Eagle Beach Aruba — beachfront dining at sunset is a highlight of any trip. Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Aruba’s west-facing coast means every evening delivers a postcard sunset over the Caribbean. These 5 restaurants are positioned to capture it from your dinner table.

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The 5 best sunset restaurants in Aruba

1. Atardi — beachfront sunset, Marriott Palm Beach

Atardi means “sunset” in Papiamento. Tables in the sand at Aruba Marriott, full ocean view, refined menu. Book the 6:00 PM slot.

2. Faro Blanco — at the California Lighthouse

The most iconic sunset terrace on Aruba — at the base of the California Lighthouse on the island’s northwestern tip. The 6:00–7:00 PM slot is gold.

3. Marina Pirata — over Spanish Lagoon, Savaneta

The dock fills up around 6 PM as sunset approaches. Far from the resort crowd, west-facing, fresh seafood — the secret sunset spot for those willing to drive south.

4. Sunset Grille — the name says it all, Palm Beach

Hilton-area steakhouse with steak-and-seafood menu and an unbeatable sunset position on Palm Beach.

5. Passions on the Beach — Eagle Beach candlelight sunset

Tiki torches, candles in the sand, and the ocean turning gold. The romantic sunset move.

Sunset timing in Aruba

Sunset in Aruba is roughly 6:30 PM in summer and 6:15 PM in winter. Book your reservation 30–45 minutes before sunset to be settled with a drink in hand when it starts.

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For more dining ideas, see our complete restaurants guide or browse the romantic restaurants guide. Pair sunset dinner with a sunset cruise — see best tours in Aruba.

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