Hotels near Hat Chao Mai, Ban Chao Mai

Let me start by saying that this is a lovely, peaceful, characterful place to stay and I really enjoyed my time here.  But it's not a 10 or really even a 9.something as the limited number of reviews suggest. I actually changed my booking from 6 nights here to 3 here and another 3 somewhere a bit more modern at the very north of the island and was pleased that I did.  Here's what you need to be aware of before you book here (there were no photos of the room or bathroom when I booked!). Pros it's a 15 minute, peaceful walk from the local fishing village with nice local restaurants and shops and a bit away from anything touristy (which isn't much on this island to be fair!) the hosts are lovely and smiley and can't do enough to help, although they don't speak any other languages, so bring google translate! they have a bike / motorbike / kayak for use, if a little battered and squeaky The views are stunning and it's SO peaceful!  It's a great place to unwind and reset there are lots of characterful little hermit crabs who rustle around in the undergrowth in the evening. They love bits of fruit, especially coconut :)

Really cozy place to stay and chill. The room was lovely and a traditional Thai breakfast was provided every morning along with bottles of water for the day. The best thing about the property though has to be the hosts! What a lovely couple. They were so kind to myself and my partner and made us feel very welcomed and totally at home. We had some cool conversations where one of the hosts demonstrated her impressive English! She also educated us on the 2 different types of mango trees they have on the land and also prepared one of the sweet fruits for us, it was delicious! The husband also makes his own coffee and we were lucky enough to try that too! I believe we tried a medium roast and it did not disappoint. But as a whole, the hosts really made our stay special.

Great people great accommodation

Great location on the island. Not in tourist central but close enough to get to everything. Hosts were very welcoming.

Helpful host, spacious room, good location