Mammaloes

2.5 star property
B&B near Donkey Sanctuary in Santa Cruz

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Premium bedding, minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Balashi 24B, Santa Cruz
  • Donkey Sanctuary
    10 min walk
  • Arikok National Park
    3 min drive
  • Arikok National Park Visitors Center
    5 min drive
  • Oranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.)
    9 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, Roma

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Casita Azul

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queenie

  • 17 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bohemian

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Mercy

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Fawnie

  • 17 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Casita La Vento

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Gypsy

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Close to airport.At this Santa Cruz B&B, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Donkey Sanctuary and 6 miles (10 km) of Bushiribana Gold Smelter Ruins. Surfside Beach and Royal Plaza Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Donkey Sanctuary - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • De Palm Island - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mangel Halto Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Eagle Beach - 19 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Conchi Natural Pool - 21 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Queen Beatrix Intl. Airport (AUA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Dutch Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wine Port - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Freshii - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nathan's Hotdogs - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Mammaloes

B&B near Donkey Sanctuary in Santa Cruz
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Mammaloes. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Cruz bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2017
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Mammaloes offers 9 accommodations with minibars and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Cruz bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 18-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels, first-run movies, and Netflix. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Dutch, English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily 8 AM–11:00 AM: USD 10.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 18-inch Smart TV
  • Digital channels
  • First-run movies
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Local maps

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11:30 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 63.14 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

National rating

This property does not have a Aruba Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Mammaloes Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 30 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edith, Dobb Ferry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As someone who loves the island of Aruba I was looking for different places to stay to learn more about the island. When I came upon this property I was in complete shock! My favorite color is purple and to see that they had a purple gypsy wagon I knew this was the place for me! It made me forget that I was on the island of Aruba it takes you to a place of peace and tranquility. Planes do fly overhead since it is not far from the airport but after awhile it fades away. This is truly a great spot if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the resort area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Augusto Latorre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dayanis Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rosmer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Get ready to pay for AC. Yes, air conditioner. $50 btw. I was greeted with an email stating a payment of $25, in cash, was expected upon arrival as a "resort fee". It's not a resort. Along with a page full of rules - which basically, if you don't follow, you'll be charged a fee. For example, if you stain one of the two towels provided.. it's a $25 fee per towel. It didn't feel welcoming at all, everything was a fee. Not even complementary water.. Felt like I was being watched the entire time. Oh, and how could I forget the gigantic cockroach walking around the room... Been to Aruba four times- first time I experienced something like this.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Larrisa was phenomenal in every aspect, she stayed late for my check in, constantly communicating, arranged car rental, wonderful breakfast, amazing personality and smile. Definitely, was welcoming from the moment of landing to take off. Property ans staff were excellent and very professional. Highly, recommend a stay here. Such a great time, returning soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne, Grand Rapids

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely adored our stay at Mammaloes. We booked a week in Queenie and loved having a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown and popular tourist attractions. The property is beautiful - colorful, bright and unique. We especially enjoyed the cactus garden and pool that we often had completely to ourselves. The real star of the property is the manager. Kind, generous, and informative. On the first full day on the island she gave us a thorough rundown of the island that gave us a huge leg up on knowing where to go and how to spend our time. If you’re looking for a calm, unique stay in a bohemian paradise… look no further.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Hermitage

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our recent visit to Mammaloes in Aruba was fantastic & I want to share the good vibes with everyone! Right from the start the place looked great & was easy to find. The staff's hospitality shone through even before our arrival, as they provided us with clear directions & promptly addressed any questions we had, setting a positive tone for our entire experience. The overall vibe of the area exuded a reassuring sense of safety, allowing us to fully unwind & savor our time at this hidden gem. The unique choice of accommodation, a cozy gypsy wagon, added a whimsical touch to our stay, making it stand out from the typical high rise hotels. The various sitting areas scattered throughout the property were cozy, creating inviting spots to relax. The pool area became our go-to spot for unwinding after a day of exploring Aruba's beauty. While my overall experience was overwhelmingly positive, I would like to offer a constructive suggestion for improvement. Some of the decking around the pool seemed a bit worn, with a few loose boards. Updating this area would not only enhance safety but also contribute to the overall aesthetic appeal. Additionally, a few more cushions for the pool chairs would be a welcome addition, making the sitting areas even more comfortable and inviting. Overall, I'm very happy I chose Mammaloes to spend a week with, & I can't wait to go back! Thank you again for your kind hospitality & for all the hard work you do to maintain your beautiful location.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith, New York City

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 26 year old daughter and I cannot speak highly enough about our stay at Mammaloes! We wanted a mother/daughter time away from the crowds and we couldn't be happier than having chosen Mammaloes. First- it was indeed incredibly peaceful and quiet. We felt as if we were in our own little home in the hills. Larissa takes care of EVERY detail-- from car rentals to quiet beach recommendations-- to attending to our every need in terms of day to day care. The place is quiet and peaceful and completely safe. SO comfortable too. I had been worried about there not being hot water-- but it turns out the shower was one of my most favorite things-- tepid water, refreshing after the days' outings. Larissa's breakfast are repeatedly excellent and plentiful and she recommended Baby Beach in the south which turned out to be stunningly beautiful. We can't say enough about our stay here-- thank you Larissa! You made our stay so easy and memorable!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and eclectic place; the outdoor kitchen , Individual fridge, grill and all cooking utensils and the cute gypsy wagons- It was overall just a great place to stay and experience- The staff was great- Larisa, the manager was awesome and she makes a wonderful banana Dutch pancake! Yum ;) Kim and Tally from Texas
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Soribel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed and breakfast! Great deco - great staff !! Will be back! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful way to end our trip to Aruba.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jairo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it gave me a taste of true Aruban countryside. Swimming between cactus was the highlight. Did not like the many large gecko's roaming around at night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location: fruit trees, local flora, hummingbirds flying around, and utter quiet. Close to Arikok Park, Baby Beach, and other nature locations (with a car or ATV). Breakfast was affordable, large portions, and tasted good. Overall, would visit again. Advice for guests: keep windows closed to avoid bug bites. Cons: rusty metal decorations need to be replaced inside and outside the cabins. Owners and hospitality staff were Dutch, and they weren't very knowledgeable about the island; only Arubans were cleaning and landscaping staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Gigi, Atlanta

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is beautiful and clean, but is not a meditation and yoga retreat. I spoke with the owner many times, and explained that I want a yoga and meditation retreat, she had 1 day of retreat that was horrible and I was overcharged for it, the hiking was to a horrible place where I was bitten by mosquitoes, we talked all day, then we had a 10 minutes massage, the yoga was actually a stretch, with a dog and airplane noise. It was horrible! I can’t believe that she charged so much for a horrible service. My friend could not even finished the day, it was a waste of money and time. I felt taken advantage of.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Julia, Toronto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location to explore island. Close to donkey sanctuary Bed was bit uncomfortable - springy Sometimes loud air traffic over hesd
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

Zulaikha, Los angeles,ca.

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilet was leakjng. Could not flush toilet paper down because of the septic. Too far for restaurants shops, businesses and beaches.. The owner need to let people know or put on her description of property about how far everything is from apartment and you NEED TO HAVE A CAR. IT WAS ALL FALSE ADVERTISEMENT. THE WORSE VACATION I EVER HAD.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa, Romania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to stay in Aruba. Willeke helped me with everything and I felt like home. I really recommend her breakfast- delicious food :)! If I will come back in Aruba, for sure I will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mirella

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Een onwijs mooie en rustgevende B&B te midden in de Arubaanse natuur. De gastvrouwen zijn uiterst behulpzaam en aardig en schakelen vlot wanneer je hulp nodig hebt. Zowel de kamer als de keuken, tuin en zwembad zijn comfortabel en schoon.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Alltså... Först blev lite fundersamma, då Mammaloes ligger mitt på ön och inga intilliggande bussförbindelser. Taxi är ganska dyrt. Men: Willeke på Mammaloes gjorde allt för oss! Hon fixade med chaufförer. Allt från att hon skjutsade oss, att personal körde oss samt ordnade med en privat chaufför! Boendet i sig är helt ok! Smaskiga frukostar kan man köpa till! Människorna på ön är helt otroligt vänliga, generösa och hjälpsamma! Stränderna är underbara, särskilt om man väljer de som lokalbefolkningen föredrar. Vi hade ögonkontakt med sköldpaddor, pelikaner och diverse stora ödlor. Ovanliga fåglar finns det gott om. Det är en ”dyr” ö att semestra på, så man bör ha en rejäl reskassa, men absolut värt vart enda öre! Vi ska spara ihop till en ny resa dit!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buen sitio, si lo que quieres es tranquilidad.
Buen sitio para descansar, aunque un poco lejos del centro y la playa. Hace falta TV en las cabañas. Fijarse bien en la dirección, porque el mapa de la página te lleva a otro lado y te pierdes, como nos pasó a nosotros. Alquila un vehículo para movilizarte mejor. La atención del Hotel es espectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018