Heladería El Gran Cholado Caleño Aruba

Heladería El Gran Cholado Caleño is a ice cream shop located at Ernesto Petronia 9, Oranjestad, Aruba. With a 4.3-star Google rating from 117 reviews, it has built a steady following among locals and visitors.

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About Heladería El Gran Cholado Caleño

Heladería El Gran Cholado Caleño fits squarely into Aruba’s ice cream shop category at the $$ price tier.

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$825 total · $275 deposit online · $550 on the day
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Menu Highlights & What to Order

Diners regularly call out specific dishes that keep them coming back. Reservations are useful for dinner — especially on weekends — and walk-ins work well for lunch and off-peak hours.

Practical Information

  • Address: Ernesto Petronia 9, Oranjestad, Aruba
  • Phone: +297 732 3534
  • Google rating: 4.3 from 117 reviews
  • Cuisine: Ice Cream Shop
  • Price tier: $$
  • Map:View on Google Maps
  • Website: Official site

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What Diners Say

“As a Colombian descendant, I found this place to be so genuine and rich in its product and service. Fruit and ice mixed with sweet condiments make for a scrumptious and refreshing edible. The ladies here were so serviceable and friendly. I recommend every tourist to come here. A …”

— Nyter87, 5★ on Google

“This adorable little Heladeria (ice cream shop) is an Aruba gem! The experience is so much more than a cool treat. The owner welcomed us to her open air shop, she was super friendly and accommodating, explaining the different frozen concoctions and their flavor profiles. I am o…”

— Tracey Zupke, 5★ on Google

“Delicious and beautiful! Definitely a must stop!!!! Will be back!! Came back again and still amazing!!!…”

— Ann Crowner, 5★ on Google

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Sunset on the water, then dinner ashore

Three hours from Hadicurari Pier with Captain Tico. Snorkel gear and drinks on board. Pick a date and the deposit holds it.

$825 total · $275 deposit online · $550 on the day
Check dates & book →or ask us on WhatsApp

Our cars

Rent a car with us — from $50 a day

Automatic and air conditioned, picked up at the airport, your hotel or our Oranjestad office. Pay 13% online to hold the car and the rest when you collect it. Minimum 3 days.

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