Layan Villas - Choeng Thale

This is not your traditional hotel room; this is actually a villa! You have your own enclosed area - the kitchen/living room areas are separate from the master bedroom. Both of these are very spacious and have been well furnished, but you have to go outside to go from the kitchen to the bedroom. It is very much as pictured, but the layout is hard to capture in photos. This hotel is definitely for someone who will primarily like to stay at the hotel, and visit the one nearby beach. Lily, manager, was very kind and helpful even when she was off the clock (front desk is open till 6).

A team of four staff came in every morning to prepare breakfast is a highlight, the pool is great, the place is quiet, faraway from the busy areas, staff are helpful.

In a pretty remote area, could be boring if you do not have a car to explore around. Hotel staff very friendly although they do not speak much English. Short stay is fine.

The hotel staff are friendly and helpful! But it's really inconvenient! Will be good if you rent a car

Location - far from major landmarks but makes it a good getaway from hustle & buzz of city. Nearest family mart is 5 mins drive. Patong beach is 40 mins drive. Nearest Layan beach is 10 mins drive but condition of beach is not great. Recommended to rent a car. Villa condition & facilities - don't expect 5 star experience but it's clean, functional & basic amenities are good enough to get by. Price - it's value for money. Worth the short getaway with friends.