Hospitals, insurance and emergency numbers
Aruba's main hospital is the Dr. Horacio E. Oduber Hospital (HOH) near Oranjestad, not far from Eagle Beach. In San Nicolas, ImSan provides medical care for the south of the island.
For visitors
- Take out good travel insurance: visitors are not covered by the local health insurance.
- For minor issues, many hotels can refer you to a general practitioner.
- Pharmacies (boticas) are found throughout the island.
For residents
Residents registered at the Censo are insured through AZV, the general health insurance, which covers GP visits, hospital care and prescribed medication.
Good to know
- Main hospital: Dr. Horacio E. Oduber Hospital, Oranjestad
- Ambulance: 911
- AZV: azv.aw
Information on this page can change over time, so check official sources for the latest details.
See also: police and emergency numbers.
Last updated: September 2026.