Playa Linda Beach Resort

Had a great time as usual. The staff was awesome. Especially Stephanie, Jessie & Louis at the Avenue Lobby Bar. Our Bellman Diego was fantastic. The staff at the Amore Beach bar was great as Well, thank you Ricky ! The Water Aerobics Instructors were great as well thank you Maidel !! Our housekeeper Aedelin was very Professional and kept the room very clean. See you same time next year.

Playa Linda's beach is not peaceful in any way. The restaurants along the path have loud, competing music blaring. It is not peaceful or serene.

Playa Linda is beautiful as ever. Improvements were noticeable - elevators and sliding doors to the hallways seemed to be working smoothly. Beach was wonderful with plenty of service and attendants. Although the new "Chickee Checker" was pleasant and efficient, we really miss Jesse. Each year I would witness Jesse transferring a woman in a wheel chair to a beach wheel chair, take her to the water and gently lift her to get her the water so she could swim. He was amazing - kind and respectful. He is missed on the beach.

Excellent location that is walkable to many shops and restaurants and located on the beach.

Very comfortable room with plenty of space. Convenient to shopping and restaurants. Beautiful beach, pools and a hot tub. Loved the water aerobics with Maizel -lots of fun. Really an excellent place to vacation!

Always enjoy Aruba especially in Playa Linda they have everything u would want. Food is good location is suberb beach fantastic.

Azzuro Italian restaurant- fabulous food, great service, spectacular view of beach and sunset. We are going back again this week before we leave Aruba. Don’t miss this one (book ahead as reservations fill up quickly).

Wonderful experience staying at Playa Linda. Location is great! No need for a car with all the great restaurants within walking distance. Nice clean condo with convenient amenities. Great staff! Nice change with Rygell managing the beach, he was a breath of fresh air! He did a terrific job!

Our home away from home, long time visitor and love it here!!! Really miss Jesse managing the beach area though, after so many years with him it’s not the same without him. Everyone on the beach misses him.

I've been coming to Aruba fir over 20 years. Absolutely my favorite place. Very disappointed not to see Jesse running the beach. He is the most professional, dedicated and friendliest person. Always willing to help the quest in anyway. The new gentleman is far from that. Not personability, not engaging in the quest lije Jesse. He is truly missed.

Staff is amazing, best beach. Just miss Jesse on the beach every day. His morning greetings and coffee were the best.

Love Playa Linda. However, truly miss our friend Jesse. It would be better for all if he were back working security on the beach.

I returned last week from my second time staying at Playa Linda. Again, it was a great stay! I love the location, the beach and the hospitable staff that are so warm and welcoming. They treat guests with such kindness and make staying at Playa Linda so comfortable. Many thanks to Rygell Boye and beach staff, Diego at the front desk, Housekeeping, and my favorite server on the beach for Carlito's, Jorge (Poppy)! Can't wait to come back!

this was our 4th time renting at the Playa Linda and we all love it. You are welcomed when you get there by my buddy Junior (bellman). He's phenomenal and so helpful with everything. Front desk staff was great. Our flight was cancelled due to snow Sunday and they found us a room for the next four nights. Rygell was great in the morning getting our chairs at the pool. Nice new addition.

We’re back for another wonderful trip to Aruba. We’re missing Jesse at the pool deck. He was always such a positive asset to PL. Bring him back to the pool please!

We were very very disappointed to not have Jesse working on the beach. He was the BEST on the beach , he ran that beach great and with pride. We miss him terribly at that job. Would love to see him back in this position.

Love Play Linda. Have been coming here for 25 years. We love Jesse on the beach and it was so sad not to have him there this year. He is so missed. He ran things well on the beach. He was very timely. Jesse needs to be back on the beach.

Rooms were great,staff were so friendly

Love this place! My family has been coming every year forever. Maidl is the best! She teaches the water aerobics and announces bingo, she makes it all so fun!!

I just returned from about my 25th visit to Playa Linda Beach Resort. They make every effort to make it feel like home. All the employees are friendly, courteous and helpful. It is a perfect place for a family vacation or just a relaxed getaway. It has a laid back attitude. There are numerous bars and restaurants on the property as well as a connivence store and shops. It is on a perfect area of the beach and in close proximity to many restaurants and shops. I really appreciate 2 employees. Junior gets my room ready for me so I can successfully navigate it in my wheelchair as well as assists me with any other needs. Jesse is the reason I am able to appreciate my stays there. He gets me in and out of the ocean every day so I can enjoy my swims. You cant go wrong with a stay at Playa Linda.

Such a great place. The location is perfect. Love all the activities during the day but the best is Bingo Poolside. Can not wait to go back.

Aruba is my go-to vacation for 12 years and after trying many places to stay, Playalinda is our go-to venue. Every year the facility adds and enhances amenities. Staff is very welcoming and on point. We do miss Jesse on the beach every morning.

Been coming to this crown jewel for over 20 years. When you take all factors into consideration, the Playa Linda is the place to be. It is that simple. However, was disappointed this year to see that Jesse no longer is in charge of managing the beach, which has well over one hundred palapas or chickees as we call them here. He spent the past few years bringing order and fairness in managing the beach and enforcing the rules. I would also like to compliment the Housekeeping Department for the fine job they do, and a special shout out to Missnelly Rojas who has been our housekeeper for many years and who does a special job making us feel at home at our home away from home.

We go every year and love our Playa Linda experience. Great restaurants, great proximity to the beach. Everything we need is walkable. My kids are teens now, but it truly is a perfect place for small kids and babies. Safe and walkable. At the Playa, we get a gigantic apartment for less than half the cost what we used to pay for two hotel rooms next door. My one complaint is that they moved our favorite guy Jesse. He was security for the pool and beach and did a great job - helped my kids when things were lost, kept a close eye one things to ensure a secure and awesome holiday. We miss him and sincerely hope management brings him back to keep our beach secure!

Fortunate to get to Playa Linda again this past December. As in the past, as nice as the property is, it's the people that really make this a special place. Nice to see Rygell looking after the chickee bookings this time around. Professional, friendly and in control. Can't be easy on him with all that going on. Also a shout out to some of the un-sungs, the guy cleaning the pools in the AM as Oscar was away, the public space cleaners who try to stay invisible, and can't leave out the team that looks after the daily Bingo. Don't think I could stay that nice to people seeing what they need to manage to get through that hour. Other than that, just nice to be greeted as a familiar face by many of the staff and striking up friendships with people from all over. Hope to see you again.

We always have the best time here! The staff is top notch, especially the service from the beach/pool crew who provide chickee sign-ups, chairs, coffee, clean-ups, and a pristine beach and pool. They are helpful with a smile and kind words, especially Rygell Boye. Keep up the excellent work to make our visit a dream come true.

Loving the Playa Linda . When you’re on Vacation who needs the Drama? I have to say the Beach Palapas or Chicki situation has never been better No Hassle .Rygell Boye made our experience better then ever. He went above and beyond from fresh Coffee to getting us Kurt to putting out our lounges he even helped us with our tubes. They are True team members. Thank you Rygell for making us feel Special your hospitality did not go unnoticed.

The resort was performing work in the parking lot and rather than phasing the construction they closed more than 50% of the lot, making parking for visitors very very difficult. They failed to supervise the construction at all, resulting in a broken waterline and believe it or not the entire resort was without water for a day. That means no brushing teeth, no flushing toilets, no showers, etc. What did the resort do to make things easier absolutely nothing. Management sometime during the year decided to destroy a perfectly good bar move it adjacent to the building, put a tent over it, blocking the view of various rooms for no reason whatsoever. There are limited huts to provide shade on the beach, so what did management do? They took three huts and gave them away to a commercial property that rents from them near the beach. The government of Aruba does not allow for fixed facilities for commercial use on the government owned beaches, but apparently management thought it was a good idea to eliminate three places of shade for the guests. the manager of Playa linda was once the head of maintenance and did such a poor job. He was promoted to be the manager and he continues to be incompetent making things not so pleasant for guests.

We miss having Jesse managing the Playa Linda beach area. He's always very helpful and on top of things, always looking out for us.

We always have an amazing experience—it is truly our favorite resort. We are bummed not to see Jessie at the beach. He is, without a doubt, the BEST beach concierge at Playa Linda. Jessie always greets guests with a warm, genuine smile, goes above & beyond to make sure everyone is happy, comfortable, and has everything they need. His positive energy, attentiveness, and dedication truly elevate the entire Playa Linda experience. We miss Jessie and hope to see him back soon, because he genuinely makes a difference. I’m sure we are not the only family who feels this way—Jessie is unforgettable and truly one of a kind

I have been coming to Playa Linda for many years. The staff has always been great. This Christmas I met Rygell Bove. He is so pleasant and so helpful. Always smiling, always friendly and ready to help with anything you need. Great addition to the Playa Linda team!!!

I have been coming to Aruba for over 40 years, most of them at Playa Linda. This is our home away from home. Everyone is pleasant and helpful. This year we met Rygell Boye. He has been absoutely fantastic with any help you need. He is so friendly, warm and always has a smile on his face. He makes sure that everone is enjoying their time. He is a great asset to the Playa Linda team.

I have been coming to Aruba with my family for many years! The staff is always pleasant and helpful. I met Rygell Bove this Christmas. He is very friendly and extremely helpful with anything that is needed. Great addition to the playa Linda team

Rygell Boye is the best , he is very attentive & helps everyone quickly……any questions I had he answered with a concern that he wanted us to have a good time. I needed goggles and he let me use goggles ,real quick,any need I had For taxi & place to eat ../.he knew all ….he’s very sociable &!very polite …he’s great with guests. with Five being the best rating, he definitely has a 5+1…!!! Jeff Soden

We’ve been coming to Playa Linda for over twenty years. We just met Rygell Boye this year during our Christmas trip and he has been incredible. Rygell has been absolutely wonderful in helping our family throughout our stay. His warmth, professionalism, and genuine care made all the difference for us. He went above and beyond to assist us with anything we needed—always with a smile. We are so grateful for his kindness and support—he truly embodies the spirit of Aruba hospitality.

I have been coming to Aruba for over 43 years, over 35 of those years have been at Playa Linda. The thing that best exemplifies Playa Linda is the feeling that I’m at home when I’m there. The staff has always been amazing and so warm. I look forward to seeing them year after year. This year for the first time I met Rygell Boye who works at the beach. It has been such a pleasure meeting him. He really goes out of his way for guests to ensure our time at Playa Linda is fantastic.

We have been coming to Playa Linda for a few years now and we love it here. Rygell is amazing and super friendly and helpful. He looks out for you and gets to know you and your family needs. Everyone is nice and they make you feel at home. We compare every place to Playa Linda and we always come back here.

We just returned from Aruba, Playa Linda timeshare Resort. Overall, the experience had both strong positives and noticeable disappointments. The biggest highlight of our stay was Junior, the bellman. Junior is an amazing person—very respectful, responsible, and reliable. He always meets and greets guests with a smile, helps with luggage, and assists with transfers from room to room. His professionalism and kindness truly stand out. Junior is a real value to Playa Linda, and the resort is lucky to have him. Unfortunately, there were also some downsides. Jessi was no longer taking care of the beach, which was a noticeable minus compared to previous visits. The beach area needs improvement. The shower stands were not working properly—water pressure was very weak, and shower heads were missing, one only was functioning at the central shower. The area was not being cleaned regularly: puddles of standing water were left unattended, and was not cleared.

First of all we love Playa Linda and have stayed here many times. The beach security person, Rygell Boye, has been amazing - personable, caring and excellent at his job. We can’t to thank him enough for his service. Thank you, Rygell. Dr. Steven Kazman and Linda

Great resort, great stuff: Rygell Boye, Bpellman Junior. Group people from Chicago. Going to be Hear for many years to come.

I'm staying at the Hyatt Hotel for the second year in a row. I was strolling around the Playa Linda Hotel when I met this wonderful person, Rygel Boye He was very kind and helped me with some nearby restaurants. I will definitely be back.

I have been coming to Playa Linda for over 20 years, and it has truly become my home away from home. I always enjoy being greeted by Diego as soon as I arrive and the other wonderful staff. This year, however, I was disappointed to learn that Jessie is no longer stationed at the beach, and his absence is certainly felt. Over the years, he was incredibly helpful to me, my family, and our friends—especially to my handicapped father, whose experience was greatly enhanced by Jessie’s kindness and attentiveness. I sincerely hope this change is temporary and that we will see Jessie back on the beach next year.

Playa Linda must be the best resort on the island. You say why. When you get out of the cab Diago & Jr greet you with welcome home. Down on the beach it’s a different story. They took Jessie away. The beach ran well because of Jessie. He ran a tight ship. Greeting and knowing and more importantly helping people. Then to my dismay they moved Kirt to the other side of the beach. His greeting of champion just started your day right. Without his smile and words it’s not the same. I hope these things can be rectified. Pauline standing in for Yvette was great. The lobby staff is always wonderful except that Mario is in the back. And finally a smile and wave from Annaliese was the icing on the cake.

wonderful help from Junior Lawrence, he helped me rebook my fight. also has assisted me and friends here for many years!!! the service and maid service is the best, rooms are spic and span and the staff will bend over backwards to meet your needs. i highly recommend. i have come here for almost 20 years and stay for multiple weeks.

The rooms are nice and clean. Air-conditioning works really well and the water pressure in the shower is awesome. A special thanks to Anna who cleaned the room every day She is a hard worker and does a great job.

My post is not a review of Playa Linda, which I love and have been returning to for more than 15 years. It is an appeal to the administration of Playa Linda. Playa Linda is more than just a resort. It feels like home, like your own summer house — another home that you wait for all year to return to. And this feeling is created by the people who have worked here for many years. They, together with the wonderful hotel, make Playa Linda truly special. This year, on my very first day, I didn’t see Jesse on the beach. Jesse is one of those rare employees who is exactly in the right place. He has always worked with heart: keeping everything in perfect order, greeting guests warmly, and setting a positive tone for the day. His absence is immediately felt. I also want to highlight Champion — exceptionally friendly and warm. Everyone loves him: long-time guests know him as part of Playa Linda. Over the years, he has been moved around, but thankfully this time he was at his proper place. There is also a wonderful cleaning lady — Mellita warm, attentive, almost maternal. She creates a unique sense of care that cannot be replicated. All of these employees — Jesse, Champion, and this cleaning lady — create the feeling that you are returning home to people who truly care. This is rare and priceless, and it is exactly why many guests keep coming back year after year. So my message to the administration is: please cherish these employees and do not move them unnecessarily. Their presence in the right place is an essential part of the atmosphere of Playa Linda. And please, bring Jesse back to the beach. His place is exactly there, where he makes Playa Linda truly special. With respect and regards, Victoria

Playa Linda is awesome! Our first time here and in Aruba. It’s safe, secure, and they have everything covered. Room was beautiful with an ocean view and always cleaned beautifully each day. Incredible location and walking distance to countless restaurants. Beach is perfect and pool is cleans and well kept. Can’t say a bad thing. Special shoutout to Rygell Boyé for always taking care of us with the palapas!

Been coming here for years. It’s a perfect vacation spot; cozy, tropical feel, best chickees, great vibe, clean, amazing staff. The Beach and Security staff are wonderful; thank you Rygell, Jesse, Santo, Loudes, Gaspar, Captain Kirk, Jesse…everyone truly makes us feel special!

Carolina on the beach is great - smiles and is always happy. Fabiana, is new to the resort I believe, and she actually charged me $1.00 for a cup of ice, which I can get for free 10 feet away from the bar! I was shocked and brought it to her attention, but she did not care. I have owned there for over 20 years and have never been charged for a cup of ice - EVER! I don't think she fits into the "familar" mentality, I have always loved at the Playa.

We have been going to playa Linda for over 30 years. We have had wonderful experiences there over the years. This year we had an unfortunate experience that the manager Pauline had no desire to help us with. She rudely waved us away and didn’t care. I don’t want to rate the property based on one circumstance but felt people should know they may encounter an issue if there is a problem during their stay.

I’ve been coming to Playa Linda for years, and one of the highlights of my trips has always been getting down to the beach at 4 a.m. to enjoy my peace and zen. Even with all the rain this year, I still come down early and do things the right way—physically being present to claim my chickie. But the chickie situation this year is absolutely disgusting. People are dropping bags and towels to hold spots with no one actually there, and beach security isn’t stepping in at all. At one point, I physically watched one person hold three spots and act completely entitled about it. It’s unfair to everyone who follows the rules. This used to be managed so much better. Where is Jesse? Things were far more organized when he was around, and guests didn’t have to deal with this kind of nonsense. I love Playa Linda, but the current system is ruining the experience. I truly hope management steps up and restores the fairness and order longtime guests expect.

This is my 8th stay at Playa Linda. The staff is wonderful, Sean even remembered us from last year. The rooms are very clean, housekeeping does a good job. The beach attendants are very helpful. There are plenty of restaurants within walking distance. Playa Linda is a very beautiful, quiet place to stay. I will definitely be returning.

The location is the best on the island and is on the strip with easy access to shops, restaurants and bars. The beachfront is awesome with calm clear waters, perfect for swimming and enjoying the water. We had an amazing stay. Staff were friendly and our room was clean and well maintained with fresh towels by great cleaning staff. We will definitely return to this resort.

In the perfect spot of all things happening in Palm Beach. Jessie Arce helped us everyday to get situated in the perfect spot on the beach.

Another great visit to Playa Linda . Thx Jesse! My wife arrived on the island with an injury and Jesse was able to give her the help and care she needed .

Playa Linda beautiful resort friendly welcoming staff Jessie very helpful accommodating my husband who has mobility issues getting him a handicapped chickie on the beach always very kind

I recently stayed at the Playa Linda and had a wonderful experience. The rooms were spotless, beautifully maintained, and always smelled fresh — all thanks to the amazing housekeeper, Ana Prieto. She went above and beyond every day, ensuring everything was perfect and even leaving thoughtful touches that made me feel truly cared for. It’s rare to find someone so professional and kind. Her attention to detail made my stay outstanding. Thank you, Ana, for making my visit unforgettable!

Love Aruba and Playa Linda my favorite destination. Staff is wonderful, especially Jessie, Champion, Diego and Junior they go above and beyond to make our stay wonderful.

We spend two weeks at Playa Linda in October every year for the last 15 years. The facility amenities and staff are awesome. I want to give a special shout out to the following employees who have always gone above and beyond to make our stay 5 Stars.. Curtis McKenzie (Champion) Jessie Santos Junior Diego Tito Thanks everyone for making our stay 5Start

Our family had a wonderful time. You can’t beat the location and views. I recommend bringing an inflatable hammock float and a travel coffee mug (free morning coffee on the beach). My 5 yo and 11 yo loved the kids club and Maidel and Kelly! They liked the crafts, video games, and face painting, and they asked to go often. The adults loved happy hour with Luis at the lobby bar. His playlists rocked!

Our favorite place to stay. Jessie is the captain of the ship on the beach. He always takes care of you during your stay. He’s the best.

Exceptional Service from the Bellman Team Junior and Diego From the moment we arrived at the resort, the bellman,Junior and Diego made us feel genuinely welcomed. They greeted us with a warm smile, handled our luggage with care, and offered helpful tips about the property and surrounding area. What really stood out was their attention to detail—remembering our names, anticipated our needs, and even followed up later to make sure we were settled in comfortably. Whether it was helping us navigate the resort or offering a friendly conversation after a long day, their professionalism and kindness elevated our entire stay. It’s rare to find someone who blends efficiency with such authentic hospitality. They are a true asset to the resort, and we’re grateful for the outstanding service.

Great time always here! Super clean and the bellman Junior is the best! He’s always there when you need him and so kind and helpful! I do wish they would enforce not feeding the iguanas more closely as they are very comfortable around the pool and some type of deterrent is needed. Would also be great if a few chickees could be reserved in advance and maybe put those funds towards rewarding a great employee like Junior!

Great time share hotel. Very well kept and right on the beach. Special shout out for Jessy, the morning beach manager who, along with security and beach staff, does a great job organizing and keeping the beach safe.

This is our first time to the Playa Linda and really enjoyed it. It's a great location. The rooms are a little dated, but the property is very clean and friendly. Just note that people wake up at 5 am to go out in the dark to wait for Chickie huts . It's not something I prefer to do on vacation. i'm sure someone could come up with a better hut reservation system. Otherwise everything was great .

The staff at the playa linda truly makes the stay wonderful. Jessie at the coffee hut makes you feel welcome whether you are a first time visitor or you are returning to your “Home away from Home”. Other great staff members are Diego,Junior and of course “CHAMPION!!!” -Kurt. All of them make your stay comfortable and enjoyable and they each go out of their way to help you with any of your needs. They are what helps make the Playa Linda such a great resort

Such a nice place. Great family activities, not rowdy, great beach. All the staff is nice and personable. I looked forward every morning to getting my coffee and having a lovely conversation with Jessie Arce. His positive energy was a great start to my day.

We were greeted by the Playa Linda staff in an upbeat, happy manner. Diego took care of ALL our luggage needs as we transferred between rooms and made sure we knew when our rooms were ready and available when he saw us. An awesome demonstration of care to the client. Much appreciated.

The Playa Linda was a wonderful experience. I wanted to rave about our housekeeper Ana Prieto. She was wonderful. She was so friendly and always smiling and accommodating.She is definitely an asset to the resort.

Wonderful staff and properly! Highly recommend. Jessie A. Loss prevention is so helpful and professional. He will take excellent care of you. Wesley bell service is amazing!

I wanted to share how great this property is especially it’s beaches the people are wonderful and Jessie Arce from loss prevention is so positive and cheerful 😁every morning with coffee and a smile

Playa Linda is my home away from home. Upon arrival, Diego is always ready to assist you with your luggage. Mario, at the from desk is very proficient at making check in easy. Jessie Arce on the beach has a challenging job but he is diplomatic and keeps everything in order. Kirk McKenzie, on the beach always has a smile and greets you with a welcoming greeting every day. Thank you to the staff for making my trip very special.

We recently stayed at Playa Linda for one week and it was our first time staying at this resort. It was an amazing experience. This resort is very relaxing and not a party resort. It's an older timeshare property that is very well maintained and provides families with a great Carribean vacation. We stayed in a studio suite with a view of the pool and ocean from our nice size patio. The room was clean and well equipped with a small kitchen that is applicable for a studio size. The staff was very welcoming, and other guests were very friendly. They will email you a list of daily activities upon check in which included aqua fit at the family pool every day at 11 and bingo at 1:00 during our stay. There family pool has a zero entry point which makes it very friendly. The adult only pool is 4 1/2 feet and the family pool goes up to 7ft 1. Chickees/huts can be reserved as early as 6 AM at the pool or beach. We had no problem getting a hut each day. The friendly beach attendants will assist you by setting up the beach chairs. You don't need assistant at the pool and can easily reserve the space after 6. The towel hut doesn't open until 8 AM and closes at 5 so you will need to keep your towel the day before to use to reserve your space or use other items. Remember to bring CLIPS because it is very windy and you will need to clip your towels, hats, clothing, etc to the chairs when not in use. 2. There is an air tank on the beach for you to blow up inflatables. 3. There is free ice and water dispenser and coffee on the beach for guests. 4. There is not a swim up bar but there is a restaurant bar right next to the pool as well as the Beach Bar and Carlito's Bar and their hostesses walk around to take drink and food orders around lunch, and they will bring to you pool side. The resort is conveniently located in Palm Beach and easily walkable to numerous restaurants and stores. During our stay, we could not charge anything to the room at the on site restaurants because they are changing over to the new computer system. They were up front about this temporary change. We had an overall wonderful experience and would definitely recommend this resort.

This was my first time in Aruba and staying at the Playa Linda has made it a very special and memorable experience for my family. The hotel was very family friendly due to its clean, spacious rooms which include a mini kitchen (a sink, small stove, full size fridge which has Tupperwares). My kids love the large pool with its many waterfalls and the beach was just steps away which made it a huge plus. They also have a collection of beach toys and inflatables that you can borrow so you don't have to pack your own. Amenities include getting a free Chickadee (you're going to need it due to Aruba intense sun) which I heard some hotels were charging a fee to rent. They also provide good strong free coffee & tea in morning and afternoon. Only thing is that you have to bring your own cup (i.e. not the one in the hotel room, LOL). Best of all, Jesse made staying at the Playa Linda an awesome experience due to his excellent customer service. I'm not sure what his exact job title is but his services include doing security, getting you the best chickadee or anything you may need on the beach and being an all around awesome person. His friendly & bubbly personality makes staying at the Playa Linda all the more worthwhile. Thank you, Jesse!

A shout out to a first class resort. Arriving next week and my wife and I can't wait to get back there.For anybody looking for a resort with all the ammines with beautiful grounds and very roomy comfortable rooms,great workout facility and spas.With an amazing Italian restaurant Azzuro. You have found your resort. Kudos to an overly friendly staff Rossana, Eileen,Mario,Yvette.Not to mention Monique and Solange running the whole show! Junior and Diego with the bags and my buddy Evander @ the towel hut and rest of the staff.See you soon and thank you.

First time at playa Linda and it was nothing short of amazing! Every morning Jessie Arce is available to get you a chickee and remembers who you are the rest of the trip- it truly felt like a home away from home.

What a wonderful time, beach immaculate, rooms wonderful and the staff especially Jessie Arce, made it the most enjoyable week. Nothing like waking up to Jessie helping you with your Chickie, coffee, newspaper and always an inspirational thought for the day!! Thanks Jessie and Playa Linda for de-stressing this teacher before she starts school again!!!

Junior, Jesse and Yvette are simply the best of the best. They are kind and willing to help and advise you on any matter. They make your stay at Playalinda, Aruba wonderful. My Wife and I coming there for thirty-one years. lately twice a year/

We had the best time here. Everyone is so friendly and accommodating especially Jessie Arce. He goes out of his way to make you feel like you are a part of the Playa Linda family. I can’t think of a better place to vacation.

My family and I come to aruba every year twice a year. We absolutely love the Playa Linda. Jessie helps us every morning for huts. Luz is an amazing cleaning lady. The beach bar food is also awesome!!! We have met our aruba family here and will continue to come back every year.

Place is nice pool and beach staff awesome but our rooms in our townhouse TV didn't work and after trying to rectify it the manager alda said I shouldn't watch TV on vacation and was extremely rude.

Jessie works security at the resort. He is professional, friendly, and takes the safety of the guest very seriously. I appreciate him going above and beyond everyday.

We booked this trip last minute and had wanted to stay at the Hyatt but could not get rooms. This was a great alternative. The kitchen and separate living room were helpful with a family and the grounds were very comfortable and well maintained. I was nervous about our choice when we were sent a list of rules during pre-check in that seemed uptight and not family friendly, but they were very laid back and seemed to just want to ensure everyone was respectful of one another. The location was perfect - shopping and food directly across the street, several restaurants onsite, and we loved the beach path (starts halfway through the Holiday Inn and goes to the end of Palm Beach). The beach was very nice and it was easy to hop from pool to beach. An added bonus being a timeshare was many kids knew each other from years of vacationing the same week and my teens easily met a group to hang out with. The onsite dining was also good. Everyone loves Eduardo’s and Azzurro has a great view and is an easy and relatively affordable choice for lunch. Parking was plentiful and exceedingly easy as well. You do need to wake up impossibly early for a first or second row chickee, but the attendant was helpful and a back row one could usually be found until about 9am. Also this is a timeshare so there are trade offs with that. It has many amenities but isn’t a full service hotel, but the kitchen and space is nice to have.

The staff was absolutely the best!!! Made sure we had everything we needed and interacted with our kids every time walking through the lobby and down by the beach! Shout out to Rygell and Junior!!

We love to come to the Playa Linda each and every year and are never disappointed. We look forward to coming back to this beautiful resort, enjoying the on-site restaurants such as Azzuros , Eduardos and Kouzinas; using the Kids club, playing Bingo, and just relaxing by the pool. The beach and security attendant, Rygell B, is amazing - he treats the guests with great respect and is always making sure that guests at both the beach and pool are taken care of and happy. The rooms are always very clean and the staff is fabulous year to year, which is one of the main reasons we keep coming back. This resort is also located in a prime spot on Palm Beach- the pool deck walks directly to the ocean and directly across the street you have shops and tons of places to eat. Definitely the best location of any resort we have seen on the island.

We vacation at Playa Linda annually. We love it here. Comfortable with the staff, they treat us like family. A new addition to the beach is Rygell Boye what a breath of FRESH AIR! So professional and RESPECTFUL!! Please PLEASE keep him as the head beach attendant. It was pleasant for EVERYONE! Job well done and extremely appreciated.

Playa Linda has been considered our "Home Away from Home" for the past 17+ years and this year was no different. The resort prides itself on the comfort and care they provide. With this, I'd like to recognize the service received from two of the bellmen, Junior & Wesley. From arrival to departure, I give praise to their customer service orientation. Always greeting with a smile and conversation; making sure that we knew their availability if we needed anything. I also like to recognize Rygell, Beach Security. In our prior visits, you could always count on Jesse to come around and record your Chickee location for the day. Although, I have seen some complaints over the years from various owners, I've never had any issues with him. Having said this, I can't say enough good things about Rygell. In addition to always having the coffee ready in the morning, he was always good for a friendly conversation, whether if it was at the coffee hut or the times you would see him on the beach. He was always professional, while maintaining a courteous and friendly demeanor whenever you encountered him during his shift. This is not a knock against Jesse, as I have no complaints about him; but, Rygell was a welcome addition to the team. Kudos to him and all the staff of the resort.

Beautiful resort with a beachfront location right on the main strip of town! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The beaches were clean and plenty of water activities are available within walking distance. I highly recommend this resort!

Been going to Aruba and staying at Playa Linda since the late 80's. Playa Linda has been my family's home away from home. The staff is what has always made the experience great. For me, some folks that are important to menition are; i) Junior, Diego and the entire bell hop team (these guys hustle and do a fantastic job handling change over/check in days), ii) the guys who work the beach; Rygell Boye, Kirk ("Champion!") and others who handle all our chickee and beach chair needs as well as offer a 6am morning cheer!, iii) Ricky and team at the Beach Bar. Ricky handles all situations with grace and there isn't a story he doesn't remember.

Home away from home! Playa Linda is our home away from home! The resort is stunning, peaceful, and impeccably maintained—but what truly sets it apart is the sense of family. A huge thank you to Rygell Boye for always going above and beyond. His warmth and professionalism, made our trips even more special. His help throughout our stay made everything smooth and unforgettable. Thank you, Playa Linda and thank you, Rygell—you both have our hearts! 💙🌴

BED BUGS!!! please save yourself the headache and money. GO elsewhere, rooms are so out dated for the money paid, not clean blood one the headboards and literal bed bugs crawling on the dresser. Complained to front desk the moved us to another room 2 floors up and same issue. They need an experienced pest control company that knows how to treat for them. It's not my job to educate the staff on what they are and how to treat for them. Spraying baseboards does nothing!

The staff is extremely polite and goes above and beyond! The accommodations are clean & well maintained. There are many food options on the premises and all have delicious affordable meals. I highly recommend Scott’s Brats, Eduardo’s, Carlito’s and Chicken and Lobster (early bird special is fabulous). We truly look forward to early mornings on the beach and being able to see the fish and crabs move about while sun rises. Curtis with his joking personality and Rygell with his professionalism make sure everything goes smoothly on the beach. We had the pleasure of returning this year for the 3rd time and look forward to returning again!

Wonderful resort. Have stayed over a dozen times. Friendliest staff on the island. You get to know everyone by name and they feel like family. Boye Rygell is the head of the beach staff and is the friendliest and attentive person I have come across. Actually all of the staff is like that. You can’t go wrong here. Beach attendant Kirk is one of the friendliest and jovial people you will ever meet.

Our experience was much better this year. Without Jessie—who used to act like he owned the hotel, made a lot of money in tips, and was always bossy and rude to families on vacation—it was a completely different atmosphere. Now, with the presence of Rygell Boye and the charming Redsonn, our stay was incredibly better. Congratulations, Playa Linda! Replacing that staff member was an excellent decision and made our experience uniquely positive. I’ve been coming to Aruba almost every year since I was 10, and there’s always been this chaos with beach and pool chairs. Even though it’s still absurd to have to wake up at 4:00 a.m. to reserve a chair, Playa Linda truly won us over thanks to Rygell Boye and the friendly Redsonn.

We were at our home away from home, Playa Linda last week. In our 25 years of visiting the island, we never saw the amount of wind and rain that fell on the island for 3 days straight. It was disappointing for sure, but the weather is not the only reason we come to Aruba. The people who live and work on the island are the reason we come every year. They are warm, welcoming and take pride in caring for the visitors that love their island home. One of those people is Junior Lawrence, a bellman at Playa Linda. As we were leaving Playa Linda yesterday, Junior met us in the lobby to hep weigh our suitcases prior to leaving for the airport. One of our friends had a suitcase that weighed 62 pounds. Junior took the time to help her redistribute her items to reduce the weight of her bag so she would not have to pay the airline for an overweight bag. That is one of the many great experiences we have had with Junior over the years. If you have the pleasure of meeting him, you will see why we love him so much!

So beautiful there!! The temperatures were nice and hot! Staff was amazing! Rygell Boye was always so friendly and so helpful!

Playa Linda is in the perfect spot - we didn't take a taxi or service all week except to and from the airport. Never had a problem with getting a palapa. Bed was comfortable, room was clean and grounds were very nice.

Another perfect vacation! Our staff at Playa is without a doubt the absolute best on the island. Starting with our bellman: Junior, Diego, Wesley getting everyone settled as quickly as possible. Check-in was a breeze at the front desk thank you Eileen. Housekeeping headed by Ms. Ingrid does an outstanding job. Our housekeepers on the 4th and 5th floors did a wonderful job. We returned everyday to a spotless room. No complaints. Rigell was a welcome addition to the beach. He is such a wonderful, kind, considerate young man and always took the time to chat with the guests and make us feel so welcome. He definitely had everything running tip top. Of course Santo my favorite beach attendant always gives 100% with a smile on his face. No one is faster than Santo getting everyone settled in their chairs. We always look forward to seeing him. And we can’t forget Kurt and Gaspar always so pleasant and helpful too. All and all a great stay. Can’t wait for September!

I was lied to multiple times by two managers . Blatant, obvious lies. These are not smart honest people , when I called out these lies I was threatened with room charges. I don’t trust them with my credit card now. Renting out my units until management changes and will stay elsewhere. Playa Linda went from my home away from home for decades to a rental property.

Dear Everyone at the Playa Linda I would like to give a huge Thank You to the Playa Linda in Aruba. My husband Matt and I stay at the PL for 3 months in the Winter. The place is great the staff is amazing we are always so happy here and even hate to go home after 3 months. This year Monday May 11 was our last week here, and on that morning we contacted our Taxi driver and wonderful friend Win to ask him his opinion on where I should go because i had severe pains in my Stomach. He instantly dropped everything and picked us up and took us to the hospital. He went in with us helped get me checked in and waited with us for at least an hour. After waiting 8 hrs for numerous test results we were informed I had blockage in my intestine that needed surgery immediately. The Surgeon was out playing tennis as he was on call that evening he was at the hospital in no time they prepped me and 30 mins later I was in surgery. Thank god the surgery did not require cutting of my intestines it was an abscess that had formed and connected to my intestines. He went in fixed it 2 hrs later I was in recovery. I spent 4 days in the Hospital on liquid antibiotics and a drainage tube. The hospital was amazing the nurses the doctors and the surgeon. To be in a foreign country having this happen was the biggest scare ever. They made me feel very comfortable explained everything to me as the days went on. Well enough about me my point if this is to say Thank you to Everyone !!! The island and Playa Linda are true friends. My phone and Matt’s phone never stopped. From the staff at Playa Linda, Pauline, Mario, Diego , Junior, Monique and Gregory. The lobby bar ( The Avenue) staff Catalina, Jessie, Stephanie and Luis. The staff at Azzuurios Kadeem, Brian, Karol, Legna And my buddy Ernando My dear friend Zonia from the beach bar. Who checked on me everyday even after I was home. Who offered everyday to see if I needed anything. My dear friend Win who called every single day and came to the hospital to make sure everything was going well. Taxi 198 To everyone that offered help thank you !! The thoughts and prayers and over the top kind words will never be forgotten!! 🩷🩷 The continuous text and Calls of anything you need anything you want anything Matt needs you let us know!! From the bottom of my heart I thank each and everyone of you!! I love you all 🩷 Mary Beth Ramsey