Palm Island Resort & Spa

St Vincent and the Grenadines, Caribbean

Palm View 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
Superior Beachfront Room
Sea Feathers Villa
Sea Feathers Villa
Sea Feathers Villa
Beachfront Room
Beachfront Room
Island Loft Rooms
Beachfront Rooms
Beachfront Rooms
Palm View 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
Superior Beachfront Room
Sea Feathers Villa
Sea Feathers Villa
Sea Feathers Villa
Beachfront Room
Beachfront Room
Island Loft Rooms
Beachfront 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

  • Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Wedding
  • Honeymoon
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Beachfront location
  • Tennis
  • Bicycle Rental

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 '19–2 Jan '20 – charged at adult rate.

  • Free Weddings: conditions apply. More information can be found here

  • Honeymooners: receive a bottle of sparkling wine and fruit plate in the room on arrival and 25% off a spa treatment when staying a minimum of 5 nights. 

    Offers may not be combinable.

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*.

7 nights minimum stay applies at all times.

10 nights at all times when staying in a 2- or 3-Bedroom Villa.

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.

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 under 12 years old are not permitted at Palm Island Resort at any time. Children aged 12–16 are permitted between 24 Apr ‘19–2 Jan ‘20 and 20–30 Apr '20 only.

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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great mini-moon!

Sep 15, 2019 UpgradeMe922 Brooklyn, New York

My wife and I chose this place for a short week vacation after our wedding. We chose this place because of the location, reviews, and the desire to have lots of alone time. Being outside of the hurricane belt and going in September we couldn't have asked for better weather. Add to that, being the low season, there were only 28 total guests while… Read more
My wife and I chose this place for a short week vacation after our wedding. We chose this place because of the location, reviews, and the desire to have lots of alone time. Being outside of the hurricane belt and going in September we couldn't have asked for better weather. Add to that, being the low season, there were only 28 total guests while we were there. Pros: The staff - can't say enough about how great every single person was. The beaches - white sand and warm water, what more can you ask for? The "excursions" - Spa day, Picnic at Hammock #4 and day trip on the Yannis are all must-dos. We were fortunate enough for a complementary sunset cruise on the Yannis as well which was fantastic and provided a great night out. Water activities - kayaking, snorkeling, stand up paddle boards all at your disposal. Want to kill an hour or so before dinner? Grab the two green floats, a cocktail or two and just relax in the ocean. Peace and relaxation - It really is a beautiful and romantic place where you can be as isolated as you please. I get why people come back over and over again. Cons: Travel time (from NYC) - Though in the Caribbean, it took a full day to get there and back. I get many people stay for weeks at a time, for a short trip not ideal. 3 hour + layovers in Barbados airport really stings. Had we known, we would have looked for something to do in Barbados to kill an hour or 2. Food - Ok, so, while the food we had was very good, there wasn't many times we were blown away. Everything was fresh and tasty, and as far as meals go, my only complaint is that there is not a ton of variation. The staff was super accommodating when we wanted to try this and that. Breakfast was probably the best meal of the day due to all the variety. Also, there wasn't much of anything outside of meals. Small snacks at the bar just before dinner was really it. I know this isn't a typical Caribbean resort, but it would have been great to know we could have gone and gotten something between meals. Even just having fruit and water around the island would have made a difference (i.e. the gym, front desk, pool, in the room, etc.) Entertainment - again, not a typical Caribbean resort, and I greatly appreciated the guitar player/singer at dinner, but if there was something after dinner, we probably would have stayed out for a little longer at night. Seems like everyone just goes to sleep right after dinner. All in all, I'm glad we went. While I don't think we would return I get why people have come back 5-10 times +. If I was looking for a place to be isolated from the world for 2 weeks or more, this is the place! Read less
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Sep 5, 2019 9Debs Manchester, United Kingdom

OK so I am sure you here this a lot, the island was stunning, beautiful surroundings. Fantastic activities but have to say starting from Ed Evans assistant manager to Glen, Col the ever lovely and very considerate Dervon, Kisha, Joe, Anthony and Johnny be good, to all including the ground staff sorry if I have not named you in person, they… Read more
OK so I am sure you here this a lot, the island was stunning, beautiful surroundings. Fantastic activities but have to say starting from Ed Evans assistant manager to Glen, Col the ever lovely and very considerate Dervon, Kisha, Joe, Anthony and Johnny be good, to all including the ground staff sorry if I have not named you in person, they welcome you with a cocktail refuse to allow you to pickup your napkin let alone your luggage, offer love, respect and support and wave you goodbye I can only say they are a team and a half, the surroundings and hotel are first class but the staff take it to a different level. I will miss you guys and hope to see you again. Graham, Debs and Zak Read less
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Aug 24, 2019 Andy D

We have recently returned from an amazing 2 weeks holiday on Palm Island. Where do you start - from arriving to a friendly welcome on the jetty from Katie the manager and some of her wonderful staff with a rum punch . To a great room , no check in till morning- off to rum night - start the day with a mixed buffet / cooked breakfast - all the… Read more
We have recently returned from an amazing 2 weeks holiday on Palm Island. Where do you start - from arriving to a friendly welcome on the jetty from Katie the manager and some of her wonderful staff with a rum punch . To a great room , no check in till morning- off to rum night - start the day with a mixed buffet / cooked breakfast - all the staff want to know your name and this is how they will greet you throughout your stay - bike ride to check out the island - done nearly every day as so not normal- being by pool - on the beach - staff coming to see if you want drinks ( Keisha - you can set your watch to her regular visits - even just to check if we were ok ) - lunch / dinner varied and always great food and service. Occasional bar b q nights for cocktail and managers welcome. We had a couple of private dinners ( heart and gazebo ) really well looked after by Jamal and Shaquille. . Crab racing funny but for a good cause to help underprivileged families. Low key entertainment with steel band / great guitarist and Bert the all rounder - it’s enough because this is not a party resort . You have the trips to choose from - we popped over for day to union Island for a tour and unbelievably lunch at Sparrows . Scaramouch boat to Tobago Cays ( was the black pearl in Pirates of Caribbean) - Palm Island boat Yannis in for maintenance ( they have the pink lady sailing boat ) . We stayed in a Palm View room which was facing sea (30) and only 2 mins to the sea / pool / bar / restaurant, You have choice of beaches / loungers to suit anywhere or stay at you room sun beds . The must do is Hammock 4 for private picnic/ day you have the section of beach/cove to yourself with swings in sea and even though your are on an island your feel completely alone in paradise - it was so good we done it twice ( Deveron delivered 11am champagne and 1pm lunch on time ) . The Spa has amazing view whilst having whatever treatment you choose. We could go on and on - we are fortunate to have traveled to many places - but this is the only resort that we have been where the staff go above and beyond on a daily basis and make you feel welcome. To many names to name but from gardeners / to office staff a big thank you for and unforgettable 25th Wedding Anniversary - and champagne . Read less
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Aug 22, 2019 SharonDavidG Doncaster, United Kingdom

Our second trip to this wonderful island. Up to now it’s our most favourite place that we’ve visited. If you need to relax and unwind this is the place. The food is varied and tasty. And will always miss waking up hearing the waves crashing onto the beach.
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Aug 18, 2019 yonasdad Toronto, Canada

If you want a perfect place to unplug and unwind, this is it. It’s small, low key, quiet and Caribbean idyllic. The island is there for you to explore anytime you fancy and there are plenty of things on offer for everyone. Special shout out to Dervon, Olive, Anthony, Kenroy, Jameel, Hulda and the inimitable Katie for making us feel at home and at… Read more
If you want a perfect place to unplug and unwind, this is it. It’s small, low key, quiet and Caribbean idyllic. The island is there for you to explore anytime you fancy and there are plenty of things on offer for everyone. Special shout out to Dervon, Olive, Anthony, Kenroy, Jameel, Hulda and the inimitable Katie for making us feel at home and at ease. Great service, great food, superb beach, crystal clear water, a great room on the water. What more can you ask for. The only issue were the mosquitoes and sand fleas - do bring repellent. Read less