This was our first time to Aruba and we switched our time share and stayed at the Divi Village Golf and Beach Resort. We had nothing to compare this too when we booked it so we did not know what to expect.
Our room was a studio which was fine for just my wife and I. The room was very clean and well kept when we arrived. The maid service came in everyday to pick up and provide fresh towels. The location was really great, close to to Oranjestad and a very quick drive to the high rise area of hotels to the north. This resort is not located right on the beach but it is a very short walk to the beach. We had no problem getting a spot on the beach with beach chairs.
Mulligans restaurant was very good, we ate there twice. We did not eat at Windows on Aruba but we heard from others that it was very good.
This is located in an area with a number of other Divi resorts and the shuttle service between them all is nice if you get tired of walking. The shuttle took you to the casino and was available until late into the evening. There were sidewalks on the beach side in front of all of the resorts so we walked everywhere. There were a number of other restaurants and bars at these resorts so there were always people around. We always felt very safe and everyone was very friendly.

This was our 5th trip to Aruba, 3rd stay at the Divi. We brought along our children, ages 25 and 21(there first trip to Aruba) Upon arrival at Aruba we rented our car from Royal. They greeted us at the airport and took us to there lot. We had reserved a jeep and a week before we changed our reservation to a mid size car. When we got there they still had us listed for the Jeep but because they didn't have a mid-size available, they gave us the Jeep for same price of a car. This is the 3rd time we have used Royal and we have never had any problems with them and are one of the most reasonable. We then went to the Divi golf to check in and it was fast and enjoyed the Rum Punch that they offered. We were taken to our room which was a 1 bedroom, 2 bath unit with 2 balconies and a private roof top jacuzzi and grill area.The rooms were spacious and clean with a full kitchen. We are owners and we bought our timeshare 3 years ago and a person always wonders if they make the right decision buy buying but after we arrived at the Divi and seeing what a beautiful resort and spacious room they have to offer confirmed we have made the right decision. Its nice coming back and having people remember you. Its make you feel like your at home. We have stayed at other places for triple the price of our maintenance fee and ended up with just a standard hotel room. Were convinced that the Divi Golf has the nicest infinity pool and the best beach. We stayed in the High Rise area the first 2 times and we like the Low Rise area so much better. The Low rise has more of a island vibe. The High rise is much more busy and crowded. We were worried our kids would think it was to quiet and boring but they both made the comment that they enjoyed the Divi Golf area so much better. If you stay at the golf resort you can use the other Divi resorts. We went to the Tamerajn, they have entertainment in the evenings and don't miss Singing Jimmy's Happy Hour Thursdays. They offer golf cart shuttle to the other resorts and the Ambria Casino and new shopping area which is fantastic. We went to Dunkin Donuts and they is WIFI available at Juan Valdez Coffee right next door. (you can access it in the Dunkin Donut outdoor table area) Also there is a convenience store that comes in handy. Next FOOD, We ate at Pizza Bobs the first night there, We road the Shuttle there, had some mugs of Balashi Beer and BBQ Chicken Pizza. Next, Amadeus, This is a must repeat. My husband and son ordered A Shrimp Pasta dish and when it came the portion was so big they thought for sure there would be left overs but it was so good there was nothing left to take home. Make sure you try the Symphony there homemade Liquor.Delicious, We bought a bottle to take back to our resort with us for the week. We also use The Kitchen, excellent take out for a good price. Located by the the Grocery Store area. We went snorkeling at Baby Beach and on our way back we stopped at ZeeRovers and picked up the fresh catch of the day Tuna and Shrimp. We cooked it on our roof top grill. Turned our very good but not as good as Zee Rovers makes it. They use a light breading and deep fry it. Smokey Joe's, excellent as always except the server was not going to seat us because when they called our name my husband was in the bathroom but after a few words she saw it my way, lol. We took the kids to Passions for there last night on the island. We arrived at happy hour so they offered to bring our second drink to our table after we were seated. Excellent dinner especially the Key Lime Pie. Our 2 favorite happy hours were above the Tamerajn, Jimmy the Bartender and The Machebo offer a large 2 for 1 drink menu. We took the kids on the Jolly Pirates afternoon cruise. Had a blast, they serve you drinks and the crew on the ship make it fun for everyone. Lots of laughs and entertaining. Then you swing off the rope into the ocean as well as 2 stops to snorkel at. One of the stops you see a sunken ship. We also enjoyed snorkeling at Baby Beach. We take along bread and frozen peas and watch the fish eat out of your hand. Over all Aruba just gets better and better. Our kids had a awesome vacation, in there words best ever. But now its time to send them home and we are staying for another week, at the Divi Phoenix. Look for our review of the Phoenix.

Very pleasant and relaxing..

Stayed from Feb 27 through Mar 4th.

I originally booked to stay the Divi Dutch for 5 nights, but upon checking in, I was upgraded to the Village Golf and Beach Resort - due to overbooking at the Dutch Village. No problems there - I was happy, and it was in a good location too (room 5101). I had two patios and a small pool 20 ft away (though it could use some upkeep from the tree debris). It is a windy island, so don't wear a wig or toupe. LOL. Anyways, below is my review of the property based on my experience.

Upon arrival, I got my rental car at the airport, and headed to the resort.


General Location:
This particular Divi Village property is the only resort not on the ocean side of the main road - primarily targeted for golfers and residents. Note: Dutch Village, Tamarijn, Divi Aruba back to the ocean/beaches.


Overall:
Upon getting to the main reception building for check in, which btw was open air area, I was pleased with how clean and nicely everything was layed out. Plenty of staff was around to help me, even at 6pm. Within 10 min, I was on my way to my room (a shuttle will take you). Oh you will receive several things...

1) A welcome packet with plenty of flyers,
2) Two card keys for your room,
3) Guest card (to charge to room) - its made of paper. You must present this to charge anything to your room! Even the pool bar. I personally think this should be integrated with the plastic room cardkeys. Paper is not water friendly.
4) Towel card - you need to give this to the beach/pool towel attendent at one of the two biggest pools (Sea Breeze Pool or the Infinity pool), then you can exchange used towels as many times as you want at either pool. But before you check out (as in leave the resort), be sure to get your card back at the same pool you orginally picked up your towel from. Else you will be charged when you check out. Don't worry, you don't need to get your card back every day. But note the towel exchange stands are not open all the time (I think 9-6), so plan accordingly on your last day to get your card.


Shuttle services:
I read other comments on slow or non existent golf cart style shuttles to take you around. I disagree, they are everywhere! They frequent many Shuttle stops around all the near proximity properties, or you can just waive one down. Simple. Again they were all over the place.


Parking: (for your car) -
If you rented one, parking is plentiful. No worries.


Room:
When I got to my room, I was surprised how big and clean it was. I think it was a condo of some sorts. Everything you need was in there. No need to buy anything, other than food you want to eat or cook.
- Kitchen was full kitchen and stocked with everything you need. Full fridge, microwave, diswasher, sink, knives/utencils, Dishware, cookware, coffee maker, toaster.
- The floors were tile (+)
- Bed did not have the ugly hotel 70's bed cover (+)
- Bed is very comfortable (+)
- Sheets, towels and trash replaced daily (+)
- Bathroom had many towels (+)
- Hair dryer, iron board/Iron, extra pillows, plenty of hangers (+)
- Water pressure excellent (+)
- Bathtub has jets (+)
- Shower/tub had some sold and mildew on the tile groutings (N) - housekeeping should spray some lysol mold and milder remover.
- Washer and Dryer was excellent - you need to buy detergent from store. I think the resort shopette (in reception building) sells some. (+)
- In room Safe (+)
- Sliding doors/security - I agree with a previous poster. The locking mechanism does not work (both mine) and seems to be a broad issue. But each sliding door has a wood stick to insert into track so the door won't slide. Simple but effective. Just don't forget to put it in. (N)
- Curtains on sliding doors have sheer and blackout. (+)
- Cable TV (~30 channels), 27" flatscreen TV and DVD player (+)


Restaurants:
The resort has two main restaurants, Windows of Aruba (smart casual/dress, rsvp req.) and Mulligans (no dress code, and no rsvp). I went to Mulligans 4 times in super casual/beach attire, and the food/drinks were amazing. Open from 6:30-1a. As this is walkin, it can get crowded at prime dinner time. Fun Karaoke Thursday nights. Simply great views of the greens - facing west, great food, and atmosphere.


Pools:
As mentioned there are two main pools. The one up front (Seabreeze Pool) is nice and has a bar/dining are adjacent to it. Demographics are usually older folks. The other is the Infinity pool (on the Villa's island), which is the largest and has a swim up bar. Here you will see a mix age group. One end is for kids (slides, etc). This pool is awesome (don't forget your guest card if you want to charge drinks to your room) - bartenders will hold it for you. Or use cash/credit card. There are couple other smaller pools around, but they are so so (just like the one by my room).

Beach:
The Divi Beach (Druif Beach), is across the street. Its big, plenty of lounge chairs, and has an activity shack. Whatever you want to do, you can do it there. I spend 3 hours my last day, and got cooked even with SPF 30. LOL. Sunsets are amazing! but is does get windy, however the sandy beach, warm waters make up for that occassional sand blasting.

Enjoy!

Was put in room 4120 Condo overlooking the golf course, with 2 sets of sliding doors--NO security cameras or outside lighting! Doors were not installed correctly and the room was broken into within 5 hours of arrival! Our luggage was gone through -thrown around , the safe was crowbarred open and all our money was stolen , passports thrown on the floor along with our cell phones. My husbands Diabetic Test Kit was stolen also.
It took over 20 minutes for anyone in the resort to answer the phone and get us help!
The front desk phone number was worthless because no one ever answered. Finally their security came and took pictures and called the police. When the police arrived they said there was no fingerprints to be taken! They also did not take our statement that night. We are now wondering if they were even real police because the next morning 3 detectives came in and took our statement and looked very puzzled when we discribed the policeman that were there the night before.They actually asked us "Are you sure they were real Police?"
The resort wanted us to stay in the room and told us they had no other rooms to move us to. We absolutely told them they better move us because the sliding door was unable to be closed and was not secure!! They then moved us to a 3rd floor condo with no elevators!! That room had a balcony with a sliding door that was not installed correctly also and was easily able to be broken into!!
The Resort only said SORRY! They didn't offer us any help , didn't even offer us a free meal or drink!
What ever you do --DO NOT stay at this resort!! It is truely unsafe and they do not care about there guests!