Reflexions Beach Bar & Restaurant Aruba — Restaurant in Oranjestad (city)

This is our first choice everytime we come to this island! From the port, a taxi to Reflection's costs $13. for 2, one way. The trip takes only about 5 minutes, as it is only a mile or two south of the port. Our bill at Reflections totaled $60. for the following, 2 loungers and an umbrella, a lunch we ordered which consisted of a beef quesadilla for my wife, a giant hamburger and fries with 2 beers for me, and a tip. The beef in the hamburger and in the quesadilla was outstanding. My wife said it was the best she ever had! Yep, better burger then Guy's on the ship!! I want to state something here I rarely read, there is a shower to wash off the salt water just as you walk off the sand onto the cement towards the swim up bar. Yes there is a pool with a swim up bar, with loungers and chairs around it, but we're beach people, and with that beautiful beach we could never use the pool. After lunch, we sat around for about an hour, enjoying the breeze, then had our server Jenny call us a taxi, which she gladly did. The taxi arrived in less then 10 minutes, and we were headed back to the port to do some shopping before going back on the ship. I want to thank the following people at Reflections for a great beach day, ,, Jorge who answered all my emails, Brian who set us up on the beach, and took care of us there, and Jenny, who was our server in the restaurant/bar area! They were very attentive, very good workers,...

If you’re looking for the perfect spot to unwind by the beach, Reflexions beach bar and restaurant is a must-visit. Nestled right on the shoreline, the atmosphere is exactly what you’d want: laid-back, chill, and full of positive vibes. It’s the ideal place to grab a drink and bite, kick back, and watch the waves roll in.

From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted by a friendly and attentive staff who make you feel right at home. Special shoutout to F, J, and B (keeping their names out for privacy reasons) who always go above and beyond to ensure we have a great experience. The service here is great, nothing feels rushed, and they’re always happy to chat and help you out whenever needed. These guys also know how to make you laugh while making sure you’re taken care of.

Furthermore, the cocktails are amazing. Whether you’re into classic beach cocktails or something more adventurous, they’ve got it covered. Each drink is crafted with care, and you can really taste the quality ingredients. I could easily spend an entire afternoon sipping my favorite cocktail here, watching the ocean.

As for the price, it’s very reasonable for a beachside spot. You’re definitely getting your money’s worth in both the drinks and the overall experience.

All in all, this is the place we always come back to. For the best relaxed afternoon, I highly recommend checking it out. You...

Our experience at this establishment was deeply disappointing and disturbing. We were subjected to unfair treatment that, sadly, appeared to be based on the color of our skin.

We had a confirmed reservation for a beachfront cabana. Upon arrival, everything seemed fine, and we were escorted to our cabana as planned. While we were dining and enjoying our time in the restaurant overlooking our cabana, we noticed a family was sitting in it. Shockingly, the cabana was then given to a Caucasian family — without explanation or apology at the time.

When we questioned this obvious mistake, the owner eventually came over and admitted that the cabana had been rightfully reserved for us, but the staff had “made an error” and chose to give it to the other family anyway. There was no attempt to correct the situation — just a passive acknowledgment of wrongdoing at the time. The owner eventually paid for our meal. (That was the least he could have done after treating us in such a disrespectful manner)

It is unacceptable that any business — especially one in the hospitality industry — would treat guests differently based on race.

We are sharing our experience here not out of anger, but out of a sincere hope that others are spared such treatment and that this establishment takes real steps to address and correct this kind of discriminatory...