Mooban Talay Resort is a charmingly designed resort that comes with a unique character that blends perfectly well with its stunning seaside surroundings. Set amidst a tropical paradise fringed with lush greeneries, the splendid resort lies in Ao Noi Na of Koh Samet, one of Thailand’s most coveted beach destinations. Aside from the resort’s boat transfer to its private pier, there are also regular ferries leaving from the mainland pier at Ban Phe to Na Dan Village which is located on Koh Samet.
The spacious guestrooms are gorgeously decorated in contemporary Thai style, teemed with ample quality amenities. In-house facilities include a wide variety of mouth-watering Asian and Western cuisines, swimming pool, and a Sport Centre.
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I had a wonderful vacation at Mooban Talay. It is perfect for someone looking for a clean, quiet, secluded beach. The staff are helpful and friendly, the food is delicious, and the boat transfer service is very convenient. The bungalows are nice and comfortable, but could use an update. It s definitely a resort that is going on my list of places to visit again!
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I had a problem with my Visa card being accepted on the website, but the staff person I talked with on the phone was very helpful and I was able to do a money transfer here in Thailand. I am grateful for all the money I saved using sawadee.com. Thanks!
Date: Aug 18, 2011 written by: Colleen Renee Maust
Date of stay: Aug 13, 2011
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Quite disappointing really. The place could be quite nice if it was better maintained. The restaurant staff was not helpful at all and all looked poker-face, totally unpleasant. (very unusal for a Thai resort)Poor attention to hygiene...when i tried to cover the fruits being served buffet-style for breakfast (from the flies), they would take the cover off...quite a turn-off. The beach is full of sharp rocks and shells (at shallow water), three out of eight of us had our feet cut.
No, I will not go back.
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booking service is fine
Date: Aug 16, 2011 written by: WONG WAI MING FRANCIS
Date of stay: Feb 26, 2011
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Very relaxing week!!
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Easy and reliable
Date: Mar 02, 2011 written by: Pekka Back
Date of stay: Feb 07, 2011
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I highly recommend this resort. Especially if you are looking for relaxation & a quiet time.
The beach is great. Sun loungers rarely fill up. Clear sea with not-too-hot, not-too-cold temperature. Great swimming pool overlooking the beach. Be sure to get up early to see sunrise at least once.
Our bungalow looked over the pool, but we could see the beach/sea too. Rooms are fine, nothing too plush but clean & some nice touches. Love the outdoor shower idea. Nice big balcony.
Staff are excellent. Restaurant v good. Best tomato soup ever, and the cashew chicken v good too.
Massages also superb.
If you want nightlife or shops you ll be dissapointed. There isn t any around. If you need any supplies get it at Ban Phe pier.
Despite being told the island is full of mosquitos, my only bite was from an ant who was sat minding his own business on my flip flop when I put it on!
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Our 1st choice of resort wasn t available so we were emailed with this alternative. We also tried for a beach front room but they were full too. We were refunded the difference and all was well. Good communication.
Date: Feb 12, 2011 written by: Ruth Farmer
Date of stay: Jan 26, 2011
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There was the best place where we have ever been.Staff are very lovely and kind.Room is clean and comfortable and my favourite place is the shower-in open air.Everything is excellent.It was really paradise!!!!!
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Date: Feb 03, 2011 written by: Afonina Yuliya
Date of stay: Dec 05, 2010
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Good hotel with nice and clean rooms, good food and nice staff.
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good as usual...
Date: Dec 08, 2010 written by: Nathalie Laubier Ambrois
Date of stay: Sep 08, 2010
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Everything was perfect
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Date: Sep 20, 2010 written by: JULIEN CARPENTIER
Date of stay: Aug 15, 2010
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nice quiet spot
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good and easy
Date: Aug 18, 2010 written by: Ofer Einav
Date of stay: Aug 08, 2010
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Rooms very good. Might think of adding TVs for the rainy days. Would rethink the outside shower set up.
Staff very helpful.
No mention of any of the sport facilities advertised on the web when asked, and there were no bicycles for rent as advertised.
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Date: Aug 10, 2010 written by: Hugh Millar
Date of stay: Jul 27, 2010
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This resort was perfect! It is absolutely beautiful. The pictures from the website do not do it justice. The staff was so friendly and they went above and beyond to take care of our every request. I can not wait to return to Mooban Talay! Thank you to all of the staff for a perfect vacation!
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Date: Jul 31, 2010 written by: Sarah Rae Cadwallader
Date of stay: Jul 26, 2010
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hotel provides free ferry transfer from the nuanthip pier in ban phe. freshly squeezed juice and freshly brewed coffee for breakfast, hotel ammenities ok, superior bungallow still can see the beach. hotel is located at the end of public road, so there is no road between the hotel/room and the beach, which was great. many fishing boat anchored hundred of yards away -- pretty sight at night. very quiet beach but some rubbish drifted from the mainland presumably. a pretty outcrop to the north of the hotel/cape noi na is worth a visit. why they don t clean dog litters in the beach? lots of trees and nice garden, we even saw some hornbill birds for several days. more than enough sunbeds for everyone, also several thatched roof huts with hammock for those who prefers shade.
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Date: Jul 28, 2010 written by: S P
Date of stay: Jul 04, 2010
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I stayed at this hotel 5 years ago during high season and thought it was the best hotel because it has a nice white sand isolated beach away from banana boats and tour groups. There is really no where else on Samet that you can have a bungalow right next to your own beach.
This trip during low season I wasn t as impressed. The rooms are run down, so they seem way overpriced. Other beaches during low season aren t that crowded so this hotel loses its advantage. There was no hot water in our delux bungalow. The hotel staff couldn t help us because the water heater was too far away from the room. This was the same 5 years ago. Everyone must complain about this, but they haven t tried to fix it. We also had water leaking out of our Refrigerator all over the room. Next time I m staying somewhere else.
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Sawadee was great. Super fast and better price than agoda. They aren t always cheaper, but this time they were. A lot of time sawadee can get rooms even when other sites don t have any rooms left.
Date: Jul 06, 2010 written by: Thomas Hamilton
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Something wonderful, achieving ones expectations, outfitting
the best in our existence. Be welcome to a new generation of exclusive
Resort where the atmosphere is - simply different.
The design
of the Resort focuses on the strong axis within the layout and paths.
Once stepping on the arrival pavilion you discover the ardent nature
and spirit of the Resort, experiencing then a feeling of familiarity
with the environment combined with a great potential of discovery.
Since the dream became reality but had to remain so, the
two creators decided to build only 24 luxury bungalows, providing everyone
with extensive space and creating the exclusive mood of the Resort.
Mooban Talay Resort is equipped
with all the modern facilities that will contribute to a complete relaxation
experience during your stay. Furthermore, the individual and friendly
attention given to each guest shall make you feel part of our "village".
ACCOMMODATIONS
Each bungalow is built on stilts, having their own
uniqueness even though all are based on the same style. Architecture
and artistic design - combining the best materials with the elements
of nature - provides Mooban Talay Resort
with its original identity. The attention given to the slightest details
adds a touch making each room unique. Art lovers will especially appreciate
the genuine aesthetic, a bond to the "Pra Apai Manee" legend, displayed
in every room.
The consciousness of space provided is one of
the main highlights of the bungalow. The terrace, wide and open air,
is in fact an ideal place for relaxing on your own or share quality
time.
Standard Bungalow:
total 9 rooms, Garden View
Superior Bungalow:
total 8 rooms, Seaview
Deluxe Bungalow:
total 4 rooms, Beachfront
Entering the guestroom, a large tatami placed
on a stage, facing the main window; enhances a feeling of openness
already present through the discrete but generous lighting. Quality
cotton fabrics are used for the bed linen to ensure a good night
rests, one to remember.
Following, the bathroom and its glass
doors leads you to the amazing open-air shower. Capture the simple feeling
of a shower together with the elements of nature...
These characteristics
will make you feel immediately comfortable.
Adding modernity
to the artist's insight and for your best comfort, all our bungalows
are equipped with air condition and mini-bar. All the amenities expected
are available and tastefully set out in a natural way.
But that's
not all ... we keep some surprises for you to have the pleasure to to
find out why we are simply different!
RESTAURANT
& BARS
Panorama Restaurant :
Takes its name from the Seaview. An impressive structure requiring no
enclosure from the weather. It will delight your appetite with a selection
of both Asian and Western delicacies " la carte" or from a set
menu where one can enjoy a colorful and tasty buffet, evening BBQ, fresh
seafood and imported meats. The house vineyard has a collection of
wines and selected grapes from Australia, USA, Italy and France otherwise
the choice of imported Champagne may be preferred for that special occasion
or simply for the pleasure of it.
Pier Bar :
Is located at our private pier; a perfect place to enjoy a fruit
cocktail during the day or to relax after dinner with one of your favorite
refreshments. Let our bar tender impress you with a variety of
exotic cocktails, while enjoying your favorite music, it is never
without guests.
FACILITIES
& SERVICES
Swimming
pool : With pool side Bar. Where you will enjoy Fruit
Cocktails with the view over the beach and Coast.
Ocean Plus Sport Center : The
Sport and Recreational Center faces the ocean, its greatest inspirer.
A glass construction with natural foundations where light and
wind emphasize the atmosphere and mood. A wealth of equipment has been
amassed encouraging our guests to spend the most of their time in any
kind of sport, recreational or entertaining activities.
Our Gift Shop : Displays
a fine selection of traditional Thai artifacts, Asian silk and souvenirs
that you may find difficult to acquire elsewhere. We specifically select
the items to convey the mood of the Resort.
All in one, Mooban
Talay Resort offers guests a great combination of quality time, relaxation
and sports; each person finding their own pace and fulfilling their
desires.
SPORT
Our Sport and Recreational Center is by nature mainly
oriented to the water sports and is fully part of the dream to live
by the sea.
However we aim at living by the sea, we wish to cater
all our guests and have also prepared several Resort' daily programs
for you to fit in whenever you wish (morning jogging, beach volley,
etc.).
As a village, usually everyone as a guest or Resort staff
participates in these activities.
- Sea canoe
- Snorkeling tour
- Jet skiing
- Water-skiing
- Wake boarding
The Sport Center emphasized its development on the challenging and
fun giving WAKEBOARD and aims at being a complete training and practicing
center for both beginners and advanced boarders. Usually practiced on
lake due to the need of mirror-like flat water, the location of the
Resort provides the opportunity to practice it on the sea surface due
to the extremely sheltered area of the Resort that offers extremely
quiet water almost all year round.
SERVICES
Our primary interest is to make sure our guests feel comfortable
and relaxed in this "second home".
For this reason we dedicate
our services in providing personal attention to all who visit us.
Breakfast, an important start of the day, may be served on the terrace
or in the bungalow, if individually requested by our guests.
Our very personalized service gives the opportunity to arrange
a private dinner in one of the traditional Salas or proposing a romantic
French cuisine set on the pier to feel the pleasure of being on a remote
island...
At Mooban Talay Resort
we are committed to all your desires. The preserved size
of the Resort and the exclusive service provided at Mooban Talay Resort
make it a convenient and very accessible place to accommodate your requirements
for the organization of special events: weddings, business incentive
parties, promotion shows, private parties. Together, dedicated service
and sports & recreational programs can be arranged to enhance the success
of the event.
LOCATION
MAP
Koh Samed is located in the Gulf of Thailand, 200km
South East from Bangkok. The island has a great influence in the Thai
culture due to the famous "Pra Apai Manee" legend written by renowned
poet Sunthorn Poo in the late 19th century. Koh Samed is also the closest
island from Bangkok where tourists, locals and tired souls escape to
relax and enjoy some good times amid the nature.
From
Bangkok you can hire a private taxi, minibus or take the public bus
(Ekkamai bus station). The new highway offers ideal accessibility and
your short 2 hours journey will take you to the pier at Ban Phe, opposite
to Koh Samed.
