Palmilla's rooms and suites are housed in three story casas or single story casitas. All enjoy ocean views and are furnished with generously sized patios or balconies. Many desirable amenities are standard here, including telescopes for star gazing or whale watching, flat-screen satellite TV with DVD/CD player and Bose surround sound system, complimentary high speed internet access with Wi-Fi in many areas of the hotel, and a wonderful curvy daybed for afternoon siestas on the terrace.

On arrival you'll be introduced to your butler, who will assist with dinner reservations, laundry and pressing arrangements, and will take note of your preferences for the aromatherapy menu and choice of fresh fruits. Your butler should be your first point of contact for any special requests.

The majority of the rooms belong to the Junior Suite category. These have an exceptionally spacious bedroom with sitting area and an indulgent bathroom. Junior Suites in the Casitas (single story buildings) have double headed showers and can be requested with either one king or two queen beds. All other Junior Suites have one king bed only and feature extra large bathrooms with sculptured tub and rain shower. Following a refurbishment program in 2008, the Casita rooms and suites now have plunge pools.

Superior Rooms and Deluxe rooms are smaller but still have a generous dose of Palmilla's extravagant luxury. Indeed, we reckon the Casa Tres Palmas, which houses the Superior rooms and is the only two story building, is one of the prettiest buildings at Palmilla, and it certainly has breathtaking ocean views. This building is close to the Agua pool and so is also convenient for families. Superior and Deluxe rooms can be requested with either one king or two queen beds.

The One Bedroom Suites are the ultimate indulgence and feature lavishly furnished parlours and abundant space for entertaining. All One Bedroom Suites have a separate bedroom with king bed.