The 'crystal canoes' in the pool are free to use (if you can catch one)
Pool access rooms offer direct swim-out convenience
Quiet, secluded location far from the chaos of Patong
Rýchly prehľad: A content creator's dream set that feels a bit like a budget motel once you put the camera down.
Recenzované @marwin_says: I stayed in the Deluxe Double Room here and the value is insane. For about $90 USD, I had direct access to the pool right from my terrace. The room is super chic and the whole resort looks amazing in photos. You need to book this specific room type early though!
Čo povedali hostia
The hype
Visually stunning pool area that looks exactly like the photos, but the rooms and service often feel 'budget' rather than 'luxury'.
Reality check
The glass canoes are a war zone—there are only two of them, and guests fight over them for photos starting at sunrise.
Your primary goal is Instagram content
You want a quiet pool day away from crowds
You are comfortable renting a scooter to get around
Čistota a údržba
7
Housekeeping: Inconsistent. Some guests report late service (5pm) or missed refills.
Bathroom hygiene: Generally clean but prone to 'sewer smells' due to plumbing issues common in the area.
Maintenance: Signs of wear appearing; peeling paint and humidity damage in ground floor rooms.
Linens & towels: Usually fresh, though occasional reports of stains or wear.
Odors & scents: Lobby is fresh, but rooms can smell musty/damp if AC isn't running.
Sleepability™
6STREDNÉ
STREDNÉ
0-4HLUČNÉ
4-7.5STREDNÉ
7.5-10TICHÉ
Guests in the pool (echoes into rooms)
Hallway noise due to poor soundproofing
Traffic noise for rooms facing the road
Pred rezerváciou
Dobré vedieť
Download the 'Grab' or 'Bolt' app before arriving; local taxis are scarce and pricey.
The hotel is SHA Extra Plus certified (relevant for safety standards).
There is no elevator to some upper floors/sections; be prepared to carry bags.
Čo si balíť
Mosquito repellent (lots of greenery = lots of bugs)
Cash (for the 1,000 THB deposit and local street food)
Earplugs (for the thin walls)
Sprievodca izbami
Najlepšie voľby
Suite with Private Jacuzzi (Top Floor/5th Floor) for actual privacy and sea views
Deluxe Double Room with Pool View (Block 3, 3rd Floor) for good views without the noise of direct pool access
Izby na vyhnutie
Ground floor pool access rooms if you value privacy (everyone looks in)
Rooms near the lobby/road (noisy)
Sprievodca požiadavkami na izbu – kopíruj a vlož
“Request a room on the highest possible floor in Block 3 for the best balance of view and privacy. Please avoid ground floor units near the main walkway.”
Často kladené otázky a skryté tipy
Všetko, čo potrebuješ vedieť pred rezerváciou.
Are the glass canoes free?
Yes, they are free to use, but there are only two of them and they are first-come, first-served.
Is the beach good for swimming?
It's decent at high tide but can be rocky and 'wild' (uncleaned) at low tide. It's across a road, not directly connected.
Is there a deposit?
Yes, a refundable cash deposit of 1,000 THB is collected at check-in.
Is breakfast halal?
No, the hotel serves pork, but there are halal-friendly restaurants like Hillhouse nearby.
How far is the airport?
About 1 hour by car (45km). Allow extra time for traffic.
Is it good for families?
The pool is fun for kids, but the glass bathroom walls in some rooms can be awkward for families needing privacy.
Insider tipy
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Wake up at 6:30 AM if you want a canoe photo without 10 people watching you.
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Walk 10 minutes to 'The Cove' for a much better dining experience than the hotel restaurant.
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The 'floating breakfast' is paid and must be booked in advance—it's mostly for photos, food is average.
5 vecí, ktoré by ste mali vedieť pred cestou
💡The bathroom walls are often glass with just a curtain—awkward for friends traveling together.
💡You might find termites or ants in the room due to the 'jungle' landscaping.
💡The rooftop pool is often empty because everyone is fighting for the main pool downstairs.
💡Room service fries are surprisingly good.
💡The 'sea view' is often partially blocked by power lines.
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