AKWA guesthouse Review

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AKWA guesthouse

  • Address: 28/12 Moo 3, Chawaeng Beach Rd., Chawaeng Beach, Koh Samui
  • Phone: 04/660-0551
  • www.akwaguesthouse.com
Write a review | Avg. member rating: 1.0/5

Fodor's Review:

Rooms at Australian proprietor Timothy Schwan's guesthouse have giant pop-art paintings on the walls, chairs in the shape of giant hands, and kitschy lamps. Smaller details, like a collection of books, including Thai language manuals and beach novels; a stack of DVDs atop the TV; colorful beach towels; and even the odd stuffed animal, really make it feel like you're crashing in a friend's well-designed bedroom. A penthouse room has a huge terrace with two teak sun beds, an outdoor dining area, and a lazy banana bed with a sweeping 180-degree view; indoors, a private bathtub overlooks the terrace towards Chawaeng Beach. Breakfasts are arguably the best on the island, other meals are decent as well, and the vibe in the lobby's bar-restaurant is friendly and easygoing. Pros: hyper-hip feel; fun crowd. Cons: can be noisy; not ideal for families.

  • Hotel Details: 5 rooms
  • In-room: refrigerator, DVD, Wi-Fi.
  • In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar.
  • Credit Cards: No credit cards
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Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by semorrell from Texas on 8/17/08
Save yourself grief and do not consider staying here.
The room (penthouse) was filthy on check in- mens shavings in sink, etc. The 3 sliding doors to the deck do not close or lock so expect wildlife in your room. Breakfast was good though. Fixtures in room with phallic intent, ie: bedside lamps (man shape) have penis as off/on switch. Owner helpful but seemed to treat staff very poorly. Wallet mysteriously stolen upon checkout-- i could go on and on....but really, just don't stay here.

Member Rating: 1.0
Ratings details: Room: 1.0 Atmosphere: 1.0 Service: 1.0 Value: 1.0
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