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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
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Studio, Beachfront | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Superior Bungalow, 1 Bedroom | View from room
Property grounds
Palm Grove in Takitumu District offers a peaceful getaway with a private beach and ocean views. Relax by the outdoor pool or explore crystal-clear waters via kayaking and snorkeling. The property includes WiFi, laundry facilities, and a welcoming manager's reception.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
Beach

On the beach

This resort has a private beach. Head outdoors and bask in the sun on the white sand beach. Some on-site activities to enjoy during your trip include snorkeling and kayaking. Popular nearby activities to consider include windsurfing and scuba diving.

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What guests liked about the beach

The beach area was fantastic with a wide lagoon to swim and snorkel in, offering a great snorkeling experience with a variety of fish life.

Room options

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Studio, Beachfront | Living area | TV, MP3 dock

Studio, Beachfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Bungalow, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/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, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

Highlights

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

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Studio, Garden Area | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio, Garden Area

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Bungalow, 1 Bedroom | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Ara Tapu (Main Road), PO Box 23, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Muri Lagoon - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Muri Beach - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬6 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, snorkeling, and kayaking, 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 speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A computer station, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Wedding services, a TV in the lobby, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Palm Grove have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes and WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/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 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

Restaurants on site

  • Yellow Hibiscus

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Snorkeling
  • 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 elevator (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
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 November 23 2025 to December 19 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

Property 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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?

Check-out 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 mi (5 km).

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