Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Earns Prestigious Gold Badge in 2025 Best Hotels Rankings
U.S. News & World Report has awarded Boardwalk Boutique Hotel a Gold Badge in its 2025 Best Hotels rankings, recognizing it as the No. 3 best hotel in Aruba and placing it among the Top 100 hotels in the Caribbean. This prestigious ranking evaluates over 30,000 luxury properties across the United States, Europe, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean, assessing hotels based on reputation among travel experts, guest reviews, and hotel class ratings.
A Remarkable Achievement for a Boutique Hotel
Achieving Gold Badge status places Boardwalk Boutique Hotel in the top 25% of luxury hotels worldwide, highlighting its commitment to exceptional service, guest satisfaction, and high-quality hospitality.
“It’s been a wild ride for Boardwalk ever since we transformed from a 13-casita small hotel to our 50-casita boutique property with two pools, an on-site restaurant, and personalized beach service on Palm Beach,” shares Kimberly Rooijakkers, co-owner of Boardwalk Boutique Hotel.
With an exclusive adults-only experience, Boardwalk has tailored its amenities, tranquil atmosphere, and personalized services to create an unforgettable escape for its guests.
A Testament to Excellence and Sustainability
For consecutive years, Boardwalk Boutique Hotel has received multiple accolades for:
- Outstanding guest service
- Impeccable cleanliness
- Sustainability and regenerative hospitality efforts
Boardwalk holds Gold Certification by Travelife for Accommodation Sustainability and is a proud member of the Regenerative Travel hotel collection. As an authentic local hotel, Boardwalk ensures that Aruba’s culture, heritage, and small businesses are integrated into the guest experience.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Guests and Staff
“We are incredibly proud that a small, family-owned hotel can thrive among international hotel chains. This achievement is thanks to our dedicated staff for their loyalty and hard work, and our guests for consistently leaving stellar reviews,” adds Rooijakkers.
Continuing a Legacy of Excellence
With its commitment to sustainability, exceptional hospitality, and guest-centric services, Boardwalk Boutique Hotel continues to set new benchmarks in the luxury travel industry while preserving its intimate and authentic charm.
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