to the resort’s Tradewinds Club, included with the category.
The resort already has an adults-only pool, H2Oasis, plus beachfront dining at Atardi and the Stellaris Casino. Marriott had also listed the adults-only category in an October 7 roundup of its Caribbean and Mexico resort updates, again without a launch date.
What it means for airline travelers
- Getting there: Aruba’s Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) is the gateway. Islands puts the resort about 20 minutes away by cab, depending on traffic.
- Possible construction: Marriott has not said where on the property the new rooms will go or whether building work is involved. If you are booking a stay in the coming months, ask the resort whether any work is planned near your room.
- When to book: The new category cannot be booked yet. Watch marriott.com for the launch.
- Industry and airline-employee rates: None were mentioned in the sources.
Sources
- Caribbean Journal — The Aruba Marriott Resort Is Adding Adults-Only Rooms With Private Plunge Pools and Direct Beach Access (October 12, 2026)
- The Incentivist — Marriott shares update on Caribbean and Mexican resorts (October 7, 2026)
- Islands — This Newly Renovated Caribbean Hotel And Casino Offers Direct Access To Aruba’s Most Popular Beach
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