Aruba Ocean Villas

Aruba Ocean Villas is nestled by the beach in the small town of Savaneta on the Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba, surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, and is private and secluded.

The colourful Caribbean-influenced style of the hotel has been created by a local artist, who has added personal flair to each of the beachfront and overwater villas - and each one is uniquely designed and individually named. They have traditional features such as thatched roofs, alongside bespoke touches such as plush armchairs, antique cabinets, clawfoot tubs, silk wall hangings and chandeliers hung from wooden-beamed ceilings. Spacious verandas have canopied daybeds and hammocks to encourage you to relax and make the most of the views.

By the beach, Elle Marie has a white and floral theme, while Chupi celebrates music, with its grand piano and guitars. The overwater villas include the romantic Isla Alistaire, which comes with a four-poster bed, and Jojoli, which has a sea-blue colour scheme.

The Old Man & The Sea restaurant offers delicious Dutch Caribbean classics, such as keshi yena (a hearty cheese dish), coconut shrimp with spices and the fresh catch of the day, served with a local Creole sauce, and there are daily specials created by the chef. Dine by the beach beneath the palm trees, indulge in wine and cheese tastings, and sip tropical cocktails at sunset.

This is the ideal place to switch off and do absolutely nothing. If you're not relaxed enough already by lingering in your hammock or on the beach, unwind with a soothing massage.

Go snorkelling, paddle boarding or kayaking, or indulge in a private island tour by car or ATV, to discover the many gems of Aruba.