Eats:
The Taj
One of the islands favorite Indian restaurant, The Taj offers a large selection of dishes to sample. On Thursdays, there is an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. The owner, Robert, is very personable and a good host. The atmosphere is convivial with an open window to the kitchen so you can watch the chef prepare your meal.
Address: Located on the 2nd floor of the PDC Building in downtown Koror.
Telephone: 680-488-2227
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Kramers Cafe
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, enjoy fresh sashimi and a variety of cuisines such as Thai, German and Mexican. For a few "clams," enjoy the special, which includes a homemade soup of the day. The owner, Rene, and the staff are friendly and welcoming.
Address: P.O. Box 1592,Koror
Telephone: 680-488-8448
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Meduu Ribtal
Enjoy the elegant ambiance and unique fine dining experience that is Meduu Ribtal. Featuring Pacific Rim cuisine, including fresh local seafood, U.S. prime rib and other island specialties. Dress Code: Smart Casual (no t-shirts, sport-shorts, flip-flops or flippers and swim masks allowed).
Address: P.O. Box 308, Koror 96940
Telephone: (680) 488-2600
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Internet Cafe
Apart from surfing the web and sending e-mails, you can enjoy an ice cream cone or a generous American breakfast including waffles. This is a hot spot for locals and tourists alike.
Address: PO Box 293 Koror, Palau 96940
Telephone: (680) 488-4496
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Shopping:
Belau Art Gallery
Palau's first and only fine art gallery. Featuring the finest selection of original paintings available in Palau. Located at the new exclusive Palau Royal Resort in Malakal. Open seven days a week.
P.O. Box 10223 Koror, Palau 96940
Telephone: (680) 488 - 2000 Ext. 207
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Munn Originals
Exquisite wood carvings from Palauan mahogany (swietenia mahogany),
Bill Munn has developed the rare ability to translate their beauty and graceful motion into fine hardwoods. Each sculpture is unique, carved from a solid piece of the finest wood, without joints or glue. This is virtually guaranteed to lower stress levels and perhaps spark a fantasy about these beautiful creatures and their amazing, yet fragile environment: our world's oceans
Address: P.O. Box 7049, Koror 96940
Telephone: (680) 488-6732
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Tebang Wood Carving Shop
Storyboard carvings created as you watch! Palau’s best-known art form is the storyboard. These are carvings on various lengths of wood, sometimes shaped into crocodiles, turtles or fish and painted. The storyboards depict Palauan stories taken from several popular island legends.
Telephone: (680) 488-4252
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Lodgings:
Palau Pacific Resort
Palau Pacific Resort combines the true spirit and culture of the islands with the luxury and amenities of a world-class resort. Set in a 64-acre garden paradise overlooking the crystal clear blue Pacific Ocean, this luxury resort offers some of the finest accommodations in all of Micronesia.
Address: P.O. Box 308, Republic of Palau 96940
Telephone: (680) 488-2600
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Airai View Hotel & Spa
Airai View Hotel & Spa prides itself in offering guests a relaxing stay. It also offers the only water park in Palau: Airai Viva Water Paradise. There are various locations inside the hotel for unwinding such as the Coconut Jacuzzi area, Open-Air Cafe and beach side. It also offers Gardenia Aroma Therapy from Bali for an extra opportunity to relax.
Address: P.O. Box 8067, Koror, Palau 96940
Telephone: +680-587-3530~1
http://www.airaiview.com/main/index.htm
Carp Island Resort
This resort is a natural paradise island and the perfect place to enjoy a get-away-from-it-all Palau vacation at its best. It is set in an intimate location and surrounded by exquisite beaches, the ocean and other neighboring Rock Islands. Part of Peleliu State, 15 minutes boat ride from the mainland of Peleliu and a 45 minute-speed boat ride from the city of Koror. Located at the heart of the rock islands, it offers an onsite dive center. Dive into famous diving spots like blue corner, blue hole, turtle cove and others.
Address: P.O. Box 5, Malakal, Koror, Palau 96940
Telephone: (680) 488-2978/3155; 345-1166
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Cliffside Hotel
Cliffside Hotel is located in a tranquil neighborhood and has phenomenal views of Koror and the Rock Islands. The Cliffside is situated on a quiet hillside overlooking Koror and its bays, and it is only 5 minutes away from downtown Koror and all dive shops. There is also a comfortable cocktail lounge, a full service restaurant and a pool with poolbar & hot tub.
Address: PO Box 129, Koror, Republic of Palau 96940
Telephone: (011 680) 488 4590/4591/4592
http://www.cliffsidehotelpalau.com/
Palasia Hotel Palau
Located conveniently in the "Heart of Koror," Palasia Hotel Palau is just 15 minutes from the Airport and 5 minutes from most government offices, shopping centers, and convenience stores. Weltz Bar serves as a way to relax with special house tropical drinks while overlooking the beautiful sunset backdrop and listening to jazz, soul, reggae, or the local Palauan music. If you prefer to sing along, you can join in the fun at the Cheers Karaoke bar. After a night of partying, loosen up your body and de- stress your soul at the health spa and fitness center.
Address: P.O. Box 10027, Koror 96940
Telephone: (680) 488-8888
http://www.palasia-hotel.com
Hangouts:
Bar-Ra-Cu-Da
This open restaurant and bar is located at Fish 'n Fins dock and is facing the spectacular Rock Islands. Daily fresh fish and seafood, international cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. Bar-ra-cu-da offers a wide range of vegetarian dishes (owners are vegetarians!) Check for movie nights, dancing and singing nights.
Telephone: (680) 488-5416
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Bottom Time Bar & Grill
Bottom Time Bar & Grill is open everyday from 7:30 a.m. to 9p.m. Serving fresh sashimi, a variety of sandwiches including hamburgers, cheeseburgers and grilled chicken or fresh fish sandwiches; they have something for every craving. During your next adventure in Palau, stop by Bottom Time Bar & Grill, located dockside at Sam's Tours. It's an ideal location to watch the sun set or just relax among new friends and discuss the day's adventures. Or, stop by in the morning for a cup of coffee before your adventure-filled day begins.
Address: P.O. Box 7076, Koror, Palau 96940
Telephone: (680) 488-4382
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Rip Tide Bar & Grill
Beachside bar & restaurant located in Malakal Harbor. Dance floor, balcony, open-air dining, beach front tables. Entertainment: Jukebox with Palauan music, live band. Lunch and dinner served.
Telephone: 680-488-3486
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Yellow Wall Bar
This is a bar and DJ Disco Club located beside Q-ball, behind the Palasia Hotel in Dngeronger Hamlet, Downtown Koror. Dance to the beats of Hip-Hop, disco, reggae and mixed R&B. If you think you got it goin' on, then come on down to Yellow Wall Bar and show them how you bust your move! If your dancing is off the chain, they'll give you a free drink (cha ching).
Address: Dngeronger Hamlet, Koror State 96940
Telephone: 488-1129/8043
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