Palm Island Resort & Spa

St Vincent and the Grenadines, Caribbean

Palm View Room
Beachfront Room
Beachfront Rooms
Superior Beachfront Room
Superior Beachfront Room
Superior Beachfront Room
2-Bedroom Villa — The Southern Cross Villa
Palm Island
Spa
Wedding Gazebo
Sunset Grill and Bar
Sunset Grill and Bar
Seagrape Suites
Seagrape Suites
Seagrape Suite
Sea Feathers Villa
Sea Feathers Villa
Island Loft Rooms
Beachfront Rooms
Palm View Room
Beachfront Room
Beachfront Rooms
Superior Beachfront Room
Superior Beachfront Room
Superior Beachfront Room
2-Bedroom Villa — The Southern Cross Villa
Palm Island
Spa
Wedding Gazebo
Sunset Grill and Bar
Sunset Grill and Bar
Seagrape Suites
Seagrape Suites
Seagrape Suite
Sea Feathers Villa
Sea Feathers Villa
Island Loft Rooms
Beachfront Rooms

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 a new 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
  • Windsurfing
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access

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 then an 8-minute boat trip to the resort.

Please note: Internal flights from Barbados to Union Island are chargeable.

Hotel information

41 guest rooms, suites and 2 villas, all with private balcony/patio, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, stocked mini-fridge*, safe, bath tub and/or separate shower and bathrobes. Palm View Rooms with 1 king-size bed and a rollaway bed, or 2 queen-size beds (on request), sleeping maximum 3 adults.

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 or 2 adults and 1 child (aged 12-16).

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 or 2 adults and 1 child (aged 12-16).

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 or 2 adults and 4 children (aged 12-16).

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.

Please note: children aged 12-16 are only permitted to stay at Palm Island between 24 Apr–2 Jan – charged at adult rate.

2 restaurants and 2 bars: Royal Palm Restaurant (International and Caribbean cuisine. Opens daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner à la carte). On Wed and Sat the Restaurant offers exotic buffets. Afternoon Tea is available daily. The recently refurbished Sunset Grill and 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 one of 4 isolated breath taking 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.

Regular entertainment. Silent cinema on the beach under the stars once a week. Weekly Manager's cocktail party each Wednesday includes live music and the famous barbecue buffet. Crab Racing to sponsor locally supported charities by Palm Island. Caribbean Night each Saturday inclusive of rum tasting, Caribbean buffet and live steel pan music.

Freshwater swimming pool with waterfall and sun terraces. A newly refurbished fitness centre and a new 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 products. Non-motorised water sports including snorkelling, kayaking and Hobie Cat sailing. Bicycles, shuffleboard, 3 hiking trails (walk around the island in 30 minutes!). Daytime tennis court (including balls and rackets). Yoga twice a week. Pool table. Powerboat/sailboat excursions* to nearby Grenadines chain, including great diving. 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 and pavilions.

Tour desk. Daily orientation meetings. 'Sandy Feet' boutique. WiFi at reception/library and in the villas. 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

Please note: You must provide proof of being fully vaccinated against Covid-19 upon check-in (applies to guests aged 12 and over only). You’ll be unable to check in if you cannot provide this information.

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.

* Denotes local charge.

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: children aged 12 years and above are permitted between 24 Apr '21-2 Jan '22 and 20 Apr '22-2 Jan '23. 

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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Sep 4, 2021 Davecranes

This place was beautiful service was impeccable Beach was white sand and turquoise water..the island was great to bike ride around on and breath taking views from the trails. It is a must see. The day trip with packed lunch to Tobago Cays was gorgeous to snorkel and look at the massive sea turtles. Management (Ed) saw to your every need. If you… Read more
This place was beautiful service was impeccable Beach was white sand and turquoise water..the island was great to bike ride around on and breath taking views from the trails. It is a must see. The day trip with packed lunch to Tobago Cays was gorgeous to snorkel and look at the massive sea turtles. Management (Ed) saw to your every need. If you like a small villa style resort with all the privacy in the world,great food and great drinks and great service this is the place to go to Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 4th Visit - Simply Superb - And COVID Safe

Sep 4, 2021 Lynn H Strasburg, Virginia

I’ve already left a detailed review of our first visit (August 2016), and it just keeps getting better. We just spent another magical two weeks in paradise, and we encourage anyone on the fence to book now. Guest numbers are low (max 10 guests while we were there), you practically have the whole island to yourself, and the staff are AMAZING. I… Read more
I’ve already left a detailed review of our first visit (August 2016), and it just keeps getting better. We just spent another magical two weeks in paradise, and we encourage anyone on the fence to book now. Guest numbers are low (max 10 guests while we were there), you practically have the whole island to yourself, and the staff are AMAZING. I hate COVID but due to the pandemic you have a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the island and staff at very low occupancy before the Xmas bookings kick in, so do it NOW. We were COVID tested multiple times before and during our visit, in addition to being vaccinated. Staff were actually busy getting vaccinated while we were there (and wore masks at all times). It’s very safe with the 2 day quarantine they have for vaccinated guests—I believe they require 5 days for the unvaccinated—and as of September they’re requiring all guests to be vaccinated - YAY! Seriously, do it, book now. You will never experience such a beautiful place with such personalized but unobtrusive service as you will now. As I said, the pandemic sucks, but if you’re willing to put in the travel time, you can take advantage of one of the few bright spots—the once in a lifetime opportunity to experience this place with your loved one as though you’re the only people there. Already planning our 5th trip, feel free to DM me with questions on excursions, fishing trips, etc. Read less
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Jul 15, 2021 jakrovers Rennes, France

We really lucked out on our timing to stay at this resort and I highly recommend if you want to feel like a rockstar catered to on vacation book and stay before the end of September 2021! Even though there was a short 48 hour "quarantine" it did not at all feel like it! we had meals, for our short time quarantine on our lovely terrace overlooking… Read more
We really lucked out on our timing to stay at this resort and I highly recommend if you want to feel like a rockstar catered to on vacation book and stay before the end of September 2021! Even though there was a short 48 hour "quarantine" it did not at all feel like it! we had meals, for our short time quarantine on our lovely terrace overlooking the private beach where we could swim and snorkel and enjoy fresh mango daiquiris under our palm umbrella watching iguanas wonder by. The time was well appreciated after the bit of a journey to get to this beautiful tropical paradise! Being such an intimate island it felt as if we were transplanted to an entirely different planet far away from the chaos the world is in now! And i shed a few tears upon departure. Once we were out and about we enjoyed the two restaurants and the open air bar all overlooking the sea. The food was fresh and delicious, the service was 5 diamond and friendly. We were really impressed with cleanliness of the facilities and the extra efforts of the staff to truly make you feel as VIP special guests! Truly a tropical postcard picture vacation; beautiful white and pink sand beaches with gentle turquoise water and the comforts of civilization at hand. Truly a fantastic paradise. We will be back and i hope to stay longer the second time. Thank you to all the staff for being such special people to make this place even more of a dream! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating You did not even realise you were in Quarantine

Mar 23, 2021 paulstewart8 London, United Kingdom

When you fly into the region of St Vincent as a tourist you must quarantine. Where better to do this than on a private island. We have been to Palm before, we love it. We were worried our experience would be hindered due to the quarantine but the hotel had thought of everything. It just flew past, we had outside space, all the food and drinks we… Read more
When you fly into the region of St Vincent as a tourist you must quarantine. Where better to do this than on a private island. We have been to Palm before, we love it. We were worried our experience would be hindered due to the quarantine but the hotel had thought of everything. It just flew past, we had outside space, all the food and drinks we wished for. They had thought of everything and kept us safe. Could not recommend more highly. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Better than ever!

Mar 10, 2021 andrewbK4404ET

This was our 4th trip to Palm Island and it was fantastic. We were quarantined for 5 days which initially we were disappointed to find out but it turned out great, we had our room and private beach with full service from the bar and room service with the same excellent food they serve in the dining room. The staff went overboard to make our stay… Read more
This was our 4th trip to Palm Island and it was fantastic. We were quarantined for 5 days which initially we were disappointed to find out but it turned out great, we had our room and private beach with full service from the bar and room service with the same excellent food they serve in the dining room. The staff went overboard to make our stay special and the whole island is set up for social distancing and Covid precautions so we were worry free. We decided to stay a second week to enjoy the island and amenities like it was our own private island because we were the only guests there out of quarantine. Everything was as good as you would expect from Palm Island only better because the individual attention we got was amazing. Travel to the resort was the easiest we’ve ever had, our flight from the states to Barbados had eight passengers and the return had only seventeen. Covid precautions are being taken very seriously in Barbados and there are no crowds or lines due to decreased passenger volumes. My advice: When Covid gives you lemons, make lemonade! Go now and take advantage of the reduced occupancy to make an amazing place even more amazing, but if you can’t go now it will always be a wonderful, peaceful, romantic place to stay. Read less