Casa Playa Residences
Boutique new development near Oranjestad's waterfront
Overview
Casa Playa Residences is a 62-unit boutique condominium by PANA Group (developer of Oceania, Blue Residences, Azure Beach, Harbour House) inside the iconic Royal Plaza Mall on L.G. Smith Boulevard. 1–3 BR units from 81–177 m² with panoramic ocean views, pool, gym, valet parking, and 24/7 security. Opening June 2026.
Iconic Royal Plaza Mall conversion by proven PANA Group — panoramic ocean views in the heart of Oranjestad.
Complete Fact Sheet
| Address | L.G. Smith Boulevard 94, Oranjestad, Aruba |
| Developer | PANA Group (Alberto Perret-Gentil) |
| Total Units | 62 condominiums |
| Unit Types | 1BR/1BA, 2BR/2BA, 3BR/3BA |
| Rentals | Yes — full rental freedom |
Location & Background
L.G. Smith Boulevard 94 is the beating heart of Oranjestad — the main harbour boulevard, the cruise terminal, Renaissance Mall (Louis Vuitton, Gucci), Wind Creek Crystal Casino, Fort Zoutman, the National Archaeological Museum, and the island's best dining corridor are all within walking distance.
Casa Playa Residences is the adaptive reuse of the iconic Royal Plaza Mall (built 1980) into 62 boutique condominiums on L.G. Smith Boulevard in downtown Oranjestad. The project spans an entire city block at the heart of the capital — arguably the most central address on the island.
Architecture & Construction
Casa Playa converts the Royal Plaza Mall's existing structure — a full city block of Dutch Caribbean architecture — into 62 condominiums across floors 2, 3, and 4. The developer's approach preserves the building's historic facade and character while completely reimagining the interior as residential space with enhanced natural lighting throughout.
Amenities include a fully equipped gym, pool and sundeck, high-speed internet, 24/7 security, covered garage with valet parking, European-style kitchens with high-tech household systems, and a library lounge. The scale — 62 units — is large enough to sustain proper communal infrastructure but small enough to maintain a boutique community character.
Unit Guide
Casa Playa Residences occupies floors 2–4 of the converted Royal Plaza Mall on L.G. Smith Boulevard, downtown Oranjestad. 62 condominiums in 1BR, 2BR, and 3BR configurations. Panoramic ocean views from upper units. All data confirmed from official developer floor plans (casaplayaruba.com).
Second Floor — 15 units
Unit 206 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 93.01 m² (1,001 sqft) · Terrace 7.04 m² Unit 210 · 1 bed / 1 bath · 86.61 m² (932 sqft) · Terrace 13.21 m² Unit 211 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 97.22 m² (1,046 sqft) · Terrace 13.21 m² Unit 212 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 97.92 m² (1,054 sqft) · Terrace 13.95 m² Unit 214 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 100.31 m² (1,080 sqft) · Terrace 13.87 m² Unit 215 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 110.44 m² (1,189 sqft) · Terrace 14.23 m² Unit 216 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 92.69 m² (998 sqft) Unit 217 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 81.41 m² (876 sqft) Unit 218 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 90.93 m² (979 sqft) Unit 219 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 97.52 m² (1,050 sqft) · Terrace 11.97 m² Unit 220 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 99.30 m² (1,069 sqft) · Terrace 13.87 m² Unit 221 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 99.37 m² (1,070 sqft) · Terrace 13.87 m² Unit 222 · 1 bed / 1 bath · 91.30 m² (983 sqft) · Terrace 13.82 m² Unit 223 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 164.66 m² (1,772 sqft) · Terrace 26.02 m² Unit 224 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 157.71 m² (1,698 sqft) · Terrace 22.93 m²
Third Floor — 7 units confirmed
Unit 315 · 3 bed / 3 bath · 109.91 m² (1,183 sqft) · Terrace 13.50 m² Unit 316 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 93.85 m² (1,010 sqft) Unit 317 · 1 bed / 1 bath · 81.27 m² (875 sqft) · Terrace 14.41 m² Unit 318 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 92.24 m² (993 sqft) · Terrace 14.41 m² Unit 319 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 104.88 m² (1,129 sqft) · Terrace 13.93 m² Unit 321 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 104.42 m² (1,124 sqft) · Terrace 14.27 m² Unit 323 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 104.45 m² (1,124 sqft) · Terrace 14.43 m²
Fourth Floor — 11 units
Unit 402 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 130.99 m² (1,410 sqft) · Terrace 8.32 m² Unit 404 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 135.85 m² (1,462 sqft) · Terrace 8.39 m² Unit 406 · 3 bed / 3 bath · 143.05 m² (1,540 sqft) · Terrace 17.47 m² Unit 408 · 3 bed / 3 bath · 177.21 m² (1,907 sqft) · Terrace 9.08 m² Unit 409 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 157.04 m² (1,690 sqft) · Terrace 9.21 m² Unit 410 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 110.97 m² (1,194 sqft) · Terrace 15.36 m² Unit 411 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 105.97 m² (1,141 sqft) · Terrace 15.36 m² Unit 412 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 115.14 m² (1,239 sqft) · Terrace 15.36 m² Unit 414 · 1 bed / 1 bath · 87.45 m² (941 sqft) · Terrace 15.36 m² Unit 415 · 1 bed / 1 bath · 136.21 m² (1,466 sqft) · Terrace 11.52 m² Unit 416 · 2 bed / 2 bath · 148.52 m² (1,599 sqft) · Terrace 20.26 m²
First Floor The developer has not published first-floor unit plans online (the building totals 62 units across floors 2–4; 33 individual plans are currently published). Request the remaining plans directly from the developer.
Amenities & Facilities
Aruba Property Buzz Investment Outlook
Our independent assessment of this condominium from an investment, lifestyle and long-term ownership perspective — the same framework we apply to every development we cover on Aruba.
Casa Playa Residences scores 7.7 / 10 in our assessment, led by its investment potential.
Within its segment of the Aruba condominium market, this development merits a place on the shortlist. Figures reflect our research framework and public market data; verify current pricing and terms before contracting.
Our Perspective
Unique city-lifestyle vacation home with panoramic ocean views. Walk to restaurants, casino, marina, and museums. The Royal Plaza conversion gives it architectural character that new-builds cannot replicate.
The Erasmus Group — Aruba Property Buzz
What We Love
- Location Proven developer — PANA Group delivered Oceania, Blue Residences, Azure Beach, Harbour House.
- Location Most central address in Aruba — L.G. Smith Boulevard, full city block.
- Views Panoramic ocean views from upper floors.
- Design Iconic Royal Plaza Mall adaptive reuse — architectural character no new-build can match.
- Rental Full rental freedom with dual market access (vacation + long-term).
- Amenities Resort amenities: pool, gym, valet parking, 24/7 security, library.
- Location Walkable to restaurants, shopping, casino, marina, museums.
