Apr 22, 2024 K H
Palm Island Resort & Spa
Palm Island, St Vincent and the Grenadines
Virgin rating
The hotel
Here on beautiful Palm Island you can truly live out the Robinson Crusoe fantasy — but in rustic comfort. Completely secluded on its own 135-acre private island, this really is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a different pace of life, giving you the opportunity to recharge your batteries. A certified member of Green Globe, the resort has taken great care to ensure the resort blends in with the untouched surroundings, while dining is a beachfront affair with the cuisine taking full advantage of the freshly prepared Caribbean flavours complemented by home-grown vegetables. This wonderfully romantic and secluded resort has an intimate and stylish Spa in a stunning beachfront location; offering an extensive menu of massage and beauty treatments.
Amenities
- Bicycle Rental
- Hobie Cats
- Kayaking
- Snorkelling
- Tennis
- Honeymoon
- Wedding
- Bar
- Evening Entertainment
- Fitness Centre/Gym
- Internet Access
- Restaurant
Where is it
Situated between Union Island and Petit St Vincent. After flying into Barbados (conditions apply), you'll be met by a representative and an onward 50-minute flight from Barbados to Union Island. There is a short road transfer (100 metres to the jetty). There is then an 8-minute boat trip to the resort.Please note: Internal flights from Barbados to Union Island are chargeable.
Hotel information
All Inclusive of: all meals and beverages, including some premium brands, Caribbean beer, sparkling wine, house wine and soft drinks, all by the glass. Does not include bottled water. Evening hors d'oeuvres and afternoon tea. All activities above unless otherwise stated.
Please note: restaurants are open on rotation.
Beachfront Rooms are situated right on the beach with furnished terraces and direct ocean views, with shower and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Superior Beachfront Rooms are newly refurbished, single story rooms with modern Caribbean style features, with 1 king-size bed, plush bathrobes, complimentary mini-bar (stocked on arrival), and sliding glass doors onto private private walled patio with beach shower, outdoor living space and direct beachfront access, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Seagrapes Suites feature a living space with TV and WiFi access plus a separate seating area. Double shower and 1 king-size bed with the third person accommodated on a pull-out sofa bed. Terrace or balcony with garden or ocean views, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Island Loft Rooms are raised on stilts approximately 5 ft off the ground, with private terrace, separate bathtub and shower and 1 king-size bed, or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
2-Bedroom Villa — The Southern Cross Villa is perched on a panoramic bluff with its own infinity-edge swimming pool, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
3-Bedroom Villa — The Seafeathers is located on the shore with an entertainment deck adjacent to the water's edge, sleeping maximum 6 adults.
The new 2-bedroom Seahorse Villa boasts bold furnishings and impressive features like a high ceiling kitchen, breakfast bar, a stocked pantry and cellar, handmade furniture and cosy bean bags. The 2 double bedrooms have walk-in closets and walk through showers that head straight onto the beach, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Please note: to stay in the 2- and 3- Bedroom Villas, guests will require a driving licence as these rooms come with a golf cart.
2 restaurants and 2 bars: Royal Palm Restaurant (International and Caribbean cuisine. Opens daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner à la carte). Afternoon Tea is available daily. The Sunset Restaurant & Bar (cuisine with a Caribbean flair in a casual beachfront setting — open daily for lunch and twice a week for dinner). Famous picnic* lunches in isolated breathtaking romantic locations around the island. For the romantics, treat yourself to an unforgettable romantic dinner* in one of several locations of your choice, the Famous Gazebo, the Amazing Heart Tree or the Beach Bamboo Pergola, or organise a romantic breakfast in bed.
Silent cinema on the beach under the stars once a week. Crab Racing to sponsor locally supported charities by Palm Island. Live entertainment 7 nights a week. Chef demonstrations for food lovers.
Freshwater swimming pool with waterfall and sun terraces. A fitness centre and a spa* in a stunning beachfront location on the beach, with a tub on the deck; a great spot for a glass of champagne whilst enjoying the view. Enjoy a treatment from the extensive menu, using Aromatherapy Associates & Caribbean Blue Naturals products. Non-motorised water sports including snorkelling, kayaking and Hobie Cat sailing. Bicycles, 2 hiking trails (walk around the island in 30 minutes!). Daytime tennis court (including balls and rackets). Pool table. Powerboat/sailboat excursions* to nearby Grenadines chain. Library with book exchange, satellite TV lounge and table tennis. Weekly botanical stroll including the resort's Green House which grows organic vegetables and herbs used in the hotel menus. Beach hammocks.
Tour desk. Daily orientation meetings. 'Sandy Feet' boutique. WiFi available in all rooms and public areas including the main pool. Laundry service*.
This hotel has a resort fee of $24 including tax per room, per night, (payable locally, subject to change).
7 nights minimum stay applies at all times.
10 nights at all times when staying in a 2- or 3-Bedroom Villa.
*Denotes local charge.
If booking within 12 weeks of travel please call our sales centre on 0844 557 4321 to make your booking, please note your internal flights will be on a request basis.
Please note: a climate resiliency levy of $3 per room, per night applies when staying at any hotel in St Vincent & Grenadines. Fee is payable upon departure.
Dress code: during the day in the restaurants, shoes are worn and bathing suits are covered and dry. Evening time (after 6:30pm), the following applies to Royal Palm Restaurant and Sunset Grille and Bar: Resort Island Casual — long trousers, stylish jeans, dresses, skirts and dress shorts are permitted. Dress shoes and dress sandals are allowed (no flip flops or tennis shoes in the evening). Short or long sleeved shirts (no t-shirts or tank top/sleeveless shirts).
Please note: guests are required to present a valid form of ID (passport, driving license, ID card) along with a valid credit card at check-in. A USD$350 pre-authorisation will be processed on the credit card at check-in to cover for any incidental purchases or similar expenses. Incidental purchases may include tours, excursions, gift shop purchases or dining in the speciality restaurant. We understand that not all guests incur additional charges during their stay, but this process assists the resort with fraud prevention. Upon check-out, the pre-authorisation is released, assuming there are no charges made.
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Traveller rating
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Excellent (1401)
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