For all the cocktail enthusiasts out there, are you ready to sip your way through paradise? We’re dishing out some of our favorite places in Aruba for kicking back and enjoying a cold, refreshing cocktail. From beachfront bars to cozy hideaways, the island offers an impressive selection when it comes to mixology. Get ready to raise your glass and discover your new favorite watering holes on our happy island!
Pelican Nest
Location of watering hole: Palm Beach on Pelican Pier, in between Holiday Inn Aruba and Playa Linda Resort
Thirst-quenching highlight: This is a hot spot in Palm Beach… once you hear that loud siren signaling the beginning of happy hour, you can expect, fun music, friendly and entertaining bartenders, specialty jumbo cocktails (frozen and on the rocks, try their Summer Love or Turtuga cocktail), mouth-watering seafood dishes, and delicious appetizers… oh, and not to mention mesmerizing views of Aruba’s pretty blues surrounding your every turn. If you go to Pelican Pier once, you are sure to come back for more!
5 o’Clock Somewhere
Location of watering hole: Renaissance Marketplace
Thirst-quenching highlight: It’s always 5 o’Clock here (surprise). This rustic outdoor bar located at the center of Renaissance Marketplace, offers beats, bar bites, drinks, and live entertainment. They’ve got plenty of weekly specials offering great drink deals, so be sure to check their schedule. How does starting your week off in paradise with Margarita Monday sound?
Mira Solo
Location of watering hole: Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino
Thirst-quenching highlight: Mira Solo, located on the lush and tropical property of Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, is a vibrant open-air bar and lounge with nightly live entertainment and happy hour specials. Take in the spectacular views of cascading waterfalls and sunsets of Palm Beach while you savor small bites and sip on a refreshing cocktail. With a casual, yet refined atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot for an elevated, relaxing happy hour experience!
L.G. Smith’s Steak & Chop House
Location of watering hole: Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Thirst-quenching highlight: Not only does the restaurant offer an extremely extensive craft cocktail menu (all cocktails are prepared table side) but L.G. Smith’s even has an after-hours lounge. The lounge is open late, very late, or rather early depending on how you look at it (6 AM)! You can also choose to enjoy their extensive wine selection (over 120 wines) and an after-hours food menu for those late-night cravings.
Lucy’s Aruba Retired Surfer’s Bar & Restaurant
Location of watering hole: Downtown, alongside the Renaissance Marina
Thirst-quenching highlight: Lucy’s has great grub, famous cocktails, good music, and a fun dining experience overlooking the Renaissance Marina. This fun, colorful and chill spot serves nothing but good vibes and pretty views. Trust us, you don’t want to miss out on Lucy’s Aruba. Tip – Go on a Tuesday for their famous “Taco Tuesday” and enjoy $2-5 tacos and drink specials all night long! Our drink suggestions: try one of their many margaritas or Da Killer Blue Whale.
Apotek Speakeasy
Location of watering hole: Downtown, on Klipstraat
Hoya Lush
Location of watering hole: Downtown, Plaza Daniel Leo, across from Renaissance Mall
Liquid Chef Gastrobar
Location of watering hole: Downtown, on Wilhelminastraat next to Delimar
The West Deck
Location of watering hole: Governor’s Bay Beach, past Renaissance Marketplace and Wilhelmina Park
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