The only real issue with the resort is the taxi service; there is none. And the public service charges no less than THB 500 for a 5 min drive. Reason; access is either via a narrow bridge (only wide enough for very small cars) and you walk along the beach (option is difficult when travelling with luggage although hotel did in our case send a sidecar to pick up the luggage) or, the other option: an accessroad which goes over a steep hill which creates deep mud holes when it rains, leading to many cars not being able to access and taxi drivers applying the distortion factor. A hotel of this allure should take care of this situation and provide year round access without public routs over ridiculous taxi fares. Of course island wide issue; watch out for the sandflies.

Its a genuine nice kind of old style resort (lots of green, on sandy grounds with rustic decoration and tatched roof restaurant buildings) very nice thai style houses for accommodation. Modernish bathroom with good shower. Staff is kind, hardworking and pleasant, not in your face and professional. We were particular impressed with the kitchen; some very very good thai dishes.

Stayed in August 2025

The Resort staff Naa and Auii went above and beyond to accommodate our room preferences, which made our stay even more enjoyable... The bungalows are beautifully built and the grounds lovely, tropical and well kept. A gorgeous hideaway place to stay.

Stayed in July 2025

Be aware, Chivapuri is a very long way from the main areas - if you want night life, go elsewhere. The beach is very rocky with rock pools at low tide. I didn’t realise and at high tide i ran into the ocean and got bad cuts. Be careful. Some snakes and many geckos throughout the grounds and monkeys visit most days. This can be a little disconcerting but it is basically a jungle/beach paradise, so we forgive them! Haha.

Stunning environment with lush tropical gardens, beautiful beach frontage and a stunning pool with plenty of shade. Lovely breakfast with excellent Thai options and good coffee. Delicious fresh made omelette too!

Stayed in July 2025

We are elderly and bars or racks at the bath and shower and the pool to help for balance. Would be helpful for young and old.

Pool. Peace. Nature. Everything…. Great breakfast!

Stayed in July 2025

Difficult to access. Bad road conditions to get into the hotel

Beach and staff at the hotel

Stayed in June 2025

During low season everything was pretty shut down around the resort with minimal staff. They are attentive but limited menu, breakfast options, poolside bar was closed, etc. During high season I would expect a different experience. Also the sand flies were very bite-y this time of year so bring repellant with DEET. It would be lovely to have a shuttle into the village available as the song thaew doesn't come by often, perhaps this is an option during high season?

We really enjoyed exploring the tide pools during low tide (bring water shoes!). Our seaside cottage was perfect. The pool was very nice and right on the beach which is great because ocean swimming is difficult in this area due to the reef. We loved being in nature and seeing animals, sea, and jungle all around us. Breakfast was ok but may be better during high season.

Stayed in June 2025

Would be good to have better information on directions. Perhaps some solar lighted signs on the drive path. The restaurant could use some attention to the details.

A well laid out beach resort with an incredibly friendly and helpful staff. My room was great and I liked the foot wash stations. A nice touch.

Stayed in April 2025

The location is magic.

Stayed in May 2025

The wifi service could be improved.

When I arrived the power was out as there was a storm the night before but the staff were warm and welcoming I had a large room with a plush bed and nice linen wifi was a bit spotty in the 4 days I was there , food was decent and views gorgeous.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing

Beach, clear water..

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing but songkran song at breakfast same song for 3 hrs on repeat . Not a complaint just change the songs 😘

Stayed in April 2025

Lovely hotel , beautiful scenery , friendly and helpful staff. A bit secluded location as Koh Chang is a very big island. If you’re looking for a quiet place for a family stay it is a good place. The only con is a not very powerful AC that doesn’t really cool the big room enough.

Stayed in April 2025

Beach is great, swimming however is not so easy due to the very shallow coast and some rocks.

Very nice and relaxed location in the very south of Koh Chang with a nice pool. Kayaks can easily be rented at the resort and are free of charge for 1 hour. The breakfast buffet was rich and good. Nice coffee machine with excellent (!) coffee and a variety of coffee options – the machine has sometimes its ‘own will’ though. Staff was superb: little shy in the beginning, however extremely helpful and friendly – even on challenging topics. Thanks to Natty and the complete Shivapuri team.

Stayed in March 2025

The prices at the bar / restaurant are much higher than nearby restaurants, there is a 10 percent service charge and you have to remind the staff that you are a guest and are exempt from this.. a little frustrating

The beautiful pool that looks into the lovely beach in a lush tropical garden. Our room was also great!

Stayed in March 2025

Absolutely nothing

This was our favourite resort due to location on Ko Chang. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Natty the Manager was extremely welcoming, efficient and resourceful. Breakfast buffet was delicious with both Western and Thai choices. The atmosphere looking onto the beach from breakfast area, on the sand beach restaurant and bar magnificent. In this location you can watch both sunrise and sunset. We hired a scooter to get around. Our preference is to enjoy the surroundings and not huge "party people" therefore the quiet enjoyment in the evening for pure relaxation hit the spot perfectly, this is not the spot for late party goers though. Most venues shut around 9-10pm Feb 2025 which is consider higher season. Their hotel prices for food and beverage (beer and cocktails) were very reasonable. The grounds are lush with plants and trees and stunning lighting in the evenings beautifully maintained. The pool was divine: clean, cool and was able to get shelter from the sun in parts (being a red head) most important. Plenty of sun loungers including on the breach front and a nice beach sand and water. This is a smaller number of rooms resort and therefore has a very intimate personalised feeling without that usual "overrun by tourist" situation. You can walk along the beach to other food options and Bang Bao Pier is a short Songthaew away if you're not a competent scooter driver (Ko Chang road have very challenging bends and curves steep inclines and declines etc but hubby is a motor bike rider!). I recommend a private transfer from Ko Chang Pier as it is a good 38 min drive to the bottom area of Ko Chang and the entry is a little rough but totally worth it. Their massage ladies are the best: Eie and Ploy can deliver either that strong Thai or more relaxing type which ever you desire - again reasonably priced.

Stayed in February 2025

Announcement elephant trekking

The location

Stayed in March 2025

Quite expensive (by Thai standards) to hire a taxi to get to and from the hotel

Comfortable 2 bedroom apartment with plenty of room. Excellent swimming pool and good, sandy beach from which to enjoy the sea. Plenty of sunbeds under trees providing shade. Reception staff very helpful. Easy to walk to local restaurants along the beach. Good breakfasts.

Stayed in March 2025

The hotel is very secluded which is a bonus for some but can be a problem for others and you feel it especially in the evening if you want to go shopping (but no problem to have a dinner, there are restaurants on the beach around). In the evening it is not easy to get a shared taxi from here, you must walk along the beach to a pick up point and sometimes wait for long to get one. The Klong Kloi beach is popular among day trippers so it can become quite busy at some parts of the day and even though the hotel has signs beyond which the non guests cannot go I saw several times people even trying to have a swim in the hotel pool and occupy the sun beds. The hotel does not feel like a resort, it feel like a public place and non guests walk in and out of the premises. There should be maybe a permanent guard who would take care of the guests privacy. As the hotel presents itself as a 4 star resort, this should be no problem. Concerning the hotel as such, they could improve with the room cleaning services, our room was always cleaned late in the afternoon and the cleaning was not perfect, sand was left on the floor, several times the complimentary water bottles were not changed and empty bottles left sitting everywhere.

It is a quiet hotel on a beautiful beach with a strong feel of being a part of the nature. If you want to get away from it all, then it is the right place for you. The rooms are modern and spacious and beds are comfortable. We had a sea view room which was a bonus. Breakfast selection was certainly enough. There are also many options to eat in the beach restaurants around.

Stayed in February 2025

Thin sunbed mattresses, not good for those with achey backs. Accessibility getting in & out of pool could be improved, would help older guests.

Position on beautiful beach, lots of sunbeds dotted among trees. Lovely staff, good food, good breakfast. We absolutely loved our huge beachfront villa, and our view of the sea when waking up.Lush gardens, well maintained. Beautiful pool. Many beach restaurants very close along the beach. Great massages at good prices. One of the best beach hotels we’ve ever stayed in.

Stayed in February 2025

Would book a family suite on beach side if poss. There are a few rooms at the back, which were chilled but dark and felt like it had been recently redone but with less of the comfortable furnishings put back. We loved the place but would 100pc recommend opting for a room at the front. Restaurant was not great - a real shame as this could be an asset, but it was also on the other hand, very peaceful. Not a problem for us as we enjoyed our walks down the beach to other eateries.

Lovely location at the end of the road, which made it safe and relaxing with kids. It was truly a wonderful spot and super chilled. Little bars, restaurants in the sandy tracks behind up to Bang Bao meant it wasn't isolated. Perfect from that perspective. The pool and beach were lovely and never crowded. Lovely staff.

Stayed in January 2025

peaceful, jungely paradise!

Stayed in February 2025

Just slightly overpriced restaurant, compared to the simillar places at Koh Chang made us reconsider where we were dining

The place, the sea, staff, accomodation, all really excellent. Spacious and clean rooms, spacious resort and very attentive staff.

Stayed in January 2025

Food during the day at the Coco cafe wasn’t great

We loved that it was directly on the beach and the staff were very friendly and accommodating!

Stayed in February 2025

Temperamental shower & sound proofing between rooms not great.

Beautiful tropical grounds on edge of forest and on a stunning stretch of beach. Spacious rooms & good breakfast

Stayed in January 2025