The hype
Staff are treated like royalty and the pool is stunning, but the bathrooms are the weak link.
Lacol Khao Yai
$80-130/ natt
Boka detta om You want a highly Instagrammable 'glass dome' dinner and a massive pool, and don't mind if the room interiors feel a bit 2015.
Varför människor älskar det
- The 'Lacol Dome' dining experience is a legitimate romantic highlight
- Huge outdoor pool that actually looks like the photos
- Spacious rooms that easily fit families (two queen beds is standard)
Snabb Överblick: A photogenic resort that nails the lobby and exterior vibes but hides some aging maintenance issues and construction noise in the guest rooms.
Recenserat av @alikainwanderlust: I felt like I was living in a movie here! The glass dome dinner was the highlight of our trip—so romantic and unique. We spent hours just relaxing in the onsen and taking photos by the pool. If you want a feed that pops, this is the spot.
Gäster som bodde här sa
Reality check
Multiple recent reports of 'tired' furniture, peeling veneer, and bathroom maintenance issues like broken shower hoses or slow drainage.
- You live for the 'dinner in a bubble' photo op
- You need a room with two actual queen beds for a family of four
- You have a car and want a base near Khao Yai National Park
Renlighet & Underhåll
7
- Housekeeping: Daily service is reliable, but they struggle with deep-cleaning aging grout and corners.
- Bathroom hygiene: The biggest complaint area. Watch for moldy sealant, slow drains, and calcified shower heads.
- Maintenance: Showing age. Peeling furniture veneer and loose cabinet hinges are common complaints.
- Linens & towels: Generally clean and fresh, though some reports of graying/frayed towels.
- Odors & scents: Generally fresh, though musty smells reported in older/ground floor rooms.
Sleepability™
6.5MÅTTLIG
0-4BULLRIG
4-7.5MÅTTLIG
7.5-10TYST
- Daytime construction noise (early 2026)
- Motorcycles on the nearby main road
- Thin walls between connecting rooms
Innan du bokar
Bra att veta
- The 'Glass Dome' dinner requires a deposit (~3,000 THB) and advance booking
- Breakfast is decent but lacks variety in cold cuts/western options
- No elevators in some wings – request ground floor if mobility is an issue (but beware lizards)
Vad du ska packa
- Earplugs (essential for road/construction noise)
- Mosquito repellent (outdoor dining/pool area)
- Cash (1,000 THB for the deposit)
Rum Genie
Bästa val
- Deluxe Mountain View (Upper Floors) for the best chance of quiet and a view
- Executive Deluxe for a bathtub and slightly more modern feel
Rum att undvika
- Ground floor rooms (guests report lizards in the lobby/hallways)
- Rooms facing the main road (traffic noise)
Rumsförfrågan Genie – kopiera och klistra in
“I am celebrating a special occasion and would appreciate a quiet room on an upper floor, facing the mountain (away from the road and any active construction). Ideally not a connecting room.”
FAQ & Dolda tips
Allt du verkligen vill veta innan du bokar.
Is there a shuttle to Khao Yai National Park?
No free shuttle. The hotel can arrange a private taxi or tour (approx. 2,200-3,300 THB), but renting a car is best.
Is the pool heated?
No, it's a standard outdoor pool. Refreshing in the heat, chilly in December/January mornings.
Can I bring my dog?
No, Lacol Khao Yai is strictly not pet-friendly.
What is the 'Lacol Dome'?
It's a private glass-dome dining experience on the lawn. It costs extra (min. spend/deposit applies) and is the hotel's signature feature.
Is breakfast included?
Depends on your rate. If paying separately, it's approx. 350 THB per adult.
How far is the hotel from Bangkok?
About a 2.5 to 3-hour drive depending on traffic.
Insider-tips
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The 'Deluxe' rooms often have two queen beds, making them a steal for families who don't want to book two rooms.
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You can use the 3,000 THB dome deposit towards your food and drink bill – it's not a rental fee, it's a minimum spend.
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Walk to the nearby 7-Eleven for snacks; hotel minibar prices are high.
5 saker du bör veta innan du åker
💡The 'mountain view' sometimes includes a view of the parking lot if you're on a low floor.
💡Lizards are common in the open-air lobby and ground floor corridors (it's nature, but be warned).
💡The shower hoses are prone to leaking/breaking (multiple recent reviews).
💡There is no elevator in some buildings, meaning you haul bags up stairs.
💡The 'romantic' dome dining is right next to other domes, so it's semi-private, not isolated.
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Karta
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