Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Buffets, À La Carte Dining and Beachside Drinks Await
Savor 24-hour all-inclusive meals, snacks and beverages across eight restaurants and five bars. Start at Don Nicolás with buffet favorites and live cooking, then choose dinner at Krystal, Sayuri, Milano or the Steakhouse. Enjoy casual bites, a patisserie and ice cream parlor, plus cocktails at the lobby, plaza, sports and Palm Beach poolside swim-up bars.
Don Nicolás
A welcoming international buffet restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with live cooking stations, breads, juices and coffee. Don Nicolás is ideal for easygoing meals throughout the day, with show cooking at dinner and themed nights each week.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Steakhouse
A lively steakhouse grill restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba serving international recipes and select cuts in the pool area. Steakhouse is perfect for dinner with a hearty, open-air resort feel and a focus on classic grilled flavors.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Krystal
A refined fusion restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba offering à la carte dinners that blend exotic flavors with attentive service. Krystal suits guests looking for a polished evening meal, with a gourmet feel and a more distinctive take on resort dining.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Sayuri
A refined Japanese à la carte restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba serving Asian flavors in a dinner setting. Sayuri is perfect for guests craving Japanese-style specialties, with a polished atmosphere that feels focused, flavorful and relaxed.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Milano
An inviting Italian restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba pairing buffet starters and desserts with classic Italian entrées. Milano is perfect for guests craving a specialty dinner with familiar flavors, polished service and a relaxed, refined feel.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Elite Club Restaurant
An elegant à la carte restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba offering exclusive dining for Elite Club by RIU guests in a refined setting. Elite Club Restaurant is ideal for guests seeking a more private meal experience, with a polished atmosphere throughout.
- Serves: Lunch & Snacks
- Hours vary — see concierge
Palm Beach
A lively poolside bar at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba serving drinks by the water with a swim-up bar component. Palm Beach is perfect for cooling off between swims, with an easygoing pool scene that keeps refreshments close all day.
- Serves: Cocktails & Refreshing Drinks
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What restaurants are available at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba?
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba features eight on-site restaurants, including the main buffet Don Nicolás as well as themed à la carte venues such as Steakhouse, Krystal, Sayuri, and Milano. Guests staying at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba can also enjoy buffet-style dining at additional venues, giving plenty of variety throughout their all-inclusive stay.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Aruba offer all-inclusive dining?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Aruba operates on a 24-hour All Inclusive basis that covers all meals, snacks, and beverages across its restaurants and bars. This means guests at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba can dine and drink throughout the day and night without additional charges for standard dining venues.
What specialty restaurants can I try at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba?
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba offers a range of themed specialty restaurants, including Krystal for gourmet fusion cuisine, Sayuri for Asian-inspired dishes, Milano for Italian favorites, and the Steakhouse, located in the pool area, for select cuts and international recipes. These à la carte venues at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba are a great complement to the resort’s main buffet dining.
Is there a buffet restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba?
Yes, Don Nicolás is the main buffet restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live cooking stations and themed dinner nights. It’s the central dining hub for guests looking for variety at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Aruba offer vegetarian or vegan dining options?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Aruba provides vegetarian and vegan menu options as well as a vegetarian breakfast across its dining venues, making it easy for guests with dietary preferences to enjoy the resort’s all-inclusive meals.
What bars are available at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba?
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba offers six bars and lounges, including a swim-up pool bar and a poolside bar at Palm Beach. Guests at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba can enjoy drinks throughout the day as part of the resort’s all-inclusive package.
Is there a swim-up bar at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Aruba features one swim-up bar located at one of its two outdoor pools, allowing guests to order drinks without leaving the water during their stay.
Is there a dress code for dinner at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba?
Yes, formal dress is required for dinner at Hotel Riu Palace Aruba. At the main restaurant, gentlemen may not wear sleeveless T-shirts, and at the themed specialty restaurants, long trousers are required for gentlemen with no sleeveless T-shirts permitted.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Aruba have an adults-only dining option?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Aruba includes an Elite Club Restaurant exclusively for guests booked in the adults-only Elite Club section of the resort, offering a buffet with lunch and snacks in a more refined setting, in addition to an à la carte breakfast option.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Aruba welcome families with children to its restaurants?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Aruba welcomes guests of all ages, and its main restaurants and buffet venues are open to families, while the separate Elite Club Restaurant is reserved for guests staying in the resort’s adults-only Elite Club section.