Aruba Timeshares >> 18 Listings For Sale (2024)

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What is the oldest timeshare in Aruba? ›

Aruba Beach Club (ABC) opened in 1977 and was Aruba's first Timeshare hotel. Guests to this hotel had to be members of a corporation that owned the hotel. This was how the first co-called 'timeshare hotel' in Aruba came to be.

The main reason timeshare resale prices are so cheap compared to retail timeshares comes down to the cost of selling a new timeshare. Similar to a car dealership, timeshare resorts spend a lot of time and money on marketing.

Aruba is the timeshare capital of the Caribbean, featuring 13 incredible properties. With so many top-rated timeshares to choose from, it's no surprise that so many families return to Aruba year after year.

Wyndham Destinations is considered one of the best timeshare companies because of its expansive portfolio across the world. There are several clubs under Wyndham Destinations, including Club Wyndham, Margaritaville Vacation Club, WorldMark by Wyndham, Shell Vacations Club, and more.

The current name of the hotel that was once the Wyndham is the all-inclusive Riu Antillas.

Turns Out Timeshare Owners Are Actually Happy

So much so more than half of them own more than one, and about 30% are looking to buy more.

Unfortunately, though, it's easy enough to outgrow your timeshare after a period of time. In fact, Dave Ramsey says that 85% of timeshare owners end up regretting their decision. If that's the boat you've landed in, don't stress. You're not necessarily going to get stuck with your timeshare.

Costs vary based on the size of the vacation home and duration of the stay. According to Hilton, the average purchase price for a new buyer is roughly $22,000. ARDA says the average cost of a timeshare that a buyer can use for one week a year is $24,140. But that's just to buy in.

How long can I stay in Aruba? The standard maximum period of time that a person can be admitted to Aruba as a tourist is 30 days. Upon request, this period can be extended to a maximum of 180 days per calendar year.

How long do I own a timeshare? ›

Shared Deeded Timeshares

Although the timeshare has no expiration date, you won't see a return on investment like you would with a vacation home. In addition, you'll have voting rights on important topics such as maintenance fees. However, deeded timeshare owners are responsible for the upkeep of the shared space.

total: 106,800 (2021 est.) percent of population: 97% (2021 est.)

The Caribbean Hotel, Aruba's first multi-story resort hotel, opened its doors in 1959, quickly becoming a favorite getaway for world-famous jet-setters.

Savaneta in Aruba

The oldest house in Aruba — a cas di torto, or mud hut, dating back some 150 years — is still standing in this historical town.

The first timeshare in the United States was started in 1974 by Caribbean International Corporation (CIC), based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It offered what it called a 25-year vacation license rather than ownership.

It opened with the hotel and casino in 1995.