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Palau Carolines Resort
Koror · 8 rooms
Eight private bungalows crafted from local timbers, with sweeping views over the jungle and the Rock Islands and a free shuttle to town.
Island · No. 1 in Palau
Boutique hotels in Koror
Palau's hub, with a handful of design-minded small hotels, bungalows above the lagoon and every dive operator.
Handpicked boutique hotels
Where to stay in Koror
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Palau Central Hotel
Koror
A four-star hotel in the middle of downtown Koror, within walking distance of most things.
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Palau Hotel
Koror
A design-led hotel praised by guests for its blue and green decor and included breakfast.
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Palau Mangrove Hotel
Koror
A newly constructed boutique hotel, the second hotel to open in Palau in 25 years.
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Palau Royal Resort
Koror
A resort on Malakal Island with a private beach, a golf course and a full-service spa.
Koror is Palau's largest town and the base for the country's diving and boat trips. Its harbor is full of dive boats and the Rock Islands rise just offshore, so even a walk along the water feels like a view in a travel brochure. The Belau National Museum and the local markets give some depth to the stay.
Where to stay
Palau Carolines Resort has just eight private bungalows built from local timbers, each with views over jungle and the Rock Islands, and a free shuttle to town. Palau Hotel is singled out by guests for its blue-and-green design and breakfast, and Palau Mangrove Hotel is a newly built boutique hotel, the second to open in 25 years. Palau Central Hotel is in the middle of downtown. On Malakal Island, Palau Royal Resort has a private beach, a golf course and a spa.
Good to know
Most hotels arrange dive and boat trips, which should be booked ahead. Rock Islands access requires a permit, usually handled by your operator. Check current rates, as they vary by season.
Good to know
Questions about Koror
How many boutique hotels are there in Koror?
We list 5 boutique hotels in Koror, including Palau Carolines Resort, Palau Central Hotel and Palau Hotel.
