Koh Kood Beach Resort is a laid-back, upper-middle-range beachfront hotel off the coast of Thailand on Ko Kut Island. The 24 bungalows and private houses are relaxed with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and air-conditioning, but feel a bit tired in some places. Private houses and Thai-style rooms have access to hot tubs, providing a bit of an upscale vibe to a stay here. The private beach, massages on offer, seafood restaurant, free breakfast, and outdoor pool keeps couples and families entertained, which is good, as there’s not much to do in the immediate area. Shantaa Koh Kood is a nice alternative with more modern room decor and yoga classes on-site.
Koh Kood Beach Resort is a laid-back, upper-middle-range beachfront hotel off the coast of Thailand on Ko Kut Island. The 24 bungalows and private houses are relaxed with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and air-conditioning, but feel a bit tired in some places. Private houses and Thai-style rooms have access to hot tubs, providing a bit of an upscale vibe to a stay here. The private beach, massages on offer, seafood restaurant, free breakfast, and outdoor pool keeps couples and families entertained, which is good, as there’s not much to do in the immediate area. Shantaa Koh Kood is a nice alternative with more modern room decor and yoga classes on-site.
The Soneva Kiri Thailand is a truly incredible and exclusive luxury resort that requires a private plane transfer from Bangkok and a speedboat ride to reach. The extra effort might not suit everyone -- though for some, it's just one of the resort's perks. There's a gorgeous private beach that requires a short boat ride to reach. Each of the 36 guest villas has a private infinity pool. Other blissful perks include private butlers, personal electric buggies, and indulgent dining options -- including treetop dining pods that waiters reach via zipline and a free ice cream parlor. Guests can partake in a myriad of activities, and there's a beautiful spa as well as a modern fitness center. The High Season Pool Villa & Spa is a less expensive option that also offers villas with private pools.
The Soneva Kiri Thailand is a truly incredible and exclusive luxury resort that requires a private plane transfer from Bangkok and a speedboat ride to reach. The extra effort might not suit everyone -- though for some, it's just one of the resort's perks. There's a gorgeous private beach that requires a short boat ride to reach. Each of the 36 guest villas has a private infinity pool. Other blissful perks include private butlers, personal electric buggies, and indulgent dining options -- including treetop dining pods that waiters reach via zipline and a free ice cream parlor. Guests can partake in a myriad of activities, and there's a beautiful spa as well as a modern fitness center. The High Season Pool Villa & Spa is a less expensive option that also offers villas with private pools.
Set on the white, powdery Hin Klong Beach and with stunning views of the emerald jungle that swaddles Ko Kut, the luxurious Cham’s House is a sleek, modern affair that largely appeals to peace-seeking couples. Excellent features include a striking infinity pool, spa offering various massage treatments, free water sports and beachside yoga, and free beach loungers. The 55 rooms and villas are spacious and elegant, outfitted with locally inspired decor, king-size beds, Illy espresso machines, and Bose iPod docks. Some units have open-air soaking tubs and private swimming pools. The restaurant serves a mix of Thai and international food, but some guests complain that the quality isn't up to par. Although rooms are less impressive, the laid-back Koh Kood Beach Resort makes for a good alternative and has a better restaurant.
Set on the white, powdery Hin Klong Beach and with stunning views of the emerald jungle that swaddles Ko Kut, the luxurious Cham’s House is a sleek, modern affair that largely appeals to peace-seeking couples. Excellent features include a striking infinity pool, spa offering various massage treatments, free water sports and beachside yoga, and free beach loungers. The 55 rooms and villas are spacious and elegant, outfitted with locally inspired decor, king-size beds, Illy espresso machines, and Bose iPod docks. Some units have open-air soaking tubs and private swimming pools. The restaurant serves a mix of Thai and international food, but some guests complain that the quality isn't up to par. Although rooms are less impressive, the laid-back Koh Kood Beach Resort makes for a good alternative and has a better restaurant.
The 147-room Sea View Resort & Spa Koh Chang is a three-and-a-half-pearl resort located on a jungle-shrouded hillside right on the beach. The village of Kai Bae is a 10-minute shuttle ride away, but there's not much else nearby. Thai-style rooms are mostly modern and spacious, and all feature balconies. Most have direct sea views, which can be quite spectacular. There are two restaurants, and the expansive breakfast buffet is a hit. The two outdoor pools are gorgeous, and the private beach and lovely spa are other big pluses. This place is hard to beat for its lush jungle setting and stunning views, but travelers looking for something more intimate might consider the Koh Chang Paradise Resort & Spa, where all rooms are individual bungalows and villas.
The 147-room Sea View Resort & Spa Koh Chang is a three-and-a-half-pearl resort located on a jungle-shrouded hillside right on the beach. The village of Kai Bae is a 10-minute shuttle ride away, but there's not much else nearby. Thai-style rooms are mostly modern and spacious, and all feature balconies. Most have direct sea views, which can be quite spectacular. There are two restaurants, and the expansive breakfast buffet is a hit. The two outdoor pools are gorgeous, and the private beach and lovely spa are other big pluses. This place is hard to beat for its lush jungle setting and stunning views, but travelers looking for something more intimate might consider the Koh Chang Paradise Resort & Spa, where all rooms are individual bungalows and villas.
The three-pearl Koh Chang Paradise Resort & Spa offers 80 bungalows and villas in a jungle setting right on beautiful Klong Prao Beach. Although the property is in a quiet area, guests can easily walk to plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops in just a few minutes. All rooms are housed in individual Thai-style wooden bungalows and villas. They feature flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and furnished terraces. Villas have private garden pools. A restaurant by the beach serves Thai and Western fare, and there are two bars. The outdoor pool is a popular spot, as is the gorgeous sandy beach. Families looking for a place that offers more for the kids could check out the Kacha Resort & Spa instead, which has a kids' club and two pools for kids, one with a slide.
The three-pearl Koh Chang Paradise Resort & Spa offers 80 bungalows and villas in a jungle setting right on beautiful Klong Prao Beach. Although the property is in a quiet area, guests can easily walk to plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops in just a few minutes. All rooms are housed in individual Thai-style wooden bungalows and villas. They feature flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and furnished terraces. Villas have private garden pools. A restaurant by the beach serves Thai and Western fare, and there are two bars. The outdoor pool is a popular spot, as is the gorgeous sandy beach. Families looking for a place that offers more for the kids could check out the Kacha Resort & Spa instead, which has a kids' club and two pools for kids, one with a slide.
The four-pearl Emerald Cove is located on South Klong Prao Beach, near a small selection of bars and restaurants. The look throughout the hotel is polished and contemporary, with just the right amount of rustic charm. The smart, airy rooms feature free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private terraces. Some have views of the beach and sea. The hotel also has a spa and fitness center, restaurants, and two bars -- one of which is poolside. A buffet breakfast is served each day for a fee and there’s a large outdoor pool with spacious deck and loungers. Prices are reasonable for the area, but visitors wanting to be closer to more varied nightlife might try The Chill Resort and Spa instead, where rates are similar.
The four-pearl Emerald Cove is located on South Klong Prao Beach, near a small selection of bars and restaurants. The look throughout the hotel is polished and contemporary, with just the right amount of rustic charm. The smart, airy rooms feature free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and private terraces. Some have views of the beach and sea. The hotel also has a spa and fitness center, restaurants, and two bars -- one of which is poolside. A buffet breakfast is served each day for a fee and there’s a large outdoor pool with spacious deck and loungers. Prices are reasonable for the area, but visitors wanting to be closer to more varied nightlife might try The Chill Resort and Spa instead, where rates are similar.
The 141-room Mercure Koh Chang Hideaway Hotel is a three-and-a-half-pearl resort situated on the beach overlooking Bai Lan Bay. Its location is remote, but there are some restaurants, bars, and shops within walking distance. Rooms are decorated in a contemporary Thai style and come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Some have furnished terraces with direct pool access, though the best feature beautiful views of the beach. Villas have private pools. The restaurant provides all meals, and two bars keep the drinks flowing. A huge outdoor pool overlooks the private beach area, and is a relaxing place to hang out. There's also a spa and fitness center, plus a business center. It's also worth considering Koh Chang Cliff Beach Resort for similar rates, but it doesn't have a spa.
The 141-room Mercure Koh Chang Hideaway Hotel is a three-and-a-half-pearl resort situated on the beach overlooking Bai Lan Bay. Its location is remote, but there are some restaurants, bars, and shops within walking distance. Rooms are decorated in a contemporary Thai style and come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Some have furnished terraces with direct pool access, though the best feature beautiful views of the beach. Villas have private pools. The restaurant provides all meals, and two bars keep the drinks flowing. A huge outdoor pool overlooks the private beach area, and is a relaxing place to hang out. There's also a spa and fitness center, plus a business center. It's also worth considering Koh Chang Cliff Beach Resort for similar rates, but it doesn't have a spa.
On a quiet stretch of beach along Koh Chang's west coast, The Chill Resort & Spa is an upscale beachfront boutique property. The 38 rooms are smart, airy, and tastefully outfitted with minimalist decor, plus balconies or poolside terraces. In-room features include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and minibars. Massive suites add separate living rooms and -- in some cases -- whirlpools. There's a sharp cafe and restaurant, plus a library, and a large outdoor pool that looks out onto the Gulf of Thailand. A full spa that's tricked out in the hotel's signature sleek style, and a modern fitness room that's fine for a basic workout. Prices are reasonable for the area, but visitors wanting a free buffet breakfast might try The Emerald Cove instead, where rates are lower.
On a quiet stretch of beach along Koh Chang's west coast, The Chill Resort & Spa is an upscale beachfront boutique property. The 38 rooms are smart, airy, and tastefully outfitted with minimalist decor, plus balconies or poolside terraces. In-room features include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and minibars. Massive suites add separate living rooms and -- in some cases -- whirlpools. There's a sharp cafe and restaurant, plus a library, and a large outdoor pool that looks out onto the Gulf of Thailand. A full spa that's tricked out in the hotel's signature sleek style, and a modern fitness room that's fine for a basic workout. Prices are reasonable for the area, but visitors wanting a free buffet breakfast might try The Emerald Cove instead, where rates are lower.