& Spa
Eco-luxury with strong Creole character. Zen atmosphere, nature-forward design, unhurried pace. This is not a party hotel. It's quiet, intimate, and genuinely connected to its surroundings.
Book Akea Spa treatments at the same time you book accommodation — they fill up fast
Why It Matters
First hotel in any French Overseas Territory — and in the Indian Ocean — to receive the European Ecolabel (since 2014). It also has Réunion's only hotel-owned cosmetics and spa brand (AKEA). Multiple World Travel Awards wins for Best Hotel in Réunion.
Perched on the cliffside above Grande Anse Bay in Réunion's Wild South, the PALM Hotel & Spa is a 5-star, 72-room eco-luxury property set across 4 hectares of tropical gardens. It's the only luxury hotel of this calibre on the island's rugged southern coast — far from the resorts of the west — and it's been voted Best Hotel in Réunion multiple times at the World Travel Awards. The architecture leans on locally-sourced materials: volcanic stone, reforested wood, wooden mosaic walls. And the setting is genuinely special: look out from the Kokoa Bar between June and October and you might catch humpback whales in the bay below.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Deluxe Room
Larger than the Superior and more polished, with a separate lounge area and a big dressing room. The outdoor terrace has a double sun lounger. Still garden-facing rather than ocean-view, but the extra space makes a real difference for a longer stay.
King (180x200cm) · 41 sqm
Lodge
The most romantic option on the property. Three lodges sit right on the cliff edge with panoramic views over Grande Anse Bay. Wooden mosaic walls, a 200x200cm bed, and a private hot tub on the terrace facing the Indian Ocean. The bathroom has a walk-in shower with a panoramic window looking out over nature. For two people only.
Super King (200x200cm) · 100 sqmPool Lodge
A step up from the Lodge in terms of space and privacy. Each Pool Lodge has its own private heated swimming pool set in lush gardens — mineral tones, natural materials, very serene. Indoor and outdoor lounges plus an ice maker for that extra touch. Garden-facing rather than ocean-view, but the private pool more than compensates.
Super King (200x200cm) · 140 sqmPool Villa
The flagship accommodation — a standalone villa for groups or large families. Two master suites plus a twin bedroom, all with their own bathrooms. The private garden has a heated pool, a pool house with outdoor living room, and sun loungers. Materials throughout are lava stone and wood. Check-in is at 4pm (later than the rest of the hotel) and check-out at noon.
2x Super King (200x200cm) + 2x Single (200x90cm) · 240 sqm
Suite
Designed with families in mind — sleeps up to 2 adults, 2 children, and 1 baby. Natural wood elements throughout. The private terrace comes with a hot tub, and the bathroom has a bathtub plus an open-air shower. A wine cellar and sofa round it out. Recently renovated with EU development funds.
King (180x200cm) + Double (140x190cm) · 55 sqm
Superior Room
Ground or first floor rooms in Creole-style villas set in the tropical garden. Compact but well-finished with natural tones and a furnished terrace. Connecting rooms are available, making this the best option for families. No ocean view — garden outlook only.
King (180x200cm) · 34 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Elliptical cross-trainers are installed in the larger swimming pool for aqua gym sessions.
Fully equipped gym with high-end Technogym machines. Treadmills, rowing machines, stepper, elliptical cross-trainer, crunch trainer, incline ab board, wall bars, sparring system. Included for guests.
3 times daily shuttle to Grande Anse beach (5 minutes from hotel). The beach itself is one of the most beautiful on the island — white sand, coconut palms, natural swimming pools.
Guided canyoning in Réunion's rivers and waterfalls — abseiling, zip-lining, natural slides. Suitable for beginners. About 40 minutes from the hotel. Arranged via concierge.
The hotel has its own helipad. Helicopter tours over the three Cirques, the Piton de la Fournaise volcano, the lagoons and coastline — 1 to 6 passengers. Concierge handles bookings.
Cetacean, thematic, or sunset cruises aboard the largest catamaran in the Indian Ocean. Duration approximately 2h30. Departs from Saint-Pierre, about 1 hour from the hotel.
Go out on the water to swim with dolphins or spot humpback whales (May–October). Snorkel with flippers and mask. Departing from a partner operator, approximately 50 minutes from the hotel.
From June to October, humpback whales migrate along the south coast of Réunion. The Kokoa Bar overlooks Grande Anse Bay and is the best vantage point on the property. No booking required — just show up with a drink.
Full-day guided tours of the island in a Land Rover Discovery with local guide Olivier. Covers must-see landscapes, history, and local food. Departs from the hotel.
Guided exploration of Réunion's volcanic lava tunnels — underground landscapes formed by the Piton de la Fournaise. About 1 hour from the hotel, approximately 2h30 duration.
On-site recreational games including table tennis, pétanque (French bowls), billiards, table football, and chess. Available for guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Hotel holds the 'Surdité – LSF' quality label. Certain staff can welcome guests in French sign language. Magnetic loops also available at reception and in restaurants.
3 Deluxe rooms, 1 Suite, and 1 Pool Lodge adapted for reduced mobility. Pool lift for heated pool. Most public areas including the spa are wheelchair accessible.
200 sqm modular space dividable into 3 rooms. Air-conditioned with WiFi terminals. Plus a 350 sqm poolside terrace with panoramic bay views for cocktails and receptions.
Free high-speed WiFi throughout all rooms and public areas.
All rooms equipped with micro-filtered water tap or dispenser — eliminating single-use plastic bottles, consistent with the hotel's EU Ecolabel commitment.
Several paid EV charging stations on-site.
Two outdoor pools facing Grande Anse Bay — the larger one is equipped with aqua gym ellipticals, the second is heated. Both have panoramic bay views.
Games room with consoles and multimedia facilities.
Full concierge team for island activity bookings, transfers, in-room romantic setups, helicopter tour arrangements, restaurant reservations, and tailored itineraries.
On-site shop selling tableware, macramé, artisanal décor, local products, and the AKEA cosmetics range. Good for souvenirs.
On-site helipad for helicopter tour departures and private arrivals.
A 1,200 sqm outdoor relaxation area facing the ocean with whirlpool, steam room, canopy beds, and sunbeds. The anchor of the hotel's daytime outdoor experience.
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