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"A lovely hotel on the beachfront, with a gorgeous beach with white, clean sand and all the necessary amenities for a relaxing stay. The rooms are very clean and have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Comfortable beds, good linens, toiletries in the bathroom, large towels, a refrigerator, toothbrushes, a kettle, and a large refrigerator. The staff is very friendly. The breakfasts are excellent. We loved it! Thank you!"

"The initial service was quite poor, with no smiles from the staff. I stayed in a two-story beachfront loft, right by the sea. The location is absolutely superb – I genuinely highly recommend it! I honestly think it's the best-situated room on the entire public beach. The rooms further back are quite close to each other. To the right, the beach is lined with restaurants. The restaurants on the right side of the main street just outside the entrance were really not good. Of course, this has nothing to do with the hotel; I'm just pointing it out. The next day, I asked for complimentary bottled water. A staff member said 'okay' but never brought it. When I went to ask again, they had already finished their shift, and there was no one around. So, here's a tip: if you need anything, go directly to the front desk. I only stayed two days before checking out and moving to another hotel. However, the front desk staff here helped me transfer my luggage directly to my second hotel, and I truly commend them for that service! 👍🏻"

"Beautiful view in beach front (semi detached) cabins. We included breakfast during our stay which was fine (but take care some food had bugs). The rooms were fairly basic, not the most comfortable of beds and did not get cleaned during our 3 night stay. Water was provided and towels replaced once, left outside for us to collect. The restaurant was fairly reasonable, music at night. Unfortunately the rooms were very noisy, you could hear the neighbours during the night and lizards on the roof. The location is a lovely beach, not too far to walk on the beaches to tubtim, but a bit too far to walk to the main town."

"To be honest, I'd say it's pretty decent. The price is fair for the room, offering good value for money and no real complaints. The breakfast spread had a good variety. The hotel is located right by the beach. The island isn't very big, so I'd actually recommend renting a scooter no matter where you're staying. I would definitely choose this place again for my next visit."

"From the pier to the hotel on foot along the central street of Samet, the hotel is conveniently located, although at first we did not find it, since it is in a common courtyard with other buildings of the Siakaew chain, if you walk along the beach, it is easier to find it, the reception is hidden right behind the beach restaurant, by the way, in the mornings from the restaurant they really rattle dishes very noisily)). The reception staff is very friendly, they checked us in right away (and we arrived at 10 am, ☝️), the rooms have no windows, there is a large portal to the inner hall and that's it, but there is enough light. The room has everything you need, 4 towels, gel, shampoo, coffee, a comfortable soft mattress, a dryer on the mini balcony, there is also a folding basin if you need to wash something, I have not seen this in Thailand yet. There is another problem that everyone writes about, it is the smell of sewage, I woke up at night from a terrible stench, the problem was solved with the same basin, we covered the shower drain with it and the smell disappeared, another plus is that at the entrance from the beach to the restaurant there is a place where you can wash your feet from sand, and not carry it into the room"

"Very nice service! The staff was so nice, helpful and freindly. They upgrade our room the beachfront room. I would recommend this place to people who like peaceful trip and enjoy privacy."

"Avatara Resort, Koh Samed: A Family-Friendly Beach Getaway Rating: 4/5 stars Koh Samed perfectly captures that quintessential island tourist vibe, and Avatara Resort delivers a solid family-friendly beach experience right in the heart of it all. Location & Beach Access The resort's prime beachfront location is undoubtedly its strongest asset. Situated directly by a beautiful stretch of shallow, crystal-blue waters, it offers safe and perfect conditions for family sea bathing. The convenience factor is excellent – you're just a two-minute walk from the famous Sai Kaew Beach, the iconic Mermaid Monument, and the bustling Silversand Resort area. Accommodation & Ambience While the resort building itself shows its age, the refurbished rooms create a lovely ambience with beautiful lighting that transforms the older structure into something quite charming. We stayed on the third floor, which offered peaceful mountain views overlooking the national park forest rather than beach views. The setting is genuinely calm and quiet – exactly what we wanted for a family retreat. Important consideration: There's no elevator, so reaching upper floors requires quite a climb. As we joked, shuttling between the room and outside areas four times daily provides a workout in itself! This makes the resort unsuitable for elderly guests or anyone with mobility issues. Dining Experience The breakfast experience is delightful, served in a beachside restaurant where you can enjoy your meal with sand between your toes. The selection impresses with a good range of both Western and Thai options, including fresh fruits. The resort's beach restaurant serves quality food with excellent value for money – we tried multiple dishes and enjoyed them all. However, there's no room service, and the restaurant closes early (around 9:30-10 PM). When late-night cravings struck, we found the nearby 7-Eleven (just 5-6 minutes' walk) convenient for snacks. Room Amenities & Issues Room amenities are adequate though not luxurious. The shower area is well-designed with a spacious dressing area. However, we encountered an unpleasant odor from the bathroom drainage system that required some management during our stay. Activities & Surroundings For water activities like parasailing, snorkeling, and jet skiing, you'll need to walk to Sai Kaew Beach to find service providers – fortunately, we found excellent options there. Final Verdict Avatara Resort succeeds as a family-friendly destination that balances beachfront access, peaceful ambience, and reasonable pricing. While it has some limitations (no elevator, early restaurant closure, minor maintenance issues), the overall experience was enjoyable and memorable. Recommended for: Families seeking a calm beach getaway who don't mind some stairs and prefer a quieter resort atmosphere. Consider alternatives if: You need elevator access, late-night dining options, or luxury amenities."

"We had a lovely stay at this hotel! As a couple, we found it to be the perfect getaway. The hotel is really nice—everything was clean and well-maintained. Our room was comfortable and spotless, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The location is fantastic, just a short distance from both the town and the beach, making it easy to explore. Plus, there’s a scooter rental nearby, which was great for getting around quickly and easily. Overall, everything was great, and we’d definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area!"

"Lovely location with beach access. We stayed in a Cottage room, which had a large king-size bed and a single bed. The mattress was firm. Although the room was more than adequate for our stay, it is not luxurious. No room service is provided, but rooms are cleaned daily. Breakfast was included and offered thai food and western based breakfast items ( although it was luke warm at best) The dinner menu was very thai, fish based, but they did have pizzas or burger and bbq items. I ate mainly thai. Staff are very friendly and welcoming, although a couple of times we ordered food or drink for it to never appear. Beach .. sea was lovely and clear , and sand was soft and clean. You can walk over to the neighbouring bay for more restaurant options. The usual downer is the people that insist on reserving sunbeds and barely using them... frustrating when they are unused for 4 or more hours."

"Overall it's good. It takes about five minutes to get from the pier to the hotel. You can also arrange a speedboat transfer in advance. The location is a little far from the beach, which does not affect the experience. The facilities are a little old and the breakfast is monotonous. The service is friendly. During the period, the child left his mobile phone behind and helped to keep it. Thank you. There are a few domestic teams, and it will be a little noisy at night. This has nothing to do with the hotel. Not bad."