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Gusto Night Club Aruba

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😠 They are racist and discriminate against black people. We went there while on vacation. The first night was fine and the waitress was great. But the second night they refused to let us in and accused one of my friends of being the girl (an African American lady) they threw out of the club the previo... People often mention music, night, Aruba, good, time, great, club, people, dance, drinks,


Address

The Village Mall, J.E. Irausquin Blvd 348A, Noord, Aruba

Website

gustoaruba.club

Contact

+297 592 5579

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.90 (190 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 6 PM to 1 AM
  • Wednesday: 6 PM to 1 AM
  • Thursday: 6 PM to 1 AM
  • Friday: 6 PM to 3 AM
  • Saturday: 6 PM to 3 AM
  • Sunday: 6 PM to 1 AM
  • Monday: 6 PM to 1 AM

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  • 1/5 Oduwa O. 1 year ago on Google
    They are racist and discriminate against black people. We went there while on vacation. The first night was fine and the waitress was great. But the second night they refused to let us in and accused one of my friends of being the girl (an African American lady) they threw out of the club the previous night. We tried to explain that she was not anyone of us but instead he insisted that it was her. Luckily we found a better nightclub (Southbeach) around the corner that gave us the warmest welcome ever! I guess at Gustos they assume all black people look alike…if you’re a person of color don’t bother with this place! Beware.
    22 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Esosa A. 1 year ago on Google
    I came here with a group of friends and was racially profiled by the security guards. The night prior we were there and witnessed them aggressively remove a black woman out by putting her in a chokehold and dragging her out by the hair. We left shortly after. The next day we returned and was denied access into the club because security believed I was that woman. After explaining that was not me, they refused to believe me and did not try to rectify the situation at all. Wish I could give 0 stars. Would not recommend. Plus the music was not great. If you are looking for hip-hop/r&b/dancehall/afrobeats go to South Beach Aruba! Don’t waste your time or money here.
    20 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jess 5 years ago on Google
    We came here to have a good time and enjoy my time with my girlfriends, we got a VIP table hoping I could enjoy our time with my girlfriends and some random entitled guy tried to buy us a bottle. When we said no, he became extremely aggressive. We felt unsafe, tried to leave and pay to leave the chaos, the staff continued to say “he’s a paying customer and he can do whatever he wants.” We had purchased enough bottles and we were paying customers as well, however we felt extremely unsafe as a women. If you would like to spend over $500 and feel unsafe don’t come here. He started swinging towards us, again we were all women and the staff proceeded to defend him. This was our first time in Aruba and we will never return. The fact that there’s no protection for women that would like to enjoy themselves independently without being accosted and insulted is disgusting. Please be aware and don’t come here unless you’re planning on being degraded.
    18 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sudhesh N. 7 months ago on Google • 444 reviews
    Good music but was not very busy when we're went on a Monday night. Cocktails were very good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Cara C. 4 years ago on Google
    I won't be coming back if we visit Aruba again - MUCH too small of a layout for dancing. It is a L-shaped bar and hard to dance in. Also nobody was really dancing, they were just stuck on the walls like flies. I don't get it! Maybe it's because I am American, but it all just seemed strange to me. I waited many hours to see if it would improve, but it didn't. At least they moved the barstools to give ppl more room to dance. (I prefered Moomba Beach Bar on Betico Day - lots of dancing and lots of room!) The music was interesting to me - a lot of popular songs but every single one had an "Aruban beat" to it. They had half off drinks until 11, which was nice. Prices are double that of the US.. drink was $5, normally $10. But it was strong, so that was nice. Drinks are served in tall highball glasses - don't see that too often in the US! Also be aware if you visit Aruba, their beers are much smaller than ours ;-)
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Marc M. 6 years ago on Google
    This place is HORRIBLE. Music is terrible and the crowd is rude. A girl took my drink and all I did was ask her about it and she grabbed the bouncers who broke my ribs and threw me out. TERRIBLE PLACE SO MANY BETTER CLUBS IN Aruba where the bouncers don't man handle you for absolutely no reason. I'm 5 foot 9 and not big, there was absolutely no reason to be treated that way. Lol,
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Amanda L. 7 months ago on Google • 271 reviews
    Went here a few nights in Aruba, it’s a pretty small club, hip crowd, good music. Gets a bit cramped and wild on the weekends. Pretty fun overall.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 juan g. 1 year ago on Google
    Horrible service, they’ll take your money for their services which are over priced and then try to kick you out once they charge you. I recommend going to the lobby across from them, much better costumer service. Don’t fall for the smiles, it’s a bad organization.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Ekaterina S. 2 years ago on Google
    It's more like a bar, not the night club because you barely can find the space for dancing. Mostly hip-hop music and the DJ changes the track every 20-30 seconds, so weird. The prices in the bar are affordable, the entrance is 5 US dollars each.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Marjorie S. 1 year ago on Google
    The security is extremely rude and racist. He only lets get in people he knows. He broke my finger trying to get my phone after I tried to take a picture of him to report his racist. Worse experience from Aruba
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Sofija Y. 10 months ago on Google • 52 reviews
    We went here looking to dance but the song switched so fast and so randomly that it was undanceable. They literally played a remix of Smells Like Teen Spirit for 20 seconds, followed by Lady Gaga for 20 seconds, and then it switched again. There were some (likely buzzed) people having a good time, but nobody was dancing, just a few people bobbing up and down in the corner. Very disappointing.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Horatiu F. 2 years ago on Google
    I hope they are lucky because of Covid. I am from Europe and I am used to parties. But this does't look like one. I usually leave 5 stars review but for this club i can't. I've waited on a que and got in after 1h. The owner friends and employees have priority. He should keep the bar open for his friends. Don't go there, it doesn't worth, at least until covid is finished.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Richard C. 10 months ago on Google
    I was here in June. Great atmosphere. Girls are allowed to dance on top of the bar. Bartenders are excellent!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacob L. 1 year ago on Google
    Vibes for days… the spot to be every night on Aruba no question (unless closed go to windmill, or Sundays go to moombas)
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ardi 1 year ago on Google
    Highly recommend this place! Bartenders & Manager were very welcoming. They know how to hold a conversation very well. Also, they are not stingy when it comes to pouring the drinks. Music was ok but their overall services topped out everything.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 rob c. 5 years ago on Google
    Great music, very efficient and friendly bartenders, very friendly staff, very fair drink prices. If you cant tell we absolutely loved this place. I 100% recommend it. I wish we had a club like this in NJ USA.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Joseph H. 4 years ago on Google
    Poorly trained staff in the event of an emergency. Visited on Saturday (6/1) and a friend had a broken glass cut the top of her foot. Staff/Security didn't even have a first aid kit on site. Last time I checked, a water basin, pitcher of water and bandaids weren't a first aid kit. Not to mention the so called "doctor" who was a patron decided to help out only after mocking my friend who was clearly in pain and bleeding. Had to get a first aid kit from Craft + Lola next door. Worst experience by far on the island.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chicken P. 6 years ago on Google
    Very busy every night. But service is super fast and fun. Music is always popping!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Dustin W. 1 month ago on Google • 110 reviews New
    The music is completely unbearable. Had to leave after 20 minutes. I'm a huge EDM fan, but it feels like the DJ couldn't decide what to play, so they just switched the song every 30 seconds. REALLY hard to enjoy an atmosphere when the music is that bad. Cocktails are decent though.

  • 5/5 Simon 1 year ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Had the best time here at this watering hole with great music and STIFF HEAVY POURED drinks! Peter, the manager was amazing and made everything fun. Emma, the most beautiful bartender I had seen on the island was fun and entertaining. The rest of the staff including the big, intimidating security staff, intimidating inlooks only, were so friendly and like to mess with you...all in fun! The music was good to dance to and after about 21:30 it starts to get packed. I highly recommend Gusto for night time fun! They even gave directions to an after hours spot!! THANK YOU PETER AND STAFF!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Nnaemeka E. 1 year ago on Google
    I have to say I was considering coming here when I visit Aruba for the first time in a couple of months but after seeing the complaints of racism, disrespectful and unprofessional security and manager I have changed my mind. I was going to give the benefit of the doubt but scrolling through the reviews and seeing how rude the manager has been to anyone who gave a low review due to a bad experience I can see that they probably are not lying. Instead of taking the criticism and improving your business you are just being rude to your guests even in this review section which tells me all I need to know. A good manager would try to improve. South beach reviews look way better so I plan on going there plus the manager actually knows how to take criticism and improve. Word of advice, whether you agree or disagree do not be rude to people leaving a review about their experience because that just back fires and drives people like me away who read reviews first.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Fabi a. 6 years ago on Google
    The DJ was truly bad, I mean any kid with a smartphone would do better.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Style A. 6 years ago on Google
    This place is awesome been going there since 2012 and always get the best treatment from the bouncers such as erico’ and peter who is the manager of the bar’ the place is nice but what really makes it 5 stars is the friendly staff’ oh and they have a happy hour from 9 to 11 everyday!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura G. 2 years ago on Google
    Our best night out was at Gusto! Sasha is the best! She kept the drinks flowing and chatted with us. We stumbled upon Gusto while walking around our first night in Aruba. We were there early before the crowd started. We also ordered food from Lobby and the food was just as great. The manger (can't remember his name) but he was super friendly and gave us some great tips of things to see and do in Aruba. Definitely recommend Gusto for a good night out!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nita N. 2 years ago on Google
    Terrible. They shouldn't allow people inside when you can't even move. I don't know if Aruba has a capacity limit like almost everywhere in the United States does but it was impossible to even get a drink & if you had one, it would for sure get knocked out of your hand.There was no way to dance, people were pushing each other & I definitely got my feet stepped on. When we go back to Aruba in a few months we won't be going here
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Naarah H. 4 years ago on Google
    Very fun place to dance. Bartenders are very fun and all the staff enjoy their jobs. They have a great happy hour and if you are there early they let you request songs!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Joe St. M. 5 years ago on Google
    Good house music 👍
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ignacio Rojas G. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent atmosphere, prices (until 23 hrs there are discounted prices) and the best music, the dj is very good, there is music for all tastes 🙌🏻👍🏼 (Original) Excelente ambiente , precios (hasta las 23 hrs hay precios rebajados) y lo mejor la música, el dj es muy bueno , hay música para todos los gustos 🙌🏻👍🏼
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Gladys M. 1 year ago on Google
    so crowded, could barely move. music wasn't great either, they would play a few seconds of a song and would change it. easy to get in though and entry is only $5.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mike M. 5 years ago on Google
    A little too pricey. Some of the girls there looked a little despondent.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jack S. 11 months ago on Google • 75 reviews
    Gusto is the place to be for an unforgettable night out in Aruba! With its electrifying music and lively crowd, this nightclub creates the perfect ambiance for dancing the night away. The DJ knows how to keep the energy high, spinning a fantastic mix of hits that get everyone moving. The crowd is diverse and friendly, adding to the overall positive vibe. Whether you're a local or a visitor, Gusto is a must-visit for a memorable night of fun and dancing. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Jesus G. 4 months ago on Google • 59 reviews
    Excellent album, have a good time

  • 4/5 Ray M. 1 year ago on Google
    Had fun at Gusto, the music wasn’t what we prefer but overall a good time. Michelle our waitress was awesome as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Dylan 2 years ago on Google
    Not go there, bouncers will chocke you and break your ankle while you are fainted on the ground. There is a ongoing Case to the bouncers and the club. Corrupt people working there. Go to Moomba instead
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Linda T. 4 years ago on Google
    Prob the best club on the island
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erik S. 7 years ago on Google
    Great music, good drinks and priced right. Unless you get a bud light, little small. The bartender was amazing, she could remember what everyone was drinking, even though the place was packed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 The Seaglass Mermaid (. 1 year ago on Google
    A fun place for young people to be late night. The bartenders were all super friendly and were happy to serve you. Drinks were strong and not overpriced.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Roger S. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice ambiance and music... Good combination of local and tourists.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jenlymar P. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a very nice place (Original) Es un sitio muy agradable
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kenrick F. 4 years ago on Google
    My favorite place for night outs!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jeffrey L. 6 years ago on Google
    Oh man, did this place rock or what. On my Wheel of Fortune trip we spent our first (of many many) nights at this place. The vibe was great and the music was on point. Met a couple of people there that I am still friends with today.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Juan camilo Aldana S. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good music ... you pass rich (Original) Buena música... se pasa rico
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Duncan H. 5 years ago on Google
    Great place, staff friendly & sociable which adds to the atmosphere! 🥂🍾
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Padonda C. 4 years ago on Google
    Racist establishment.... or shall I say the manager is. If you are non- white, take your business elsewhere
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Life with Courtney L. 4 years ago on Google
    We went here on a Tuesday night and had so much fun! The bartender, Sam, was awesome and funny. He made great recommendations for things for us to do around the island. The music was great and crowd was fun.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Raoul O. 5 years ago on Google
    Great party spot
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thalia H. 4 months ago on Google • 24 reviews
    Wow we stopped in here at night, SO fun. Bartenders were amazing, friendly, easy to chat with. We can’t wait to return

  • 5/5 Christina W. 4 months ago on Google • 16 reviews
    Great nightclub for Aruba

  • 3/5 J D. 2 months ago on Google • 13 reviews New
    Gustos,' is indeed very small. Bartenders are awesome. Drinks fantastic. Music; Techno remixed BPM ,mostly Latino hip hop blended songs. The DJ starts a familiar good dance song, then 10 seconds in, it changes into something you can't dance to. Tempo and beat and rhythm changes every 20 seconds. Chaotic and not fun nor fluid. I wish they played more diverse music, and I wish the DJ knew what beat people can actually dance to, and i wish he would actually play a full song. I'm not Aruban, nor am I Latino, so this club isn't right for me.

  • 5/5 Jolie L. 1 month ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    If you’re looking for great music and excellent service, Gusto is the place to go. We were a group of 40 and had the upstairs VIP area to ourselves. It was spacious enough to accommodate all of us and there was also a private bar. We ordered late night snacks and everything was delicious…highly recommend the Dutch meatballs. Renzo, Sasha and Jayden were beyond amazing. They made us feel so welcomed and kept the drinks flowing all night. Did I already say the music was amazing? It’s a nice mix of all the current hits. Bonus, the place is air conditioned! Highly recommend Gusto.

  • 4/5 Spitfire is My C. 1 year ago on Google
    Gusto is a fun place to go if you want to dance and have fun with friends. The service could be better and the DJ can change up their playlist once in a while. They keep playing the same sounds over and over again.

  • 1/5 Jaz 1 year ago on Google
    The dj is trash! Wack music , no variety.

  • 5/5 Nicolai C. 1 year ago on Google
    Bar staff here is hilarious and they love to party. Plus the drinks are stiff. Good time.

  • 5/5 Frank E. 7 months ago on Google
    Best club in Aruba. Great variety and great service from Aimee and Peter who make every customer feel welcome and like family .

  • 5/5 Danielle M. 8 months ago on Google
    Joey serves the BEST drinks! Absolutely gotta check out the atmosphere and bar!

  • 5/5 Miquel H. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Is wow (Original) Is wauw

  • 4/5 KIMSwilibaby J. 5 years ago on Google
    Everything is lit but the drinks are expensive

  • 4/5 Milou B. 7 years ago on Google
    The perfect combination between a bar and a nightclub. During happy hour you can order a mix drink for $3.75 (2 for 1) which is quite cheap. Great music, but repeats itself during the night.

  • 2/5 Journie T. 7 years ago on Google
    Kind of trashy in my opinion. Better options across the island. We ended up making our way towards Craft which had a Dj but a much more chill vibe

  • 4/5 Freddie B I. 7 years ago on Google
    Very touristy spot. I got some great drinks while here but generally they won't make em strong. Not really a dance floor

  • 4/5 Christian G. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice little night club in Aruba. They serve small bottled beers, I asked for a larger size they were happy to oblige.

  • 5/5 Anthony P. 4 years ago on Google
    Had an amazing time Thursday, Friday and especially Saturday for the Island Takeover Block Party!

  • 1/5 Angilex Santiago R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Bad atmosphere 👎👎👎 (Original) Mal ambiente 👎👎👎

  • 4/5 Timothy D. 5 years ago on Google
    Fun place ... BUSY ... make sure get 2 drinks at a time. Wasn't VIP so couldn't go upstairs.

  • 4/5 JAVIER T. 5 years ago on Google
    Awesome

  • 4/5 Keith A. 5 years ago on Google
    Happening place with a good vibe. Would go back.

  • 3/5 Delphine R. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small but good atmosphere (Original) Klein maar goede sfeer

  • 5/5 Jasmine R. 1 year ago on Google
    Best night everrrr , i might of gone a little crazy but it was fun! definitely right about the hott bartenders !

  • 4/5 Yuri Tatiana Idrobo S. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The cocktails are great (Original) Los cócteles son geniales

  • 5/5 Randhier D. 5 years ago on Google
    Super

  • 4/5 Luis C. 6 years ago on Google
    Small but quite good.

  • 5/5 Eboni J. 6 years ago on Google
    The most fun club in Aruba have to visit if you go...

  • 5/5 Jon R. 6 years ago on Google
    Yeah....

  • 4/5 Sarah L. 6 years ago on Google
    The spot to be on most nights in Aruba. Typical bar/club atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Milly V. 6 years ago on Google
    Best place to get drinks, dance and hang out with friends. Happy hour is 9 pm to 11pm and the music is always good. The service is amazing and the security guards are the best! I feel like a celebrity whenever I am there!

  • 4/5 Atwell A. 6 years ago on Google
    🎉 party time the place to be.

  • 4/5 Alessandro A. 6 years ago on Google
    Good energy, good music

  • 5/5 Erick M. 6 years ago on Google
    Best night club, best drink, best vip section..house music/ edm allnight long.

  • 5/5 Leonel Duran (. 2 years ago on Google
    Don't listen to those 1 star reviews. This place is LIT. Shoutout to the bartenders, they're hilarious and a good vibe.

  • 5/5 Patrick B. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Gusto Nightclub is an amazing club. The bartenders are energetic, fun, and may even take the time to get to know you depending on how early in the night/busy it is. I came back there three nights in a row with my girlfriend because the atmosphere was so great. The music is high energy and loud so if that’s what you’re into, then this is your spot. Definitely recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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