123, Moo 4, Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand | (888) 273-7116
Lovely beachfront location in Koh Pha Ngan, a short drive from Haad Rin Nok nightlife
Elegant rooms and villas with balconies, some with whirlpool hot tubs
Beautiful infinity-edge pool flanked with lounge chairs
Spa with variety of treatments and a couples room for massages
Moon Deck bar and restaurant right on the beach, breakfast included in room rates
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Removed from nightlife and excitement of Haad Rin (pro for some)
Beach is small without much room to lounge
Chantaramas Resort & Spa is a four-pearl resort hotel located right on the beach in Ko Pha Ngan. There are 46 rooms and four villas in total, all with lovely wood floors and furnishings and big balconies -- some also have outdoor whirlpool hot tubs. The hotel is right on the beach, with a free breakfast served in the Moon Deck bar and restaurant, overlooking the sea. Other amenities here include a spa with treatments and massages, and a beautiful infinity-edge pool for those who don't want to swim in the sea. While the resort's quiet location make it great for relaxing, those in town for partying may prefer staying at Phangan Bayshore Resort on Sunrise Beach, where Haad Rin's famous full-moon parties are held every month.
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Scene
Upscale, privately owned beach resort at the base of a gorgeous and lush hill
This upscale resort is privately owned by a pair of local sisters who grew up on the island. Interestingly enough, one of the owners names is Chantara -- she was born on December 25, so the name of the hotel is a blend of her name and the word Christmas. The hotel is located at the base of a hill that's covered with lush vegetation, and the grounds here are dominated by grassy lawns and lots of tropical plants and palm trees. The lobby takes full advantage of the hotel's tropical jungle ambience, with huge open windows that look out on the grounds and high ceilings supported by columns that vaguely resemble the trunks of tropical palms. Most guests here are couples and groups of friends in search of a quieter alternative to the hotels found in Haad Rin's busier party areas.
Location
Beachfront location on Ko Pha Ngan, a 10-minute drive from nightlife and dining in Haad Rin Nok
Chantaramas Resort & Spa is located on a lovely swathe of white-sand beach, at the bottom of a hill. The area is relatively quiet, though there are an ATM and a few restaurants in the immediate vicinity. Guests wanting more action can take a 10-minute car trip down to Haad Rin Nok, where monthly full moon parties are held -- the nearby Haad Rin Pier also offers ferries to Koh Samui Airport. Getting to Than Sadet Waterfall National Park takes about 20 minutes by car, and it takes around the same amount of time to reach Phaeng Waterfall.
Rooms
Elegant rooms and villas with largely wooden interiors, all with balconies and some with whirlpool tubs
The resort offers a range of elegant, air-conditioned rooms and villas (some with small outdoor plunge pools). All units have a similar decor scheme, with dark-wood floors and matching furniture, high vaulted ceilings with dark-wood beams and accents, and pops of pale yellow on accent walls and throw cushions. Standard amenities include kettles, minibars, flat-screen TVs with cable and DVD players, digital safes, and robes. Bathrooms are bright, with unusual vessel sinks that resemble large stone bowls. Separate walk-in showers and soaking tubs are an upscale touch. All units have large balconies or patios with chairs and tables and some Supreme Deluxe units add whirlpool hot tubs outside.
Features
Relaxing amenities including a small beach, a pretty infinity pool, and a spa with a treatment room for couples
Features at this resort are centered on relaxation and wellness and include -- as the name suggests -- a lovely spa with massages and treatments for singles and couples. The swimming pool is equally lovely with a row of shaded lounge chairs and an infinity edge and views out over the sea. There's also a small beach with white sand and a few more lounge chairs, but not a ton of coastline between the property and the calm, warm waters. For those who want to dine on the property, the beachfront Moon Deck restaurant and bar offers both semi-open indoor (covered) seating as well as a deck of sun beds. Breakfast is included in room rates. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.
