Name: Rattana Guesthouse Bungalow
Address: 132 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach T Bophut, Koh Samui, 84320, TH

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Gary

I spent 6 nights at Rattana Guesthouse in June 2026. It was very peaceful and restful, As I had been just previously 2 weeks on holiday on another continent on a hectic schedule, I found Rattana the perfect place to relax and enjoy the no-rush half of my holiday. The staff were very polite and friendly and the main host (I've forgotten her name!) was very helpful and has a good to excellent level of English that made the experience easier for me as I've only learned a few simple words of Thai.

My ground floor room, near the pool, was a standard and was clean with a comfortable bed. I used the pool 4 or 5 times. As it was low season, there were not many guests to compete for the lounge chairs around the pool edge. This suited me.

I used the guesthouse restaurant several times for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The service was good and the food was tasty.

While Chaweng is generally busy and noisy, the position of this place means you don't get the street noise, so it's generally quiet. As construction appears to have started on the large block of land on the reception / restaurant side of the guest house I am happy it was only slow pile driving I heard occasionally during business hours and didn't disturb the overall tranquil vibe.

I would have no hesitation booking a stay at Rattana l should I visit Koh Samui again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

Susan

This place was exactly what we wanted, a room with the pool outside it but less than a 2 min walk to the beach. A one minute walk to the main road. The room had excellent AC, I asked for a bed topper and it was so comfortable! The mother daughter owners were excellent. They had food onsite which was delicious and a little store in case you needed anything ! We were so happy we stayed here as a mother/ daughter from Canada.

Family

2/10

Poor

18 Apr 2026

duane

Hi this hotel was shocking we checked in and checked out was infested with bugs ants and over things the superior room was not even as good as a cheap hostel full complained and got no refund shocking experience

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2026

Helen

Staff were amazing. So helpful and friendly & bent over backwards to ensure you had the best stay possoble

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Feb 2026

Adyna

The owners and staff are amazing. The room was spotless. The pool and area is fabulous. The food is wonderful and excellent value. Great location. Close to the beach and town but very peaceful.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2026

Andrew

Missing this place already, lovely welcome. Fab food. Aloe massage on the white sandy beach 2 mins away after my morning swim. All the busyness of Chaweng at the other end of the lane, include Pride bar or Alpha gay resort a ten minute walk. In the room I couldn’t hear a thing other than the occasional plane. Even liked the retro decor. At £15 a night with an Expedia discount, this was incredible value for money given the location.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2026

Sherrie

Room was basic but clean.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2025

Daniel

Very accommodating they let me slide until my check came into pay for my extended visit.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

20 Nov 2025

Jenn

Room was clean. A bit musty. Ac was pretty loud. Convenient location, nice pool. Friendly staff.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2025

Felix

Stayed for two nights. The room is 2 stars at max . The shower is not very welcoming and old.
Location is great for chaweng beach.
The service is very welcoming

Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Aug 2025

Clive

I stayed here for 4 days and had a great time. It's right in the heart of Chaweng but feels like you're miles away. The pool and gardens are lovely, the room was clean, spacious and in good condition, and the staff were fantastic. Highly recommended and great value for money.

8/10

Excellent

07 Jul 2025

Corinne

Excellent value for money property. Pool was quiet, lovely gardens and clean, sun-beds need cushions to be more comfortable.
Limited facilities in rooms but they were adequate and clean.
Staff were lovely and helpful. Cheap restaurant with good food plus a small shop.
This is a very economical resort and you pay for what you get so don’t expect a high end resort at a budget price.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2025

Nathaniel

Amazing stay in a lovely quiet family run hotel away from the noise of Chaweng. We were upgraded to a premium room by the owner which was such a lovely gesture and showed how well the family look after their guests. We loved breakfast and got it at the hotel most mornings for a great price. Pool was lovely and warm and was a highlight l.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2025

michael

Enjoyed my stay, thank you

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2025

Adyna

Excellent, comfortable accommodation in a beautiful, tranquil location. Fabulous little bar and snack bar open throughout the day and early evening. Wonderful choice of delicious food at very good prices. The owners and staff are exceptionally friendly, kind and helpful. Unfortunately, I left my phone in the taxi on the way to the ferry. Kayee was so helpful in arranging for a taxi courier to drive it back to the port for us. We cannot thank them enough. Highly recommended.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2024

Tom

Lovely place to stay, staff super helpful and friendly and very short walk from lots of shops, restaurants, markets and it’s around 2 minute walk from the beach
It has everything you need!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2024

Rowan

The host was very friendly and helpful. Quiet off the main road and comfortable

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2024

Malcolm

The location is great. Beach,restaurants, nightlife, travel,info..everything within a few minutes walk. Swimming pool on site. Staff are delightful...so friendly and helpful. Very reasonably priced. We simply couldn't have enjoyed are stay any more. Even the mosquitoes left us alone.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2024

Kyle

Great for back packing !

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2024

Adyna

Wonderful family run business in a beautiful, peaceful location. Friendly staff. Swimming pool, shop and option of drinks and dining on sight. We have stayed here many times and have never been disappointed.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2024

Adyna

We have visited Rattana many times and are always impressed by the kindness and welcome from the family and all the staff. A little oasis , with a lovely pool, tucked away between the beach and the main street. Spotlessly clean. Amazing food and service.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Feb 2024

David

The staff were polite and friendly. The apartments are in lovely surroundings with exotic plants and nice swimming pool. The apartment was ok but the small wardrobe was useless for more than 1 person..quite a few mosquitoes around but that is un-avoidable ..All in all we will probably return next year

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2023

Jordan

The beautiful woman who checked us in and out went above and beyond!
I booked the wrong night and she allowed me to change with no charge, spoke great english, booked fight tickets for us, airport ride etc. All with a big smile on her face. I think I'm in love haha

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2023

Jarod

The staff at Rattana house are some of the best I’ve seen. So kind, patient and willing to help with any questions. The location is beautiful with an amazing garden full of colour. Can hear birds in the morning and have a quiet start to your day. The restaurant at the entrance is great for breakfast lunch and dinner.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2023

SEAN

Amazing family run business.

Only stayed a night, but place had warm, friendly & welcoming vibes.

Family owned & operated. Yes, the place is dated & could do with some minor TLC.

But it’s a room with all the things you need on a trip to a beach island in Samui.

Self

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2023

Hannah

Good location, not the cleanest

Overall fine for 1 night stay and location is great and nice if you want to chill by the pool. AC worked well. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. There’s so much to do in the area and a close walk to the beach. The location is also pretty quiet.

Cons:

Hotel room had clear signs of termite droppings that were not cleaned up when we got to the room. Big cockroach in bathroom but it’s Thailand so expect bugs anywhere you stay.

Beds not super comfy (hard and springy) and paper thin sheets

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2023

Samantha

A lovely stay

We stayed for 4 nights initially but on the second day enjoyed it so much we extended our stay another night. The staff were incredible both in the ease of extending our stay, and the fantastic amenities they provided including booking us a taxi and laundry. They had a lovely restaurant attached which we had breakfast at almost daily and the shop was great for stocking up on water, beer and snacks. The location of Rattana is perfect, so close to the beach and restaurants on the Main Street without being loud. The star for us (aside from the staff) was the gorgeous pool that we enjoyed every day. Would love to stay again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2023

Bradley

Nice place decently located near Chewang beach.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

19 Jan 2023

Tracy

Nice and comfortable place to stay.

Nice place within walking distance of the beach. Nice owners and staff. Good pool. Comfortable bed. Good room amenities. This is a highly recommended place to stay in Koh Samui.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jan 2023

T

Great budget accomodation

Lovely place to stay - near to all amenities but far enough away from the noise to be quiet. very short walk to the beach. Amazing family cooked food on site too........

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2023

Ed

So friendly and accomodation. Beautiful family run property.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2020

Christopher

at Family run hotel

A very short walk to the beach with a nice pool a convenient shop and good food in the restaurant

Self

8/10

Excellent

22 Aug 2019

Yuko

I liked this hotel

Ratana hotel for three nights. It was normal average for 3 rating but very comfortable and clean. No hair dryer, bath amenities are nothing but very clean. Family own hotel and food is very resonable and tasty.
Close to everything including beach

They also have laundry service and cheap as well.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2019

Jacques

Great for the price

It has a great location. Easy to get a cheap ride to airport, rent a scooter, and the food on site is delicious.

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2018

Brian

Great Hotel Great Location Great Staff

This hotel is wonderful, staff was very nice, pool was very nice, and location is perfect. My family and i stayed here and had a great time.

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2018

Adam

A great family run guesthouse

A great family run guesthouse. Food at the restaurant was delicious. Basic but functional rooms

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2017

Michelle

Wonderful Hotel!

Highly recommend the Ratanna. The staff is absolutely wonderful!! Our room was comfortable and very clean! The location is perfect and ate multiple times at the restaurant and it was delicious !

8/10

Excellent

12 Oct 2017

Verified traveler

Nice hotel close to beach and bars

Swimming pool was very nice and clean and meals were great and inexpensive

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2017

katia-Rose

Brilliant holiday

Brilliant holiday, the family at Rattana guesthouse are wonderful . The rooms were lovely , very quiet and peaceful and cleaned every day with fresh towels. Literally a 2 minute walk to the beach and right in the heart of all the action on Chaweng strip without the noise. Rattana and the family are amazing they really looked after us , and the food she cooks up is fab , shrimp and pineapple curry for breakfast most days, huge choice of Thai dishes and other stuff on the menu. I would definitely recommend staying here, and we will be back .

Family

4/10

Poor

17 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Every time we shower it just smelt like sewage , our sink was blocked the whole time for our stay after asking for it to be looked at

8/10

Excellent

03 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Cosy hotel close to beach

Staff very friendly, nice pool, close to Center,close to beach, quit , restful atmosphere

6/10

Pleasant

31 Jan 2017

Trudi

Simple accom.Ok if dont spend much time in room

Very quiet place. No breeze as quite sheltered. Good location for shops, transport and short walk from beach if dont mind hiring sunbed everyday on beach (just THB100). A few good choices of bfast on beach - beautiful.
Room we had not nice. Most other rooms had balcony with view of pool. Ours had balcony facing possible rubbish dump.
Bathroom clean but sink extremely high..so no good for children to use. Shower lacked any power.
Bedlinen clean, beds v firm if u like that. Room dark with only balcony windows. Lighting awful- strip lighting. No kettle or cups. 2 towels for use in room and pool. Literally 1 toilet roll and tiny bit of soap with no suds. If u dont mind all that, then its a good location

2/10

Poor

08 Dec 2016

michael

Do yourself a favour. Don't stay here.

The room was very old like from the 50s or 60s. The double bed mattress was like sleeping on concrete. The hardest and most uncomfortable bed I've ever slept on. The old blanket on the bed gave me hay fever. The power points didn't work and the shower was like one you find in an old people's home - a hand held shower. No shower curtain so everything got flooded in the bathroom when showering. 1 star rating. We won't be back.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 Sep 2016

Jason

Will try different hotel next time.

There are NO IN-ROOM SAFES!
You get 2 bottles of water on 1st day but will have to plead for water on other days! If you have fond memories of late 70's decor you'll love the rooms. Air con is loud, and overall condition of complex is poor. Positives are the pool although old is of resonable size, and the location is good, only 5min walk to beach and far enough from Chaweng nightclubs to get a good night sleep. Won't be back, especially at the price i paid!

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2016

Denis

Close to the beach, quiet place

Nice swimming pool and quiet place.
The rooms are comfortable and clean
The paintings could be refreshing

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2016

Verified traveler

Great location close to beach and Chaweng

Really pleasant owners and staff and overall an enjoyable stay at a great price!

8/10

Excellent

20 Mar 2016

Jude

Friendly Staff at a Little Chaweng Oasis

We booked this hotel with the intent of getting a little bungalow that wasn't to far from the beach. We were a little disappointed that we didn't get the room we booked, but the friendly staff immediately got us into a room overlooking the pool on the second floor. Which turned out to be perfect for us. It had a great balcony at palm tree level, waking up too the birds was amazing.

The staff made us feel welcomed and at home for the length of our stay. We would recommend this place for couples looking to stay off the main drag while still maintaining closeness to everything that makes Chaweng beach fun.

2/10

Poor

19 Mar 2016

Ingela

Disappointed

Standard room was in the old building, does not look as the pictures on the web site, has not a 3 star Hotell standard. Very disappointed.
Newer building is also old and tired, rooms smell damp, no chest of drawers, only one single wardrobe, no safe, no hooks to hang up things on.
Afterwards I have discovered elsewhere it has 2 star rating, which is more accurate.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2016

Philip

Great Family run Hotel

I had a lovely experience at Rattanna.Na her daughter and all the staff are very nice genuine people.Close to the beach and all the shops restaurants etc. I recommend Rattanna if you want a personal ,genuine Thai experience.Thank you Na and all your lovely staff.

8/10

Excellent

29 Jan 2016

glynis

Mrs Rattana is a wonderful host and is extremely helpful. We had a great stay and extended by a further 5 nights.

Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Jan 2016

Simon

Pleasant stay in the Chaweng area

The hotel was ideal for a few nights in Chaweng. Just a short walk and you're in the middle of it all. A short walk to the beach which is clean and the waters very inviting.
We stayed in the 'old' building (our choice) and it's a bit tired on appearance. Needs some tlc but this didn't affect our stay, everything worked, AC was very good.
We used their laundry service and the ladies there were very helpful and for once, a very cheap price (hotels normally always double the price of not more)

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2016

Mario

Great holidays

Great family owned guesthouse, friendly team. Would book it again

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jan 2016

erika

Quiet & close to everything

We stayed in the bungalows. It is close to the beach and has a good pool. The staff are friendly. It is walking distance to many reataurants.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2015

theresa

A Gem of a Hotel

Exactly what you see in the photos. Rooms spotless and serviced every day. Everything you could want is here, pool fabulous and the beach two minutes stroll, Main Street one minute and three minutes to the centre where it all happens. The staff were fabulous, could not do enough for us. We asked where we could buy a kettle and hey presto one was presented, The little restaurant is superb, food and prices brilliant. Laundry was fast and cheap. We can only thank the Rattana and its staff for a lovely 12 nights. Will definitely stay again. Bargain

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2026

Anders

Fantastisk personal. Så välskött och grönt. God mat, städning utmärkt. Familjeägt. Många återkommande gäster från olika länder som är som en stor familj! Rekommenderas varmt. Anders Sverige

Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2026

Karsten

Perfekt

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2026

Jacek

Wir waren sehr zufrieden mit der Unterkunft.Die ganze Anlage war sehr gut gepflegt,der Pool sehr schön und sauber.Die Pflanzen und Blumen wunderschön.Das personal sehr freundlich und auch das Restaurant hat sehr gutes Essen gemacht.Wir kommen bestimmt wieder und werden auch Rattana weiterempfehlen 👍
Dankeschön für die wunderschönen Tage😍

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Mar 2026

susumu

朝食がついてませんが、併設されているレストランは格安でおいしいです。近くのマッサージ店の店員さんも訪れていました。

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2026

Patricia

Sehr nette Familie, und leckeres PadThai. Alles zu einem günstigen Preis. Ich würde aber wegen des Massentourismus von einem Besuch auf KohSamui dringend abraten, besser in den Thailands Norden fahren.

viel schönere Ecken in Thailand.Chuang Nai.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2026

Nicole

Es war der perfekte Aufenthalt. Täglich Wasser, ssuberes Zimmer, kleiner Kühlschrank, schöner Balkon mit Blick auf den Pool. Die Anlage ist nicht neu, und das sieht man auch hier und da. Sie ist sehr gepflegt, wunderschön angelegt und sehr freundliches Personal von der Rezrptionistin, die versucht jeden Wunsch umzusetzen, bis hin zur Reinigungskraft.
Die Anlage liegt mitten im Geschehen von Chaweng. 1 Minute Fußweg und man ist auf der Beachroad, voller Geschäfte, Restaurants und allem, was Chaweng an Nightlife zu bieten hst. In der Anlage hört man davonso gut wie gar nichts. In 2 Minuten ist man zu Fuß am Strand.
Die Lage ist wirklich perfekt! Ich habe den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und würde jederzeit wieder kommen.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2026

Lars Erik

Veldig koselig sted og hyggelige ansatte.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2025

davelli

J’aime bien l’emplacent. Un bon guesthouse, pas chèr. Le personel est thai et très sympathique. Vous pouvez faire laver votre linge sur place et il y a un petit shop. La nourriture est bonne aussi. :)

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2025

Denis

Sehr liebes Personal, essen sehr günstig und gut, leider nicht sehr nahe am strand

8/10

Excellent

30 Jan 2025

Justine

Chambre au calme mais au cœur de la rue principale de Chaweng. Personnel super sympa et restaurant très pratique et peu cher comparé aux autres restos aux alentours. Possibilité aussi de faire sa lessive.
Belle piscine mais transats sales.
Je recommande cet hôtel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2025

Daniel

Kayee from the reception is very friendly!

I can recommend this accommodation!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2024

Susanne Anna Mikaela

Fantastic place! Nice pool very quiet. Staff was amazing. Food 10/10. I will definitely stay here again!

Self

8/10

Excellent

02 Dec 2024

Osamu

Room wifi is not good enough to communicate my family. But reception and restaurant are good wifi.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2024

Morten

Billigt overnatning i chaweng, men god og billig mulighed for at spise, værelserne er som den slags nu er, ok men så heller ikke mere, men på den anden side, vi bruger det kun til at overnatte i, stedet har en overraskende dejlig swimmingpool, og som andre osse nævner, så er hende som driver stedet noget specielt, på den positive måde.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2024

Marc

Tres bel hotel , chambre supérieure avec balcon propre et bien équipée.
Le personnel est super ! 👍👍🌝
A 150 metres de la plage , serviettes de plage a disposition.
Superette sur place pour les dépannage.
Restauration sur place tres bon .
Hotel tres bien placer
Tres bon rappory qualité prix .

Merci de votre accueil

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2024

Jo Markus

Nice spot!

Amazing service here! Nice pool and easy beach access. Good sized rooms. Great location for exploring Koh Samui!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2024

Frédéric

Simple mais tres bien l'essentiel est la

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2024

Marianne

Anbefales

Usædvanlig venlig vært og personale, som var enestående! Smilende, hjælpsom med billetter, vasketøj mv.
Allerede inden vi var nået ud af vores shuttlebus til hotellet var hun hjælpsom med vores bagage og insisterede på at hjælpe os med at bære det til værelset. Vi har rejst rigtig meget og jeg husker ikke en et mere imødekommende og hjælpsomt personale/vært end dette sted. Enestående service!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2024

Petri

Sydämellistä palvelua

Yövyimme ensin 9 yötä ja päätimme palata vielä viikoksi takaisin ihanan palvelun vuoksi! Sijainti on erinomainen, lähellä merenrantaa ja palveluita, joista ei kuitenkaan synny mitään meteliä. Henkilökunta oli ystävällistä ja auttavaista. Kayee hoitaa ja auttaa kaikissa mahdollisissa retkissä, siirtymissä ja missä ikinä apua sattuukaan tarvitsemaan! Hän mm. selvitteli ja pelasti tyttäremme hiukset, jotka olivat äärimäisen pahasti takkuuntuneet meri- & klooriveden seurauksesta. <3 Mielestämme viihtyvyyden kannalta tärkeintä on lämminhenkinen palvelu ja sitä me todella koimme. Oli myös todella kätevää, että sairaala oli kävelymatkan päässä.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2024

davide

Kayee, increible trato con el cliente, siempre dispuesta ayudarte. Apena llegue me regalo un upgrade a un bungalow justo en frente de la enorme y tranquila piscina a las sombras del jardin de palmas y flores. Disponible hasta encargarse del pick up hasta el pier a un precio mucho mas barato que los taxis en chaweng.
Muy buenas opciones economicas de comida y de shakes. Pequeño supermercado con precios no mas caros que el 7 eleven.
Mejor reservar directamente al numero del hotel , ya que sino las comisiones de la app son elevadas.
Volvere’!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2024

Jukka-Matti

Kiva ja rauhallinen.

Siisti huone. Kiva puutarha missä uima-allas. Henkilökunta erittäin mukavaa erityisesti Kayee joka on valmis auttamaan kaikissa asioissa olipa kyse sitten laiva tai bussi lipuista hän kyllä hoitaa. Ruoka tämän paikan ravintolassa hyvää ja halpaa. Paikassa myös oma minimarket.

Friends_and_family Friends