“Небольшой хороший отель в окружении красивых гор и джунглей, недалеко от пляжа”
We stayed at the beginning of March with a family of five and rented two rooms. We asked in advance for rooms next to each other, and the host gave us two rooms on the fifth floor opposite each other, each facing a different side of the building. One room was a higher category for free, so both rooms ended up identical. From the fifth floor you get a great view in both directions; I’ve attached a photo from the balcony looking toward Buddha. For quieter nights, choose the room facing the mountain with Buddha; the other side has traffic noise even with windows closed, and in the morning roosters crow loudly. The rooms are spacious, the beds comfortable, and it’s especially nice to sit on the balcony in the evening and listen to night birds and cicadas from the forest. The forest is literally nearby, and from each room you can see a jungle-covered mountain. Mosquitoes are present but few. The air‑conditioner is shielded so it doesn’t blow on the bed, and there’s a ceiling fan. A small fridge is provided, though its freezer doesn’t actually freeze. Cleaning is very good, better than in some five‑star hotels. The rooms could use a minor renovation, but everything works. The Italian owner is very pleasant and always ready to help. The wonderful Kata beach is a 10‑minute walk, but it’s easier to take the free tuk‑tuk from the hotel, which takes a few minutes. He can take you to any of the three nearest beaches. The same tuk‑tuk can also take you around the island for a tour, which we recommend. The restaurant downstairs is decent, but you can eat more cheaply and deliciously on the street; there are many restaurants there. We liked the tiny Thai restaurant just a two‑minute walk along the street to the sea, on the right side—extraordinarily tasty. It’s a family café. We visited all the nearby beaches, but the closest Kata beach was our favorite. There are no waves, no currents, and no jellyfish, making it ideal for children and the elderly. The nature is very beautiful. A grocery store is a 3‑minute walk toward the beach.
Aleksei5 months ago