Aruba has roughly a dozen casinos, almost all attached to hotels along Palm Beach, Eagle Beach and downtown Oranjestad. You do not need to be a hotel guest to walk into any of them, and most visitors end up in one whether they planned to or not — they open straight off the lobby you are already standing in.
Aruba after dark: top evening experiences
The main casinos
| Casino | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stellaris | Aruba Marriott, Palm Beach | The biggest on the island, open 24 hours, widest table selection |
| Alhambra | Opposite the Divi resorts, Eagle Beach side | Long-established, hundreds of slots, open afternoon into the small hours |
| Wind Creek Crystal | Renaissance, downtown Oranjestad | Central, plus a race and sports book |
| Wind Creek Seaport | Renaissance Marketplace, Oranjestad | Handy off a cruise ship or after dinner downtown |
| Casinos at the Hyatt, Radisson, Riu and Holiday Inn | Palm Beach strip | Smaller hotel floors, easy walk-in |
What to know before you go in
- You must be 18. Bring photo ID — they do check, particularly in the evening.
- Dress is relaxed but not beachwear. Shorts and a collared shirt are fine at night; swimwear, wet clothes and bare feet are not.
- Currency is US dollars. No need for florin at the tables.
- Hours vary. Slots often open early afternoon, tables typically from the evening. Stellaris runs around the clock.
- Free drinks while playing are common, as in Las Vegas, but not guaranteed everywhere.
- Photography on the gaming floor is usually not allowed. Ask before you lift your phone.
An honest local view
Aruban casinos are pleasant and low-key rather than spectacular. This is not Las Vegas or even San Juan — the rooms are smaller, the crowd is mostly hotel guests in good moods, and the atmosphere is friendly. That is the appeal. Bingo afternoons and small slot tournaments draw a regular crowd, and the sports books fill for big games.
Treat it as entertainment with a fixed budget, the way you would a tour or a good dinner. Decide what you are willing to lose before you walk in, and stop when it is gone. If it stops being fun, walk out — the island has plenty else on, and the bars and live music nearby cost nothing to enjoy.
Common questions
How many casinos are in Aruba?
Aruba has roughly a dozen casinos, most attached to hotels along Palm Beach and Eagle Beach or located in downtown Oranjestad. The largest is Stellaris Casino at the Aruba Marriott.
What is the gambling age in Aruba?
You must be 18 to enter a casino and gamble in Aruba. Photo identification is checked, especially in the evenings.
Do you have to stay at the hotel to use its casino in Aruba?
No. Aruban hotel casinos are open to the public, so you can walk into any of them regardless of where you are staying.
What is the dress code for Aruba casinos?
Casual but not beachwear. Shorts and a collared shirt are fine in the evening, but swimwear, wet clothing and bare feet are not permitted on the gaming floor.
Are Aruba casinos open 24 hours?
Some are. Stellaris Casino at the Marriott runs 24 hours. Most others open slots in the early afternoon and tables in the evening, closing in the small hours.
What currency do Aruba casinos use?
US dollars. There is no need to convert to Aruban florin to play.
