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Set on 5 acres of private beach and tropical gardens in Vaima, Palm Grove features free kayaking and snorkeling equipment. A private balcony or patio with ocean or garden views is standard in all rooms. The air-conditioned rooms include a kitchen with a gas stove-top, a microwave and a refrigerator/freezer. Each room is decorated in bright colors, and features a flat-screen TV and a stereo with an iPod dock. Palm Grove is set alongside one of the most popular beaches in Rarotonga and is within 5 minutes’ drive of several other beaches, including Muri Beach, Aro'a Beach and Puaikura Beach. Rarotonga Airport, the main township of Avarua, and the National Museum of the Cook Islands are all within 15 minutes' drive. Guests can enjoy a swim in the onsite swimming pool and a casual meal in the BBQ area. The tour desk can arrange day trips and car rental. Free parking is available on site. Overlooking the gardens, The Yellow Hibiscus Restaurant offers indoor and outdoor dining. It is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Canoeing

Snorkeling

Private beach area


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.6

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Laureen
    United States United States
    Great restaurant. Beautiful beach. Exceptional staff.
  • Jacquie
    United States United States
    Breakfast was basic - wish it had more options. Warm food would have been nice and fresh fruit.
  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    we loved the simplicity of the lifestyle, the beach, and the people
  • Mary-noel
    Australia Australia
    The staff went out of their way to make your stay amazing and the owner obviously led by example
  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful location. We have visited Palm Grove six times over the last 20 years & it’s one of the best on the island. Quiet & picturesque with a fabulous private beach just across the road. Staff are friendly & helpful & the Yellow Hibiscus...
  • Derek
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location handy restaurant/bar, very child friendly
  • Craig
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, lovely staff with a nice restaurant. The fish curry was excellent!
  • Jenny
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Friendly, nice staff with the private beach front.
  • Ross
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Garden rooms were attractively spaced around the pool, well furnished and a short walk to the white sand beach. Useful restaurant for lunch and dinner. Staff were cheerful, fun and very helpful. Great laundry and library on site
  • Judi
    Australia Australia
    Gorgeous location. Good breakfast and friendly staff

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Yellow Hibiscus
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Resort facilities at Palm Grove
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Airport shuttle
  • Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and costs NZD 5 per 24 hours.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

2 swimming pools

Pool 1 – outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Pool 2 – outdoor (kids)Free!

  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Kids' pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 80 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print
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