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First Day Hotel on Aruba

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Exterior
Microwave, coffee/tea maker, eco-friendly cleaning products
Terrace/patio
Microwave, coffee/tea maker, eco-friendly cleaning products
Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
$89
$77 nightly
$89 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

Explore the area

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Palmitastraat 9, Oranjestad, Aruba
  • Place, Aruba Town Hall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Divi Golf and Beach Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Eagle Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

City Studio, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Suite, Pool View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Economy Apartment, Lanai, Resort View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Twin Room with one Bunk Bed for Two People

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Design Triple Room, Pool View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

Classic Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 King Beds

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Comfort Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Comfort Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Oranjestad

With a stay at First Day Hotel on Aruba, you'll be centrally located in Oranjestad, within a 5-minute drive of Renaissance Mall Aruba and Aruba Town Hall. .This aparthotel is 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Eagle Beach and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Divi Golf and Beach Resort.

What's nearby

  • Aruba Town Hall - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Renaissance Mall Aruba - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Divi Golf and Beach Resort - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Eagle Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Palm Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Queen Beatrix Intl. Airport (AUA) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪D’ Frank Parrilla - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mi Boca Dushi Snack - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Las Cappuchinas - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Alfie's in Aruba - ‬19 min walk

About this property

First Day Hotel on Aruba

Aparthotel with free parking, near Renaissance Mall Aruba
First Day Hotel on Aruba offers 5 accommodations with air conditioning. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the aparthotel's room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Express theme park tickets

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • Champagne service
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Evening entertainment

Outdoor areas

  • Fully-fenced
  • Japanese garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • ATM
  • Concierge services
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a train station
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Express theme park tickets
  • Shopping mall
  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 units
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Connecting units available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Japanese garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofing
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Return the keys

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee (December 24 - January 03): EUR 15 per person, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Service fee: EUR 5 per night
  • Towels fee: EUR 5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
  • A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

First Day On Aruba Oranjestad
First Day Hotel on Aruba Aparthotel
First Day Hotel on Aruba Oranjestad
First Day Hotel on Aruba Aparthotel Oranjestad

Reviews

First Day Hotel on Aruba Reviews

4.6

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Naquiaja

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Bad experience

The customer service was terrible the place stated i didn’t have a reservation when I did. I ended up having to sleep in my car the first night in Aruba. I do not recommend them to any one. Would give negative stars
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Hell in Aruba

Bed bugs and fleas were everywhere. It took two weeks for my legs to heal. No covers and old dirty sheets were on the beds, no toiletries.👎
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Horrible stay I need my money back please

The property manager was not available. Also my room was given to someone else. She also charge a five dollars a day Tax for me being a tourist The property also had no air-conditioning we were also told not to flush the toilet because of sewage problems And the first night I did not even stay in the properly because my apartment was given to someone else
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Subhash

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Valerie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

No one was there for us to check in. No one would answer any of the 3 phone numbers listed. There were also another couple trying to check in with us too. No one stayed at this hotel. Terrible!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gerold

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was closed and wasn't communicable. We had to look for another place to stay. Expedia at the other end defends these scammers and refuse to refund our payment when it is very clear that they broke the contract since we got no service. NEVER AGAIN.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jesus was super friendly and very helpful. The property was clean and the recommendations he gave for things to do around the island were appreciated. Will be visiting again in the future and staying here. Thanks for everything! Loved Aruba
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We ended up not staying there for several reasons.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ruthlyn

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
That expedia didn't have make our reservation and have take us a lot of time and we don't have stay at first day on Aruba.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shanice

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was soooooo horrible DO NOT GO TO THIS PLACE EVERRRR I SAW BAD REVIEWS ON EXPEDIA BUT I WAS SAYING YOU KNOW EVERYONE HAS A LITTLE BAD REVIEW SOMETIMES DIDNT BOTHER TO CHECK GOOGLE REVIEWS AND I SHOULDVE THIS PLACE IS VERY UNPROFESSIONAL AND WANTS U TO SPEND EXTRA AND VERY RUDE I LITERALLY HAD TO GET SOMEWHERE ELSE TO STAY DO NOT BOOK WITH THESE PEOPLE YOUD HATE IT
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shalethia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carolina Castillo de

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mala. Nos demoraron en atendernos casi una hora. La señora nos cobró aparte del pago 10 dólares más por migración a pesar de haber pagado el total y también haber pagado los impuestos migratorios en el aeropuerto. Para el check out lo mismo, esperamos una hora para que se acerque la encargada. Un maltrato total y la habitación extremadamente pequeña.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

OMAIRA

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Mal tuve problemas con la reserva del hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toen ik en mijn partner arriveerden was er een klein probleem met de reservering. Onze reservering was nergens te vinden. Het werd wel op een professionele manier aangepakt en opgelost door de beheerster. Wij kregen een tijdelijke kamer voor onze eerste nacht en de eerstvolgende ochtend mochten we verhuizen naar een studio, zoals wij gereserveerd hebben. Als compensatie kregen aan het eind van onze verblijf een lekkere ontbijt, gemaakt door de beheerster zelf. De accommodatie was verder netjes, schoon, gezellig en we konden in de avond heerlijk buiten zitten en genieten van het lekker weer. Het zwembad was was lekker schoon en wij hebben lekker elke dag gezwommen. Deze accommodatie zal ik zeker aanraden.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

ADAN

Traveled with family
ESO ES UN HOSTAL, DA FALSA PUBLICIDAD DECIR HOTEL, DORMIR CON MONTÓN DE GENTE QUE NI CONOCE UNO
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lilly

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles naar wens!!

2/10 Terrible

Anderson

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Esperamos 2 horas para poder entrar a la habitacion no habia nadie haciendo el check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Luis Enrique

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No pudimos entrar por más de dos horas estuvimos afuera nadie nos contestó el teléfono y después de que logramos entrar nos querían cobrar mucho dinero más que de deposito 100 dólares y los vecinos nos dieron muy malas referencias que ahí se hospedan los ilegales que llegan a Aruba
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024