Serene by the Sea

We loved it here. This place is a gem and the staff /family owned boutique hotel was a real charming property. So cheerful and hospitable! 5/5

Serene 6789 Serene by the Sea is truly a special place in this crazy world. It is family owned & run. The family & staff are the most lovely & gracious hosts. Directly on a water with a small beach, protected by natural barrier- snorkeling, swimming, kayaking are all great fun here. There are plenty of lounge chairs and a few comfy hammocks. The breakfast in the morning is delicious. Freshly made by a kind hearted chef with a giant reverence for the fish & his iguana friends. He can prepare a delicious lunch & dinner if you ask him ahead of time for a private meal. The rooms are sparkling clean, simple and supplied with fluffy beach towels, snorkeling masks, towels, refrigerator, ac( TV too) simple & exactly what you need. We would recommend a car-- the wonderful manager Reno made arrangements for us. We took a cab ride from airport that cost $38- Airport 10 minutes away. However, if you simply want to chill and stay put- there are two restaurants next door & grocery store down the road. Or bring home food and dine on the gorgeous deck overlooking the ocean. Serene is a quiet, peaceful intimate place- we made some great friends. We would return to Aruba just to stay here & decompress. This place is very unique, so special. Very hard to leave. Thank you Serene by the Sea for everything.

One of the best decisions I’ve made in my life. This family owned business makes you feel like family. I did not want to leave. When I return this is where I will be staying!

Lovely family. Lovely stay.

This place was wonderful. The owners are a family. They are around all the time and really care about how you are doing. This is on the quiet non-tourist side of the island. They have a chef who makes you omelets in the morning in a cabana right on the water. This place is a hidden gem and will definitely be our place to stay when returning to Aruba.

Amazing family hotel! Not superfancy, but it has an incredible warmth. Chef will show you his sea aquarium, Roberto the iguana will wave at you from a safe distance and the kayaks are ready to be taken for a ride. Or just chill in one of the hammocks or sun beds! Nice restaurants just minutes away by foot, or they can arrange a private dinner in the hotel just for you.

Truly serene. Great family. Personal attention. Like home! Our new spot!! Beautiful.

Very friendly and accommodating family business.

A beautiful and relaxing place to stay for a while! This small and basic family run and owned property is right on the water located on the quiet side of Aruba. Serene by The Sea has wonderful views, warm waters to enjoy swimming or water-craft, and very friendly and helpful staff and owners. Two of the best restaurants on Aruba are a few minutes walk away. Recommended without hesitation!

This cozy family-owned hotel was absolutely amazing. I would stay here again and again and again. It is off the beaten path, and right on the beach. It is quiet, relaxing and the food was good. It's a short drive to Baby Beach and you can walk to Zeerovers (eat there!).