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AKWA guesthouse
At a Glance
- hyper-hip feel
- fun crowd
- stunning room design
Pros
- can be noisy
- not ideal for families
Cons
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AKWA guesthouse 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.
- Address: 28/12 Moo 3, Chawaeng Beach Rd., Chawaeng Beach, Koh Samui, 84320 | Map It
- Phone: 04/660-0551
- Website: www.akwaguesthouse.com
- Location: Koh Samui
Contact Information
- 5 rooms.
- No credit cards.
Hotel Details
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