Conveniently located on Las Vegas Boulevard just four blocks north of Stratosphere. The friendly staff and location make it the best bet in Las Vegas. With an incredible history, convenient location and plush accommodations at reasonable prices, The Aruba Hotel & Spa offers a unique experience to Las Vegas visitors. Aruba Hotel and Thunderbird Lounge has an illustrious history dating back to 1948 when it opened as the fourth major resort on the Las Vegas Strip. With it's world famous neon Thunderbird sign, the hotel quickly became the center of fun, glamour and excitement for both tourists and local residents.