500 Rai Floating Resort

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.7

Boasting overwater bungalows on the Ratchaprapha reservoir (Cheow Lan Lake), 500 Rai Floating Resort is set in a midst of natural surroundings. Guests can indulge in an outdoor pool and enjoy amazing views of lush green hills. Delectable local and Western cuisines can be sampled at Talay Nai Restaurant. Guest are required to take a long tail boat to the resort which take 1 hour 30 minutes from Ratchaprapa pier (can contact the property for boat reservation) Each bungalow here comes with two bedrooms featuring comfortable beds and an air conditioning. The private bathroom is equipped with shower facilities and the toilet is separated from the shower area. Guests can enjoy sunrise and sunset either from an indoor seating area or the outdoor balcony. A two-seat kayak and life jackets are provided for guests to explore the paradise-like beauty of the area. Shuttle services are available for guest's convenience with additional charge. Surat Thani International Airport is a 60 minute drive from the pier, while Koh Samui Piers are 78 mi drive away. Khao Sok National Park is an hour away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Asian, American

Activities:

  • Canoeing

  • Hiking

  • Water sports facilities on site

Availability

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Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

Guest reviews

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Monica
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was perfect, the food, waitresses and waiters, boat taxi, the location and facilities”
Jenkins
United States United States
“The whole staff there was very courteous , always smiling. Very helpful. We enjoyed our work time there.”
Noelle
United States United States
“The staff here was incredible. Warm & hospitable & very very good with our young children. The accommodation was so beautifully laid out. Highly comfortable despite its remote location. The restaurant offered a thoughtful selection of Thai food &...”
William
United States United States
“The location and the staff! Beem and Oum were remarkable.”
Uri
United States United States
“A resort that floats on a quiet lake. It is as luxurious as can be for such a rustic setting (e.g., lukewarm shower water). The moto is "disconnect to reconnect". No real wi fi. But you have your own kayak to tour the lake and you can join hotel...”
Andrea
United States United States
“I was nervous when I read some recent reviews but we were thrilled with our time here. The newer sister resort has more updated design but this spot was full of options should we have wanted more to do. In the end we connected and visited and just...”
Valeria
United States United States
“The location is STUNING!!!!!! the lake, the views, the pool! AMAIZING!!!!”
Gal
Israel Israel
“Location is beautiful. Staff is super friendly. Good breakfast , great activities around the hotel”
Tran
United States United States
“This was one of the best experiences of my life. EVERYONE at the resort was friendly. We want to give special recognition to Egg our boat driver who took us from the deluxe suite to the restaurant everyday. The waitresses were also really...”
Keith
Thailand Thailand
“The view is hard to beat. Having a kayak at your door to explore this magnificent body of water and its jungle-lined shore where wildlife thrives is exceptional. The service here is fantastic and very friendly, love the staff. The food and...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Ta Lay Nai Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Local • Asian • International • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Kosher • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Resort facilities at 500 Rai Floating Resort

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi
  • Bar

House rules

500 Rai Floating Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 18:00 and 06:00
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of THB 2,000 is required on arrival. That's about $60. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

1 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
THB 2,400 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please be informed that there is a compulsory national park fee at THB 300 per person for foreigners and THB 40 per person for Thai citizen. Payment need to be settled at the hotel.

Please note that 500 Rai Floating Resort is located at the middle of the lake and can only be accessed by a long tail boat. The property offers a chargeable boat transfer. Guests are kindly requested to inform the property in advance if they wish to make use of this service. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform 500 Rai Floating Resort of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

A damage deposit of THB 2,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 0845565017613

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