Maenam Soi 1, Chaweng, Bophut 84330 Thailand, Chaweng, Thailand | (937) 315-4602
On Chaweng Beach, in a quiet area removed from the crowds
Walking distance from restaurants, bars, and shops
A large outdoor swimming pool with a swim-up bar
Rooms are outfitted with air-conditioning, mini-fridges, and TVs
Suites include roomy whirlpools and private balcony seating areas
Sunrise Jacuzzi Suites feature ocean views
A multi-cuisine restaurant and free buffet breakfast
Poolside massage gazebos offering Thai massages (for a fee)
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Room interiors too bold for some, and only Sunrise Suites have ocean views
Downtown Chaweng is a 25-minute walk or 10-minute drive away (a plus for some)
Restaurant gets mixed reviews
Kirikayan Boutique Resort is an intimate mid-range property set on the quiet southern end of Chaweng Beach. Downtown nightlife and shopping hubs are within a 10-minute drive away. The hotel's biggest draw is its beachfront setting, which is great for swimming and water sports, and also has plenty of lounge chairs laid out for relaxing. Facilities include a large outdoor swimming pool with a swim-up bar, a multi-cuisine restaurant (free breakfast buffet), and poolside massage gazebos offering traditional Thai massages. The 32 guest rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Sunrise Jacuzzi Suites upgrade to ocean views and whirlpools. However, room interiors are dated and the decor is a bit kitsch. As an alternative hotel -- the larger Chaweng Cove Beach Resort has contemporary guest rooms.
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Scene
Beachfront boutique, popular with families and couples looking to escape Chaweng's crowds
Kirikayan Boutique Resort is located in a quiet area not far from Chaweng's buzzing downtown, making it a good respite for those who want to avoid the crowds but still keep their finger on the pulse. The semi-open-air lobby space has hardwood interiors, comfy leather chaise lounges, and a garden patio. The intimate property has one long central pathway lined with manicured tropical greenery and flowering frangipani trees. The path leads to a large swimming pool, a beachfront patio, and steps leading down to the beach. The long white-sand beach is ideally suited for swimming and water sports, and there are plenty of lounge chairs laid out for guests. The hotel manages to avoid some of the nightclub noise, which can be an issue for many downtown properties. The relaxed vibe tends to attract mainly families and couples.
Location
On the quiet end of Chaweng Beach, a 10-minute drive from downtown nightlife and shopping
Kirikayan is located on the quiet southern end of Chaweng Beach. The immediate area includes plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops, though the main downtown scene is a 25-minute walk or 10-minute drive away. Downtown has tons of nightclubs, cabaret shows, local bars, and shopping on offer, including the Central Festival Samui Shopping Mall. Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium is located a five-minute drive away. The vibrant Fisherman's Village tourist hub is a 15-minute drive. Wat Phra Yai (Big Buddha Temple) is a 20-minute drive from the hotel. Lomprayah catamaran speedboats to Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, and Surat Thani (mainland) leave from the Maenam Pier (a 25-minute drive). Samui International Airport is a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
Rooms
Equipped with mini-fridges, TVs, and Wi-Fi -- but kitschy decor that's too loud for some
Kirikayan Boutique Resort offers three different room types: Deluxe Boutique Rooms, Duplex Suites, and Sunrise Jacuzzi Suites (the premier category) which feature ocean views. Interiors have light colored walls, dark-toned wood furnishings and trim, black terrazzo accents, plus eclectic and multi-colored decorations, though overall they look a bit dated and kitsch. Furnishings include built-in platform beds, TV tables, and wardrobes. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, safes, and bottled water. Duplex Suites include comfy lounge areas and both the Duplex and Sunrise Suites have whirlpools and private balcony seating areas. Deluxe Boutique rooms don't include private balconies. Bathrooms are fairly narrow, with just a small vanity sink and mirror, and a rainfall shower. Hairdryers and toiletries are provided.
Features
Direct beach access, an outdoor swimming pool with a swim-up bar, poolside massages, and a restaurant with free breakfast
The features on offer at Kirikayan Boutique Resort are fairly limited, but nice for a small mid-range hotel. The main attraction is Chaweng Beach, which the hotel offers direct access to. Lounge chairs are provided, and Jet Skis, banana boats, and kiteboards are available for rent. The large beachfront swimming pool is also a highlight and includes a swim-up pool bar. A few open-air massage salas (gazebos) are set up poolside, with traditional Thai massages (for a fee). The only other facility is a basic restaurant, which serves a range of Thai and Western meals, plus a free daily breakfast buffet. Food reviews are fairly mixed. Wi-Fi is free throughout and on-site parking is available, but limited.
