For nearly four decades, travelers have sought out one quiet, powdery stretch of sand on Aruba’s Eagle Beach. Today, that destination has once again been crowned a global leader in hospitality.
Based on over 10,000 five-star guest reviews, Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort has been ranked the No. 8 Hotel in the World, the No. 1 Hotel in the Caribbean, and the No. 1 Hotel in Aruba in the 2026 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards.
A Legacy of Vision and Guest Devotion
“Every review is someone telling us we mattered to a chapter of their life: a honeymoon, an anniversary, or a quiet morning they never forgot,” says Crescenzia Biemans, Managing Director of Bucuti & Tara.
The resort’s sustained global success is a direct result of the long-standing vision established by Owner and CEO Ewald Biemans. For 38 years, Ewald has championed a philosophy where luxury meets environmental responsibility, setting the global standard for sustainable tourism. His commitment to the island, his staff, and the guest experience has turned Bucuti & Tara into a destination that travelers return to year after year.
“To our guests, thank you for letting us be part of those moments,” Crescenzia continues. “To our Bucuti Associates, who give their hearts to this place each day, this honor is yours. We are so proud and honored to have you as part of our Bucuti family.”
More Than a Resort: A Commitment to Aruba
The excellence extends beyond luxury accommodations into the resort’s celebrated culinary scene. Elements, ranked the #1 fine-dining restaurant in the Caribbean, and the newly opened Terra by Jeremy Ford—the region’s first Michelin-starred and Michelin Green Star-awarded restaurant—anchor the resort’s commitment to local, sustainable sourcing.
As the Caribbean’s first and only certified Carbon Neutral resort, Bucuti & Tara continues to prove that luxury and environmental stewardship go hand-in-hand. From protecting nesting sea turtles on Eagle Beach to supporting local farmers and fishermen, the resort’s operations are a tribute to the island of Aruba.
About Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort
Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort remains dedicated to its 38-year mission: providing an exceptional, romantic, and sustainable experience for every guest while honoring the island it calls home.
To learn more about the award-winning experience, visit Bucuti online
