Ban Kaew Villas

This place feels like an oasis. It's surprisingly calm once you enter the garden of the property, especially as it's located on a main road. It's easy to walk to the Fisherman's market and the beach, and there's off-street parking if you hire a car or moped. I was travelling by public transport and on foot. The gate is locked at night and I felt very safe inside the property grounds and in the neighbourhood. Hospitality: I arrived early, just as there was a heavy downpour. I made myself comfortable in the reception area and accidentally fell asleep on the sofa after an exhausting trip. Mimi kindly woke me up with a fresh coconut to drink from, which was incredibly refreshing and I was so grateful for the wonderful hospitality. Room: The room was spectacular and the bathroom was huge. Everything was incredibly clean and I couldn't have wished for a more comfortable stay. There was a mini fridge in my room, where I kept some snacks, and I was given small bottles of water each day. Pool: The pool is small but it was very refreshing and I was able to swim a little but I would say it's more for bathing than exercise. There were comfortable sun loungers and the pool area is quiet and calm. Restaurant: I didn't try the restaurant on the property because I had a few local restaurants I wanted to check out, but the menu looked enticing. There is no breakfast at this property, it's more like self-catering with a restaurant option. However, there is a great café on the corner of the street. I was contacted by Mimi from the property in advance of my stay to warn me of a local festival that would be happening during my stay, which would be very noisy. I appreciated the warning as it was very loud.

This traditional Thai style accommodation is superb. The Villas are huge, inside and out, the decked area outside is enormous, with a covered day bed and there is a further, entire open plan floor below, for relaxing!l There is a fully functional kitchen, toilet and shower room on the bottom level also. The decor is traditional and sympathetic to the age and culture of the area. There is a small swimming pool set in stunningly beautiful and mature gardens. Even though the accommodation is just off the main road, it’s a complete oasis of beauty once inside. Very close to Fisherman Village, about 5 minute walk. Great in house restaurant, with home cooked food to suit your taste. Mimi is a fabulously kind and thoughtful hostess, and the the entire team made our stay a great experience. Thank you all very much 🙏

The room is set away from the street and is quieter, very clean, and they light mosquito repellent incense, but it’s still a good idea to have your own mosquito protection as well. We stayed in a new room with comfortable beds, and all the living spaces are very private. I fell ill with stomach issues and a severe ear infection, so I’m completely unable to travel to other islands, which completely changed our trip. However, this is an excellent hotel where you can 100% rest and recover. All the staff are exceptionally friendly, and we are very satisfied with our stay.

I loved this hotel. An island of peace amidst the crazy Koh Samui traffic. Lush vegetation and carefully curated pathways, even a small temple in the middle of the property. Once in a while you can hear the sounds from the nearby monastery, which - in my opinion - fitted the atmosphere of the place perfectly. The room was spotlessly clean and cosy, tucked away from the noise of the street. The manager Mimi is a kind and warm person, she helped us with everything we needed. Highly recommended!

Our villa was incredible with an amazing terrace. We had rain during our stay and it didn’t matter because we had such a wonderful place to hang out. It felt very special to have the chance to stay here. Nice pool area Great food market across the road