Tawaen Beach Resort

They charged us 500 baht for snorkelling, claiming to bring us to an off shore island, while it’s the same as the others which only charge 300 baht. Also the check out time is wrong. Trip.com says it’s 11:30 but when we arrived they say it’s been changed to 11. Also the noise is a huge issue especially for late night and early morning.

The room was clean and fresh, located on the second floor. There was a water boiler, but no coffee and no cups!! Spacious room, soft bed and very good bathroom. Unfortunately too close to the street where people were throwing firecrackers until 1.30 in the night, because we were there during Loy Krathong. Only 300 baht for renting a motorcycle and the seats on the beach were free. The breakfast was very poor and there was a toaster which nobody knew how to manage. The staff didn't help either. There is a shuttle bus to the ferry boat, which can pick you up too if you call the hotel in advance.

Service is great, receptionist does English. The room is good, with fan, conditioner, large fridge. The location is exceptional and it can't be stressed enough, about 15 metres from the sea during the tide. The chairs on the beach are free, but the sun loungers are 200 baht - I suggest shopping around, there are cheaper options right next to it. The only negative is non-existent soundproofing. Walls are thin, the door is a sliding flimsy one made of glass, and the music is always booming outside until 10 PM. You WILL hear it and everything your neighbours are taking about, earplugs and sleeping mask are mandatory.