A Gem in the North  - Always on the lookout for good accommodation north of Palm Beach, we thought the Ocean Z looked worth a try for our brief pre-cruise stay on our favourite Caribbean island.... Read more Set back across the road from the waterfront, the hotel blends in nicely with the private homes along that stretch. The hotel’s parking spaces in front of it are adequate for the number of hotel guests, but space might be harder to find during dinner hours when the hotel’s restaurant attracts diners from outside.

After the excellent pre-arrival communications asking about our preferences, special occasions, etc., we were a little deflated to find no-one at the reception desk when we entered. A staff member soon showed up, though, to check us in, share useful information and help us to our room at the rear of the property overlooking the pool. We had mentioned that we were celebrating a wedding anniversary, but were surprised to find our room beautifully decorated in appropriate fashion and with a bottle of champagne on the table, chilling for us. A nice touch, very well-executed.

Our room with two king beds was spacious and comfortable, but with no remarkable features until we opened the bathroom door. Wow, it was outdoors, and with the largest shower space we’ve ever seen. The sink, vanity and toilet are under cover, but the huge shower enclosure exposed to the sky – all perfectly private, but with a strange and pleasant feeling of being in the open. We have experienced outdoor bathrooms before, but this memorable feature was more modern and stylish than any of those.

Another nice touch was the loaner beach chairs that we were able to load into our car for the short drive to our favourite beaches. They were actually very comfortable, too.

We had already chosen restaurants for our two-night stay in Aruba, but after enjoying the excellent breakfast that was included in our room rate, we regretted not having dinner at the hotel, either in the air-conditioned restaurant or on the patio outside. We look forward to staying at this excellent, small hotel again on our next visit to Aruba and will be sure to make a dinner reservation there, too.

  Fabulous Dinner  - We had dinner here last weekend. We had a mix up with our reservations, 100% my fault but Eva accommodated us and our experience was wonderful! Eva the owner... Read more dropped by several times to check on everything and our server, Xiomara was wonderful. The restaurant is just beautiful, the live music was perfect. It was a nice escape from the high rise area!

  Absolutely Perfect, Quiet Treasure!  - Maria and the Ocean Z team were amazing! From the moment we arrived until we left, they were very hospitable and made our stay absolutely perfect. They helped with everything... Read more from calling taxis, making reservations, providing shuttle service to the beach, and so much more. The restaurant at the hotel was the best food we had on the island, and we tried all of the top places (get the risotto!). I was very happy that I did not book an all-inclusive at one of the big hotels, because the personal service we received and the peace and quiet being away from the downtown area was exactly what I was looking for. The host, Maria, is extremely hard working and we cannot thank her enough for making our trip so special. Cannot wait to go back soon! Thanks again Ocean Z!

  Great stay!  - The staff is amazing and hotel is very clean and accommodating. Maria is amazing she waited on us each morning. The breakfast was delicious. We were... Read more packed a cooler with ice, given beach bags, beach towels and chair's and off we went. The hotel was very clean as well:)

  Excellent Hotel  - Our first time in Aruba and the Ocean Z hotel made it that much more special. The hotel has elegance and a modern aesthetic. Their on site restaurant offered some... Read more of the best food we tried on the island, especially the branzino. The hotel breakfast never disappointed. Not to mention that it is a short 5 minute drive from Palm Beach. I could go on and on, but the best part was the service. Maria and the rest of the staff were friendly and accommodating. Would recommend this hotel to anyone going to Aruba.

  Best spot in Aruba!  - Wow left me speechless. Such a beautiful property. We stayed in room 10 and used the private pool daily. It’s out of the tourist zone so it’s super relaxing. The... Read more breakfast is amazing , I ate the chicken Arepas daily and will miss them now. We will definitely be back, I would highly recommend this spot for a wonderful relaxing vacation!

  Hideaway  - The greatest 1st time experience was worth a mouth full. The dinning every night at sunset with a live artist serenading while you enjoyed a delightful meal. The... Read more service was excellent as well as the breakfast. I couldn't wait for the next evening to come to try a divine dinner menu choice. The wait staff friendly, professional and very helpfulevery step of the aay. Make tge Ocean Z your next stay if you are not in the mood for a busy environment. Quiet, qaint, and cute would be an under statement of how pleasurable my stay was at this hotel. I will be returning thanks you guys for making my 1st Aruba experience an amazing experience.

Michele H

  Beautiful and quiet with the personal touch  - For our third trip to Aruba, we decided to try something different. We had seen the glowing reviews for Ocean Z but were reluctant to stay somewhere that wasn't right... Read more on a sandy beach and required a car. Our fears were completely unfounded. This was quite possibly the best hotel experience we've ever had. Days before we arrived, Maria and Carolina were in touch about how they could make our experience special, and wow did they come through! This trip was to celebrate my wife's birthday, and when we arrived, our room was fully decorated with signs, candy and a bottle of prosecco. The birthday celebrations continued over dinner at their amazing restaurant, and even the next morning at breakfast - which is included with the room and is fantastic! We were provided beach chairs, fresh beach towels daily, an ice bucket, and water bottles. Maria made reservations for an umbrella at Arashi Beach and gave great recommendations for things to see as we explored the island. As for the hotel itself, it is quiet and private. The room was spotless and beautiful, the outdoor shower is special, the pool is refreshing and never crowded. Everything in the room was cleaned and restocked daily. Yes, you need to rent a car, but it was easy, much cheaper than taking taxis everywhere, and gave us the flexibility to see parts of the island we hadn't visited before. (Highly recommend sunset from the lighthouse, natural bridge, and baby beach.) We also loved some of the small beaches close by that are frequented more by locals. Just a perfect hotel stay and we can't wait to return.

  Our home away from home  - This was my fiancé and I's 2nd time staying at Ocean Z Boutique and we are already looking to plan our third stay. Both times we have visited, we have... Read more felt like we were the only ones there because of how attentive the staff was to us. The complimentary breakfast is delicious, it is within walking distance from Arashi Beach, and the entire hotel experience is clean and inviting. The infinity pool is a nice little escape if you are not quite ready to head to the beach yet. If you are planning a beach day, they will provide you with beach chairs, towels, and a cooler with ice. Don't forget to try their amazing restaurant, you WILL NOT be disappointed! Cannot wait for our next trip, until then, see you soon!

  Magical!  - This place is absolutely magical. We rented the entire facility to have our Son’s wedding here and it was absolutely the best place for it. The staff were incredibly... Read more supportive and friendly. The food was AMAZING! They attended to us hand and feet. Literally! I am so grateful to them for everything!!! on a scale from one to 10 they are a 20!!! Yes perfectly put together.
The only one thing that I would recommend would be to place a mirror inside the room where the bathrooms are outside because in the midst of the heat, it’s hard to get ready in a bathroom that is super hot! Not fun. Other than that perfect place!

  We chose this hotel for the intimacy that it provides as we wanted to reconnect as a couple. The hotel and staff did not disappoint. They cater to... Read more you like you are the only ones staying there! The Food , rooms, Eva and her staff were exceptional . We usually do not visit the same place twice, however we will be going back !!

  Enjoyed our stay! - Enjoyed our stay here at Ocean Z. If you’re looking for a quiet, modern, luxe vibe here is the place to go. You get a personalized experience! You’re greeted by... Read more name daily, all amazing.

Most definitely would recommend to anyone, especially the convenience of being dropped off to/from Arashi Beach.

  We had a memorable experience at Ocean Z. - Ocean Z is a beautiful & elegant boutique hotel away from the crowds.
I recommend this hotel 100%.
The rooms are beautiful, tastefully done, with amazing bathrooms that include... Read more huge sliding glass doors that open to the outdoor shower. Absolutely spectacular. The bathroom is massive.
The rooms are comfortable, the air-conditioning works well,
Everything is elegant and clean.
Beds are perfect.
Coffee maker and fridge in the room.
The pool is absolutely great and there’s plenty of room to sunbathe. Excellent lounge chairs.

The staff is super friendly, helps you with absolutely everything, and make you feel most welcome.
We ate in the restaurant several times. Loved it. Much better food than the mediocre meals you get near the big hotels.

Highly recommended.

  We cannot rave enough about this place! - My boyfriend and I decided to book our first trip to Arbua for December 2023 and we weren't sure exactly where we wanted to stay. After reading many reviews about... Read more Ocean Z Boutique, we figured we would try it! Not only did this place exceed our expectations, but it truly made our trip 10x better. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with Champagne with a view from the water across the street! All the staff gave us exceptional service, but especially Vivi! She truly made us feel at home. She was so kind, funny, and so welcoming that my boyfriend and I looked forward to seeing her each day for breakfast. Anything we needed, we would call the front desk, and it was brought up in minutes. The food was AH-MAZING!!!! We had dinner at the hotel on our first night with food cooked by a French chef, and it was to die for. There was live music, and it was a lovely atmosphere. While eating, the hotel owner would visit each table to ensure we were doing okay. Breakfast is included and served to your liking each morning. There is a cute little cove next to the hotel, Tres Trapi, that my boyfriend and I fell in love with. We were able to watch the sunset and be in a quieter spot on the beach where it felt like just the two of us. We navigated the island using the bus, which was like $3 USD one way, which was cheap and we were able to go into town or visit Eagle/Palm Beach. We cannot wait to book our next trip and return to Ocean Z Boutique. It was nice to be away from the busy hotel strip and enjoy a quieter, laid-back atmosphere.

  Oceanz Restaurant - Another unbelievable experience at Oceanz Restaurant. Dinner, drinks, dancing- best night ever! Live music, perfect ambience! Service was phenomenal, dinner exquisite and drinks spectacular! Can’t wait for our next... Read more visit! Would highly recommend!!

  Unparalleled Service - Superb service, beautiful and clean hotel, excellent breakfast (included) and great (popular) dinner restaurant. Relaxing venue, short walk to or ride to beaches. They really took care of... Read more us And made us feel welcome. Would definitely return here again - just for a longer stay.

  We had an amazing experience at Ocean Z! The food is excellent and the staff is unbelievable! Ocean Z is a must if you’re visiting Aruba!! I loved the seared... Read more tuna, tuna tartare and goat cheese salad! Looking forward to my next visit at Ocean Z. Great ambiance.

  Best vacation ever - Wow...what a hotel and staff...without the crowded hustle and bustle of the highrise hotels, OceanZ has the quaint, personalized specialty hotel on the north side...and the restaurant is First... Read more Class in the entire Caribbean...!! We ate dinner there 3 nights out of 5...!! Breakfast was superb every morning with Bebe putting a smile on our face...Staff was always helpful with any request - thank you Maria attending to our requests...!...BeBe gave great service with such a wonderful personality...Jennifer was helpful for the day to day hotel needs...Eva, what a great environment created here...we will definitely make a return trip in the near future - that semiprivate pool was used several times a day, perfect for watching the catamarans and pirate ships slip by...pure joy

  Simply the best hotel & restaurant on Aruba. - Amazing!
If you want to get away from the crowds, have a pool all to yourself, relax in a beautiful & pristine space, and get to... Read more know the staff like family - stay here.

We stayed here for a week.
We ate at the restaurant four times. We have never done that, but the food was that good. Try the Paella, ceviche, sea basstiramisu is perfect.

Maria & Vivian were there whenever we needed anything. Always smiling, helpful , anticipating, and super smart. Eva and her son Kiki were at dinner every night - smiling even at the busiest times. Eva personally answered many questions, and would text to check on us. She has been in the business for over 30 years and executes beautifully with grace and humor.

For example, when we inquired about a good yoga class, Eva called a friend Maria who shared a great practice on the private second floor deck.

If you like crowds, constant music, drinking all day / night - stay in palm beach.

If you want to relax, connect, and experience Aruba, stay at the OceanZ.

  Great place to eat in Aruba - Excellent restaurant, atmosphere, music, and food! Greatest food in Aruba. The food and service was wonderful. Good quality food. The owner was so nice and the waiter was... Read more excellent. I had the filet and mashed potatoes. The singer was amazing.

  Ideal vacation spot for rest and relaxation - Like my home away from home
Attentive service, immaculate surroundings with constant attention to the smallest detail
My fifth time there and look forward to going back again
Your warm... Read more welcome starts at check in and continues the entire stay

  Best in Aruba by far. - Our stay was just Amazing. We stayed in a room that had an outdoor shower and it was the best part of our stay. Coming back from a long day... Read more at the beach and showering under the stars was just a perfect way to end the day.
Every morning we had the biggest breakfast (which was included in the price per night) any type of eggs with pancakes and waffles, Arepas, fruit, yogurt, it was just what we needed to start our busy days.
The staff was great, the attention you get from everybody is so VIP. Anything we asked for they will get it or help us get it
If you are looking for a VIP treatment in a very elegant and quiet area this is the place to stay
The restaurant was also amazing, we ate most of our dinners at the hotel, we recommend the Paella, the lamb chops and the shrimp pasta!
This is the place we will stay when we come back, no question about it.
Thanks for everything OceanZ.

  We chose Ocean Z Boutique for our first trip to Aruba. We picked this hotel based on reviews and location. My husband and I wanted to stay in a less... Read more populated area and away from the mainstream hotels. Keeping in mind location is further from some of the more popular places on the island, renting a car may be a good idea. However because it was our first time we opted not to rent one. You’ll want to keep a few taxi drivers/car service numbers handy. Most taxi operators use WhatsApp, so if you don’t have the app you may want to download before arriving. There is also a public bus that stops right by the hotel, which we didn’t realize until a few days into our trip.
Back to our stay at Ocean Z! Our stay was absolutely lovely. We booked a junior suite room. When we checked in we were offered a welcome glass of champagne. Our room was located on the second level and was very quiet. The outdoor shower was nice and my husband really enjoyed it. Daily breakfast was a nice touch! Must try the arepas! However these need to be ordered the day before. The arepas are filling and ended having them boxed for lunch. Vi was our morning server was so sweet and attentive.
Ocean Z offers a shuttle to Arashi beach, they can also provide chairs but if you’d like a beach umbrella and chairs they offer to call ahead and have it set up for a fee. You can also request a fruit salad and some light treats to be boxed for your beach trip!
During our stay there were not many other guests. It was nice as to have the pool to ourselves and we were able to enjoy most mornings.
We also dined at the Ocean Z restaurant twice. The food was delicious and the ambiance delightful. Prices would be considered more upscale dining and worth the splurge at least once.
The staff at Ocean Z were all very friendly. Luisa especially went out of her way to make sure everything was okay. If we had any questions or issues she was a text away.
We enjoyed our first time in Aruba and glad we chose to stay at Ocean Z. We would stay here again and would definitely recommend staying here, if you’re looking for a peaceful escape!

Helpful tips:
- Download WhatsApp if you don’t already have it.
- If one of your stays at Ocean Z lands on a Tuesday make sure you make any inquiries earlier in the day. This seems to be the day most of staff is off and the restaurant is closed. There is no one at the front desk and the front entrance is locked.
- Ask the hotel for some taxi service numbers so you have handy if needed.
- Public bus stops right in front of hotel. They seem to run fairly often, not sure of operating times.
- There are some local restaurants not too far from the hotel (will need to drive or take taxi) that are worth trying and more budget friendly.

  Vacation ❘ Family
I stayed at the Ocean Z to celebrate my mom’s 70th birthday. My mom loved everything about it, and I completely agree. The staff are really and... Read more truly amazing. Diana and Wendy served us dinner and they were fantastic! They surprised my mom with a birthday song and dessert!! Viiiiiii, she was our breakfast server!! She’s the sweetest of them all, probably because she’s also the youngest! Vi made sure that we had our breakfast exactly the way we wanted every morning. She made a perfect mimosa and was quick to not make us wait very long on anything we ordered! Michael was our driver. He was so kind and sweet. He took us to the beach every day and played really good music on the way there. You have to live a Michael! Luisa, the property manager, deserves a standing ovation!!! She took care of everything!! She never missed a beat! In fact, I don’t know how she deals with a lot of guest at once, because she’s super attentive! Herman, the owners son, and his daughter were a delight! It really felt like we were all family! It’s really a family oriented boutique hotel. It’s all love!!! I am definitely coming back to Aruba and I wouldn’t stay anywhere else. The people here are doing a job, but it’s with such love and care that it draws you in and makes you want to stay longer!! I’m sooo glad I stayed here!!!

  Great  - I had an incredible experience at Ocean Z in Aruba! The attention to detail and first-class service left us thoroughly impressed. The environment provided a peaceful and joyous... Read more vacation, and the facilities, including the restaurant, were top-notch. The restaurant being the best in Aruba and the special breakfast added to our overall satisfaction. The staff at Ocean Z clearly went above and beyond to make us feel exceptionally welcome and at home. Thank you for this great experience

  A+ Boutique Experience  - We gathered friends & family at Ocean Z for an anniversary celebration. The hotel itself was wonderful but the staff led by Leoncita did an incredible job making everyone feel... Read more welcome and at home. You do not get this level of personalized service at the big resorts or the ability to so easily interact in an intimate boutique setting with friends & family. Thank you Leoncita and staff.

  If we were to pick one word for our trip to Aruba it be AMAZING! - Leoncita from the Ocean Z made our trip one of the most incredible travel experiences one could ask for. A massive thank you to her and all her... Read more staff. She treated all of us like we were the most precious people she knew. What a breath of fresh air!