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Palm Grove

3.5 star property
Family-friendly resort on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Studio, Beachfront | View from room
Studio, Beachfront
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In the heart of Takitumu District, Palm Grove offers a tranquil retreat with a private beach and breathtaking ocean views. Soak up the sun by the outdoor pool, kayak or snorkel in crystal-clear waters, then relax at the manager's reception. With WiFi access and laundry facilities on site.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Studio, Beachfront | Living area

Studio, Beachfront

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Bungalow, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 75 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, Garden Area

Studio, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

Superior Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 110 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located on a private beach, Palm Grove is in Takitumu District, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Aroa Beach and Muri Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Cocoputt. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Ara Tapu (Main Road), PO Box 23, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Muri Lagoon - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Muri Beach - 9 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Vinyl Revival - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Palm Grove

Family-friendly resort near Aroa Beach
Consider a stay at Palm Grove and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden. With a private beach, kayaking and snorkelling, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site restaurant, Yellow Hibiscus, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. In-room WiFi (surcharge), with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A computer station, a TV in reception and tour/ticket information
  • Scooter hire, concierge services and wedding services
Room features
All guest rooms at Palm Grove boast comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as safes and WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, kitchens and full-sized fridge/freezers

Property amenities

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 transport

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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Yellow Hibiscus

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

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 lift (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 28 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 23 November 2025 to 19 December 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 80.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 80.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Does Palm Grove have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Palm Grove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Palm Grove?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Palm Grove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Palm Grove provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of NZD 20 per person applies.

Where is Palm Grove located?

Nestled on the beach, this Takitumu District resort is within 3 mi (5 km) of Takitumu Conservation Area, Aroa Beach and Puaikura Beach. Tikioki Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Palm Grove Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Epic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large bungalow with kitchen and nice green garden - just across a small street to an amazing private beach! The restaurant is there for breakfast and dinner. Only suggestion is to please add more variety to the inclusive breakfast-perhaps savoury (boiled eggs, cheese or cold cuts) as the sweet options is not for everyone (health related), especially when staying for more than a few days. Overall great place to unwind and enjoy the scenery.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David and Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Palm Grove in the past. We love the beachfront units. Even if the weather is poor, the view is still brilliant. The snorkeling in front of the units is extremely good with a wide variety of fish life. The sandy beach is also great. Breakfast is adequate with cereals, fruit, toast, spreads, coffee etc. Plus you can order and pay for more if you need it. Use of kayaks and snorkeling gear is complimentary, if you dont have your own. Wigmores supermarket is just down the road, and the units have a good kitchen for cooking for yourself if you want to.
snacks on our deck with a beautiful view
lying on the deck and looking up
looking from the beach to the beachfront units
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Palm Grove was good for what it is, but can tell the garden rooms dont get as much love as the beach villas. The staff are friendly and the breakfast is convenient but its not luxury if thats what you're after
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Second stay. Will return. Love it.

Second year staying at Palm Grove Beachfront Studio. We will definitely be back What a beautiful view with comfy bed and breakfast included. Snorkeling right from the beach in front of the studios. Quiet and private with help from staff if you need. We are from Hawaii and this is where we choose to vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

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

Leanne

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

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the beachfront villa.

We have stayed here previously and we loved it in our absolute beachfront villa, staff are very friendly, the restaurant is great for meals and drinks, there is a small supermarket a short walk away, the villa has a kitchenette which is great, the beds are very comfortable, we will definitely be back again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

Bradley

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cant wait return
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've visited Palm Grove every time I've visited Rarotonga, and we will continue to stay everytime we come. The beach villa was the best experience we have had. We loved the privacy, access and the villa itself! Love the happy hour and the free snorkel/kayak equipment. The bus stop outside made transport around the island easy. The SPCA is just down the road, and a fast travel to walk the dogs in the morning. We didn't need our room cleaned everyday - due to our own reasons, but the equipment they left made cleaning the room a breeze. Thank you Palm Grove for an exceptional stay-cation!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose it for the fantastic beach area and the wide lagoon to swim and snorkel in. Along with staying at a smaller resort which is quiet. The free breakfast was very good with a range of fruits and baked goods. All our lunch and dinners at the Hibiscus restaurant were great value and tasty. Loved the caesar salad. While the units are clean, they are looking a little tired and could.do.with new paint. The pool was quiet small and we didnt end up using it as we preferred the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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

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

6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Staff & service
Room was run-down and in need of maintenance. Ceiling fan did not work properly. Initial lack of hot water caused by the need to keep depressing a heater switch which we were not told about. Chickens and roosters wandering about the property making noise and entering the deck area looking for food hand-outs.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

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

6/10 Okay

myles

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So handy to beach and shops great reef for snorkeling to see all the different fish
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wolfhart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024