A great nightlife scene in Aruba exists all year round. The fun-spirited people of the island and the constant tourists make for lively crowds and a healthy variety of options from flashy danceclubs and lounges to laid-back bars. The major hotels and resorts on Palm/Eagle Beach in Aruba host their own doses of nightlife options, posh bars, casinos, and nightclubs. If the nightlife is in your blood, you may want to choose your hotel accordingly.

Aside from the major resorts however, a large majority of the nightlife is in the capital city, Oranjestad. A local favorite is Carlos and Charlie's Bar, the place is always hopping with people and drink specials. Mambo Jambo Cafe located downtown, is also a local hotspot where people come to dance and enjoy one of Aruba's specialities, rum cocktails. Salsa dancers will relish in the dance nights here. For more dancing options try, Escape, and Jimmy's.

Tourists also love party bus tours in Aruba. There are actually quite a few options. One favorite is Bonbini Chiva Paranda which features an open-air 1947 painted bus! But there is also Banana Bus, Aruba Night Tours, Kukoo Kunuku Dinner and Bar Hopper Bus.

The Mariott Resort in Palm/Eagle Beach is also a hot nightlife destination even for those not staying there, this is particularly because of its grand Stellaris Casino.