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Aruba Sands Resort: Traveller Reviews

3.5 of 5
11 - 17 Philip Avenue, Broadbeach, Queensland 4218, Australia
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Aruba Sands Resort
3.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
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Sydney, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Friendly staff, Great Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012
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We stayed for 6 nights at the Aruba Sands over New Years Eve. The location was fantastic, just a short walk to restaurants, Jupiter's Casino and Pacific Square. Nothing was too much trouble for Barbara and Bruce the managers. From confirming seat allocations, organising late check out, booking a taxi to the airport and recommending somewhere to eat. The rooms were well equipped and clean but in need of updating. The pool and BBQ areas were clean and well cared for. We would definitely return to Aruba Sands.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Auckland, New Zealand
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“lovely place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

Stayed here with mother in law, partner and 1 year old child. Staff were lovely, room clean if a little bit shabby. Balcony was great. Pool, bbq area and spa were very clean and maintained. Loved the location. Mother in law had arrived first and had extra bedding given and cot for child. Would stay again.

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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sydney
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“stayed nov 2011”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 November 2011

my wife and i stayed three nights november 2011 and expected a noisy stay as it aws schoolies week however we were given a rear apartment and it was very quiet.decor is probably a little dated but position at broadbeach near shops casino beach cafes etc makes up for this.we would stay here again.
if i had a complaint it would be the fact that they charge for W.I. fi.internet.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Fine place to stay for short trip, very central”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2011

Stayed here in a one bedroom self-contained unit for 2 weekend nights recently for a wedding. Place had most things you could want - was quite clean (though looking a little worn), comfortable, not too small and poky, cable TV was an added bonus, had good kitchen facilities for easy self-catering, dishwasher, washer and drier to catch up on your laundry, fan in the bathroom didn't work though this didn't create too many problems. Overall nothing special, but excellent location and despite this it was still nice and quiet - and we slept with the window open both nights. I would recommend if you need something comfortable and practical.

Room Tip: Higher rooms have more privacy, as lower level courtyards open onto common entry area
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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Dunedin, New Zealand
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“We loved it and we will be back”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 July 2011

What a great holiday we had - the service was excellent the Managers were very helpful and gave us some good advice for reasonable eating and drinking. The apartment was very spacious , spotlessly clean and everything you needed. We just loved the location you could walk everywhere which made our holiday more enjoyable. We will definitely be back.

Room Tip: If you are Kiwis ask for a north facing unit as they lie into the sun
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  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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11 - 17 Philip Avenue, Broadbeach, Queensland 4218, Australia
Price range (per night):* 97 AUD - 141 AUD

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