VARANA Krabi Hotel
US$163
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for VARANA Krabi Hotel
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US$163
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at VARANA Krabi Hotel average US$119 in the cheapest month (September) and US$317 in the most expensive month (January), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$317 |
| February | US$276 |
| March | US$223 |
| April | US$196 |
| May | US$154 |
| June | US$137 |
| July | US$129 |
| August | US$124 |
| September | US$119 |
| October | US$163 |
| November | US$245 |
| December | US$286 |
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Cheapest: September (~US$119)
About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor pools, a steam room, and a fitness center. This hotel also features com...
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor pools, a steam room, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Krabi? This hotel has 2076 square feet (193 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 141 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
Location
With a stay at Varana Hotel Krabi in Krabi (Nong Thale), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Khlong Muang Beach and 7 minutes from Tubkaek Beach. This beach hotel is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Ao Nang Beach and 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Nopparat Thara Beach.
What's nearby
Koh Kwang Beach(0.3 Miles)
Khlong Muang Beach(0.4 Miles)
Laem Bong Beach(1.3 Miles)
Tubkaek Beach(2.6 Miles)
Pan Beach(3.5 Miles)
Ao Nang Krabi Boxing Stadium(5.9 Miles)
Ao Nang Landmark Night Market(6.1 Miles)
Wattanapat Hospital(6.1 Miles)
Klong Root(6.3 Miles)
Ao-nang Beach Walk Market(6.6 Miles)
Spirit Mountain(7.3 Miles)
McDonald, Aonang(7.5 Miles)
Shell Cemetery(7.8 Miles)
Nopparat Thara Beach(8.3 Miles)
Pai Plong Bay(8.3 Miles)
Krabi Intl. Airport (KBV)(21.5 Miles)
Phuket Intl. Airport (HKT)(90.3 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room service
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Location
258 Moo 3 Tambol Nongtalay Amphur Muang Krabi 81180, Thailand, Ban Ko Kwang, Krabi, Thailand
Koh Kwang Beach (0.3 Miles)
Khlong Muang Beach (0.4 Miles)
Laem Bong Beach (1.3 Miles)
Tubkaek Beach (2.6 Miles)
Pan Beach (3.5 Miles)
Ao Nang Krabi Boxing Stadium (5.9 Miles)
Room options
3
Luxe Ocean View Twin with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
7
Horizon Garden King
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
581 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
4
Luxe Plus Ocean View King
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
603 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
2
Luxe Ocean View King with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
4
Luxe Plus Ocean View King with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Horizon Ocean King with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
13
Presidential Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
1938 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking BathtubPrivate PoolIndoor Private Spa Tub
3
Luxe Pool View Twin Bed with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
2
Luxe Ocean View King
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
409 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
4
Luxe Plus Mountain View King
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Luxe Mountain View King with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Connecting Room with Mountain View
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 5
969 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Connecting Room with Ocean View
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 5
1012 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Horizon Jacuzzi King
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
581 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Luxe Plus Pool View King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
560 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
6
Horizon Ocean King
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
581 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Luxe Mountain View Twin
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
409 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
8
Three Bedroom Suite Pool Access
Room details
3× Extra-Large Double Beds
Sleeps 8
1787 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Horizon Jacuzzi King with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Presidential Suite with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Luxe Plus Pool View King Bed with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Luxe Mountain View Twin with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Connecting Room with Pool View
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 5
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Three Bedroom Suite Pool Access with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
3× Extra-Large Double Beds
Sleeps 8
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Luxe Ocean View Twin
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
409 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Luxe Pool View Twin Bed
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
409 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Luxe Mountain View King
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
409 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
1
Luxe Pool King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
409 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
4
Luxe Plus Mountain View King with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
560 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
3
Horizon Garden King with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
2
Luxe Pool View King Bed with Naam Wellness (Hydrotherapy)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
Guest reviews of VARANA Krabi Hotel
9.1
Superb
Based on 1,355 verified reviews
What guests think
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Reviews of VARANA Krabi Hotel highlight stylish, spacious rooms, standout pools and fitness facilities, and consistently friendly staff, with many guests praising the excellent, varied breakfasts and the relaxing, quieter setting near a beach club across the road.
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Reviews of VARANA Krabi Hotel highlight stylish, spacious rooms, standout pools and fitness facilities, and consistently friendly staff, with many guests praising the excellent, varied breakfasts and the relaxing, quieter setting near a beach club across the road.
Some guests were disappointed by extra charges for activities and the partner beach club pool, and noted the hotel is not directly beachfront. Service is usually warm but can be slow or disorganized at check-in or in restaurants, with occasional language barriers. A few mentioned early-morning noise and modest soundproofing. Expect a modern, activity-rich resort stay with excellent facilities.
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Facilities
Extensive facilities include multiple pools (including a 50m lap pool), a well-equipped gym, onsen/spa, and daily wellness activities; beach access is via the partner beach club across the road. Several activities and the beach club pool require extra fees.
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Lindsay
10 Jan 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Phenomenal property and such a great experience. We normally leave the hotel to do activities surrounding but had a hard time doing it this time around because Varana had everything you could need at such an affordable price! Food, spa, pools, activities were all amazing and we will be back for sure! This is a MUST stay if you are visiting Krabi!
Phenomenal property and such a great experience. We normally leave the hotel to do activities surrounding but had a hard time doing it this time around because Varana had everything you could need at such an affordable price! Food, spa, pools, activities were all amazing and we will be back for sure! This is a MUST stay if you are visiting Krabi!
10
Jakob
7 Jan 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Great hotel, everything was high quality and the staff is very attentive. Would love to come back. The only thing I would change is the noisy paddle-session that lasts 1-1,5 hours with loud party music between 11am and 12 which is annoying to all others trying to have a chill morning by the pool.
Great hotel, everything was high quality and the staff is very attentive. Would love to come back. The only thing I would change is the noisy paddle-session that lasts 1-1,5 hours with loud party music between 11am and 12 which is annoying to all others trying to have a chill morning by the pool.
10
Jessica
24 Dec 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
Really lovely resort - lots of area's to relax and pools are fab. The place is very new so lush facilities. Great to have free kayaking and beach volley ball facilities etc. Breakfast was excellent. Only dislikes were the gym is a bit crowded in am, and no room to be. For a place that is marketed as a wellcation facility I expected yoga options and exercise classes at a reasonable price. Great restaurants at resort (Sala) but rather more expensive then local places which are great. And happy hour cocktaisl very disappointing at the beach club.
Really lovely resort - lots of area's to relax and pools are fab. The place is very new so lush facilities. Great to have free kayaking and beach volley ball facilities etc. Breakfast was excellent. Only dislikes were the gym is a bit crowded in am, and no room to be. For a place that is marketed as a wellcation facility I expected yoga options and exercise classes at a reasonable price. Great restaurants at resort (Sala) but rather more expensive then local places which are great. And happy hour cocktaisl very disappointing at the beach club.
10
Alexander
13 Jan 2026
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Stayed 8 nights
Vårt andra besök på Varana, vi trivdes igen oerhört bra. Framförallt tycker vi om den stora olympiska poolen
Vårt andra besök på Varana, vi trivdes igen oerhört bra. Framförallt tycker vi om den stora olympiska poolen
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Steffen
9 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Wir waren von der Pool-Landschaft begeistert. Der 50 Meter Pool ist einfach ein Traum für Schwimmer. Gym und andere Sport Aktivitäten werden im Überfluss angeboten.
Wir waren von der Pool-Landschaft begeistert. Der 50 Meter Pool ist einfach ein Traum für Schwimmer. Gym und andere Sport Aktivitäten werden im Überfluss angeboten.
8
Aleena
4 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel has good value for money and offers a wellness experience without the usual high price tag. The grounds have marked walking paths and the stairs give you calorie burn counts as you climb. There are also outdoor areas to do things like pull ups or circuits. The outdoor reflexology walkway is an added bonus! Then there are the activities - a daily schedule of things like yoga and pilates to fill your time, most of them free. There's a fully equipped muay thai area and though the classes are at a small fee, it's worth it! There are two breakfast restaurants and both offer serene nature views (mountains versus the sea). Breakfast quality is OK, but standouts were the soups and local fruits. The food at the cafe is on par with the good quality you can get outside, and we ended up trying their Thai menu a few times. The mocktails are also expertly crafted and some of the best I've ever had. There were a few slightly disappointing things, but the benefits far outweighed them. These were; the entire property being painted a dull grey with an industrial feel which took away from the natural surroundings; the beach club being a straight up party vibe with a DJ which contradicted the wellness feel of the hotel, and; the in-room amenities being limited and basic. Overall, because of the service, activities offered and price, I would recommend Varana for a stay.
This hotel has good value for money and offers a wellness experience without the usual high price tag. The grounds have marked walking paths and the stairs give you calorie burn counts as you climb. There are also outdoor areas to do things like pull ups or circuits. The outdoor reflexology walkway is an added bonus! Then there are the activities - a daily schedule of things like yoga and pilates to fill your time, most of them free. There's a fully equipped muay thai area and though the classes are at a small fee, it's worth it! There are two breakfast restaurants and both offer serene nature views (mountains versus the sea). Breakfast quality is OK, but standouts were the soups and local fruits. The food at the cafe is on par with the good quality you can get outside, and we ended up trying their Thai menu a few times. The mocktails are also expertly crafted and some of the best I've ever had. There were a few slightly disappointing things, but the benefits far outweighed them. These were; the entire property being painted a dull grey with an industrial feel which took away from the natural surroundings; the beach club being a straight up party vibe with a DJ which contradicted the wellness feel of the hotel, and; the in-room amenities being limited and basic. Overall, because of the service, activities offered and price, I would recommend Varana for a stay.
10
TIM
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place is amazing! The Olympic sized pool is spectacular. Breakfast was perfect with a beautiful view Highly recommend. It has to be the best hotel in the area
This place is amazing! The Olympic sized pool is spectacular. Breakfast was perfect with a beautiful view Highly recommend. It has to be the best hotel in the area
10
Cyril
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Located on the west side of Krabi only 15 mins away from the night market. The facility has a lot of physical activities with an olympic swimming pool, boxing ring and a gym (indoor and outdoor).
Located on the west side of Krabi only 15 mins away from the night market. The facility has a lot of physical activities with an olympic swimming pool, boxing ring and a gym (indoor and outdoor).
8
Mauro
30 Dec 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Tudo muito bom com excessão do Beach Club que para usar a piscina tem uma taxa extra. O hotel não fica em frente à praia Temos que atravessar uma rua, onde chegamos ao Beach Club citado acima. Onreata muito bom!
Tudo muito bom com excessão do Beach Club que para usar a piscina tem uma taxa extra. O hotel não fica em frente à praia Temos que atravessar uma rua, onde chegamos ao Beach Club citado acima. Onreata muito bom!
10
Gyte
9 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Onsen experience was incredible, highly recommend morning hike that they have as a fitness activity it’s 3.7 km trek to the mountain so worth it and exceeded my expectation as I though it will be a brisk walk! Enjoyed HIIT class as well! Gym has very good space and equipment.
Onsen experience was incredible, highly recommend morning hike that they have as a fitness activity it’s 3.7 km trek to the mountain so worth it and exceeded my expectation as I though it will be a brisk walk! Enjoyed HIIT class as well! Gym has very good space and equipment.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the property and rooms as very clean and well maintained. A few isolated comments mention maintenance or cleanliness issues.
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10
Luiza
24 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Excelente hotel. Tudo limpo e organizado. Staff super atencioso. Tive uma excelente experiência
Excelente hotel. Tudo limpo e organizado. Staff super atencioso. Tive uma excelente experiência
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Emir
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
Overall, it is a very good facility. The staff are very friendly and very helpful. The rooms are cleaned every day. The breakfast is very positive. The bread is home-baked in their own bakery and is very delicious. At the same time, the choice of food is very varied. We felt very comfortable and would come back again.
Overall, it is a very good facility. The staff are very friendly and very helpful. The rooms are cleaned every day. The breakfast is very positive. The bread is home-baked in their own bakery and is very delicious. At the same time, the choice of food is very varied. We felt very comfortable and would come back again.
10
Courtney
9 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a fabulous stay and with my family of five! We had 2 rooms and they were very spacious and clean and modern. Loved the bathroom and amenities! The food was spectacular and appreciative of the fresh water.
This was a fabulous stay and with my family of five! We had 2 rooms and they were very spacious and clean and modern. Loved the bathroom and amenities! The food was spectacular and appreciative of the fresh water.
10
David
8 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
New hotel, very clean. The staff are amazing, so helpful and friendly. The hotel is located in a quieter part, maybe 15 mins in a car from the main touristy bit - for us that is a positive. The swimming pools are great, two kid friendly pools and a huge/deep pool for exercise/diving. How the hotel could improve: - better sound proofing in the rooms - branded shampoo/conditioner - a small mirror was taped onto the big mirror in the bathroom, this kept falling off which was rather annoying. Minor complaints. Highly recommend this hotel if you’re looking for a luxury break.
New hotel, very clean. The staff are amazing, so helpful and friendly. The hotel is located in a quieter part, maybe 15 mins in a car from the main touristy bit - for us that is a positive. The swimming pools are great, two kid friendly pools and a huge/deep pool for exercise/diving. How the hotel could improve: - better sound proofing in the rooms - branded shampoo/conditioner - a small mirror was taped onto the big mirror in the bathroom, this kept falling off which was rather annoying. Minor complaints. Highly recommend this hotel if you’re looking for a luxury break.
8
Rod
11 Jan 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was nice clean and comfortable
Room was nice clean and comfortable
10
Kristine S.
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Virkelig fantastisk hotel, der er smukt og pænt og rent. Dejlig poolområder og en god restaurant. Udvalget på morgenmadsrestauranten er helt fantastisk.
Virkelig fantastisk hotel, der er smukt og pænt og rent. Dejlig poolområder og en god restaurant. Udvalget på morgenmadsrestauranten er helt fantastisk.
10
Maria
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
What a wonderful experience at The Varana Hotel. The staff was absolutely lovely from start to finish. They were very accomodating and made our visit extra special. The whole hotel vibe was super beautiful and modern. Our room was spacious and I loved the sustainability throughout the entire property. The breakfast was delicious and had many made to order and healthy options. The restaurant Kin, was also so good. We ate there regularly for lunch and dinner. Lastly, the Onsen spa was amazing and we enjoyed how nice and clean it was. Overall, a magical experience! We hope to be back!
What a wonderful experience at The Varana Hotel. The staff was absolutely lovely from start to finish. They were very accomodating and made our visit extra special. The whole hotel vibe was super beautiful and modern. Our room was spacious and I loved the sustainability throughout the entire property. The breakfast was delicious and had many made to order and healthy options. The restaurant Kin, was also so good. We ate there regularly for lunch and dinner. Lastly, the Onsen spa was amazing and we enjoyed how nice and clean it was. Overall, a magical experience! We hope to be back!
10
Edita
13 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing stay, beautiful property, very good breakfast with a lot of options. Beach accessible. Rooms super clean, beautifully decorated and designed.
Amazing stay, beautiful property, very good breakfast with a lot of options. Beach accessible. Rooms super clean, beautifully decorated and designed.
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Vera
30 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Die Sauberkeit war perfekt. Alles sieht noch sehr neu aus. Die Einrichtung ist schlicht aber stilvoll mit schönen Materialien. Das Personal dürfte noch besser geschult werden und wenigstens das Nötigste auf englisch verstehen und beherrschen.
Die Sauberkeit war perfekt. Alles sieht noch sehr neu aus. Die Einrichtung ist schlicht aber stilvoll mit schönen Materialien. Das Personal dürfte noch besser geschult werden und wenigstens das Nötigste auf englisch verstehen und beherrschen.
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Tal
27 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
In short - you can get the same experience in your nearest vacation town at any generic hotel chain. There are some major issues with this new hotel that must be addressed. 1. When we arrived at the hotel, no one was waiting at the entrance, leaving us wondering where is the Lobby? Where should we leave the suitcases ? How do we check in? 2. After going up the staircase while leaving out luggage alone we found the reception with what seems to be two very young teenagers behind the desk 3. No “welcome”, “how was your trip here?” , “how are you?” . The conversation literally started with - “Hello, please give me your passport and credit card”. They were not rude, they were just children that don’t have clue on hospitality. 4. After signing some papers we got a cheap paper that was clearly cut by a 4-years-old “complimentary 1 hour at their thermal something” , didn’t really listened as it was scotching hot in the lobby with standing cheap fans. 5. We waited another 10 minutes for someone to pick us up to the room, when we got there the key was not working - apparently they wrote different room numbers on the inside and outside of the key holders 6. Finally got into the room - air conditioning was off and there was zero oxygen in the room. 7. As for the quality -the hotel is new, however the use if cheap materials is noticeable and a lot of things already starting to fall apart such as bathroom tiles,bad smells,mold, pool chairs etc. 8. I have 18 points but no space left
In short - you can get the same experience in your nearest vacation town at any generic hotel chain. There are some major issues with this new hotel that must be addressed. 1. When we arrived at the hotel, no one was waiting at the entrance, leaving us wondering where is the Lobby? Where should we leave the suitcases ? How do we check in? 2. After going up the staircase while leaving out luggage alone we found the reception with what seems to be two very young teenagers behind the desk 3. No “welcome”, “how was your trip here?” , “how are you?” . The conversation literally started with - “Hello, please give me your passport and credit card”. They were not rude, they were just children that don’t have clue on hospitality. 4. After signing some papers we got a cheap paper that was clearly cut by a 4-years-old “complimentary 1 hour at their thermal something” , didn’t really listened as it was scotching hot in the lobby with standing cheap fans. 5. We waited another 10 minutes for someone to pick us up to the room, when we got there the key was not working - apparently they wrote different room numbers on the inside and outside of the key holders 6. Finally got into the room - air conditioning was off and there was zero oxygen in the room. 7. As for the quality -the hotel is new, however the use if cheap materials is noticeable and a lot of things already starting to fall apart such as bathroom tiles,bad smells,mold, pool chairs etc. 8. I have 18 points but no space left
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Rooms
Rooms are modern, spacious, and thoughtfully designed, with many enjoying sea views and comfortable amenities. Some note hard beds, limited storage, obstructed ‘ocean’ views on lower floors, and noise due to modest soundproofing.
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Laurence
9 Feb 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Tres bel hôtel. La vue mer dans la chambre est un grand plus. Jacuzzi privé. Tres belle chambre. Servic au top. Je recommande
Tres bel hôtel. La vue mer dans la chambre est un grand plus. Jacuzzi privé. Tres belle chambre. Servic au top. Je recommande
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Vito
26 Feb 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The Varana Hotel has great curb appeal—beautifully decorated and spacious. But that’s where the compliments stop. As a “wellness” hotel, nearly everything comes at an extra cost, including many activities and access to the beach club. Their sustainability efforts seem more about cutting costs than guest experience. We paid for an Ocean View Room but only saw trees. Rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors do not have ocean views. Walls are thin, so expect noise—from guests, birds, or the 5:30 AM mosque call to prayer. The Olympic pool is 3 meters deep at its shallowest, with no bar or lounge area. Happy hour is a scam—prices increase before offering a “deal.” Hidden fees are everywhere: 1,000 Baht fines for towels on railings, mini-fridge drinks promised as “complimentary” but charged at checkout, and constant upselling of their own services while refusing to recommend outside options. Housekeeping came at 5 PM despite our 6 AM request, and a promised 6 AM boxed breakfast was “confirmed” with a 4 AM wake-up call. In wall safe was not secured tot he wall and easily taken away. Management ignores complaints, offering only “we’ll discuss it in a meeting.” A waste of money—there are better options nearby. Avoid.
The Varana Hotel has great curb appeal—beautifully decorated and spacious. But that’s where the compliments stop. As a “wellness” hotel, nearly everything comes at an extra cost, including many activities and access to the beach club. Their sustainability efforts seem more about cutting costs than guest experience. We paid for an Ocean View Room but only saw trees. Rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors do not have ocean views. Walls are thin, so expect noise—from guests, birds, or the 5:30 AM mosque call to prayer. The Olympic pool is 3 meters deep at its shallowest, with no bar or lounge area. Happy hour is a scam—prices increase before offering a “deal.” Hidden fees are everywhere: 1,000 Baht fines for towels on railings, mini-fridge drinks promised as “complimentary” but charged at checkout, and constant upselling of their own services while refusing to recommend outside options. Housekeeping came at 5 PM despite our 6 AM request, and a promised 6 AM boxed breakfast was “confirmed” with a 4 AM wake-up call. In wall safe was not secured tot he wall and easily taken away. Management ignores complaints, offering only “we’ll discuss it in a meeting.” A waste of money—there are better options nearby. Avoid.
10
Martinus
25 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Our stay at the hotel was absolutely fantastic — it truly met and exceeded all expectations. The facilities were excellent, including very good fitness facilities, the location was perfect, and the staff were warm, professional, and attentive throughout our visit. The food was outstanding, and the breakfast was easily one of the best hotel breakfasts I have ever experienced. We were also pleasantly surprised with a complimentary upgrade to a nicer room, which was beautiful and very comfortable. The only small downside was that the beds were a bit hard. Aside from that minor detail, everything else was outstanding. Highly recommended!
Our stay at the hotel was absolutely fantastic — it truly met and exceeded all expectations. The facilities were excellent, including very good fitness facilities, the location was perfect, and the staff were warm, professional, and attentive throughout our visit. The food was outstanding, and the breakfast was easily one of the best hotel breakfasts I have ever experienced. We were also pleasantly surprised with a complimentary upgrade to a nicer room, which was beautiful and very comfortable. The only small downside was that the beds were a bit hard. Aside from that minor detail, everything else was outstanding. Highly recommended!
10
Clare
8 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This was just luxury for our last 3 nights of honeymoon the horizon sea view room was perfect, the bedding was the most comfortable & the best sleep we’ve ever had! The staff were all so friendly & the food was incredible, breakfast had so much choice the eggs Benedict cooked to perfection. We ate at Sala restaurant & by the pool also & both meals were fantastic. We can recommend the Lamb chops. We really can’t fault this hotel, the facilities, staff, food & rooms were all excellent to finish our holiday. The location was good for us & the beach club just across the road was a perfect spot on the beach. We actually booked this 2 weeks before as our original choice hotel on its own beach & needed a speedboat to get to suddenly started to get some really poor reviews & we were getting worried but we are so glad we changed to the Varana as it really was top class
This was just luxury for our last 3 nights of honeymoon the horizon sea view room was perfect, the bedding was the most comfortable & the best sleep we’ve ever had! The staff were all so friendly & the food was incredible, breakfast had so much choice the eggs Benedict cooked to perfection. We ate at Sala restaurant & by the pool also & both meals were fantastic. We can recommend the Lamb chops. We really can’t fault this hotel, the facilities, staff, food & rooms were all excellent to finish our holiday. The location was good for us & the beach club just across the road was a perfect spot on the beach. We actually booked this 2 weeks before as our original choice hotel on its own beach & needed a speedboat to get to suddenly started to get some really poor reviews & we were getting worried but we are so glad we changed to the Varana as it really was top class
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Jodi
28 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms were spacious, bathrooms were beautiful! So many beautiful pools to swim in and the included breakfast was great. Had all the expected options and we loved the sourdough bread (baked in house). There were a few random fees but none that applied to us! Would have given 5 stars but the only issue was my husband got food poisoning from the room service. Not a great look for a 5 star hotel. They wouldn’t refund us the food and said “if we get other reports of food poisoning then we can refund you” but we had to check out that day. We only ate at the hotel that day so it was clear it was from the hotel.
Rooms were spacious, bathrooms were beautiful! So many beautiful pools to swim in and the included breakfast was great. Had all the expected options and we loved the sourdough bread (baked in house). There were a few random fees but none that applied to us! Would have given 5 stars but the only issue was my husband got food poisoning from the room service. Not a great look for a 5 star hotel. They wouldn’t refund us the food and said “if we get other reports of food poisoning then we can refund you” but we had to check out that day. We only ate at the hotel that day so it was clear it was from the hotel.
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Courtney
9 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a fabulous stay and with my family of five! We had 2 rooms and they were very spacious and clean and modern. Loved the bathroom and amenities! The food was spectacular and appreciative of the fresh water.
This was a fabulous stay and with my family of five! We had 2 rooms and they were very spacious and clean and modern. Loved the bathroom and amenities! The food was spectacular and appreciative of the fresh water.
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David
8 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
New hotel, very clean. The staff are amazing, so helpful and friendly. The hotel is located in a quieter part, maybe 15 mins in a car from the main touristy bit - for us that is a positive. The swimming pools are great, two kid friendly pools and a huge/deep pool for exercise/diving. How the hotel could improve: - better sound proofing in the rooms - branded shampoo/conditioner - a small mirror was taped onto the big mirror in the bathroom, this kept falling off which was rather annoying. Minor complaints. Highly recommend this hotel if you’re looking for a luxury break.
New hotel, very clean. The staff are amazing, so helpful and friendly. The hotel is located in a quieter part, maybe 15 mins in a car from the main touristy bit - for us that is a positive. The swimming pools are great, two kid friendly pools and a huge/deep pool for exercise/diving. How the hotel could improve: - better sound proofing in the rooms - branded shampoo/conditioner - a small mirror was taped onto the big mirror in the bathroom, this kept falling off which was rather annoying. Minor complaints. Highly recommend this hotel if you’re looking for a luxury break.
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Jimmy
7 Jan 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Positive: - modern facilities with feeling of high build quality with the exception of SPA - very nice room interior - excellent aircondition - excellent breakfast - good gym - very kind/polite staff Negative: - Staff does not understand basic English. Many misunderstandings arised. - There were roosters crowing from the neighboring property from 3:00 AM to 7:00 AM, which kept us awake during this period due to poor insulation between the rooms and the outside. - We travelled with an infant (3 months old) but got a room which required us to walk several steps with no elevator. We were also called from the front desk one morning and asked that we must be silent during night and can’t play music - this was just weird since we went to sleep at 10pm each evening and did not drink alcohol for the whole holiday. - A bit expensive (EUR 390/night for regular room) compared to what you got
Positive: - modern facilities with feeling of high build quality with the exception of SPA - very nice room interior - excellent aircondition - excellent breakfast - good gym - very kind/polite staff Negative: - Staff does not understand basic English. Many misunderstandings arised. - There were roosters crowing from the neighboring property from 3:00 AM to 7:00 AM, which kept us awake during this period due to poor insulation between the rooms and the outside. - We travelled with an infant (3 months old) but got a room which required us to walk several steps with no elevator. We were also called from the front desk one morning and asked that we must be silent during night and can’t play music - this was just weird since we went to sleep at 10pm each evening and did not drink alcohol for the whole holiday. - A bit expensive (EUR 390/night for regular room) compared to what you got
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Andrea
27 Feb 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
In the room, no wardrobe..must leave most things in the luggage...
In the room, no wardrobe..must leave most things in the luggage...
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Marc
2 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Property, service and staff were outstanding. My only complaint was I paid extra for an ocean horizon view and my view was completely obstructed. They gave me a free Naan Wellness voucher to compensate which was incredible. I highly recommend this resort.
Property, service and staff were outstanding. My only complaint was I paid extra for an ocean horizon view and my view was completely obstructed. They gave me a free Naan Wellness voucher to compensate which was incredible. I highly recommend this resort.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as warm, attentive, and accommodating. However, several reviews report slow or disorganized check-in/check-out, occasional language barriers, and inconsistent service at the beach club or restaurants.
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David
30 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
New hotel so property is beautiful and in very good condition. Worth the upgrade to horizon room - much larger and spectacular beach and sunset views with access to quieter breakfast restaurant. Gym is good but needs more cardio equipment - a lot of open space for equipment like punching bags and ropes that no one uses. Service is somewhat lacking - very slow check in, check out and service at restaurants. Need to fine tune that to be a 5 star.
New hotel so property is beautiful and in very good condition. Worth the upgrade to horizon room - much larger and spectacular beach and sunset views with access to quieter breakfast restaurant. Gym is good but needs more cardio equipment - a lot of open space for equipment like punching bags and ropes that no one uses. Service is somewhat lacking - very slow check in, check out and service at restaurants. Need to fine tune that to be a 5 star.
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Ella
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms were nice but we had issues consistently throughout our stay. Rude servers at the beach club who were extremely disrespectful to my 70 year old mother, added fees for absolutely everything (including 1000 baht to use the beach club pool which is operated by the hotel), and a 3 hour wait for food at dinner due to understaffing. Would never stay here again, please support other local businesses instead for better service and value for your money.
The rooms were nice but we had issues consistently throughout our stay. Rude servers at the beach club who were extremely disrespectful to my 70 year old mother, added fees for absolutely everything (including 1000 baht to use the beach club pool which is operated by the hotel), and a 3 hour wait for food at dinner due to understaffing. Would never stay here again, please support other local businesses instead for better service and value for your money.
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Martinus
25 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Our stay at the hotel was absolutely fantastic — it truly met and exceeded all expectations. The facilities were excellent, including very good fitness facilities, the location was perfect, and the staff were warm, professional, and attentive throughout our visit. The food was outstanding, and the breakfast was easily one of the best hotel breakfasts I have ever experienced. We were also pleasantly surprised with a complimentary upgrade to a nicer room, which was beautiful and very comfortable. The only small downside was that the beds were a bit hard. Aside from that minor detail, everything else was outstanding. Highly recommended!
Our stay at the hotel was absolutely fantastic — it truly met and exceeded all expectations. The facilities were excellent, including very good fitness facilities, the location was perfect, and the staff were warm, professional, and attentive throughout our visit. The food was outstanding, and the breakfast was easily one of the best hotel breakfasts I have ever experienced. We were also pleasantly surprised with a complimentary upgrade to a nicer room, which was beautiful and very comfortable. The only small downside was that the beds were a bit hard. Aside from that minor detail, everything else was outstanding. Highly recommended!
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Sydney
4 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
For a five star hotel you will certainly be disappointed. Check in is at 3pm. We got to hotel at 3 and they wouldn’t let us into a room until 4pm…. Which is frustrating for the price of the hotel. They also wouldn’t tell us why we couldn’t get our room keys. At 3:01 I asked for the keys and they kept saying “why don’t you sit and enjoy the bar or the pool?” When telling them I wanted to get my room they kept diverting us instead of being straight up and saying they needed more time. We had spent 5 hours traveling, just wanted to go into some air conditioning for a bit and put our bags down. Also the front desk people took quite a long time, took us over 30-40 minutes to check in. Breakfast is small and limited, the waitress we had seemed very annoyed I asked for an omelette. 75% staff was exceptionally pleasant while the other 25% were quite rude and seemed annoyed with us. Language barrier is extremely difficult at this hotel as well, especially for being a 5 star hotel. We would point to things on menus just to have blank stares back at us… we were quite confused by that too. They also were incredibly difficult to get towels from. Even at the main pool on the property they do a poor job cleaning off chairs with old drinks and towels and hard to get someone’s attention for food/drink/clean towels. One day at the pool we went the entire day without towels, then when I asked for two they told me it was 100 bhat! Very cheap but also, I’m staying at the hotel.
For a five star hotel you will certainly be disappointed. Check in is at 3pm. We got to hotel at 3 and they wouldn’t let us into a room until 4pm…. Which is frustrating for the price of the hotel. They also wouldn’t tell us why we couldn’t get our room keys. At 3:01 I asked for the keys and they kept saying “why don’t you sit and enjoy the bar or the pool?” When telling them I wanted to get my room they kept diverting us instead of being straight up and saying they needed more time. We had spent 5 hours traveling, just wanted to go into some air conditioning for a bit and put our bags down. Also the front desk people took quite a long time, took us over 30-40 minutes to check in. Breakfast is small and limited, the waitress we had seemed very annoyed I asked for an omelette. 75% staff was exceptionally pleasant while the other 25% were quite rude and seemed annoyed with us. Language barrier is extremely difficult at this hotel as well, especially for being a 5 star hotel. We would point to things on menus just to have blank stares back at us… we were quite confused by that too. They also were incredibly difficult to get towels from. Even at the main pool on the property they do a poor job cleaning off chairs with old drinks and towels and hard to get someone’s attention for food/drink/clean towels. One day at the pool we went the entire day without towels, then when I asked for two they told me it was 100 bhat! Very cheap but also, I’m staying at the hotel.
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Justina
27 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was great, it’s a beautiful resort, massive! A lot of activities to do at the hotel. We stayed do 5 nights and enjoyed every moment! There’s a hotel beach club just across the road as well where you can get a nice private cabana, drinks, food and a beautiful view. The staff was extremely nice and polite! Would definitely recommend
The room was great, it’s a beautiful resort, massive! A lot of activities to do at the hotel. We stayed do 5 nights and enjoyed every moment! There’s a hotel beach club just across the road as well where you can get a nice private cabana, drinks, food and a beautiful view. The staff was extremely nice and polite! Would definitely recommend
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Oscar
27 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
El hotel es maravilloso, la comida y el desayuno muy completos, la atención muy atenta todo el tiempo, para la playa caminas unos pocos metros cruzando la calle. Todo había sido impecable hasta que nos tocó el check out e intentaré ser lo más objetiva posible. Primero yo reservé una habitación que decía sport pass +Naan wellness y pagué más por ella que por una habitación sin esos aditivos, cuando pedí que me rebajaran los u$60 que me cobraban por ese servicio, la chica dijo que debía acudir a la agencia y que ella no tenía esa información a pesar de haberle mostrado la reserva. Para no seguir atrasando la gestión decidimos pagar sin antes declarar mi reprobación. Al cerrar la cuenta se acercó una señora y nos preguntó por un chal que faltaba en la habitación. Le dijimos que el día anterior lo habíamos usado pero que al salir de la habitación no nos habíamos fijado en su ausencia. Insistió duramente en que estaba desaparecido, en ningún momento dudó de otras personas sino solo de nosotros. El problema escaló a tal punto que indicó que llamaría a la Policía,estamos hablando de un producto que costaba u$15. Pero ese no era el tema, nos sentimos vejados por su trato y su agresividad. Se nos exigió abrir las maletas y yo me opuse duramente.Mi marido me calmó y abrimos las maletas frente a todo el público para que las revisaran. Evidentemente no pasó nada . Es importante entender que fue una mala forma de hacer las cosas de parte de una persona, El hotel sigue siendo increíble
El hotel es maravilloso, la comida y el desayuno muy completos, la atención muy atenta todo el tiempo, para la playa caminas unos pocos metros cruzando la calle. Todo había sido impecable hasta que nos tocó el check out e intentaré ser lo más objetiva posible. Primero yo reservé una habitación que decía sport pass +Naan wellness y pagué más por ella que por una habitación sin esos aditivos, cuando pedí que me rebajaran los u$60 que me cobraban por ese servicio, la chica dijo que debía acudir a la agencia y que ella no tenía esa información a pesar de haberle mostrado la reserva. Para no seguir atrasando la gestión decidimos pagar sin antes declarar mi reprobación. Al cerrar la cuenta se acercó una señora y nos preguntó por un chal que faltaba en la habitación. Le dijimos que el día anterior lo habíamos usado pero que al salir de la habitación no nos habíamos fijado en su ausencia. Insistió duramente en que estaba desaparecido, en ningún momento dudó de otras personas sino solo de nosotros. El problema escaló a tal punto que indicó que llamaría a la Policía,estamos hablando de un producto que costaba u$15. Pero ese no era el tema, nos sentimos vejados por su trato y su agresividad. Se nos exigió abrir las maletas y yo me opuse duramente.Mi marido me calmó y abrimos las maletas frente a todo el público para que las revisaran. Evidentemente no pasó nada . Es importante entender que fue una mala forma de hacer las cosas de parte de una persona, El hotel sigue siendo increíble
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Yim Kong
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very attentive staff; helpful with bookings of tours and transport. The services of Tawan was excellent and her helpfulness made our stay even more enjoyable! Thank you Tawan!
Very attentive staff; helpful with bookings of tours and transport. The services of Tawan was excellent and her helpfulness made our stay even more enjoyable! Thank you Tawan!
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Stacey
27 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We had an amazing stay. The staff are so hospitable and accommodating. The hotel wasn't busy when we arrived and we were able to check in to our rooms early after arriving in the morning. On our final day, we were also able to use one of the rooms late since we had a nighttime departure. The food was awesome and there are lots of really good restaurants within walking distance. The beach is just across the street and it's nice and quiet compared to the more popular beaches. Overall an amazing stay and we'll definitely be back.
We had an amazing stay. The staff are so hospitable and accommodating. The hotel wasn't busy when we arrived and we were able to check in to our rooms early after arriving in the morning. On our final day, we were also able to use one of the rooms late since we had a nighttime departure. The food was awesome and there are lots of really good restaurants within walking distance. The beach is just across the street and it's nice and quiet compared to the more popular beaches. Overall an amazing stay and we'll definitely be back.
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Sylvia
30 Dec 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Personal nicht ganz 5 Sterne. Leider nicht aufmerksam, eher den ganzen Aufenthalt nicht gut organisiert. Empfang sehr überfordert .Anreise und Abreise sehr schwierig, .Das kenne ich in Thailand ganz anders.Frühstück für 5 Sterne sehr überschaubar. Servicepersonal eher zufällig an Ort und Stelle. Zimmer und Sauberkeit sehr sehr gut.
Personal nicht ganz 5 Sterne. Leider nicht aufmerksam, eher den ganzen Aufenthalt nicht gut organisiert. Empfang sehr überfordert .Anreise und Abreise sehr schwierig, .Das kenne ich in Thailand ganz anders.Frühstück für 5 Sterne sehr überschaubar. Servicepersonal eher zufällig an Ort und Stelle. Zimmer und Sauberkeit sehr sehr gut.
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Erik
1 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was great and the service amazing. Staff were super friendly! A special thanks goes to Bas from sip bar. Never met such a great bartender. We will definitely return!
The room was great and the service amazing. Staff were super friendly! A special thanks goes to Bas from sip bar. Never met such a great bartender. We will definitely return!
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Location
Quiet setting across the road from a beach and beach club; good for relaxing, with Ao Nang about 10–15 minutes by taxi. Some guests disliked the lack of direct beachfront and early-morning noise from a nearby mosque.
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Jenna
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice quiet location, you are able to relax and not think about work. Food is great on the resort or off the resort. Breakfast is amazing. I had my doubts but a solo half day trip to the outlying is a very good deal and much needed. Great way to see the island at your own pace. It could get crowded with other tourists and having a private boat is nice. Go during off season. It’s not crowded and the vide is very chill. Shout to all the staff and Albert who are patient and want you to have a nice and relaxing time.
Nice quiet location, you are able to relax and not think about work. Food is great on the resort or off the resort. Breakfast is amazing. I had my doubts but a solo half day trip to the outlying is a very good deal and much needed. Great way to see the island at your own pace. It could get crowded with other tourists and having a private boat is nice. Go during off season. It’s not crowded and the vide is very chill. Shout to all the staff and Albert who are patient and want you to have a nice and relaxing time.
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Jeff
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Beautiful resort, close to beach (5min walk). Breakfast was excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food choices onsite limited and expensive. A few offsite food places on the beach were decent. Resort is located in a very small town with limited options. Nearest big town is AoNang about 10 min taxi away. That’s where all the fun is. Better to stay closer to there to have more options and fun choices.
Beautiful resort, close to beach (5min walk). Breakfast was excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food choices onsite limited and expensive. A few offsite food places on the beach were decent. Resort is located in a very small town with limited options. Nearest big town is AoNang about 10 min taxi away. That’s where all the fun is. Better to stay closer to there to have more options and fun choices.
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Shannon
22 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel right across the street from the beach. The hotel grounds are perfect. This resort has everything you need to make your stay peaceful, romanitc and recharging. The staff were extremely helpful and courteous to your every question and request. I really would highly recommned this resort as a perfect getaway in the Krabi area. I read other reviews from people complaining this hotel is not Right on the beach..... well it is literally across the street to an amazing beach club that your have access to when staying here. It's not an inconvenience at all and the beach here is perfectly peaceful and relaxing. A great vibe from the beach club makes your afternoon just float away. Enjoy Varana and everything they have to offer.
Excellent hotel right across the street from the beach. The hotel grounds are perfect. This resort has everything you need to make your stay peaceful, romanitc and recharging. The staff were extremely helpful and courteous to your every question and request. I really would highly recommned this resort as a perfect getaway in the Krabi area. I read other reviews from people complaining this hotel is not Right on the beach..... well it is literally across the street to an amazing beach club that your have access to when staying here. It's not an inconvenience at all and the beach here is perfectly peaceful and relaxing. A great vibe from the beach club makes your afternoon just float away. Enjoy Varana and everything they have to offer.
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Per Anders
24 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Veldig fornøyd, supert hotell, glitrende service, topp beliggenhet - 10 av 10!
Veldig fornøyd, supert hotell, glitrende service, topp beliggenhet - 10 av 10!
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Didier
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Fake advertising!! The hotel is not on the beach and does NOT have direct access to it despite claim on it web site and on Expedia including fake photo trying to prove otherwise!!( pics of beach from a business they collaborate with. You have to cross a busy road to get to the beach !! 2) there are no elevators to reach the reception or the breakfast restaurant!! 3) they make you wait when you check out until they have checked the room to make sure you did not take the TV with you ?!! And forcefully tell you to wait “ because that is the procedure “!!! Definitely not a 5 star property and should not be allowed to make false claims as being on the beach !!!
Fake advertising!! The hotel is not on the beach and does NOT have direct access to it despite claim on it web site and on Expedia including fake photo trying to prove otherwise!!( pics of beach from a business they collaborate with. You have to cross a busy road to get to the beach !! 2) there are no elevators to reach the reception or the breakfast restaurant!! 3) they make you wait when you check out until they have checked the room to make sure you did not take the TV with you ?!! And forcefully tell you to wait “ because that is the procedure “!!! Definitely not a 5 star property and should not be allowed to make false claims as being on the beach !!!
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Corrie
30 Mar 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
Fantastic hotel and staff! Staff were so welcoming and friendly. Situated across from a very quiet beach but there is also a beach club if you want a bit more lively. All in all a great hotel and location.
Fantastic hotel and staff! Staff were so welcoming and friendly. Situated across from a very quiet beach but there is also a beach club if you want a bit more lively. All in all a great hotel and location.
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Mauro
30 Dec 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Tudo muito bom com excessão do Beach Club que para usar a piscina tem uma taxa extra. O hotel não fica em frente à praia Temos que atravessar uma rua, onde chegamos ao Beach Club citado acima. Onreata muito bom!
Tudo muito bom com excessão do Beach Club que para usar a piscina tem uma taxa extra. O hotel não fica em frente à praia Temos que atravessar uma rua, onde chegamos ao Beach Club citado acima. Onreata muito bom!
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Jorge
27 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Loved our stay at Varana Hotel in Krabi. The staff was amazing. The hotel is gorgeous and quiet. We were looking for a bit more quiet and relaxing stay and that's exactly what we got. The food at the restaurants is great. You have to walk accross the street to get to the beach which is gorgeous. The water is shallow so you're able to walk to a small island. Would definitely stay here again.
Loved our stay at Varana Hotel in Krabi. The staff was amazing. The hotel is gorgeous and quiet. We were looking for a bit more quiet and relaxing stay and that's exactly what we got. The food at the restaurants is great. You have to walk accross the street to get to the beach which is gorgeous. The water is shallow so you're able to walk to a small island. Would definitely stay here again.
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Kashif
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel in a great area that’s central for seeing all the sites in krabi.
Great hotel in a great area that’s central for seeing all the sites in krabi.
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Daniel
29 Jan 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Not we normally get at a 5 star resort waking up at 5:00 AM every morning from the mosque in the area. You also do not indicate that the Beach Club (which we did enjoy) is completely independent from the hotel
Not we normally get at a 5 star resort waking up at 5:00 AM every morning from the mosque in the area. You also do not indicate that the Beach Club (which we did enjoy) is completely independent from the hotel
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently highlighted as excellent with quality, varied options, and many guests enjoyed on-site restaurants. Some found prices high, options limited, or bar promotions underwhelming; one report mentioned food poisoning from room service.
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Ravi
31 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent breakfast, splendid views, amazing staff, beautiful beach
Excellent breakfast, splendid views, amazing staff, beautiful beach
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Jessica
24 Dec 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
Really lovely resort - lots of area's to relax and pools are fab. The place is very new so lush facilities. Great to have free kayaking and beach volley ball facilities etc. Breakfast was excellent. Only dislikes were the gym is a bit crowded in am, and no room to be. For a place that is marketed as a wellcation facility I expected yoga options and exercise classes at a reasonable price. Great restaurants at resort (Sala) but rather more expensive then local places which are great. And happy hour cocktaisl very disappointing at the beach club.
Really lovely resort - lots of area's to relax and pools are fab. The place is very new so lush facilities. Great to have free kayaking and beach volley ball facilities etc. Breakfast was excellent. Only dislikes were the gym is a bit crowded in am, and no room to be. For a place that is marketed as a wellcation facility I expected yoga options and exercise classes at a reasonable price. Great restaurants at resort (Sala) but rather more expensive then local places which are great. And happy hour cocktaisl very disappointing at the beach club.
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Jenna
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice quiet location, you are able to relax and not think about work. Food is great on the resort or off the resort. Breakfast is amazing. I had my doubts but a solo half day trip to the outlying is a very good deal and much needed. Great way to see the island at your own pace. It could get crowded with other tourists and having a private boat is nice. Go during off season. It’s not crowded and the vide is very chill. Shout to all the staff and Albert who are patient and want you to have a nice and relaxing time.
Nice quiet location, you are able to relax and not think about work. Food is great on the resort or off the resort. Breakfast is amazing. I had my doubts but a solo half day trip to the outlying is a very good deal and much needed. Great way to see the island at your own pace. It could get crowded with other tourists and having a private boat is nice. Go during off season. It’s not crowded and the vide is very chill. Shout to all the staff and Albert who are patient and want you to have a nice and relaxing time.
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Martinus
25 Feb 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Our stay at the hotel was absolutely fantastic — it truly met and exceeded all expectations. The facilities were excellent, including very good fitness facilities, the location was perfect, and the staff were warm, professional, and attentive throughout our visit. The food was outstanding, and the breakfast was easily one of the best hotel breakfasts I have ever experienced. We were also pleasantly surprised with a complimentary upgrade to a nicer room, which was beautiful and very comfortable. The only small downside was that the beds were a bit hard. Aside from that minor detail, everything else was outstanding. Highly recommended!
Our stay at the hotel was absolutely fantastic — it truly met and exceeded all expectations. The facilities were excellent, including very good fitness facilities, the location was perfect, and the staff were warm, professional, and attentive throughout our visit. The food was outstanding, and the breakfast was easily one of the best hotel breakfasts I have ever experienced. We were also pleasantly surprised with a complimentary upgrade to a nicer room, which was beautiful and very comfortable. The only small downside was that the beds were a bit hard. Aside from that minor detail, everything else was outstanding. Highly recommended!
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Jeff
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Beautiful resort, close to beach (5min walk). Breakfast was excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food choices onsite limited and expensive. A few offsite food places on the beach were decent. Resort is located in a very small town with limited options. Nearest big town is AoNang about 10 min taxi away. That’s where all the fun is. Better to stay closer to there to have more options and fun choices.
Beautiful resort, close to beach (5min walk). Breakfast was excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food choices onsite limited and expensive. A few offsite food places on the beach were decent. Resort is located in a very small town with limited options. Nearest big town is AoNang about 10 min taxi away. That’s where all the fun is. Better to stay closer to there to have more options and fun choices.
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Jodi
28 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms were spacious, bathrooms were beautiful! So many beautiful pools to swim in and the included breakfast was great. Had all the expected options and we loved the sourdough bread (baked in house). There were a few random fees but none that applied to us! Would have given 5 stars but the only issue was my husband got food poisoning from the room service. Not a great look for a 5 star hotel. They wouldn’t refund us the food and said “if we get other reports of food poisoning then we can refund you” but we had to check out that day. We only ate at the hotel that day so it was clear it was from the hotel.
Rooms were spacious, bathrooms were beautiful! So many beautiful pools to swim in and the included breakfast was great. Had all the expected options and we loved the sourdough bread (baked in house). There were a few random fees but none that applied to us! Would have given 5 stars but the only issue was my husband got food poisoning from the room service. Not a great look for a 5 star hotel. They wouldn’t refund us the food and said “if we get other reports of food poisoning then we can refund you” but we had to check out that day. We only ate at the hotel that day so it was clear it was from the hotel.
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jo
8 Jan 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Great hotel. Great staff. Great 50m lap pool. Great gym. Great quality food.
Great hotel. Great staff. Great 50m lap pool. Great gym. Great quality food.
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Kristine S.
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Virkelig fantastisk hotel, der er smukt og pænt og rent. Dejlig poolområder og en god restaurant. Udvalget på morgenmadsrestauranten er helt fantastisk.
Virkelig fantastisk hotel, der er smukt og pænt og rent. Dejlig poolområder og en god restaurant. Udvalget på morgenmadsrestauranten er helt fantastisk.
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CRIZ JOEFFREY
25 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I really enjoyed my stays there.The staff was so nice that upgraded us to horizontal ocean room. It looked fabulous. Everything was outstanding from comfort to cleanliness. U should check out their cafe and restaurant called Nook which located in the resort. It was really delicious. Highly recommended if u ever come to Krabi. u wont be regretted !!!
I really enjoyed my stays there.The staff was so nice that upgraded us to horizontal ocean room. It looked fabulous. Everything was outstanding from comfort to cleanliness. U should check out their cafe and restaurant called Nook which located in the resort. It was really delicious. Highly recommended if u ever come to Krabi. u wont be regretted !!!
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Ronen
14 Dec 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
High end echo-responsible hotel that grows its own organic food and has amazing meals. We opted to eat in the hotel almost every day it was so good. Well equipped health club and multiple pools with ample activities. Gave 4 stars for comfort because the mosque woke us up nearly every morning at 5am (it wasn't horrible and guests shouls stay closer to building 1 2 or 3 if possible). I felt my mattress was no longer flat and my back was aching. They promptly brought a pillow top to improve my comfort. The beach club accross the street is a seperate operator but they work together so you have easy beach access and it has a great vibe and food options. Dont skip the daily happy hour if you can. Overall, great service and I would recommend highly!
High end echo-responsible hotel that grows its own organic food and has amazing meals. We opted to eat in the hotel almost every day it was so good. Well equipped health club and multiple pools with ample activities. Gave 4 stars for comfort because the mosque woke us up nearly every morning at 5am (it wasn't horrible and guests shouls stay closer to building 1 2 or 3 if possible). I felt my mattress was no longer flat and my back was aching. They promptly brought a pillow top to improve my comfort. The beach club accross the street is a seperate operator but they work together so you have easy beach access and it has a great vibe and food options. Dont skip the daily happy hour if you can. Overall, great service and I would recommend highly!
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Oluwaashake
18 Aug 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The property compound was absolutely fabulous right in the middle of almost nowhere.
The property compound was absolutely fabulous right in the middle of almost nowhere.
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Riva
3 Aug 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Stunning hotel, beautiful room and luxurious greetings
Stunning hotel, beautiful room and luxurious greetings
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Trevor
15 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed at a few different amazing resorts on our trip to Thailand and this was one of the best. Very clean facility. We stayed in the Penthouse suite which was incredible. I wish we stayed there longer. I highly recommend this place if you are traveling to Krabi.
We stayed at a few different amazing resorts on our trip to Thailand and this was one of the best. Very clean facility. We stayed in the Penthouse suite which was incredible. I wish we stayed there longer. I highly recommend this place if you are traveling to Krabi.
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Wilkis
29 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything perfect except that rooms should have full body mirror
Everything perfect except that rooms should have full body mirror
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Jennifer
11 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful resort near a lovely beach. Thai Cooking class was a fantastic father and son learning event. Everyone enjoyed the food they made; apron and recipes rounded out the value and experience! Bond was a great server and helped Chef Ann is the class and made the entire experience ‘top shelf’ Food and drinks at the resort were very good and again service excellent. We will be back!
Beautiful resort near a lovely beach. Thai Cooking class was a fantastic father and son learning event. Everyone enjoyed the food they made; apron and recipes rounded out the value and experience! Bond was a great server and helped Chef Ann is the class and made the entire experience ‘top shelf’ Food and drinks at the resort were very good and again service excellent. We will be back!
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 23:59
Before 12:00
FAQs about VARANA Krabi Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
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.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of THB 1500 per pet, per night and a pet deposit of THB 5000 per stay.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Krabi (Nong Thale), within a 10-minute walk of Khlong Muang Beach and Koh Kwang Beach. It is approximately 7 miles from Ao Nang Beach and 1.3 miles from Laem Bong Beach.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features 4 outdoor swimming pools, including an infinity pool. The pools are open seasonally.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but they may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of THB 3000 per day, subject to availability. Advance request is required for confirmation.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 20 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: THB 3000 per accommodation, per stay
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
- 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
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
- 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.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Business details
Property registration number 0815560001298
- Pet deposit: THB 5000 per stay
- Pet fee: THB 1500 per pet, per night
- Rollaway bed fee: THB 2500 per day
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
Room service
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
General
Room service
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Sauna
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Steam room
Massage
Spa & wellness centre
Poolside bar
Picnic area/Tables
Packed lunches
Breakfast in the room
Family room
Snack Bar/Deli
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free wi-fi
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Beach (nearby)
Pool outdoor
Live music
Pool (Infinity)
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
Fitness Center (nearby)
Services
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services