A Renovation Realized

PALM BEACH, Aruba, Jan. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Aruba Marriott Resort has announced the completion of its $50 million renovation. The enhancement project included a complete makeover to each of the 411 guest rooms, the addition of a Ruth's Chris Steak House, a redesign of La Vista restaurant, an overhaul of the lobby and reception area, and the creation of Tradewinds Club.

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"The guest response to the renovation has been overwhelmingly positive," stated General Manager and Vice President Rick Zeolla. "We're thrilled that our vision has finally been realized and look forward to sharing our new look with all of our guests in the coming months."

All guestrooms are fully renovated with a sleek, modern design and the latest features in state-of-the-art technology, including LCD televisions and "jackpack" technology. Marriott's indulgent Revive bedding is in place and marble floors and counters, contemporary sink fixtures and rain-style showerheads have been installed.

Tradewinds Club, a 59 room hotel-within-a-hotel has been introduced on the 8th floor of the resort. It provides guests with exclusive access, special services, upscale amenities and deluxe food and beverage offerings. Privileges include access to the 1900 sq. ft. Tradewinds Lounge with 200 sq. ft. terrace; private check-in; upgraded bathroom amenities; deluxe robes, slippers and a pillow menu; unpacking, pressing and packing assistance upon request; preferred spa and restaurant reservations; a dedicated concierge staff; secluded beach area exclusive to Tradewinds guests; free wireless internet access; and complimentary, gourmet food service five times daily in the Tradewinds Lounge, along with an open bar.

The lobby renovation features a streamlined look with cozy corner and group seating, lounges and a view toward the ocean through the glass lobby front. It also includes the introduction of a brand new Lobby Bar and a makeover to the 24-hour Lobby Cafe and Ketsu Sushi Bar, along with wireless internet access.

La Vista is completely redesigned with a new look that seamlessly merges the indoors and out with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the waters of the resort's freeform pool and the Caribbean Sea. This new restaurant provides a more spacious and open environment, cozy bar and lounge and enticing new menu.

Finally, a Ruth's Chris Steak House has opened at the hotel featuring an intimate bar area with wooden floors, cherry wood wine display and limestone bar top and a split-level dining area with rich, chocolate brown carpeting, antique mirrors and elegant lighting.

The award winning Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino boasts 411 guestrooms -- the most spacious on the island -- each with large, private balconies overlooking lush landscape and the sparkling waters of the Caribbean Sea. On property, seven restaurants and cafes provide fare from light to elegant, while the largest casino in Aruba, a 6,500 square-foot spa, free-form swimming pool with cascading waterfalls and high-energy health club offer entertaining diversions. To obtain more information call the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino at 888-PARADISE or visit www.arubamarriott.com / www.arubaplayground.com.