Casinos in Aruba

Part of the Draw

Casinos in Aruba began operating in 1959. In the years that followed, gambling was the major draw for tourists visiting the island. As many people came for the gambling as did the beautiful beaches. Over fifty years later, they are still a main attraction for the small island. Tourists come to play games such as poker, blackjack, slot machines, roulette, craps and baccarat. There are now more than ten gaming locations on the small island. Twenty four hours a day, 7 days a week, a place to play can be found.

Most casinos in Aruba operate on an afternoon and evening based schedule with slots opening earlier in the day and the table games following suit a few hours later. The capital city boasts the island’s only 24 hour gaming spot. The Crystal Casino is an elegant place with crystal chandeliers, Italian marble and ornate gold leafing. Tourists and locals can be found at its 400+ slot machines or table games at all hours of the day and night. It is also the home base of Aruba’s hot ticket, Let’s Go Latin. The show is a glittery, fast paced evening of entertainment that fits perfectly with the vibe of the casino. 

Also in Oranjestad is the Seaport Casino, the island’s only waterfront casino. It is in a quiet strip and boasts a casual atmosphere. In addition to the beautiful view, players are treated to live bands almost every night of the week. The low rise and high rise hotel areas feature a full slate of gaming opportunities. Many casinos in Aruba are located in hotels. The Allegro Hotel is home to the Occidental Grande. As long as everyone from penny slot players to high rollers are making wagers, the joint stays open. The Casablanca can be found in the Westin Hotel. This establishment really starts rolling after the hotel’s show’s curtain falls. The ambiance and décor takes guests back to the era of the classic film and treats them to entertainment nightly. The popular Holiday Inn plays host to the Excelsior, one of the island’s busiest gambling spots. It is the spot where the popular game, Caribbean Stud, originated.

Casinos in Aruba continue to be part of the activity of the island. Visitors spend their days basking in the glorious sunshine or taking part in water sports and shopping. By night they head indoors to play games of luck and chance, banking on the magic of the island.