Palm Grove

Palm Grove - A 3-star beachfront resort with garden and ocean-view bungalows, on-site dining, and cultural activities

Palm Grove offers thirteen garden bungalows set amongst hibiscus and tipani flowers, complemented by nine beachfront bungalows alongside a secluded beach. The property includes self-contained units with kitchen facilities, private terraces, and air conditioning, some featuring mountain or ocean views. A continental breakfast buffet at Palm Grove includes three types of toast, four to five varieties of fruit and cereal, banana bread, lemon bread, homemade yogurt, hard-boiled eggs, juices, and coffee. The on-site restaurant serves Pacific-rim cuisine with fresh local ingredients, along with a unique dining experience across three homesteads. Guests can explore cultural activities, including a coconut tree climbing demonstration and Turtle Safari with Sea Scooters. The lagoon, at its widest and deepest nearby, is ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. Muri Beach, Wigmore's Waterfall (0.5 km away), and Highland Paradise Cultural Centre (4 km away) are easily accessible. Motorbike rentals and a bus service stopping every 30 minutes provide local transportation.

Pros

Thirteen garden bungalows and nine beachfront units offer varied accommodation options.

The buffet breakfast includes multiple fresh and homemade items.

On-site dining features Pacific-rim cuisine and a multi-course homestead dining experience.

Proximity to Wigmore's Waterfall (0.5 km) and Highland Paradise Cultural Centre (4 km) enhances sightseeing opportunities.

The lagoon provides excellent swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking conditions.

Cons

Some restaurants and tours may not operate on Sundays.

Children aged 6 and over incur an additional nightly fee of NZD 65.