Other amenities included tennis courts, a bowling alley, a barbershop and a beauty salon. The hotel had its own dock and boats so that guests could explore the Condado Lagoon. Upon opening its doors, the Vanderbilt quickly became the destination of choice for generations of heads of state, captains of industry and Hollywood royalty - creating a rarified atmosphere of sophistication, elegance and grace.
Vanderbilt selected Warren & Wetmore - one of the foremost architectural firms of the time, having designed Grand Central Station and the Biltmore Hotel - to draw up blueprints for what he would go on to name 'The Condado Vanderbilt Hotel.' All hotels, All Almond, All Alsol Hotels and Resorts, All Amhsa. Frederick William Vanderbilt, scion of one of the wealthiest families in America - and among the most influential men in the country - had previously acquired oceanfront land on the site, and set out to build the finest destination in the Caribbean. The shops at Renaissance Mall at Renaissance Resort are open 10 amtill 8 pm. A great view of what goes on right outside the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino. Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino. Get inspired to visit and get great tips for when youre on-island. Condado Vanderbilt's history can be traced back to its grand opening on October 16th, 1919. Radisson Blu Aruba or Eagle Aruba Resort & Casino 03 September 2023 Bucuti. Get a live view from Aruba, our beaches, resorts and events.