Aruba at its Best

Guest: Pam P.
Date of Stay: 11/01/11 Review Submitted: 11/30/11

We were there (4 adults) the week Nov 1 - Nov 8, 2011, and could not have had a better time. The owners were very helpful with answers to all our questions, in that none of us had ever been to Aruba before. Judy greeted us at the condo and was very helpful showing us around (it is exactly as it is described) and answering all of our additional questions. Aruba is absolute paradise and this condo made it an absolutely perfect week. Everything you need is in the condo. It's a two-three minute walk to the beach. The pools at the condo were very nice, although we spent most of our time at the beach. Eagle Beach is perfect......wide, white sandy beach (and in November it was not at all crowded). All the restaurants we ate in were great....great food, great atmosphere. Be sure to check out Screaming Eagle and Flying Fishbone. Rent a car....it will be much cheaper than using taxis if you plan to do any sightseeing or restaurant hunting on your own. The people who live in Aruba are all very friendly and accommodating....they could not have been nicer. Be sure to do a snorkeling adventure (we went on the Dolphin catamaran....perfect!!!!) and then make a day of it and go on the sunset cruise on that same catamaran. You will have a great time, the crew makes it so much fun. Aruba is a beautiful island, this condo is lovely (very comfortable and the view of the Caribbean and the property grounds from the balcony of this unit is gorgeous), and it all makes for a perfect vacation. When we return to Aruba (and I know we will), I would hope this condo is available because I definitely would stay here again.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Currie's

Guest: Julie (Gatineau, Quebec/Canada)
Date of Stay: 08/02/11 Review Submitted: 08/14/11

Just returned from Aruba. Stayed at Serenity one word WOW! We were a little tense about renting because of the not knowing factor sending money to someone you don't know and not knowing if the condo is what it appears to be. Well it is better. It is clean, all that you need is there, the beds are comfortable and it is spacious. We are a family of five (3 teens) and we recommend at 100%. Aruba is the nicest Caribbean island we have seen so far,large variety of restaurants, comparable supermarkets with excellent selection of whatever you need and lots to do. Rent a car, just a lot more practical to get around and see/do a lot more. Enjoy! We did. Thank you Julie, Judy and Pat for the wine we enjoyed it watching the sunset and for your honesty. cheers!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Mike

Guest: Mike (Houston, TX.)
Date of Stay: 03/05/11 Review Submitted: 07/17/11

My wife and I celebrated our 3rd anniversary and her 50th birthday in Aruba. Our 1st time and we loved staying at the Oceania on Eagle Beach. The condo was perfect, much better then staying at an over crowded hotel. Looks just like the photos. Very clean and quiet which is something I look forward to on vacation. Pat was very helpful with information on Aruba, from where to rent a car to restaurants. The Screaming Eagles is within walking distance to the condo and is excellent food . The beach is directly across the street from the condo and is not crowded like the other beaches. The condo supplied everything we could possibly need besides personal items. We would have breakfast at the condo and fix a picnic lunch for the beach. The condo has beach chairs, towels and a cooler, which were used everyday. We are looking forward to our next trip and will stay at the Serenity again. Can't wait.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Serenity in Aruba

Guest: NetBuilder (Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/19/11 Review Submitted: 07/15/11

I took my mother to Aruba for her 70th birthday and my sister for a week. We stayed in Serenity and very much enjoyed our stay. It is as promised, comfortable, well appointed, and well located. We did get in late, and Judy met us at the condo and showed us all around. We did not use the pools, we spent all of our time at the beach. The beach was for the most part empty of people, and easy to get to from the unit. We enjoyed watching the sunset from the balcony and the beach! I really liked the location of Oceania relative to Eagle Beach and the surroundings. We could easily walk to several restaurants for any and all meals. We rented a car because we wanted easy access to the island, but the bus stops frequently near the resort. Overall, I would highly recommend Serenity and Oceania. Working with Pat and Jill was such an easy process. Thanks.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

LAUREE

Guest: quammer (stoughton, wi usa)
Date of Stay: 05/01/11 Review Submitted: 05/25/11

We rented the Serenity condo for our 25th anniversary and i couldn't have picked a better place. it was everything we hoped it would be. Very clean, quiet, and friendly place. All our expectations were met and we couldn't have been more pleased. Can't wait for a return trip..definitely coming back! Thank you Pat and Jill for a wonderfull time.

Owner response:Our main goal is for our clients to relax by the pool, enjoy our beautiful sandy beach and be comfortable in our condo. We feel Oceania Resort in Aruba is the place to do just that. Come and enjoy and be part of our extended family.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+.

The perfect vacation

Guest: Sun Catchers (Cadillac, Michigan, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/26/11 Review Submitted: 04/13/11

WOW! Thanks to Pat and Jill, we had a fabulous vacation. Serenity at Oceania Resort is amazing. The layout of the property was spacious, comfortable and extremely relaxing. Our 6 year old loved the zero entry pools and met a new friend at all 4 pools. We loved that the poolside was never crowded. The location of the resort is perfect. Eagle beach is beautiful and extremely easy to get to (the road between Oceania Resort and the beach was definately not a problem). We were able to take the local bus to go shopping and out to eat. It picked us up and dropped us off right at the property. So convenient and safe! The condo itself was better than the description. The kitchen had everything! It was the most well equipped kitchen that we have ever had in a vacation rental.The condo also had everything that you need to spend a day at the beach (coolers, chairs, towels, sand toys, etc). Prior to our arrival Pat and Jill were extremely prompt in answering any and all questions. Serenity surpassed all of our expectations. We are already talking about our next visit in 2012.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

One Happy Island

Guest: Cheryl McKinley (Vermont)
Date of Stay: 12/03/10 Review Submitted: 12/21/10

This was our second stay at Serenity - went for a week in 2009 and this year we had to stay 10 days! It's perfect for us - very quiet and peaceful. There was a bit of construction going on next door, but on the day it was a bit loud, we just went to the other (huge) pool and it was fine. We enjoy the quiet atmosphere of this condo complex. The pools are never crowded (in fact we were the only ones at the pool for most of our stay!). Just a short walk across the street to the ocean. The condo unit itself is just like home (only nicer!). All of the amenties needed and very clean and comfortable. Loved the addition of the IPod docking stations - thank you! If you're looking for lots of activities and noise (all inclusives), this probably isn't the place for you. If you want a nice, relaxing vacation, stay at Serenity!

Recommended for:Girls getaway.

Serenity - absolutely !!

Guest: Pat & Bob (arlington ma usa)
Date of Stay: 11/02/10 Review Submitted: 12/03/10

All pictures are very true to form, actually very pretty. The condo is just as nice as it looks. The beach was relatively quiet with huts for some shade, and the 3 pools are phenomenal !! Just a short ride to downtown, restaurants and shopping, etc. A Wonderul, relaxing vacation bringing pure joy !

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Oceania-Absolutely Beautiful!

Guest: Tracey (Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 09/26/10 Review Submitted: 11/30/10

My sister and I with our husbands stayed at this condo at Oceania celebrating our 40th birthdays! We could not have asked for a more beautifully decorated, comfortable place to stay. The view from the balcony was breathtaking, as you could see the ocean just perfectly. The condo had everything a renter would need and then some...they even had big beach towels along with beverage coolers to take out by the ocean or to one of the four georgeous pools! The location was just perfect, as it was close to both the low-rise hotels and minutes away from the high rise hotels with amazing resturants all along the way. We will most defiantely stay here again when we have the opportunity to go back to beautiful Aruba!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Couldn't Ask For More

Guest: Wanda (Simpsonville, SC )
Date of Stay: 10/21/10 Review Submitted: 11/19/10

We were extremely pleased with the accommodations, amenities and courtesies offered by our hosts and their island representative. Beautiful views from an ideal location. We felt right at home; everything was clean, well furnished and maintained. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this vacation rental to anyone. It was a key component to a wonderful vacation.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.