With a stay at Saikaew Beach Resort in Rayong (Haad Sai Kaew), you'll be steps from Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet National Park and 4 minutes by foot from Pineapple Beach. This 4-star hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Ao Prao Beach and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Suan Son Beach.
Dip into one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 158 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
== Notice of inconvenience at the beach in front of the hotel == Due to the event of Samet In Love on Saturday, June 7, 2025, there will be an event at Sai Kaew Beach. This event is an external event and is not related to the hotel. During June 1-6 and 8, 2025, there will be equipment for preparing the event at Sai Kaew Beach (main beach), which may cause tourists to be unable to use the beach. During June 5-6, there may be noise at the main beach, which affects the Winkks Beach Club.
++ Refurbishment at Sai Kaew Beach Resort ++
To provide guest with upgraded facilities, Sai Kaew Beach Resort will be undergoing refurbishment ;
• Refurbishment of Premier Room Zone: From 19 May to 30 June 2025 inclusive, Premier Room Zone will be undergoing refurbishment pool, roof and pathway.
• Refurbishment of Sai Kaew Spa (Formerly Sai Kaew Wellness Center) : From 19 May to 02 June 2025 inclusive, the Sai Kaew Spa will be undergoing refurbishment and will be temporarily closed during this period.
PPaluoqiyapizheng2026.02.26
This resort boasts two adjoining beaches (a main beach and a tranquil rocky cove). It has its own private pier and speedboat transfer service, ensuring a seamless arrival on the island. A 7-Eleven, restaurants, and a night market are all within walking distance, and you can quickly reach other beaches by songthaew or motorbike. Chinese-speaking staff are available, making it very friendly for Chinese tourists. It's a typical family-friendly tropical beach resort. Be aware that the bungalow area can experience mosquitoes, small ants, and geckos (common in the tropics, so be sure to keep windows and doors closed and use insect repellent).
When you stay at Samed Cabana Resort in Rayong, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet National Park and Ao Wong Duan Beach. This beach resort is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Suan Son Beach and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Ao Prao Beach.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
At Samed Cabana Resort, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.
Make yourself at home in one of the 48 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
NNik Kingsman2025.12.01
We recently stayed at Samet Cabana Resort on Ao Wong Duean, and it was exactly the tropical escape we were looking for. We booked the Beach Cabana, and we cannot recommend it enough.
The Room:
Staying in the Beach Cabana meant waking up to the sound of the waves every morning. Stepping out onto the porch with a view of the ocean was the highlight of the trip. The room was clean, comfortable, and had that authentic island bungalow feel while still having modern amenities (the AC worked great!). Being just a few steps from the water made all the difference.
The Location:
Ao Wong Duean is a fantastic beach, it’s lively enough to have good restaurants and fire shows at night, but much more relaxed than the busy main pier area. The water was clear and great for swimming right in front of the resort.
Service & Food:
The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay, from check-in to check-out. The breakfast buffet had a good mix of options to start the day.
If you are coming to Koh Samet, do yourself a favour and splurge a little for the Beach Cabana. It transforms the trip from a standard hotel stay into a real beach holiday. We’ll definitely be back!
Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure.Parking is accessible, supplied by the resort for guests who arrive by car.Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services.Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the resort's tours.Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable.Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at resort are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. At Silver Sand Hotel, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace.For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay.Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar.Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and towels available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at Silver Sand Hotel, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site.During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at resort to enhance your experience.Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Silver Sand Hotel. During your stay, the resort provides direct access to a beach, ensuring you remain near the sea throughout your visit
There is a bar that plays music from 9:00 PM to midnight..
CChris 王墨迪2026.01.13
Overall the hotel has certainly fallen over the past 3 years and it’s pretty sad to see this happen, if you’re a single traveler or a couple I would recommend but I couldn’t recommend the hotel to families in its current state.
Management: Great management they listen to complaints, they are responsible and try to solve all issues. Sadly the management don’t have so much to work with these days.
General staff: A large percentage of the staff are Cambodian and living in limbo with the current issues between both countries. With the exception of one or two Cambodian staff most are either depressed and miserable or damn right rude, unhelpful and disrespectful. (The floor manager explained this himself)
Rooms: Nice and simple rooms the do the job but aging fast. The rooms look good but are not high quality materials and it shows the labor and material quality is low and cheap. Showers have virtually no pressure when the hotel is busy and the water won’t reach higher than luke-warm.
Location: I have to say it’s one of the best locations on the island when considering location and facilities and I guess this is their main selling point. They have shops, bars, restaurants, coffee shop and more.
Patrons: Most of the year the majority of visitors are going to be Tha and Asian, they are respectful, they have manners and they will be great to holiday alongside. During Christmas to New Year there were too many rude Europeans especially Swedish tourists, these tourists camped and took over large areas of the bar and restaurants, they moved around furniture, they were rude and disrespectful to other tourists leaving trash noise and mess wherever they visited. (Staff and management ignored)
Note: This used to be a great hotel and I have continuously visited over the past several years. Unfortunately I have begun to see a degradation of the hotel, the attitude towards western tourists (due to poor behavior of westerners) as well as issues related to the diplomatic issues between Cambodia and Thailand. I due hope this improves in the future.
With new staff or new immigration laws as well as new investment into the hotel it could easily thrive once more.
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Diamond Beach Resort - Koh Samet (Haad Sai Kaew), Rayong
Located just steps away from Haad Sai Kaew Beach, Diamond Beach Resort offers a lively and convenient stay on Koh Samet. The resort is only a 2-minute walk from the nearest 7-Eleven, making it easy to access essentials and snacks at any time.
The area is surrounded by local bars and restaurants, making it ideal for guests who enjoy a vibrant and energetic atmosphere. However, it may not be suitable for those seeking peace and quiet or traveling with young children, as music and noise from nearby venues can be heard in the evenings.
Dining & Drinks
Enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks at Coconut Bar, open daily from 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight).
A complimentary self-serve breakfast is available for all guests daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Activities & Services
Snorkeling trips can be arranged at the reception desk.
The front desk operates daily from 08:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Rooms
The resort offers a total of 49 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with:
Smart TV
Free Wi-Fi
Private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, and a hairdryer
In-room safe for personal belongings
Housekeeping service is available upon request.
GGuest User2026.03.06
This is a wonderful hotel right on a pristine beach. We stayed in a bungalow, and I highly recommend choosing that option if you can. It's only about 30 meters from your bungalow door to the beach! They provide sun loungers, bean bags, and umbrellas, which is super convenient and all included in the stay. The hotel also provides beach towels, and there are always plenty of free spots on the beach, it's never too crowded. There's a bar with live music in the evenings until 11 PM. You can hear it from the bungalow, but it's mellow and not at all disruptive; in fact, it adds to the cozy atmosphere. The staff are incredibly friendly, always smiling and helpful. Breakfast is good, with some local dishes as well as familiar items like eggs, omelets, sausages, salad, vegetables, and one type of fruit each day (which changes). If you want to add something special, there's a 7-Eleven about 7 minutes away with lots of tasty treats. Along the coastline, there are various restaurants and bars with affordable prices, so finding lunch and dinner is easy. The sand is white, fine, and very soft, and the water is crystal clear. There's high tide in the morning and low tide in the evening, which might vary depending on the season.
We absolutely loved it and are completely satisfied with everything. We highly recommend this hotel!
Hidden away from the island's busier area and offering a private beach, Larissa Samed resort features comfortable rooms, a garden and free WiFi access.
It is a short stroll from Sai Kaew Beach, as well as various restaurants, bars and a 24-hour convenience store. The island's main pier is a 5-minute ride away.
Rooms provide air conditioning, satellite TV and a patio with seating. There is also an electric kettle and a mini-fridge. A shower can be found in the private bathroom.
GGuest User2024.09.23
The location of the hotel is great if you like snorkelling, the cleaning service is only from 9:00- 13:00 and you need to confirm with the staff if you need it or not, which is alright for me.
The only thing made me is a bit uncomfortable is the reception provided food vouchers for our foreign friend( we checked in separately) but not us, even we booked the same room types and his room was right next to the beach.
When you stay at Baan Ploy Sea in Rayong, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet National Park and 10 minutes by foot from Koh Samet Pier. This beach resort is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Ao Wong Duan Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Ao Phai Beach.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at BaanPloySamed Restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the resort's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
CCoolday2025.08.31
The Samed Resorts group offers the guests a free boat shuttle service to Samed Island (even free car parking), which I find very convenient. The staff helped us loading the baggage to the boat and from the boat to the hotel. Ban Ploy sea is located right next to the pier with a few minutes walk. The check-in went smoothly. The staff was so helpful and friendly. He even offered me an upgrade room with the sea front view for 2 nights. The room was clean and comfy. At the back of the resort is a log house cafe, offering tasty cakes and fancy drinks. I feel really relaxed lying on a private beach. In the evening we were so lazy to go out, just had dinner at the hotel‘s restaurant every night. It was not cheap but everything was delicious. Overall, we are very satisfied. Highly recommended!
With a stay at Samed Grandview Resort in Rayong (Haad Sai Kaew), you'll be steps from Hat Sai Kaew Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Koh Samet Pier. This beach hotel is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Suan Son Beach and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet National Park.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Stop by De Grand Restaurant for lunch, dinner, or brunch, where this restaurant specializes in Thai cuisine, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Motorcycle parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 77 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily.
GGoing Back To My Roots2025.04.03
### Review of Samed Grandview Resort
We recently stayed at Samed Grandview Resort and had a wonderful experience overall. The resort's location is stunning, with beautiful views and a relaxing atmosphere that made our stay enjoyable. The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring all our needs were met.
However, we felt that the beach entertainment could use some improvement. While the idea of music on the beach is great, the selection and execution were somewhat lacking, making it a bit boring at times. As professionals in the entertainment industry, we believe there are ways to enhance the experience for guests, such as incorporating a more diverse music selection or live performances.
We truly enjoyed our time here and would love to see the entertainment aspect elevated for an even better guest experience. Thank you for considering our feedback! 🙏🏻
With a stay at Avatara Resort in Rayong, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Ao Cho Beach and Ao Phai Beach. This beach hotel is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Suan Son Beach.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. This hotel also features concierge services and wedding services.
Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch or dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 59 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
GGuest User2026.01.04
Pros:
1. Location is ideal ( walking distance between two beach ) and right by the beach
2. Room is big and toilet is spacious with a wardrobe
3. Big smart TV
Cons:
1. Hotel is up the hill and it is very steep. It is a 3 storey buildings (our room is all the way up the top). Had to ”hike up” the hills and then the stairs. ( each trip is a cardio )
Not ideal to commute back and forth from the room to the beach. Not for elderly/ ppl with disabilities.
2. Breakfast is very average. There was limited seating so had to wait and refills took very long ( kitchen seemed to be short staffed in the high season )
Overall, the stay was average.
When you stay at Samed Tropical Resort in Rayong, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Ao Wong Duan Beach and Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet National Park. This hotel is within close proximity of Ao Cho Beach and Ao Thian Beach.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Satisfy your appetite at Ao Cho Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.
Make yourself at home in one of the 27 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
GGuest User2025.08.07
Beautiful location on the beach and really good value for money. The resort restaurant is a little on the expensive side but there are plenty of restaurants further along the beach that are more affordable. The staff were friendly and very helpful.
With a stay at Stellars Samed Resort in Rayong, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Hat Sai Kaew Beach and Koh Samet Pier. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet National Park.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
At Stellars Samed Resort, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Make yourself at home in one of the 48 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.
YYanny11142025.07.27
I saw some reviews before saying it was run down, and I was hesitant to book, but our group of 8 people stayed there and actually thought it was pretty good. The hygiene was decent, and the location was about a 7-8 minute walk to the beach. If you're a family, it's definitely a good option, go ahead and book with confidence.
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GGuest UserThe taxi from the pier cost 250 baht. The beach right in front of the hotel is fantastic, and the male attendant who manages the towels was really good – he's the reason I gave the last 100 baht as a tip. His enthusiasm also led us to book a night squid fishing trip for 9 people.
However, all the staff here seem to have two different attitudes: one for Western guests and another for Chinese guests. While everyone else managed basic politeness, the female server in the restaurant (pictured in photo 2) was incredibly rude to us. This is my fifth time vacationing in Thailand, and I've also traveled to the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Mauritius, the Maldives, and Hamilton Island, but this is honestly the first time I've encountered a staff member so rude. She pointed her finger at me and loudly demanded that I push the water bottle from the middle of the table to against the wall. I was completely stunned.
Upon check-in, they asked for 500 baht per night for an extra bed for our 6-year-old. Since the three of us could comfortably share the king-sized bed, we declined and only paid for the child's breakfast, which was 200 baht per day.
One evening, we also encountered teenagers on the beach who were indiscriminately bullying kids playing there. I never even saw something like this in Australia, yet it happened on Koh Samet. Thankfully, my English speaking skills are decent, and after a big argument, he ended up yelling that he was going to call the police.
Overall, I still wouldn't recommend booking a hotel here. The pricing attracts a certain type of clientele, and since there are many very cheap hotels nearby, the beach attracts all sorts of tourists.
GGuest UserI have stayed at Flamingo Villa before (In the Garden Room), but this time I decided to stay in the loft room, which apparently is called the Family Room. Flamingo Villa is somewhat strange, since the ”Hotel” is basically three rooms within the Samed Your House hotel. Our neighbors actually knocked on our door to try and check in ~ You need to call the phone number for Flamingo Villa in order to check in, as someone will come out to meet you. So, bottom line up front: Flamingo Villa is awesome, but get ready to kill a lot of mosquitos! The owners do a good job of lighting incense sticks to try and keep the them away, but there are fountains around the area and the mosquitos are no joke. I would say I killed at least 10 in our room, so it is super important to make sure you close the sliding doors behind you every time you go in and out of the room.
The Family Room was awesome. The lower floor is basically a living room with a large day bed and a big TV with great speakers. The toilet room is separate from the shower. The stairs to the loft are pretty steep, but once you get up there it is really nice. There are two queen beds in the loft, and the glass wall and sliding door separate the bedroom from the main room, which is great because the bedroom has its own AC unit, and the glass keeps out the mosquitoes. The beds were comfortable, but be careful because the ceiling is very low above the beds. The view from up in the loft is very peaceful, and the owners obviously spent a lot of time decorating the place (The Christmas tree was still up while we were there).
The hotel is a 5 minute walk from Sai Kaew Beach, and the pier for the ferry is only a 10 minute walk ~ but you can take a mini bus if you would like. The hotel is close to restaurants and stores, and there are two 7-11s close to the beach. We rented a motor bike the last time we were in Koh Samed, but Sai Kaew Beach seems to be the nicest on the island, so we just hung out there.
I love Flamingo Villa, and I am sure I will stay there again in the future.
GGuest UserUpon check-in, our family room had a dirty patch on the wall under the air conditioner and was located near the reception area. The room provided was not as cozy or inviting as it appeared in the photos, and it was quite small, with a very narrow walkway between the entrance and the beds. We managed to upgrade to a higher-category room on the spot for an additional fee.
Breakfast is delivered to the room with two options to choose from, but the only place to eat is on the bed, which is quite inconvenient. Another drawback is the lack of foot-washing stations outside the rooms, meaning sand gets tracked in constantly.
On the positive side, the location is excellent – just 10 steps from a beach with pristine white sand. The hotel also offers private sun loungers and has a cafe serving delicious iced coffee.
I noticed the hotel features two premium rooms – two-story bungalows with direct sea views (as shown in some photos), but I couldn't find them listed on Trip.com.
KKiTTiMA K.If you’re looking for a place of relaxing, hearing the whispering of waves, focus in yourself, here is the place! Recommended! 🌟
I had a beautiful time here since my first step in till the day of step out. 🥰 welcoming with the white tea aroma had already impressed me. My room is a bit small for two but trust me! You don’t wanna stay in the room all day while the beautiful nature is calling outside. Apart from wonderful view right in front of my room, you can have your own moment of sunrise every morning, cozy and nice relaxing a whole day long, walking to see the sunset is less than 10mins. There is great service and the room keeps cleaning which they have never disturbed your staying.
They serve nice breakfast here both international buffet and Thai style. This place might be far away from other happening restaurants in the busy beaches but their dishes are acceptable, Thai dishes are good taste, fresh pizza served right from the oven while drinks, cocktails 🍹are good here! Some missing in the menu but I think they hear it. 😉
GGuest UserA nice hotel with very helpful staff. Choosing a seaside room on Trip was not clear, we ended up with a room further off the beach than I prefer. Staff moved us to a preferred room, without hassle. The breakfast is suitable for farang if you cannot do spicy. The beach is very clean, as is the water and with a morning tide you can see fish and crabs moving about. The resort is next to a roped off swim area shared by several hotels. A close-by dock serves those who want go on a snorkle trip but I dont know where to sign up for this. You will need a taxi or rent motorcy to get to town but there are two small stores about 5 minute walk if you need snacks, water, etc. There is no ATM nearby and only one on the whole island so have plenty of baht since many places on the island do not accept credit card.
Our only issue was that the pool's PH level was way off and caused a bit of irritation for the boys and I could not, at all, open my eyes underwater. Hopefully this is a one-off event. Otherwise, the staff was exceptional, helped us rent 2 motorcy and had them delivered. The room was cleaned each day, bed was not too hard, and AC worked great. You get a fridge, water, and coffee in room.
NNoooooooThe location is excellent — right by a beautiful and peaceful beach with soft, clean white sand. It’s perfect for a relaxing walk. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, always smiling and helpful. The room was clean, modern, and nicely decorated. There were quite a lot of mosquitoes, but the hotel provided mosquito repellent mats in the room, which was a thoughtful touch.
As for breakfast, the day I stayed there were quite a lot of guests, so the food ran out quickly and was not replenished in time. If the breakfast service could be improved during peak times, the overall experience would be even better.
MMaria Z. from Canada.If you are picky, need private beach and a big swimming pool - this hotel is not for you. It is a nice small hotel, with small pool, great breakfast. There are rooms that can fit 4 people. It’s a 20 second walk to the beach, you can rent a beach chair or lay on the towel. This hotel only servers breakfasts, there is no lunch or dinner, but you can always get good food at Samed Villa Restaurant. It’s a pleaser stay for several days, lots of greenery on this hotel property, it’s small but cozy.
GGuest UserLa Lune on Koh Samet... it was alright, but nothing to rave about. When we entered the room, it wasn't cleaned well – there was sand on the floor and even in the bed, which made sleeping quite uncomfortable. The pool, however, was really good, but room service barely worked, and breakfast was just so-so. The beach, though, was absolutely beautiful, with plenty of space and sun loungers, so that made up for some of it. Overall: okay, but it could easily have been better. 🌴✨
GGuest UserSaikaew Villa 65 is less than a 5 minute walk from the songthiaw drop off to get to the accommodation, after the 10 minute taxi ride from Ban Phe pier. We booked 3 Superior Twin rooms for family but the rooms were definitely not 'superior'. The rooms lacked any finesse, with a broken lampshade, gaps under the doors for mozzies to get in, a broken light in the bathroom and a leaking sink pipe, dodgy fridge connection and dead batteries in the aircon remote. The room itself was clean and the service for room cleaning was good, but the surrounding area around the rooms was dilapidated, with broken down storage buildings, remnants of building works and rubbish bags and cleaning equipment on display in the walkways each day. There was a definite lack of attention to detail. It was backpacker style but not with a backpacker price tag. I booked the rooms on a balcony, with a view of the courtyard garden, but there was nowhere to sit outside the room, no chairs provided, just small tables. The location is very good, a minute or so walk away from the beach. The attached restaurant, 'Joe's', was very efficiently run and the service there was excellent (thank you to the waiting staff, who were very friendly and helpful). For 60 baht for the day, a deckchair could be rented with an umbrella right on the sea front, and the restaurant staff provided towels for the deckchairs when asked. If you plan on spending little time in your rooms, and you don't mind the outside appearance of the accommodation, then Sai Kaew 65 is a great place to base yourself for all that Sai Kaew and Koh Samed has to offer.
GGuest UserThe most important thing about this place is its owner. Alex is a wonderful and friendly local islander. He truly puts his heart into what he does and does everything possible to make your stay as comfortable as it can be. Have a problem? Just talk to Alex and he’ll do his best to help. Need advice? Ask Alex! I think the main idea is clear
As for the place itself, it’s calm and quiet, yet close to the central part of the island where all the main shops are located. The beach is a 3-minute walk away, another one is about 5 minutes away — everything is nearby. The hotel has its own bar and a private area, peaceful and relaxing. The main issue is mosquitoes, but that’s not really the hotel’s fault — after all, there’s nature right behind the fence, and a very unusual one at that. We even saw a giant stick insect on the property for the first time ever, lol 🙂
The bungalow has all the basic essentials: a bed, air conditioning, a toilet, a shower, and a kettle. It might be nice to have a wardrobe or some storage for clothes, but that’s just a small nitpick.
If you’re not picky and don’t need five-star service, but appreciate a warm and genuine welcome, I can highly recommend this place!
Thank you, Alex — if we ever come back to Samet, we’ll definitely stay with you again!