The Reef Resort

Sin grandes expectativas ya que este hotel está en la isla, lo primero que me llamó la atención cuando nuestro barco se acercaba a la isla fue cómo los hoteles en esta isla se mezclan con la naturaleza y el paisaje de la isla de Koh Kradan. El barco aterrizó en la orilla (no en un embarcadero) y tuvimos que bajar a la orilla. El personal de los hoteles esperaba en la playa para traer las maletas. Al entrar al hotel, la recepción está justo en el centro, donde se encuentra el bar de Reef Resort. Así comenzó esta gran aventura. El gerente del hotel, Genta, un gerente profesional altamente capacitado y centrado en el cliente, nos hizo sentir como si nos hubiéramos registrado en un hotel de 5 estrellas. Por supuesto, las comodidades son básicas (¡es una isla!) Pero todo fue perfecto: la habitación es luminosa, espaciosa y limpia. Los kayaks y los equipos de snorkel son de uso gratuito. La electricidad está disponible todo el día (esto es una excepción en comparación con los otros hoteles más "lujosos" en Koh Kradan), nevera en la habitación, aire acondicionado (6 p. m.-10 a. m.), desayunos servidos, bebidas y comida durante todo el día el restaurante del hotel que cenamos en la arena mirando el mar increíble. Además, los precios son muy razonables. El agua del mar es de color esmeralda y los arrecifes de coral están a unos 100 m de la playa, donde se puede bucear hacia ella. Tumbonas y hamacas están disponibles para relajarse todo el día en la arena. Este hotel en Koh Kradan es un paraíso en la tierra para mí. Definitivamente regresaré

We spent 3 days in total at the Reef resort (and wished we’d stayed longer) and the experience was absolutely amazing! Before we arrived, we received plenty of information about the limitations on the island (such as no ATM and the fee for credit cards) as well as instructions on how to best get to Koh Kradan. At the arrival by a speedboat a hotel representative was already waiting on us to help us off board and to bring the luggage to the hotel (which in my book is not to be taken for granted). There is complimentary water available upon arrival and in every room; the rooms can be tidied on daily basis upon request (but even without it, all rooms get fresh water every day); the water-Sport equipment for SUP and kayaking are free of charge, the snorkeling equipment is free of charge, the transfer back to the speedboat pier is free of charge - a lot of things that some places would ask for an extra payment for. There are toys for kids and board games for kids and adults alike. The food offering is very qualitative for Thai food (and some western food which we didn’t try). With a consideration that Ko Kradan is a remote island to which everything needs to be brought by a boat, there are really plenty of things in the offering. The room was very clean, the AC and a ventilator both worked without any problems, and so did the shower. All rooms point towards garden, so there are two layers of curtains that do the job well of keeping the rooms private enough. Last but not least, and probably what made our experience so amazing are Genta and her team: everyone is very kind and helpful, and ready to make arrangements for the guests. Even if there are some small misunderstandings around food or anything, this is solved immediately and in a very kind way. Ko Kradan is not exactly around the corner from Germany, but we really hope to return to the Reef Resort.

This hotel is very very very good place to stay. The staff i some of the nicest people, and derserve all the praise in the World. The food in the restaurant is good , and the Beach is unique. I have not been in a place that Got me in such a good mood in a long time. I can’t wait to go back❤️

We only popped into the restaurant at this hotel for lunch a few times as we were staying at the Mali resort a few blocks down the beach ( see separate review). the food here was lovely and reasonably priced .The staff were very friendly.We cannot comment on the rooms but they looked nice from the outside.They have a small pool which wasn’t very deep ( about knee deep) more like a paddling pool

This is a tough one to review. On the one hand, you have the prime location on one of the most beautiful islands in Thailand if not in the world. On the other hand, the resort itself is very average for the price. To quote the resort’s website, ”The Reef Resort in Koh Kradan Thailand is a corner of paradise and with 18 luxury beachfront and sea view rooms will allow you to enjoy the crystal emerald Andaman Sea and the lush tropical gardens.” I fully agree on the beauty of the paradise island, but the above seems a bit of an overstatement in terms of the actual accommodation. The rooms are clean but very simple. Basically just a bed (decent one), a fridge, AC and an outdoor bathroom. The decor is very minimalistic but that’s what we expected. The rooms do not really have much a view to speak of. They are tightly placed in a U-shaped building, giving you a distant feeling of staying in a tropical motel. To have any privacy, you need to keep the curtains closed all the time. The sea view is limited and indirect, blocked by the trees and the bar hut. What you mainly look at is a sunburnt yellow/brown lawn (at the least during the hot season) and the pool. The difference to some of the neighboring resorts with their well kept gardens is striking. It seems that the Reef has decided not to upkeep the garden, maybe to save resources. During our stay we did not see a gardener around. If this is their choice, I would rather suggest them to replace the lawn with sand as a continuation of the beach. I would also pay more attention to the overall appearance of the property. Eg. the building where they have table tennis and a small kiosk was really messy and unorganized. The breakfast was simple but adequate with white toast, sausage, bacon, pancakes, a couple of warm options plus some fruit (pineapple and watermelon). Eggs were prepared by order. I would suggest them to improve the way the breakfast is presented - it was not very very attractive with many food items served on foil. What was really annoying is that there were lots of flies all around during the breakfast hours. I know this is something normal in a tropical environment but at least they could try to manage the situation, eg by very regularly raking the sand on which the tables are placed. I never saw them raking the sand although this could help to mitigate the root problem by removing the eggs etc. We had most of our meals at their restaurant. The Thai food was decent but not spectacular. The prices were reasonable. Some of the waiters could practice showing a happier face with their customers. The beach is spectacular with a coral reef just in front. The resort has canoes, SUP boards and snorkeling equipment for their guests free of charge. The swing in the beach is also great. I also recommend waking up at 6am to see the sunrise, it’s really beautiful. It can get a bit busy later in the morning and around noon when day trippers arrive (this mainly affects the neighboring Seven Sea

Reef Resort is the kind of place you never want to leave. It's beautiful and relaxing with plenty of activities. Manager Genta is excellent at making sure your needs are met, in fact, she will anticipate your desires once she gets to know you. You leave Reef Resort feeling like you're part of a wonderful family. We allowed Genta to set up our transport from airport to resort. She had a driver waiting at the airport and a longboat ready to whisk us across the water, delivering us to the shore of the resort. It couldn't have been better.