Palm Grove
Resort in Takitumu District
3-Star Resort
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this resort
Family-friendly resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
At Palm Grove, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the private white sand beach where you can enjoy snorkeling.
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.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.
At Palm Grove, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the private white sand beach where you can enjoy snorkeling.
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.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Takitumu District
Available Rooms
Studio, Beachfront
1 King • 484 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Superior Bungalow, 1 Bedroom
1 King • 646 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Studio, Garden Area
1 King • 484 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area
1 King • 2 Single • 732 ft²
Sleeps 5
+
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Bungalow, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area
2 King • 2 Single • 807 ft²
Sleeps 6
+
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!!
10.0 / 10.0
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.
6.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Cant wait return
10.0 / 10.0
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!
2.0 / 10.0
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.
4.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Great accommodation, beach, dining options, breakfast, snorkelling gear. Kitty at the front desk is kind, friendly and a terrific help with all your needs.
10.0 / 10.0
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
10.0 / 10.0
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!
5.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Enjoyed the peace and quiet and the very prompt housekeeping service every morning. Very highly recommended accomodation to stay at.
Meitaki maata for your hospitality.
5.0 / 10.0
Enjoyed the peace and quiet and the very prompt housekeeping service every morning. Very highly recommended accomodation to stay at. Meitaki maata for your hospitality.
10.0 / 10.0
We loved the location, the pool area, our garden studio was perfect! We had everything we needed for our holiday
10.0 / 10.0
The unit was very clean and the bed comfortable. The cleaning and maintenance staff were very friendly, nice people. The restaurant staff were the same and the food was great and reasonably priced.
The office staff tended to be a bit humourless and the wifi almost nonexistant.
Otherwise we really enjoyed our stay there and would recommend it
5.0 / 10.0
The unit was very clean and the bed comfortable. The cleaning and maintenance staff were very friendly, nice people. The restaurant staff were the same and the food was great and reasonably priced. The office staff tended to be a bit humourless and the wifi almost nonexistant.Otherwise we really enjoyed our stay there and would recommend it
4.0 / 10.0
Great location, friendly staff and good restaurant. Beautiful beach!!! Reception closing at 5pm weekdays and half day Saturday and not at all Sundays was a little annoying when you had a quick query.
2.0 / 10.0
Palm Grove Resort was a great escape. Reasonably well maintained, given it’s humid tropical climate, the grounds and pool area are beautiful. A new bbq arrived during our stay.The beach furniture, kayaks, snorkels and fins were all well maintained.The rooms could use some updating. Some had received partial renovations in the kitchen and bathroom areas and others had not. Some appliances were newer and others were starting to rust. I also found it difficult to cook, unless you just bbq’d. Larger pots and microwave bowls or casseroles would help out here.AC worked well, but was rigged to go off when you left the room. The beds were very comfortable. Maid daily service included making the bed, a towel change, sometimes a sweep, garbage removal, but not any wipe down of surfaces in the bathroom, shower, vanity, coffee or dining tables during our 9 day stay.The Sunday BBQ and Friday Happy Hour were great, as was the music supplied. Food at the restaurant was good. An adequate breakfast was included and given this is not the norm on the island, was appreciated.The front desk did a good job at coordinating airport transfer, wifi purchase, snorkel rental and outings. They also rented scooters. There is a car rental a couple of blocks away along with a reasonably well stocked convenience store.Rarotonga is very remote, with sporadic wifi only in HOT SPOTS There is one TV channel and life becomes the beach, relaxing and socializing.
4.0 / 10.0
Palm Grove Resort was a great escape. Reasonably well maintained, given it’s humid tropical climate, the grounds and pool area are beautiful. A new bbq arrived during our stay.
The beach furniture, kayaks, snorkels and fins were all well maintained.
The rooms could use some updating. Some had received partial renovations in the kitchen and bathroom areas and others had not. Some appliances were newer and others were starting to rust. I also found it difficult to cook, unless you just bbq’d. Larger pots and microwave bowls or casseroles would help out here.
AC worked well, but was rigged to go off when you left the room. The beds were very comfortable. Maid daily service included making the bed, a towel change, sometimes a sweep, garbage removal, but not any wipe down of surfaces in the bathroom, shower, vanity, coffee or dining tables during our 9 day stay.
The Sunday BBQ and Friday Happy Hour were great, as was the music supplied. Food at the restaurant was good. An adequate breakfast was included and given this is not the norm on the island, was appreciated.
The front desk did a good job at coordinating airport transfer, wifi purchase, snorkel rental and outings. They also rented scooters. There is a car rental a couple of blocks away along with a reasonably well stocked convenience store.
Rarotonga is very remote, with sporadic wifi only in HOT SPOTS There is one TV channel and life becomes the beach, relaxing and socializing.
5.0 / 10.0
I loved my stay here. I stayed in a beachfront studio and it was perfect. To go to sleep hearing the waves every night was divine and the beach area and snorkelling were both very good. I would definitely stay here again.
4.0 / 10.0
Very Charming and concerned staff. Rooms are spacious and clean. The beach is amongst one of the nicest.
4.0 / 10.0
The hotel lies on the south of the island with the most beautiful beach. Set in a lovely garden with houses around the pool. Beachfront houses have perfect oceanfront views.
We had a spacious two bedroomed apartment which fulfilled all our needs. Would definitely have return.
There was only one negative point,which would only apply to our apartment, and that was the smell of cigarettes every morning from the communal area next door where the hotel employees assembled prior to work begin.
4.0 / 10.0
Palm Grove was the perfect place to spend a few days breaking the jet lag cycle between two continents. It was a quiet pleasant step back in time. The locals were friendly but unobtrusive. Palm Grive was nicely situated on the southern side of the island - all of which could be navigated in about an hour in the local bus - in either a clockwise or anticlockwise direction.
5.0 / 10.0
We were very pleased.
Comfortable in all ways.
Aircon, which we didn't use as the ceiling fan was great. Private deck over the sand . Ranch slider access with louvre slider alternative for ventilation. Great snorkeling at your door step. The Yellow Hibiscus is the on site restaurant which is very good.
A nice touch was the book exchange.
Just help yourself and return when read. Great books too. Kayaks, pool and BBQ available. A two minute work to Wigmores Superette. A five minute walk down the beach, or road to Vaima Restaurant for a cocktail at sunset. All very convenient.
5.0 / 10.0
We were very pleased.Comfortable in all ways.Aircon, which we didn't use as the ceiling fan was great. Private deck over the sand . Ranch slider access with louvre slider alternative for ventilation. Great snorkeling at your door step. The Yellow Hibiscus is the on site restaurant which is very good.A nice touch was the book exchange.Just help yourself and return when read. Great books too. Kayaks, pool and BBQ available. A two minute work to Wigmores Superette. A five minute walk down the beach, or road to Vaima Restaurant for a cocktail at sunset. All very convenient.
5.0 / 10.0
We loved the gorgeous location at the edge of great snorkelling and on the bus route to all amenities and sights of Rarotonga. The Yellow Hibiscus restaurant on the property laid out a tasty breakfast each morning and we ate like royalty..
5.0 / 10.0
This is the third time we have stayed at Palm Grove. We really enjoy the beachfront bungalow and the proximity to the beach. We collected our scooters from Palm Grove reception and renewed our licence at the police station. Dont forget to take your passport now for your licence. The local roosters are still too loud, but theres not much that can be done about them. The long lunch at Antipode was a highlight. You get your own dog and cat:)A wonderful place and cannot wait to come back. Thank you
5.0 / 10.0
Our daughter loved the pool; the kids had tons of fun in there. There's a white sand beach with kayaks and snorkel gear provided. The waves are very small close to the beach due to the reef. The whole outside of the island is beach so none of it was crowded; it was always very easy to go walking, sitting, swimming, kayaking, etc.
I quite liked the superior bungalows for more space and privacy. Breakfast was good here.
The island bus that comes in front of the hotel is a good way to get around with the only difficulties being the lax times and only coming once an hour. The Tuk-tuk tour was very informative; I'd recommend doing that early on in a trip.
5.0 / 10.0
Our daughter loved the pool; the kids had tons of fun in there. Theres a white sand beach with kayaks and snorkel gear provided. The waves are very small close to the beach due to the reef. The whole outside of the island is beach so none of it was crowded; it was always very easy to go walking, sitting, swimming, kayaking, etc. I quite liked the superior bungalows for more space and privacy. Breakfast was good here. The island bus that comes in front of the hotel is a good way to get around with the only difficulties being the lax times and only coming once an hour. The Tuk-tuk tour was very informative; Id recommend doing that early on in a trip.
5.0 / 10.0
A beautiful location on the beach on the south side of Rarotonga. We had a beachfront bungalow studio which was well equipped, a comfortable king bed, 3 piece bathroom, closet and kitchen. The view is tremendous and the breezes off the sea wonderful. Great staff. The complex has a pool, free snorkelling equipment, water shoes and sea kayaks. Very quiet and relaxing.
5.0 / 10.0
Very nice beach great snorkel, kayaking all for free. Good breakfast.
2.5 / 10.0
Opening up the sliding door to the beach is well worth the price youll pay for this hotel. Staff is great, units on the beach are comfortable, and the room rates are affordable. The location is slightly remote if you are relying on walking to get around, but there are a few interesting things close by such as the waterfall, abandoned Sheraton property and the nice Wigmore market, and anything else you need to get to can be reached by bus, rental car, scooter or better yet, bicycle. Id absolutely stay again.
5.0 / 10.0
Opening up the sliding door to the beach is well worth the price you'll pay for this hotel. Staff is great, units on the beach are comfortable, and the room rates are affordable. The location is slightly remote if you are relying on walking to get around, but there are a few interesting things close by such as the waterfall, abandoned Sheraton property and the nice Wigmore market, and anything else you need to get to can be reached by bus, rental car, scooter or better yet, bicycle. I'd absolutely stay again.
2.0 / 10.0
Very nice place with huge rooms overlooking the garden, very clean, great breakfast included and well kept grounds. Regarding Transfers .... I would NOT book them with the accommodation. No one turned up to pick us up at the airport so we had to get the local bus eventually. When we mentioned this nicely to the miserable old woman behind the desk ( not the smiley young one ) she actually had a go at us, saying that we should have got on a mini bus ( which was not there) and then got even more "off hand" when we mention this.Because of this we confirmed that we DID NOT require a return transfer to the airport because it was unreliable, they confirmed this ... and then a transfer turned up !!!!Basically, catch the local bus, it stops right outside the airport and will drop you off directly outside reception for $5 each
4.0 / 10.0
Very nice place with huge rooms overlooking the garden, very clean, great breakfast included and well kept grounds.
Regarding Transfers .... I would NOT book them with the accommodation. No one turned up to pick us up at the airport so we had to get the local bus eventually. When we mentioned this nicely to the miserable old woman behind the desk ( not the smiley young one ) she actually had a go at us, saying that we should have got on a mini bus ( which was not there) and then got even more "off hand" when we mention this.
Because of this we confirmed that we DID NOT require a return transfer to the airport because it was unreliable, they confirmed this ... and then a transfer turned up !!!!
Basically, catch the local bus, it stops right outside the airport and will drop you off directly outside reception for $5 each
4.0 / 10.0
This was our second stay at Palm Grove & unfortunately some things have declined. House wine was so bad it was undrinkable. (Mix Ribena & cranberry together!) Some of the staff are grumpy & snappy when under pressure. Others like Mata & Joanne are unbelievably helpful & professional.
In 10 days, cleaners only attended to the bathroom towels, (never the sink taps or shower), made the bed (most days) & swept floors. General cleaning is obviously never done. Light switches, light fittings, headboard & wardrobe doors were covered in dust. They don't do dishes either.
None the less we had a fabulous holiday on one of the most beautiful beaches on the island & will visit Raro again soon.
4.0 / 10.0
A beautiful little resort right on the beach with all the rentals included such as snorkel sets and kayaks plus a great little breakfast. A fantastic stay.
4.0 / 10.0
Wonderful stay, relaxing. The garden room was more than I expected, tiles, upgraded kitchen & bathroom. The king bed was very comfortable. I would stay again & the price is decent.
FAQs
How much does this resort cost compared to others in Takitumu District?
The average price for a rental in Takitumu District is $180 per night. This rental is $16 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this resort?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Palm Grove. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this resort?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Palm Grove. Enjoy the water!
Is Palm Grove pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Palm Grove?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.
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