One-night stay
Close to the airport or port, ideal for early transfers
Before & after your liveaboard trip
Extend your stay in Palau
Hand-picked hotels for before or after your Palau liveaboard trip - a comfortable night in downtown Koror close to your departure, or a longer beachfront escape among the Rock Islands.
Why extend your stay
Turn an incredible diving holiday into a truly inspirational experience.
Whether you are travelling a few hours or halfway around the world for your liveaboard adventure with Master Liveaboards, taking extra time to experience each unique destination can enhance your trip and transform an incredible diving holiday into a truly inspirational experience.
Staying on after your cruise lets you experience the destination beyond the ocean. Discover vibrant cities, remote islands, cultural landmarks, wildlife, beaches, and hidden gems that make each region unique. Whether you choose a few extra days of relaxation or a week of exploration, extending your stay creates a richer and more rewarding holiday.
Arriving a day early gives you time to relax, recover from travel, and start your journey refreshed and stress-free. You can explore local culture, enjoy regional cuisine, and settle into the destination before boarding your liveaboard adventure.
A liveaboard may be the highlight of your trip, but the destination itself has so much more to offer. Add a few extra nights and turn your diving holiday into the ultimate travel experience.
Hotels we recommend
Master Liveaboards Recommendations
With hundreds of hotels to choose from, picking the right one can be difficult, so we have chosen a few to consider, based on different durations. We have access to thousands of different hotel options - if you are looking for something specific, please let us know and we will be happy to help you.
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Koror - downtown, central
Palau Central Hotel
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Koror, Palau Central Hotel offers a modern and comfortable option for an overnight stay in Palau. Just steps from local restaurants, shops, and activities, the hotel features spacious air-conditioned rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, breakfast, an on-site restaurant and bar, gym, spa, and swimming pool. Combining excellent service with a central location, it is an ideal base before or after your Palau adventure.
✓ Central Koror location
✓ On-site restaurant and bar
✓ Swimming pool, gym and spa
✓ Breakfast and free Wi-Fi
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Short stay
A few nights before or after your liveaboard
Waterfront
Malakal Island - overlooking the marina
Cove Resort Palau
Located on Malakal Island overlooking the marina and Rock Islands, Cove Resort Palau offers a stylish and relaxing option for a short stay in Palau. Combining modern comfort with a laid-back waterfront atmosphere, the resort features spacious contemporary rooms, the island's largest lagoon-style swimming pool, an open-air restaurant and bar, and fitness centre. Conveniently located close to Koror's restaurants and attractions, Cove Resort is an ideal base to unwind before or after your adventure.
✓ Marina and Rock Islands views
✓ Largest lagoon-style pool
✓ Open-air restaurant and bar
✓ Close to Koror
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Extended stay
Seven nights to turn your trip into a full holiday
Beachfront
Koror - private beachfront
Palau Royal Resort
Set on a private beachfront overlooking the turquoise waters of Palau, Palau Royal Resort offers a relaxing and comfortable option for a longer stay in Koror. Combining tropical island charm with modern resort facilities, the hotel features spacious rooms with ocean or garden views, a private beach, swimming pool, spa, fitness centre, and a variety of dining options. Conveniently located close to shops, restaurants, and Palau's world-renowned diving and snorkelling sites, the resort provides an ideal base to unwind before or after your adventure.
✓ Private beachfront
✓ Ocean or garden-view rooms
✓ Pool, spa and fitness centre
✓ Multiple dining options
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How it works
We handle everything for you.
Adding a hotel to your liveaboard trip takes three steps. We do the work - you just tell us what you would like.
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Choose a hotel
Browse our recommendations above and send us an enquiry, or ask our team for advice if you are not sure.
2
We confirm rates
Our reservations team checks availability and comes back to you with a quote for your dates. No obligation.
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Sorted
We book the hotel, arrange transfers, and make sure everything connects with your liveaboard departure. One less thing to think about.
Common questions
Good questions, straight answers.
Everything you need to know about adding a hotel stay to your liveaboard trip.
Do you book the hotel for me?
+Yes. Once you choose a hotel and confirm the dates, our reservations team handles the booking directly. You do not need to book separately through a third-party site. We work with these hotels regularly and can often secure better terms than booking independently.
What about airport and liveaboard transfers?
+In the Maldives we arrange your transfer from the airport to your hotel and from the hotel to the liveaboard departure point. Several of the hotels listed also include their own complimentary airport transfers. Onward arrangements (resort speedboats, return flights) we'll talk through when we confirm your booking.
Can I book a hotel at both ends of my trip?
+Absolutely. Many of our guests book a one-night stay before departure and a few nights at a resort afterwards. Just let us know your plans and we will put together a complete package. You can mix and match different hotels for before and after.
Can I change or cancel my hotel booking?
+Cancellation and amendment policies vary by hotel. We will confirm the specific terms when we send you the quote. In most cases there is a free cancellation window. If your liveaboard trip changes, we will help you adjust the hotel booking to match.
What if my flight is delayed?
+All of the hotels we suggest have 24-hour front desks and are accustomed to late arrivals. If your flight is significantly delayed, let us know and we will notify the hotel on your behalf. This is one of the advantages of booking through us rather than independently.
Interested? Speak to our team.
We can help you find the right hotel for your dates, arrange transfers, and make sure everything connects smoothly with your liveaboard departure.
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