Palau Royal Resort

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Deluxe Room, Ocean View | Bathroom
Exterior
Outdoor wedding area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Koror, Malakal Island, 96940
  • Place, Rock Islands Southern Lagoon
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Island Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Ngarachamayong Cultural Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Koror (ROR-Palau Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, Harbour View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Premium

  • Partial ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Malakal Island

Located in Malakal Island, Palau Royal Resort is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Rock Islands Southern Lagoon and Long Island Park. .This beach resort is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Ngarachamayong Cultural Center and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Asahi Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Rock Islands Southern Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Long Island Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ngarachamayong Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • WCTC Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Palau Pacific Resort Beach - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Koror (ROR-Palau Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Suriyothai - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sam's Tours - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Berry - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Elilai Seaside Dining - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sakura Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Palau Royal Resort

Palau Royal Resort offers 157 shared accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A private beach, a golf course, and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

Children under 2 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Mandara Spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 157 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can get some exercise with a round of golf or enjoy a lazy day at the private beach. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Waves Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the beach bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and limo/town car service. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Waves Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 30.25 for adults and USD 15.13 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Waves Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 63.25 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 30.25 for adults and USD 15.13 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 12.50 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 63.25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 3-device limit
Children under 2 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Palau Resort
Palau Royal
Palau Royal Resort
Royal Palau
Royal Palau Resort
Royal Resort Palau
Koror Nikko
Nikko Hotel Koror
Nikko Koror
Palau Royal Hotel Koror
Palau Royal Resort South Pacific
Palau Royal Resort Malakal Island
Palau Royal Malakal Island
Palau Royal Resort Resort
Palau Royal Resort Malakal Island
Palau Royal Resort Resort Malakal Island

Palau Royal Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 325 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. And the staff was accommodating. Overall the resort was beautiful. The food downstairs was amazing. Loved my experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexandrea Mercedes

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room that smell nice, towels were clear white with warmth. Room layout was super user friendly with 2 spots to lie my suitcase. Nice view from balcony to the private beach with clothes hanger. Nice firm bed with 3 different styles of pillows. Friendly staff that seeks to help out. Nice amenities - body lotion, flip flops.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Gitel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is very simple and clean, but the guest experience was disappointing. During my three-night stay, the toilet was broken and the drain was clogged, and despite informing staff, nothing was done to fix either issue. I also booked a two-room stay and later added an extra night. Instead of accommodating this in advance, the hotel required us to switch rooms, which should have been avoidable with proper planning. Overall, there was a noticeable lack of care and effort to resolve problems. Guest relations were poor, and for these reasons, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel. Keep away. Trust me.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay! Staff was very helpful and accommodating. The beach area was very nice. We saw a turtle while snorkeling the hotel beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarod

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Supriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco P F R, Almada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very nice private beach
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel especially the grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayumi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

View to die for

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Vida Z

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hiroaki

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The WORST reception for WiFi. Had to login over 25 times in the first 12hrs. even with the auto login feature on. Never had a decent connection during my 5 nights...tops 5 minutes, if even that
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room we stayed in could use some updating. Also one of the outlets did not work. But the staff is wonderful: very efficient and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pablo, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located if you are joining the Aggressor Liveaboard They will pick you up from the hotel dock
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is absolutely gorgeous! The staff was Amazing and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Expensive but nice

Everything was great about room and front desk. The restaurant was kinda mediocre ..... I had to send one meal back as it was room temp when it arrived
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room Choice Mischaracterizes the View

The water view rooms all face the bay yet the room selections give you an ocean view as an option. You can see the ocean if you go out on the balcony and look to the right. I selected ocean view for a higher rate which is no different than a bay view hence is deceitful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024