Aruba's #1 Mediterranean Restaurant & Hookah Lounge

Aruba's Most
Beloved Table
Since 1989

Legendary Mediterranean cuisine, premium hookahs, and handcrafted cocktails — steps from Palm Beach's finest hotels. Over 35 years of unforgettable nights. Your table is waiting.

4.6★
293 Verified Reviews
AWG 20–40
Exceptional Value
11:30–22:30
Open Tue – Sun
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Our Story

Three Decades of
Pure Hospitality

Since 1989, Sultan Restaurant & Hookah Lounge has been Aruba's most treasured dining destination. Nestled in the heart of Palm Beach — steps from the island's finest hotels — we've spent over three decades mastering recipes rooted in the richest Arabic and Lebanese culinary traditions.

Every dish that leaves our kitchen is a testament to craft: slow-roasted meats, hand-blended spice mixes, and mezze spreads that transport you straight to the Mediterranean. From the first bite of our muhamarra to the last spoonful of baklava, you taste the difference that decades of dedication make.

Whether you're discovering Aruba for the first time or returning to your favorite island table, Sultan's candlelit ambiance, warm service, and vibrant hookah lounge deliver an experience that guests travel back for — year after year.

35+
Years of Excellence
4.6★
Guest Rating
Daily
11:30am – 10:30pm
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Sultan Restaurant nighttime exterior view
Sultan hookah lounge interior
Woman dining with food and cocktails at Sultan Restaurant
Dimly lit hookah lounge interior with glowing coals, smoke drifting through dark amber light, deep shadows, moody atmospheric setting
Hookah & Nightlife

Where Aruba
Comes Alive

As the sun dips below the Caribbean horizon, Sultan transforms into Palm Beach's most magnetic evening destination. Settle into our candlelit outdoor patio, sip a handcrafted cocktail, and surrender to the night with your choice of premium hookah — served tableside with attentive coal service.

Live music, mesmerizing belly dance performances, and a full bar keep the energy electric all night long. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two, a celebration with friends, or simply the best late-night escape on the island — Sultan is where the evening becomes a memory.

🌙Open Until 10:30pm Nightly
🍹Full Bar & Craft Cocktails
💃Live Music & Belly Dance
Happy Hour Every Evening

Premium Hookah Flavors

Curated Selection
Double Apple
Mint Lemon
Blueberry Ice
Grape Mint
Watermelon
Rose Gum
Peach Mango
Cinnamon

Every hookah is prepared and served tableside with expert coal management — indoors or on our open-air patio.

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Handcrafted Cocktails
From fresh tropical smoothies to classic cocktails and virgin piña coladas — the perfect companion to your hookah session.
Why Sultan

Five Reasons Guests
Keep Coming Back

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Starlit Patio Dining

Dine beneath Aruba's open sky on our candlelit patio — the most romantic setting on Palm Beach for couples, sunset dinners, and unforgettable evenings.

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Made for Celebrations

Grand tables, legendary family platters, and a team that goes above and beyond — Sultan is the go-to venue for birthdays, anniversaries, and group gatherings.

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Prime Palm Beach Location

Right on the main strip — steps from every major hotel. No taxi, no hassle. Just walk in and let us take care of the rest. Palm Beach 21 A, Noord, Aruba.

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Extraordinary Value, Every Time

From our legendary family platters to individual shawarmas, Sultan has always believed in feeding you well — and feeding you right. Generous portions, the freshest ingredients, and prices between AWG 20–40 per person. That's the Sultan promise, and we've kept it for over 35 years.

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The Island's Best Night Out

Open until 11pm every night. Craft cocktails, premium hookah, live entertainment, and vegan-friendly options — Sultan is the rare Palm Beach spot where world-class food and vibrant nightlife share the same table.

"The family platter was extraordinary — enough for six people and every single bite was authentic. We've been to many Mediterranean restaurants, but Sultan is on another level."

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Maria V.
Netherlands

"The best restaurant in Palm Beach, without question. The lentil soup and shawarma are unmissable. We came back three nights in a row and would have returned a fourth."

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James T.
United States

"The hookah, the cocktails, the candlelit patio, the live music — Sultan turned a regular Tuesday into the highlight of our entire trip to Aruba."

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Priya S.
Canada
Find Us

Walk Right In
From Your Hotel

Sultan sits at the heart of Palm Beach's restaurant strip — a short stroll from every major hotel on the island. No reservations required to find us, but we recommend booking ahead. The best tables go fast.

Opening Hours

Sunday11:30 – 22:30
MondayClosed
Tuesday11:30 – 22:30
Wednesday11:30 – 22:30
Thursday11:30 – 22:30
Friday11:30 – 22:30
Saturday11:30 – 22:30

💡 Reservations strongly recommended during peak season (Dec – Apr). Don't miss your table.