kelli

wondering if anyone has any legitimate negatives on the Bucuti. Considering vacationing there in Aug. and have only seen very positive posts on Bucuti. Is this too good to be true?

cdt

Smallish swimming pool.<BR>But not very many people sharing it (60-70 rooms vs. 300-800 in other Aruba hotels).<BR><BR>Not as many bells and whistles as the much bigger "resort hotels" (e.g., no casino, which to me is not a negative).<BR><BR>BEST BEACH (together with Manchebo and Costa Linda).<BR><BR>

janet

I will be staying at Bucuti in October. The decision was made based on all that I read here and on other sites. <BR><BR>I did not read anything negative anywhere. I guess if you're looking for small, quiet and a great beach, this is it.

Sally

Negatives: smallish (and very basic) pool, rooms rather basic. Nothing but positives otherwise, we have stayed there twice.

Sue W

Just found this bb and happy to share our Bucuti info.<BR><BR>We've been there twice and planning a third trip. Yes, it IS too good to be true and our only regret is we didn't discover it sooner. Bucuti may not have all the amenities of the high rise US chain resorts, but Bucuti is about more than just the amenimites.<BR><BR>To us, there are no negatives. It's our own little lalaland.

eastman

I have several strips of legitimate Bucuti negatives. I'll send then to you if you want to make prints.

Sue W

Eastman...you aren't mistaking Bucuti with another resort that begins with a B in Aruba are you?<BR><BR>Go ahead, send them to me.<BR><BR>

LoisM

We loved the Bucuti. Stayed there 3 years ago. Had an oceanview room, small refrigerator and microwave, good size room and patio. We left the door open most of the time when we were in the room. Iguanas walked right up to the door, very pretty grounds, large beach, good restaurant,smaller type pool, friendly staff, good location. Enjoy it.

chazz

I think some people read all the raves about the Bucuti and then are disappointed when they get there and find out it is just a simple - almost modest - hotel. Not fancy; not luxurious; not 5-star.<BR><BR>But it's clean, well-maintained, well-managed, and on a superb beach. Also, smaller and quieter than most of the other hotels in Aruba. I would be thrilled to stay there (we saved a few bucks by bunking next door at the Manchebo), but it's not the Ritz. It is arguably the best overall value in Aruba.<BR><BR><BR><BR><BR>

Eastman fan

Some people don't have a sense of humor...

Ryan

LOL, Eastman, I know what you mean.

eileen

Agree with Chazz. I heard so many raves on the BB's about Bucuti that I just had to check it out when I went to Aruba (stayed at LaCabana as a timeshare trade). Well, I couldn't believe that was the property everyone thinks is so great! It's got a great spot on the beach, but nothing else impressed. If the price is really low, then it is a great value. If you are looking for any amenities I would choose someplace else.

Sue W

oh my goodness...lol...must have been having a senior moment...duh!

Kara

The Bucuti gets such great raves due to the service and that personal touch. Also very popular for couples that don't want to have a lot of children around. And of course that to die for beach!

Arubavisitor

My wife and I stayed at Bucuti 2003 June. Its true that is is not a luxury place. There are hotels on both sides, so its not isolated. It is a wonderful place though. The staff is excellent, our room was simple but pleasant. Its a very well run, soulful place.