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Palm Grove

3.5 star property
Family-friendly beachfront resort with outdoor pool

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Studio, Beachfront | View from room
Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Bar (on property)
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • On private beach
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  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
Ara Tapu (Main Road), PO Box 23, Rarotonga
  • Popular LocationWigmore's Waterfall4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAroa Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuri Beach11 min drive
  • AirportRarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)15 min drive

Room options

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Studio, Beachfront | Living area | TV, MP3 dock

Studio, Beachfront

10/10 Exceptional
  • 484 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Bungalow, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area

  • 807 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

  • 732 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Studio, Garden Area

8.8/10 Excellent
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Bungalow, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

7.5/10 Good
  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

On the beach.Your stay at this Takitumu District resort places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Takitumu Conservation Area and Wigmore's Waterfall. Aroa Beach and Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wigmore's Waterfall - 4 min drive
  • Aroa Beach - 5 min drive
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 6 min drive
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 9 min drive
  • Muri Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palace Takeaway - 15 min drive
  • Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - 16 min drive
  • Kai & Co - 16 min drive
  • Shipwreck Hut - 6 min drive
  • The Mooring Fish Cafe - 10 min drive

About this property

Palm Grove

Family-friendly beachfront resort with outdoor pool
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Palm Grove with activities like snorkeling and kayaking.

A free manager's reception is offered daily. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a garden.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Rarotonga resort.

  • 1 floor
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 28 buildings
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Palm Grove offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star resort have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 5 per day)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 5 per day)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Snorkeling
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Yard

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: 50 percent of room rate
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 50 percent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - noon)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Palm Grove

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 80.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 5 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 5 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 20 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 10 (one-way), (from 1 to 11 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 80.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Palm Grove
Palm Grove Hotel Rarotonga
Palm Grove Rarotonga
Palm Grove Hotel
Palm Grove Resort Rarotonga
Palm Grove Resort
Palm Grove Resort
Palm Grove Rarotonga
Palm Grove Resort Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Palm Grove to the airport?

Palm Grove is 8.1 mi (15-min drive) away from the Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Palm Grove have an airport shuttle?

Palm Grove offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of NZD 20 per person, one-way.

How close is Palm Grove to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Palm Grove offer free breakfast?

Palm Grove does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Palm Grove?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Palm Grove?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A percentage-based fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Palm Grove?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does Palm Grove have a pool?

Palm Grove features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Palm Grove have a restaurant?

Palm Grove is home to Yellow Hibiscus, which features garden views and al fresco dining.

Does Palm Grove have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Palm Grove to downtown Rarotonga?

Palm Grove is 2.1 mi away from Rarotonga.

Palm Grove Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cant wait return
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, Prescott Valley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just returned from another stay at Palm Grove and we will be back again in the future! Can’t beat this place for the value and location! Spend the few extra bucks and upgrade to the beachfront studios, they are fantastic! Staff is always friendly and the free tropical breakfast is great! Thank you SO much for another wonderful stay at Palm Grove!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would not stay here again
Palm Grove is well located with a nice beach. Restaurant was clean and meals were good. However the "resort" is in need of maintenance and refurbishment. Stench of blocked drains in G7 bungalow, no hot water in kitchen of G10, doors that don't lock from the inside in G9. At almost $400 per night I expected some sympathy/empathy and help with my request for a firm mattress due to a back injury. No sympathy and no assistance at all. I spent 7 nights sleeping on cushions on the floor. Would not stay here again. Much better accommodation options nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Craig

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bring ear plugs!
I love this property. We've bene going to it since 1996. HOWEVER! There are roosters on the island and this property has one that sleeps near B8 on the edge of the property. Now, most roosters will start going off at sunrise as is their nature, but Raro roosters like to sound off at midnight and throughout the night. In 2016, we were in B8 and the rooster that was there went off every hour from 11 pm through 7 am. And the bungalows are not sound proof. Nearly ruined that vacation. This time, I thought I was being smart and asked in my reservation, which was done several months in advance, to specifically not be placed in the ocean bungalows near the rooster. The property's response was roosters don't sleep in the palm trees. That is correct, but there is a different type of tree near the road, right next to B8 and it DOES sleep in that tree. Well, guess what units we got? B7 and B8, right next to the rooster. AGAIN. This rooster wasn't as bad but it still went off at midnight and 4 am. I love this property but I don't think I will be going back there again, which is a great shame. Not sure if roosters are protected (which is what I was told in 2016 when I was at my wits end) but if so, someone could make a good living relocating roosters from resort areas into the center of the island. The location is great; near the 24/7 Wigmore's store, very few people on the beach, and lots of fish in the snorkeling area which is 200 yards of 4 ft deep water.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner of the property could be more hospitable. All staff is wonderful. The owner, she could take some lessons from them!! Even “Good Morning” would be a good start.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation, beach, dining options, breakfast, snorkelling gear. Kitty at the front desk is kind, friendly and a terrific help with all your needs.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet and perfect for relaxation. The beach area was spectacular with great swimming and snorkeling. To improve they need to remove the roosters which constantly crow and interupt the peaceful atmosphere
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay in Palm Grove and can't thank the team enough for going out of their way to make us feel welcomed and at home. I would stay here again and i would recommended Palm Grove to all friends and family. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very quiet and relaxing place to stay. Excellent beach and Convenience store very close.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023