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TypeBoutique hotelOverwater villas and bungalows
LocationSavaneta15 min from the airport
Check in / outFrom 2 PMCheck out by 12 PM
Best forCouplesHoneymooners, Adults
Driving times without traffic, by Google Maps
AddressAruba Ocean Villas, Savaneta, Aruba
Phone+297 594-1815
Every time we come to Aruba, we always make one special dinner reservations at Old man and the sea. We call months ahead and schedule a reservation. We like to use the drivers they provide. We had Zyndra this time. She was lovely, a safe Driver, punctual and professional. We had Karla As our server, she was very knowledgeable and friendly. Best atmosphere for romantic quiet dinner we love the music and the whole vibe. Highly recommend this place.
Old man by the sea was spectacular. The views and the service was extraordinary. Its breathtaking and you must see it for yourself to understand. Ed was wonderful and he was so helpful over the phone with our reservation changes and assisted us with transportation. It was our son's 18th birthday and everyone was so friendly and we will definitely come back soon.
This was our first experience dining at The Old Man and the Sea. The visual experience was delightful. Everywhere you turned you were greeted with lunch vibrant colors and a warmth to relax and enjoy the experience. The food was prepared and presented very well. We enjoyed the octopus appetizer. Entrees were generously portioned. I recommend a visit here .Very well done !
This place is incredible! We came to eat at the old man in the sea and WOW we were blown away by the romance of the ambiance! The service was impeccable - I can’t recall her name but she had long braids and was absolutely adorable! She was light skin and such a pleasure to work with!! The food was astoundingly delicious! Everything was perfect!!! We will be back!
OMG this place was heaven. The staff was amazing, the food was amazing and the drinks came out perfect every time. We stayed in Chupi and wow such a romantic place for couples to stay. They have live music at the restaurant area and they also have Oliver which is the bar area and the bartenders was amazing. I can't speak nothing bad about this place. The wife and I celebrated our 10 year anniversary and they did not disappoint us. I highly recommend if you want to have peace and quiet this is the place to be. If you want to travel in downtown Aruba it's only 30 min drive and you can rent a vehicle or you can message the front desk and they will get you a Uber there and back every time. Also if you want to plan any activities you can also text the front desk staff and they will help you set everything up. Such a beautiful spot.
Yes. The resort welcomes guests 21 and older only.
Yes. It has overwater villas plus beach bungalows close to the sand.
Check in is from 2 PM and check out is by 12 PM.
Yes. The Old Man and the Sea serves seafood right on the beach.
About a 15 minute drive from Queen Beatrix International Airport.
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