Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket
US$103
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket
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US$103
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket average US$103 in the cheapest month (September) and US$411 in the most expensive month (January), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$411 |
| February | US$397 |
| March | US$240 |
| April | US$143 |
| May | US$106 |
| June | US$108 |
| July | US$136 |
| August | US$137 |
| September | US$103 |
| October | US$118 |
| November | US$213 |
| December | US$356 |
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Most expensive: January (~US$411)
Cheapest: September (~US$103)
About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentar...
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Wichit? This resort has 3498 square feet (325 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and limited parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy international cuisine at Cafe Andaman, one of the resort's 10 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the beach bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 205 guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while DVD players and cable programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets.
Location
Located in Wichit (Cape Panwa), Cape Panwa Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Phuket Aquarium and Chalong Bay. This beach resort is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Ao Yon Beach and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Central Phuket.
What's nearby
Cape Panwa(0.1 Miles)
Phuket Aquarium(0.5 Miles)
Ao Yon Beach(1.4 Miles)
Panwa Beach(2.2 Miles)
Chalong Bay(2.4 Miles)
Kao Khad Views Tower(4.5 Miles)
Phuket Botanic Garden(6.2 Miles)
Saphan Hin Mining Monument(6.9 Miles)
Chinpracha House(7.2 Miles)
Shrine of the Serene Light(7.3 Miles)
King Power(7.3 Miles)
Thai Hua Museum(7.3 Miles)
Saphan Hin(7.4 Miles)
Patong Go-Kart Speedway and Phuket Offroad Fun Park(7.4 Miles)
Phuket Monkey School(7.5 Miles)
The preferred airport for Cape Panwa Hotel is Phuket Intl. Airport (HKT)(27.4 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Business centre
Room service
Tour desk
Location
27, Mu 8, Sakdidej Road, Cape Panwa, Phuket 83000, Thailand, Cape Panwa, Thailand
Cape Panwa (0.1 Miles)
Phuket Aquarium (0.5 Miles)
Ao Yon Beach (1.4 Miles)
Panwa Beach (2.2 Miles)
Chalong Bay (2.4 Miles)
Kao Khad Views Tower (4.5 Miles)
Room options
7
Junior Suite Limited View Annex Wing
Room details
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
570 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
5
Cape Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
840 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
10
Panwa Two Bedroom Pool Villa
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 5
142 ft²
BalconySeparate Dining AreaAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomPrivate Pool
9
Junior Suite Sea View Annex Wing
Room details
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
569 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
6
Cape Superior Sea View
Room details
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
391 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
5
Family Suite
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 5
1210 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
6
Cape Superior Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
391 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
6
Family Suite Sea View
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 5
1210 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
11
Panwa Lodge (Luxury 2-Bedroom Pool Villa)
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
1658 ft²
BalconySeparate Dining AreaAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomPrivate Pool
6
Cape Suite Sea View
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
854 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
9
the Cape Absolute Suite
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 5
5705 ft²
BalconySeparate Dining AreaAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomPrivate Pool
7
Junior Suite Garden View Annex Wing
Room details
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
570 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
Guest reviews of Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket
8.4
Very good
Based on 1,826 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
62%
Family
24%
Group
9%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket, travelers praise the tranquil private beach setting, spacious rooms and generally friendly staff, but note dated areas and maintenance issues, a remote location away from main attractions, and mixed experiences with dining, gym quality, and cleanliness.
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What guests think
At Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket, travelers praise the tranquil private beach setting, spacious rooms and generally friendly staff, but note dated areas and maintenance issues, a remote location away from main attractions, and mixed experiences with dining, gym quality, and cleanliness.
Several guests highlight excellent breakfasts, popular venues like Panwa House and Top of the Reef, and pleasant bars, while others cite slow service, rotating closures, limited variety, and higher prices with added charges. Access can be challenging for strollers or limited mobility, with many stairs, no elevator, and a cable car down to the beach. Expect generous space and coastal views, balanced by older infrastructure and variability in service and upkeep.
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Facilities
Wide amenities include a private beach, multiple pools, a gym and spa, a kids room, several restaurants and bars, a shuttle to the sister hotel, and some villas with private pools. Upkeep and access are issues: dated gym, maintenance problems, rotating closures, many stairs, no elevator, and a beach cable car.
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10
Andry
16 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 8 nights
Overall, my stay was lovely but there are a few things that could be improved so it can feel more like a 5star hotel. 1. Cleaning of the rooms could be improved especially in the bathroom. 2. Some of the amenities need an update such as the gym and ensure that the AC works. The gym was stuffy and there was not air flowing. We shared the feedback with the lobby but still. 3. Some of the roofs by the tram seem to have mold. 4. The gardens around the property didnt seem to be taken care of. General maintenance to compete with the nearby hotels.
Overall, my stay was lovely but there are a few things that could be improved so it can feel more like a 5star hotel. 1. Cleaning of the rooms could be improved especially in the bathroom. 2. Some of the amenities need an update such as the gym and ensure that the AC works. The gym was stuffy and there was not air flowing. We shared the feedback with the lobby but still. 3. Some of the roofs by the tram seem to have mold. 4. The gardens around the property didnt seem to be taken care of. General maintenance to compete with the nearby hotels.
6
david
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
I have visited theCape Panwa 7 times over the last 23 years and very little has changed. However certain areas have now fallen way below what weI expected. Service in all areas is so poor that guests have given up eating in the hotel. Breakfast is not a patch on what it used to be and is the same everyday. There is no supervision of staff, clearly no training for new staff even to understand the basics of serving a guest. A few of the remaining long term staff have also given up ( their words not mine) as no one seems to care anymore. The decking around the pool area has been there for over 30+ years and is now so dangerous for all guests. Tiles are missing from the main pool and rust is showing in the pool. There are many other tripping hazards in and around the hotel which have been painted black so you can see them better, especially in the dark. ( Really). The hotel general manager was on site but not once did I see him talk to a member of staff or a guest. What a shame for such a beautiful place to have fallen.
I have visited theCape Panwa 7 times over the last 23 years and very little has changed. However certain areas have now fallen way below what weI expected. Service in all areas is so poor that guests have given up eating in the hotel. Breakfast is not a patch on what it used to be and is the same everyday. There is no supervision of staff, clearly no training for new staff even to understand the basics of serving a guest. A few of the remaining long term staff have also given up ( their words not mine) as no one seems to care anymore. The decking around the pool area has been there for over 30+ years and is now so dangerous for all guests. Tiles are missing from the main pool and rust is showing in the pool. There are many other tripping hazards in and around the hotel which have been painted black so you can see them better, especially in the dark. ( Really). The hotel general manager was on site but not once did I see him talk to a member of staff or a guest. What a shame for such a beautiful place to have fallen.
6
Lenora
6 May 2024
·
Stayed 8 nights
Positives The lobby area is beautiful, rooms are a decent size with a huge comfy bed. The hotel grounds are lovely & tropical. The swimming pool is a good size, clean and was never too busy during my stay. The beach is nice but it’s not like the images you see online. The hotel staff are nice & approachable, especially the ladies at the front desk. Good variety of breakfast options. Frequent free shuttle service to Cape Kantary (sister hotel) & its nearby amenities/ restaurants. Negatives It’s not a 5-star luxury resort (perhaps it was when it first opened). The rooms (& bathrooms) are dated. The rooms are somewhat clean/ could be cleaner. Unwanted room guests; on two consecutive days I had a gecko/ lizard lurking in the fridge cupboard. Hats off to housekeeping who managed to find and catch the gecko/ lizard on both occasions. I understand that it’s a tropical destination, (& it’s not my first time in a tropical location), but it’s not great that this happened twice within my first 4 nights at Cape Panwa Hotel. I reached out to Cape Panwa Hotel more formally on the above but I haven’t received a response (and I since checked out). Unable to accommodate an earlier check-in (I wasn’t the only guest to experience this). Activities lack authenticity; e.g batik painting. What guests actually do is ‘colour in’ a pre-batik drawn design using the paints provided. That’s all there was to it.
Positives The lobby area is beautiful, rooms are a decent size with a huge comfy bed. The hotel grounds are lovely & tropical. The swimming pool is a good size, clean and was never too busy during my stay. The beach is nice but it’s not like the images you see online. The hotel staff are nice & approachable, especially the ladies at the front desk. Good variety of breakfast options. Frequent free shuttle service to Cape Kantary (sister hotel) & its nearby amenities/ restaurants. Negatives It’s not a 5-star luxury resort (perhaps it was when it first opened). The rooms (& bathrooms) are dated. The rooms are somewhat clean/ could be cleaner. Unwanted room guests; on two consecutive days I had a gecko/ lizard lurking in the fridge cupboard. Hats off to housekeeping who managed to find and catch the gecko/ lizard on both occasions. I understand that it’s a tropical destination, (& it’s not my first time in a tropical location), but it’s not great that this happened twice within my first 4 nights at Cape Panwa Hotel. I reached out to Cape Panwa Hotel more formally on the above but I haven’t received a response (and I since checked out). Unable to accommodate an earlier check-in (I wasn’t the only guest to experience this). Activities lack authenticity; e.g batik painting. What guests actually do is ‘colour in’ a pre-batik drawn design using the paints provided. That’s all there was to it.
8
David
19 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
The property and location were beautiful. The distance from even the local shops was inconvenient, and getting to the town centre quite expensive. Considering these factors, having the main bar closed for 2 days each week as the restaurants were, on rotation, it would be a good relax for adults but could be a bit difficult with kids
The property and location were beautiful. The distance from even the local shops was inconvenient, and getting to the town centre quite expensive. Considering these factors, having the main bar closed for 2 days each week as the restaurants were, on rotation, it would be a good relax for adults but could be a bit difficult with kids
6
Harun Fehmi
14 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
Only the room met our expectations. The hotel is not stroller friendly, because an elevator dont exist on thr premesis. You have use stairs to go to your room and a cable car to go to the beach, but its difficult to have the stroller with you in the cable car. The beach is full of big and sharp stones so its not child friendly at all. The lunch was terrible, so we decided not to eat dinner at the hotel. We ordered from outside the hotel. The service in general was under our expectations. Many of the staff members didnt understand english. But Kim from the reception was great, she was kind and helpfull. But a lot of the times we unfortenatly feelt that the other receptionmembers was bullied her, espacially the receptionist with russian accent.
Only the room met our expectations. The hotel is not stroller friendly, because an elevator dont exist on thr premesis. You have use stairs to go to your room and a cable car to go to the beach, but its difficult to have the stroller with you in the cable car. The beach is full of big and sharp stones so its not child friendly at all. The lunch was terrible, so we decided not to eat dinner at the hotel. We ordered from outside the hotel. The service in general was under our expectations. Many of the staff members didnt understand english. But Kim from the reception was great, she was kind and helpfull. But a lot of the times we unfortenatly feelt that the other receptionmembers was bullied her, espacially the receptionist with russian accent.
8
Laura
6 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
Very friendly staff, great amenities
Very friendly staff, great amenities
10
Edwin Jayson
21 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 6 nights
Excellent beach front resort, nice villas with a private pool. Excellent staff, they take care of all your needs, never have stayed at a hotel/resort that takes care of you up to checking in at your airlines
Excellent beach front resort, nice villas with a private pool. Excellent staff, they take care of all your needs, never have stayed at a hotel/resort that takes care of you up to checking in at your airlines
10
Kritsana
30 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
10
Per-Tore
25 Dec 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Superb location. Private beach. And a really lovely restaurant by the seaside.
Superb location. Private beach. And a really lovely restaurant by the seaside.
10
teresa
3 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
You have to be able to do stairs. The breakfast buffet is fabulous, room service & laundry service are excellent and affordable. Staff is extremely efficient and friendly.
You have to be able to do stairs. The breakfast buffet is fabulous, room service & laundry service are excellent and affordable. Staff is extremely efficient and friendly.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is mixed: some rooms are reported clean, but others note bathroom cleaning gaps and pests like spiders and geckos, plus mold and visible wear in some areas.
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10
Andry
16 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 8 nights
Overall, my stay was lovely but there are a few things that could be improved so it can feel more like a 5star hotel. 1. Cleaning of the rooms could be improved especially in the bathroom. 2. Some of the amenities need an update such as the gym and ensure that the AC works. The gym was stuffy and there was not air flowing. We shared the feedback with the lobby but still. 3. Some of the roofs by the tram seem to have mold. 4. The gardens around the property didnt seem to be taken care of. General maintenance to compete with the nearby hotels.
Overall, my stay was lovely but there are a few things that could be improved so it can feel more like a 5star hotel. 1. Cleaning of the rooms could be improved especially in the bathroom. 2. Some of the amenities need an update such as the gym and ensure that the AC works. The gym was stuffy and there was not air flowing. We shared the feedback with the lobby but still. 3. Some of the roofs by the tram seem to have mold. 4. The gardens around the property didnt seem to be taken care of. General maintenance to compete with the nearby hotels.
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david
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
I have visited theCape Panwa 7 times over the last 23 years and very little has changed. However certain areas have now fallen way below what weI expected. Service in all areas is so poor that guests have given up eating in the hotel. Breakfast is not a patch on what it used to be and is the same everyday. There is no supervision of staff, clearly no training for new staff even to understand the basics of serving a guest. A few of the remaining long term staff have also given up ( their words not mine) as no one seems to care anymore. The decking around the pool area has been there for over 30+ years and is now so dangerous for all guests. Tiles are missing from the main pool and rust is showing in the pool. There are many other tripping hazards in and around the hotel which have been painted black so you can see them better, especially in the dark. ( Really). The hotel general manager was on site but not once did I see him talk to a member of staff or a guest. What a shame for such a beautiful place to have fallen.
I have visited theCape Panwa 7 times over the last 23 years and very little has changed. However certain areas have now fallen way below what weI expected. Service in all areas is so poor that guests have given up eating in the hotel. Breakfast is not a patch on what it used to be and is the same everyday. There is no supervision of staff, clearly no training for new staff even to understand the basics of serving a guest. A few of the remaining long term staff have also given up ( their words not mine) as no one seems to care anymore. The decking around the pool area has been there for over 30+ years and is now so dangerous for all guests. Tiles are missing from the main pool and rust is showing in the pool. There are many other tripping hazards in and around the hotel which have been painted black so you can see them better, especially in the dark. ( Really). The hotel general manager was on site but not once did I see him talk to a member of staff or a guest. What a shame for such a beautiful place to have fallen.
6
Lenora
6 May 2024
·
Stayed 8 nights
Positives The lobby area is beautiful, rooms are a decent size with a huge comfy bed. The hotel grounds are lovely & tropical. The swimming pool is a good size, clean and was never too busy during my stay. The beach is nice but it’s not like the images you see online. The hotel staff are nice & approachable, especially the ladies at the front desk. Good variety of breakfast options. Frequent free shuttle service to Cape Kantary (sister hotel) & its nearby amenities/ restaurants. Negatives It’s not a 5-star luxury resort (perhaps it was when it first opened). The rooms (& bathrooms) are dated. The rooms are somewhat clean/ could be cleaner. Unwanted room guests; on two consecutive days I had a gecko/ lizard lurking in the fridge cupboard. Hats off to housekeeping who managed to find and catch the gecko/ lizard on both occasions. I understand that it’s a tropical destination, (& it’s not my first time in a tropical location), but it’s not great that this happened twice within my first 4 nights at Cape Panwa Hotel. I reached out to Cape Panwa Hotel more formally on the above but I haven’t received a response (and I since checked out). Unable to accommodate an earlier check-in (I wasn’t the only guest to experience this). Activities lack authenticity; e.g batik painting. What guests actually do is ‘colour in’ a pre-batik drawn design using the paints provided. That’s all there was to it.
Positives The lobby area is beautiful, rooms are a decent size with a huge comfy bed. The hotel grounds are lovely & tropical. The swimming pool is a good size, clean and was never too busy during my stay. The beach is nice but it’s not like the images you see online. The hotel staff are nice & approachable, especially the ladies at the front desk. Good variety of breakfast options. Frequent free shuttle service to Cape Kantary (sister hotel) & its nearby amenities/ restaurants. Negatives It’s not a 5-star luxury resort (perhaps it was when it first opened). The rooms (& bathrooms) are dated. The rooms are somewhat clean/ could be cleaner. Unwanted room guests; on two consecutive days I had a gecko/ lizard lurking in the fridge cupboard. Hats off to housekeeping who managed to find and catch the gecko/ lizard on both occasions. I understand that it’s a tropical destination, (& it’s not my first time in a tropical location), but it’s not great that this happened twice within my first 4 nights at Cape Panwa Hotel. I reached out to Cape Panwa Hotel more formally on the above but I haven’t received a response (and I since checked out). Unable to accommodate an earlier check-in (I wasn’t the only guest to experience this). Activities lack authenticity; e.g batik painting. What guests actually do is ‘colour in’ a pre-batik drawn design using the paints provided. That’s all there was to it.
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Kevin
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I had a lot of baby spiders in my room and it was everywhere. I killed at least 10 in the bathroom and next to the fridge.
I had a lot of baby spiders in my room and it was everywhere. I killed at least 10 in the bathroom and next to the fridge.
8
Mary
3 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,328 nights
Needs refurbishment
Needs refurbishment
10
David
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful property, walk along the private beach, clean room, accommodating staff, excellent breakfast buffet
Beautiful property, walk along the private beach, clean room, accommodating staff, excellent breakfast buffet
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Kritsana
30 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
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Teeda
10 Jan 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed 3 nights in a junior sea view suite. The view from our room was beautiful. Our room was spacious and clean. We enjoyed going to Too of the Reef for dinner and Otters Bar for drinks, listening to a talented singer/pianist name Ice perform.
We stayed 3 nights in a junior sea view suite. The view from our room was beautiful. Our room was spacious and clean. We enjoyed going to Too of the Reef for dinner and Otters Bar for drinks, listening to a talented singer/pianist name Ice perform.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable with good views; suites and villas can be standout. Several guests found decor and fittings dated and in need of refurbishment.
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vivie
27 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed the spacious room and the private beach
I really enjoyed the spacious room and the private beach
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Kevin
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel for a luxurious stay. The private beach and numerous dining options made this a very relaxing and wonderful trip. Staff were helpful and kind. Room was spacious and well appointed.
Great hotel for a luxurious stay. The private beach and numerous dining options made this a very relaxing and wonderful trip. Staff were helpful and kind. Room was spacious and well appointed.
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Lenora
6 May 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
Positives The lobby area is beautiful, rooms are a decent size with a huge comfy bed. The hotel grounds are lovely & tropical. The swimming pool is a good size, clean and was never too busy during my stay. The beach is nice but it’s not like the images you see online. The hotel staff are nice & approachable, especially the ladies at the front desk. Good variety of breakfast options. Frequent free shuttle service to Cape Kantary (sister hotel) & its nearby amenities/ restaurants. Negatives It’s not a 5-star luxury resort (perhaps it was when it first opened). The rooms (& bathrooms) are dated. The rooms are somewhat clean/ could be cleaner. Unwanted room guests; on two consecutive days I had a gecko/ lizard lurking in the fridge cupboard. Hats off to housekeeping who managed to find and catch the gecko/ lizard on both occasions. I understand that it’s a tropical destination, (& it’s not my first time in a tropical location), but it’s not great that this happened twice within my first 4 nights at Cape Panwa Hotel. I reached out to Cape Panwa Hotel more formally on the above but I haven’t received a response (and I since checked out). Unable to accommodate an earlier check-in (I wasn’t the only guest to experience this). Activities lack authenticity; e.g batik painting. What guests actually do is ‘colour in’ a pre-batik drawn design using the paints provided. That’s all there was to it.
Positives The lobby area is beautiful, rooms are a decent size with a huge comfy bed. The hotel grounds are lovely & tropical. The swimming pool is a good size, clean and was never too busy during my stay. The beach is nice but it’s not like the images you see online. The hotel staff are nice & approachable, especially the ladies at the front desk. Good variety of breakfast options. Frequent free shuttle service to Cape Kantary (sister hotel) & its nearby amenities/ restaurants. Negatives It’s not a 5-star luxury resort (perhaps it was when it first opened). The rooms (& bathrooms) are dated. The rooms are somewhat clean/ could be cleaner. Unwanted room guests; on two consecutive days I had a gecko/ lizard lurking in the fridge cupboard. Hats off to housekeeping who managed to find and catch the gecko/ lizard on both occasions. I understand that it’s a tropical destination, (& it’s not my first time in a tropical location), but it’s not great that this happened twice within my first 4 nights at Cape Panwa Hotel. I reached out to Cape Panwa Hotel more formally on the above but I haven’t received a response (and I since checked out). Unable to accommodate an earlier check-in (I wasn’t the only guest to experience this). Activities lack authenticity; e.g batik painting. What guests actually do is ‘colour in’ a pre-batik drawn design using the paints provided. That’s all there was to it.
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Mary
3 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,328 nights
Needs refurbishment
Needs refurbishment
10
Edwin Jayson
21 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 6 nights
Excellent beach front resort, nice villas with a private pool. Excellent staff, they take care of all your needs, never have stayed at a hotel/resort that takes care of you up to checking in at your airlines
Excellent beach front resort, nice villas with a private pool. Excellent staff, they take care of all your needs, never have stayed at a hotel/resort that takes care of you up to checking in at your airlines
8
Mark
13 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful property and excellent room (junior suite). Nice breakfast.
Beautiful property and excellent room (junior suite). Nice breakfast.
10
Kritsana
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
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lynne
26 Mar 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Beautiful property. Rooms are spacious and beautiful. Staff were kind friendly and helpful.
Beautiful property. Rooms are spacious and beautiful. Staff were kind friendly and helpful.
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Valerie
25 Feb 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The property itself is beautiful and scenic. We loved the private beach, and the view from breakfast never got old. But the food and service is severely lacking, as well as much of the accommodations becoming outdated and worn. The staff at the front desk are helpful and accomodating, but that's where it ends. Several times there were situations I could have used help, like carrying luggage, but the staff offered no assistance. Room service is also lacking. Due to issues created through language barriers, we were not able to effectively communicate with the staff, which led to several misunderstandings and, once, being hung up on. This also leads me to the food, which was extremely lacking in flavor and variety despite the high cost. For example, there were several breakfasts where there were simply no options to eat other than Western food, like bread pudding, bacon, or beans. Since we were at a resort in Thailand, I really expected many more Thai food options than we ever got. In addition to the poor quality of food, restaurants often had high wait times for food to be served or was forgotten about completely. As an example, we waited nearly 40 minutes on a salad at the Bamboo bar. When we went back later, it was over an hour and it was clear the server simply forgot about the order. Overall, I'm disappointed with our experience at a five-star resort. The grounds were stunning and we loved the Panwa house, but everything else was underwhelming. We will not be back.
The property itself is beautiful and scenic. We loved the private beach, and the view from breakfast never got old. But the food and service is severely lacking, as well as much of the accommodations becoming outdated and worn. The staff at the front desk are helpful and accomodating, but that's where it ends. Several times there were situations I could have used help, like carrying luggage, but the staff offered no assistance. Room service is also lacking. Due to issues created through language barriers, we were not able to effectively communicate with the staff, which led to several misunderstandings and, once, being hung up on. This also leads me to the food, which was extremely lacking in flavor and variety despite the high cost. For example, there were several breakfasts where there were simply no options to eat other than Western food, like bread pudding, bacon, or beans. Since we were at a resort in Thailand, I really expected many more Thai food options than we ever got. In addition to the poor quality of food, restaurants often had high wait times for food to be served or was forgotten about completely. As an example, we waited nearly 40 minutes on a salad at the Bamboo bar. When we went back later, it was over an hour and it was clear the server simply forgot about the order. Overall, I'm disappointed with our experience at a five-star resort. The grounds were stunning and we loved the Panwa house, but everything else was underwhelming. We will not be back.
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Teeda
10 Jan 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed 3 nights in a junior sea view suite. The view from our room was beautiful. Our room was spacious and clean. We enjoyed going to Too of the Reef for dinner and Otters Bar for drinks, listening to a talented singer/pianist name Ice perform.
We stayed 3 nights in a junior sea view suite. The view from our room was beautiful. Our room was spacious and clean. We enjoyed going to Too of the Reef for dinner and Otters Bar for drinks, listening to a talented singer/pianist name Ice perform.
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Service
Service feedback is divided: many describe friendly, accommodating staff and thoughtful help, while others report poor training, language barriers, slow or indifferent assistance, and a rude shuttle driver.
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Muhammad
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was great except the shuttle driver, he was so rude and showed inappropriate behavior, I was about to shout at him the way he treated and my wife. We were walking to the shuttle stop he horned at us, rudely gave a gesture to get on the car and abused us in local language. Ruined our whole wonderful stay at hotel
Everything was great except the shuttle driver, he was so rude and showed inappropriate behavior, I was about to shout at him the way he treated and my wife. We were walking to the shuttle stop he horned at us, rudely gave a gesture to get on the car and abused us in local language. Ruined our whole wonderful stay at hotel
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david
25 Mar 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
I have visited theCape Panwa 7 times over the last 23 years and very little has changed. However certain areas have now fallen way below what weI expected. Service in all areas is so poor that guests have given up eating in the hotel. Breakfast is not a patch on what it used to be and is the same everyday. There is no supervision of staff, clearly no training for new staff even to understand the basics of serving a guest. A few of the remaining long term staff have also given up ( their words not mine) as no one seems to care anymore. The decking around the pool area has been there for over 30+ years and is now so dangerous for all guests. Tiles are missing from the main pool and rust is showing in the pool. There are many other tripping hazards in and around the hotel which have been painted black so you can see them better, especially in the dark. ( Really). The hotel general manager was on site but not once did I see him talk to a member of staff or a guest. What a shame for such a beautiful place to have fallen.
I have visited theCape Panwa 7 times over the last 23 years and very little has changed. However certain areas have now fallen way below what weI expected. Service in all areas is so poor that guests have given up eating in the hotel. Breakfast is not a patch on what it used to be and is the same everyday. There is no supervision of staff, clearly no training for new staff even to understand the basics of serving a guest. A few of the remaining long term staff have also given up ( their words not mine) as no one seems to care anymore. The decking around the pool area has been there for over 30+ years and is now so dangerous for all guests. Tiles are missing from the main pool and rust is showing in the pool. There are many other tripping hazards in and around the hotel which have been painted black so you can see them better, especially in the dark. ( Really). The hotel general manager was on site but not once did I see him talk to a member of staff or a guest. What a shame for such a beautiful place to have fallen.
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Jorge
5 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The property has seen better days, but the staff is extremely helpful and will make you feel well taken care of.
The property has seen better days, but the staff is extremely helpful and will make you feel well taken care of.
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Daria
7 May 2025
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Stayed 13 nights
The hotel accommodated all of our requests and upgraded our room because my mom in a poor health and couldn’t walk the stairs, it was greatly appreciated! Nice stuff and service was on point. We will definitely come back to this hotel.
The hotel accommodated all of our requests and upgraded our room because my mom in a poor health and couldn’t walk the stairs, it was greatly appreciated! Nice stuff and service was on point. We will definitely come back to this hotel.
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Harun Fehmi
14 Feb 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Only the room met our expectations. The hotel is not stroller friendly, because an elevator dont exist on thr premesis. You have use stairs to go to your room and a cable car to go to the beach, but its difficult to have the stroller with you in the cable car. The beach is full of big and sharp stones so its not child friendly at all. The lunch was terrible, so we decided not to eat dinner at the hotel. We ordered from outside the hotel. The service in general was under our expectations. Many of the staff members didnt understand english. But Kim from the reception was great, she was kind and helpfull. But a lot of the times we unfortenatly feelt that the other receptionmembers was bullied her, espacially the receptionist with russian accent.
Only the room met our expectations. The hotel is not stroller friendly, because an elevator dont exist on thr premesis. You have use stairs to go to your room and a cable car to go to the beach, but its difficult to have the stroller with you in the cable car. The beach is full of big and sharp stones so its not child friendly at all. The lunch was terrible, so we decided not to eat dinner at the hotel. We ordered from outside the hotel. The service in general was under our expectations. Many of the staff members didnt understand english. But Kim from the reception was great, she was kind and helpfull. But a lot of the times we unfortenatly feelt that the other receptionmembers was bullied her, espacially the receptionist with russian accent.
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Laura
6 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very friendly staff, great amenities
Very friendly staff, great amenities
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Edwin Jayson
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Excellent beach front resort, nice villas with a private pool. Excellent staff, they take care of all your needs, never have stayed at a hotel/resort that takes care of you up to checking in at your airlines
Excellent beach front resort, nice villas with a private pool. Excellent staff, they take care of all your needs, never have stayed at a hotel/resort that takes care of you up to checking in at your airlines
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lynne
26 Mar 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Beautiful property. Rooms are spacious and beautiful. Staff were kind friendly and helpful.
Beautiful property. Rooms are spacious and beautiful. Staff were kind friendly and helpful.
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Valerie
25 Feb 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The property itself is beautiful and scenic. We loved the private beach, and the view from breakfast never got old. But the food and service is severely lacking, as well as much of the accommodations becoming outdated and worn. The staff at the front desk are helpful and accomodating, but that's where it ends. Several times there were situations I could have used help, like carrying luggage, but the staff offered no assistance. Room service is also lacking. Due to issues created through language barriers, we were not able to effectively communicate with the staff, which led to several misunderstandings and, once, being hung up on. This also leads me to the food, which was extremely lacking in flavor and variety despite the high cost. For example, there were several breakfasts where there were simply no options to eat other than Western food, like bread pudding, bacon, or beans. Since we were at a resort in Thailand, I really expected many more Thai food options than we ever got. In addition to the poor quality of food, restaurants often had high wait times for food to be served or was forgotten about completely. As an example, we waited nearly 40 minutes on a salad at the Bamboo bar. When we went back later, it was over an hour and it was clear the server simply forgot about the order. Overall, I'm disappointed with our experience at a five-star resort. The grounds were stunning and we loved the Panwa house, but everything else was underwhelming. We will not be back.
The property itself is beautiful and scenic. We loved the private beach, and the view from breakfast never got old. But the food and service is severely lacking, as well as much of the accommodations becoming outdated and worn. The staff at the front desk are helpful and accomodating, but that's where it ends. Several times there were situations I could have used help, like carrying luggage, but the staff offered no assistance. Room service is also lacking. Due to issues created through language barriers, we were not able to effectively communicate with the staff, which led to several misunderstandings and, once, being hung up on. This also leads me to the food, which was extremely lacking in flavor and variety despite the high cost. For example, there were several breakfasts where there were simply no options to eat other than Western food, like bread pudding, bacon, or beans. Since we were at a resort in Thailand, I really expected many more Thai food options than we ever got. In addition to the poor quality of food, restaurants often had high wait times for food to be served or was forgotten about completely. As an example, we waited nearly 40 minutes on a salad at the Bamboo bar. When we went back later, it was over an hour and it was clear the server simply forgot about the order. Overall, I'm disappointed with our experience at a five-star resort. The grounds were stunning and we loved the Panwa house, but everything else was underwhelming. We will not be back.
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teresa
3 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
You have to be able to do stairs. The breakfast buffet is fabulous, room service & laundry service are excellent and affordable. Staff is extremely efficient and friendly.
You have to be able to do stairs. The breakfast buffet is fabulous, room service & laundry service are excellent and affordable. Staff is extremely efficient and friendly.
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Location
Quiet, beachfront setting suited to a relaxing retreat away from Phuket's party areas. The remote position makes reaching town and shops less convenient, though a few nearby eateries and a 7-11 help.
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Vincenzo
15 Apr 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Posto splendido e immerso nel verde con una spiaggia privata bellissima tra le palme. Ottimo servizio. Acqua di un colore turchese, ma purtroppo, con la maschera, molto tirbida
Posto splendido e immerso nel verde con una spiaggia privata bellissima tra le palme. Ottimo servizio. Acqua di un colore turchese, ma purtroppo, con la maschera, molto tirbida
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Philippe
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
If you want a sanctuary away from the party scene, this is for you. Fans of the Thai Drama I Told Sunset About you can channel PP Krit and Billkin at Panwa House!
If you want a sanctuary away from the party scene, this is for you. Fans of the Thai Drama I Told Sunset About you can channel PP Krit and Billkin at Panwa House!
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Lenora
6 May 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
Positives The lobby area is beautiful, rooms are a decent size with a huge comfy bed. The hotel grounds are lovely & tropical. The swimming pool is a good size, clean and was never too busy during my stay. The beach is nice but it’s not like the images you see online. The hotel staff are nice & approachable, especially the ladies at the front desk. Good variety of breakfast options. Frequent free shuttle service to Cape Kantary (sister hotel) & its nearby amenities/ restaurants. Negatives It’s not a 5-star luxury resort (perhaps it was when it first opened). The rooms (& bathrooms) are dated. The rooms are somewhat clean/ could be cleaner. Unwanted room guests; on two consecutive days I had a gecko/ lizard lurking in the fridge cupboard. Hats off to housekeeping who managed to find and catch the gecko/ lizard on both occasions. I understand that it’s a tropical destination, (& it’s not my first time in a tropical location), but it’s not great that this happened twice within my first 4 nights at Cape Panwa Hotel. I reached out to Cape Panwa Hotel more formally on the above but I haven’t received a response (and I since checked out). Unable to accommodate an earlier check-in (I wasn’t the only guest to experience this). Activities lack authenticity; e.g batik painting. What guests actually do is ‘colour in’ a pre-batik drawn design using the paints provided. That’s all there was to it.
Positives The lobby area is beautiful, rooms are a decent size with a huge comfy bed. The hotel grounds are lovely & tropical. The swimming pool is a good size, clean and was never too busy during my stay. The beach is nice but it’s not like the images you see online. The hotel staff are nice & approachable, especially the ladies at the front desk. Good variety of breakfast options. Frequent free shuttle service to Cape Kantary (sister hotel) & its nearby amenities/ restaurants. Negatives It’s not a 5-star luxury resort (perhaps it was when it first opened). The rooms (& bathrooms) are dated. The rooms are somewhat clean/ could be cleaner. Unwanted room guests; on two consecutive days I had a gecko/ lizard lurking in the fridge cupboard. Hats off to housekeeping who managed to find and catch the gecko/ lizard on both occasions. I understand that it’s a tropical destination, (& it’s not my first time in a tropical location), but it’s not great that this happened twice within my first 4 nights at Cape Panwa Hotel. I reached out to Cape Panwa Hotel more formally on the above but I haven’t received a response (and I since checked out). Unable to accommodate an earlier check-in (I wasn’t the only guest to experience this). Activities lack authenticity; e.g batik painting. What guests actually do is ‘colour in’ a pre-batik drawn design using the paints provided. That’s all there was to it.
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Amanda
12 Feb 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Fabulous retreat perfect setting , staff amazing , but drinks and food a bit overpriced especially as they appear to add service charge and tax which we did not see anywhere else on our three weeks travels . That said the location is fab and there are restaurants and 711 nearby . Would definitely visit again and hopefully next year .
Fabulous retreat perfect setting , staff amazing , but drinks and food a bit overpriced especially as they appear to add service charge and tax which we did not see anywhere else on our three weeks travels . That said the location is fab and there are restaurants and 711 nearby . Would definitely visit again and hopefully next year .
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Adriana
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Overall great quiet place to stay
Overall great quiet place to stay
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David
19 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The property and location were beautiful. The distance from even the local shops was inconvenient, and getting to the town centre quite expensive. Considering these factors, having the main bar closed for 2 days each week as the restaurants were, on rotation, it would be a good relax for adults but could be a bit difficult with kids
The property and location were beautiful. The distance from even the local shops was inconvenient, and getting to the town centre quite expensive. Considering these factors, having the main bar closed for 2 days each week as the restaurants were, on rotation, it would be a good relax for adults but could be a bit difficult with kids
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P
5 Aug 2022
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Stayed 6 nights
A great hotel with its own beach and unique character.
A great hotel with its own beach and unique character.
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Pung
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel with great beach.
Lovely hotel with great beach.
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Kritsana
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
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Per-Tore
25 Dec 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Superb location. Private beach. And a really lovely restaurant by the seaside.
Superb location. Private beach. And a really lovely restaurant by the seaside.
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Dining
Breakfast is often praised, and venues like Panwa House, the seaside restaurant, and Top of the Reef are enjoyed. Others found food quality or variety lacking, service slow, occasional venue rotations or closures, and prices relatively high with added charges.
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Kevin
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel for a luxurious stay. The private beach and numerous dining options made this a very relaxing and wonderful trip. Staff were helpful and kind. Room was spacious and well appointed.
Great hotel for a luxurious stay. The private beach and numerous dining options made this a very relaxing and wonderful trip. Staff were helpful and kind. Room was spacious and well appointed.
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Amanda
12 Feb 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Fabulous retreat perfect setting , staff amazing , but drinks and food a bit overpriced especially as they appear to add service charge and tax which we did not see anywhere else on our three weeks travels . That said the location is fab and there are restaurants and 711 nearby . Would definitely visit again and hopefully next year .
Fabulous retreat perfect setting , staff amazing , but drinks and food a bit overpriced especially as they appear to add service charge and tax which we did not see anywhere else on our three weeks travels . That said the location is fab and there are restaurants and 711 nearby . Would definitely visit again and hopefully next year .
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David
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful property, walk along the private beach, clean room, accommodating staff, excellent breakfast buffet
Beautiful property, walk along the private beach, clean room, accommodating staff, excellent breakfast buffet
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Harun Fehmi
14 Feb 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Only the room met our expectations. The hotel is not stroller friendly, because an elevator dont exist on thr premesis. You have use stairs to go to your room and a cable car to go to the beach, but its difficult to have the stroller with you in the cable car. The beach is full of big and sharp stones so its not child friendly at all. The lunch was terrible, so we decided not to eat dinner at the hotel. We ordered from outside the hotel. The service in general was under our expectations. Many of the staff members didnt understand english. But Kim from the reception was great, she was kind and helpfull. But a lot of the times we unfortenatly feelt that the other receptionmembers was bullied her, espacially the receptionist with russian accent.
Only the room met our expectations. The hotel is not stroller friendly, because an elevator dont exist on thr premesis. You have use stairs to go to your room and a cable car to go to the beach, but its difficult to have the stroller with you in the cable car. The beach is full of big and sharp stones so its not child friendly at all. The lunch was terrible, so we decided not to eat dinner at the hotel. We ordered from outside the hotel. The service in general was under our expectations. Many of the staff members didnt understand english. But Kim from the reception was great, she was kind and helpfull. But a lot of the times we unfortenatly feelt that the other receptionmembers was bullied her, espacially the receptionist with russian accent.
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Kritsana
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
Here's a grammatically corrected and slightly refined review of the Cape Panwa Hotel: The Cape Panwa Hotel is situated on Cape Panwa Beach, located in the southern part of Phuket. It is quite a distance from other popular attractions, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway. The hotel is expansive, offering a wide variety of room types. My seaview room was excellent: spacious, clean, comfortable, and complete with a balcony. There are numerous restaurants within the hotel. The Panwa House, a Thai restaurant, is a must-try. Breakfast offers a good variety of food, though nothing particularly stands out. The hotel also provides a gym, spa, two swimming pools, and a kids' room. Overall, this hotel is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
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Barbara
31 Jul 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Bella struttura, personale gentile e colazione ottima!
Bella struttura, personale gentile e colazione ottima!
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Per-Tore
25 Dec 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Superb location. Private beach. And a really lovely restaurant by the seaside.
Superb location. Private beach. And a really lovely restaurant by the seaside.
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Valerie
25 Feb 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The property itself is beautiful and scenic. We loved the private beach, and the view from breakfast never got old. But the food and service is severely lacking, as well as much of the accommodations becoming outdated and worn. The staff at the front desk are helpful and accomodating, but that's where it ends. Several times there were situations I could have used help, like carrying luggage, but the staff offered no assistance. Room service is also lacking. Due to issues created through language barriers, we were not able to effectively communicate with the staff, which led to several misunderstandings and, once, being hung up on. This also leads me to the food, which was extremely lacking in flavor and variety despite the high cost. For example, there were several breakfasts where there were simply no options to eat other than Western food, like bread pudding, bacon, or beans. Since we were at a resort in Thailand, I really expected many more Thai food options than we ever got. In addition to the poor quality of food, restaurants often had high wait times for food to be served or was forgotten about completely. As an example, we waited nearly 40 minutes on a salad at the Bamboo bar. When we went back later, it was over an hour and it was clear the server simply forgot about the order. Overall, I'm disappointed with our experience at a five-star resort. The grounds were stunning and we loved the Panwa house, but everything else was underwhelming. We will not be back.
The property itself is beautiful and scenic. We loved the private beach, and the view from breakfast never got old. But the food and service is severely lacking, as well as much of the accommodations becoming outdated and worn. The staff at the front desk are helpful and accomodating, but that's where it ends. Several times there were situations I could have used help, like carrying luggage, but the staff offered no assistance. Room service is also lacking. Due to issues created through language barriers, we were not able to effectively communicate with the staff, which led to several misunderstandings and, once, being hung up on. This also leads me to the food, which was extremely lacking in flavor and variety despite the high cost. For example, there were several breakfasts where there were simply no options to eat other than Western food, like bread pudding, bacon, or beans. Since we were at a resort in Thailand, I really expected many more Thai food options than we ever got. In addition to the poor quality of food, restaurants often had high wait times for food to be served or was forgotten about completely. As an example, we waited nearly 40 minutes on a salad at the Bamboo bar. When we went back later, it was over an hour and it was clear the server simply forgot about the order. Overall, I'm disappointed with our experience at a five-star resort. The grounds were stunning and we loved the Panwa house, but everything else was underwhelming. We will not be back.
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Teeda
10 Jan 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed 3 nights in a junior sea view suite. The view from our room was beautiful. Our room was spacious and clean. We enjoyed going to Too of the Reef for dinner and Otters Bar for drinks, listening to a talented singer/pianist name Ice perform.
We stayed 3 nights in a junior sea view suite. The view from our room was beautiful. Our room was spacious and clean. We enjoyed going to Too of the Reef for dinner and Otters Bar for drinks, listening to a talented singer/pianist name Ice perform.
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teresa
3 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
You have to be able to do stairs. The breakfast buffet is fabulous, room service & laundry service are excellent and affordable. Staff is extremely efficient and friendly.
You have to be able to do stairs. The breakfast buffet is fabulous, room service & laundry service are excellent and affordable. Staff is extremely efficient and friendly.
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Louisa
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The resort is wonderful. Situated on the coast, the resort sprawls the coast line. Abeilt it is far from any hustle and bustle, it is a perfect place to reset and relax. With the option of many restaurants, pools, beach or a shuttle down to the local shops, it is a very calming place for a beach side holiday.
The resort is wonderful. Situated on the coast, the resort sprawls the coast line. Abeilt it is far from any hustle and bustle, it is a perfect place to reset and relax. With the option of many restaurants, pools, beach or a shuttle down to the local shops, it is a very calming place for a beach side holiday.
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Vivek
26 Jul 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
The best property I have ever stayed !!
The best property I have ever stayed !!
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Sau
24 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
What not to like with luxury Cape Panwa Hotel Friendly staff The view Large and clean rooms Easy access to the beach with the tram with free water sport Lovely hotel restaurants especially the Panwa House Easy to get around with the free shuttle
What not to like with luxury Cape Panwa Hotel Friendly staff The view Large and clean rooms Easy access to the beach with the tram with free water sport Lovely hotel restaurants especially the Panwa House Easy to get around with the free shuttle
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Dylan
8 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This property looks like it was great some years ago or with the last owner, but his since started to dwindle. Deferred maintenance is evident around in most places. Staff was helpful when put to the task of correcting something that shouldn’t have been an issue in the first place, but nonetheless corrections were diligently addressed. The biggest complaint would be the food. Overall, it was really subpar. One meal in particular was so awful. It was inedible. A grilled seafood platter for two was presented to us. The appearance, rotten smell, and presentation of the food was deplorable. The shrimp and lobster tails looked as though they had been harvested from a bucket of sewage. Our waitress quickly took it off the bill and agreed that she would not eat it. On another occasion on the day of our departure, we were offered a breakfast to go as we had paid for the breakfast buffet, which we were told in the morning before we were not allowed to take anything from with us on our excursion. The box breakfast on the day of departure consisted of a couple of stale pastries. The cost of adding breakfast for the four of us that was missed for two days was very disappointing. This property could be great again, but needs a major cash investment and some serious staff and kitchen training. We were on a very long six week holiday and this was two days of long our journey - it was the low point of our trip across nine countries. We were disappointed. Food pic attached.
This property looks like it was great some years ago or with the last owner, but his since started to dwindle. Deferred maintenance is evident around in most places. Staff was helpful when put to the task of correcting something that shouldn’t have been an issue in the first place, but nonetheless corrections were diligently addressed. The biggest complaint would be the food. Overall, it was really subpar. One meal in particular was so awful. It was inedible. A grilled seafood platter for two was presented to us. The appearance, rotten smell, and presentation of the food was deplorable. The shrimp and lobster tails looked as though they had been harvested from a bucket of sewage. Our waitress quickly took it off the bill and agreed that she would not eat it. On another occasion on the day of our departure, we were offered a breakfast to go as we had paid for the breakfast buffet, which we were told in the morning before we were not allowed to take anything from with us on our excursion. The box breakfast on the day of departure consisted of a couple of stale pastries. The cost of adding breakfast for the four of us that was missed for two days was very disappointing. This property could be great again, but needs a major cash investment and some serious staff and kitchen training. We were on a very long six week holiday and this was two days of long our journey - it was the low point of our trip across nine countries. We were disappointed. Food pic attached.
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Samantha
8 Apr 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Wonderful hotel, friendly staff and superb room. The absolute suite with our own swimming pool really was fantastic.
Wonderful hotel, friendly staff and superb room. The absolute suite with our own swimming pool really was fantastic.
FAQs about Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket
Is parking available at the property?
Limited parking is available onsite. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
The standard check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
Is there an airport shuttle service available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge of THB 1200.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2). Guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including the registration desk and public areas. Specific details about room accessibility should be confirmed with the property prior to arrival.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Wichit (Cape Panwa), within a 5-minute drive of Phuket Aquarium and Chalong Bay. It is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Ao Yon Beach and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Central Phuket.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features 2 outdoor pools. The pools are operational year-round and include options for children.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
What are the policies regarding extra beds or cribs?
Rollaway beds are available for a fee of THB 1800.00 per night. Reservations for extra beds should be made in advance and are subject to availability.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-18: NO DATA
- 2026-09-19: 95.67873312683105USD
- 2026-09-20: 95.42647397460937USD
- 2026-09-21: 98.07210357589722USD
- 2026-09-22: 92.04331652145385USD
- 2026-09-23: 106.53334706039428USD
- 2026-09-24: 95.42022091827391USD
- 2026-09-25: 95.42022091827391USD
- 2026-09-26: 86.13648158111572USD
- 2026-09-27: 118.3504324760437USD
- 2026-09-28: 98.91218505477904USD
- 2026-09-29: 99.93547057495117USD
- 2026-09-30: 98.07210357589722USD
- 2026-10-01: 100.78738381729126USD
- 2026-10-02: 119.47732255706786USD
- 2026-10-03: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-04: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-05: 103.05508009490966USD
- 2026-10-06: 119.47732255706786USD
- 2026-10-07: 99.2994804473877USD
- 2026-10-08: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-09: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-10: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-11: 103.05508009490966USD
- 2026-10-12: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-13: 103.05508009490966USD
- 2026-10-14: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-15: 115.14476899032591USD
- 2026-10-16: 125.87251769409178USD
- 2026-10-17: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-18: 103.63663184967041USD
- 2026-10-19: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-20: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-21: 103.03301048431396USD
- 2026-10-22: 111.26594735031127USD
- 2026-10-23: 133.55804063949583USD
- 2026-10-24: 110.4849195953369USD
- 2026-10-25: 171.724147996521USD
- 2026-10-26: 170.31694758758545USD
- 2026-10-27: 171.76581752319333USD
- 2026-10-28: 171.724147996521USD
- 2026-10-29: 165.56001817932128USD
- 2026-10-30: 165.56001817932128USD
- 2026-10-31: 171.724147996521USD
- 2026-11-01: 152.1150887954712USD
- 2026-11-02: 152.1150887954712USD
- 2026-11-03: 144.16208567275999USD
- 2026-11-04: 152.1150887954712USD
- 2026-11-05: 240.260342829895USD
- 2026-11-06: 196.6975413330078USD
- 2026-11-07: 196.6975413330078USD
- 2026-11-08: 240.260342829895USD
- 2026-11-09: 152.1150887954712USD
- 2026-11-10: 152.1150887954712USD
- 2026-11-11: 152.1150887954712USD
- 2026-11-12: 161.89057759094237USD
- 2026-11-13: 228.33382017059324USD
- 2026-11-14: 228.33382017059324USD
- 2026-11-15: 161.89057759094237USD
- 2026-11-16: 161.89057759094237USD
- 2026-11-17: 205.50664391784667USD
- 2026-11-18: 345.00623534545895USD
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.
- One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately THB 765 for adults and THB 383 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: THB 1200.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: THB 1200 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
- Rollaway bed fee: THB 1800.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Business centre
Room service
Tour desk
General
Room service
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Sauna
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Massage
Spa & wellness centre
Kids club
Picnic area/Tables
Packed lunches
Family room
Beach Sun Loungers
Snack Bar/Deli
Services
Business centre
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
Activities
Swimming pool
Private beach
Garden
Beach (nearby)
Playground
Canoeing
Pool outdoor
Live music
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Table Tennis
Terrace
Fitness Center (nearby)
Parking
Parking
Free parking
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Internet
Free wi-fi