Date of stay: Aug 26, 2010
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With the Full Moon Bungalows you get what is says on the tin, and thats not a bad thing at all. The biggest positives by far are the location if you want to avoid the Chaweng madness and the couple who run the place, Paul and Sue are always at hand to provide advice, tips and will make a real effort to cater to your needs, wether it be booking tours (getting deals) and making your stay as comfortable as possible. I have read some negative comments posted here but there are 2 sides to every story. Its not the cheapest accomodation, that is a fair comment but i never felt unsafe or in need of anything more. I would stay there again for sure.
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Date: Sep 01, 2010
written by: steve noble
Date of stay: Aug 12, 2010
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Dont stay here. We paid online for a family room as travelling with a 2yr old. Got there to find we had to go out for the day whist the owner tried to knock a hole in the wall to put in some aircon. Never happend. We were giving a standard room (one bed, instead of the 2 bedrooms and lounge we had paid for!). The light didnt work, he brought us a lamp, until he needed it for poker. The cleaner took some of my daughters toys. We only got SOME money back on the last day....but he still charged us 1000bht a night, and on our last trip to thailand we spent 350baht for nicer accomodation! He helped us rent a car. The door opened of its own accord, and the aircon leaked. Charged us double what we found elsewhere. Full of drunk middle aged western men beating up there thai girlfriends. Very close to the pier for full moon party, but shop around!! He will steal from you!
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Brilliant, a shame about the poor accomodation though
Date: Aug 17, 2010
written by: chloe rakhshandeh
Date of stay: Aug 08, 2010
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Unbelievably overpriced. A bunch of run-down shacks. When I arrived, no one was there. My taxi driver and I looked around, knocked on some doors, and called the contact number (and then a cell phone started ringing behind the bar--so the owner didn t have his phone on him). Finally the owner and a friend showed up, and they appeared to be drunk (it was about 6PM). He said that he thought my arrival date was the previous day (although I d booked the cab ride simultaneously, and he d been waiting for me at the right time). As the cab driver helped me get my bags to the room, he told me those are whiskey guys. If anyone knocks on your door tonight, do NOT open! Then he gave me his card and said I could call him any time if I needed help.
Needless to say, I was a bit unnerved--I frequenly travel solo, but as a woman, I feel I usually have to be overly cautious. I was going to leave, but it started raining in torrents, and the electricity went out. So I stayed put and slept there. In the morning, I went to return my key just before 10:30AM (the checkout time posted on the door), and again--no one was to be found. The bar/reception area was a disaster area with empty beer cans and bottles and cigarettes strewn around. I set my key on the bar and left.
NOT recommended!
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No problems
Date: Aug 19, 2010
written by: e.
Date of stay: Feb 25, 2010
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nice place with friendly staff. you meet a lot of people on their way to Koh Phangan, cause the Ferry is right beside. the rooms are ok and clean. The beach Bar is beautiful, cocktails are great and they ve got real coffee, not that instant coffee. If you re looking for a good time at Big Buddha Beach, thats the right place. Would come back every time.
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ok, we booked online the evening before, had to wait for an answer till the next morning but they send a sms, to check my mail.
Date: Feb 28, 2010
written by: Lynn Kickbusch
Date of stay: Feb 24, 2010
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Paul made me feel so welcome ~ I stayed just for one night before catching the morning ferry to Koh Tao and had a wonderful time. My bungalow was clean and if I needed anything at all, Paul was more than willing to accommodate. I would stay here again for the hospitality alone and to watch the most amazing sunsets ever
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excellent, no hassles
Date: Mar 10, 2010
written by: Sandra Haslop
Date of stay: Feb 03, 2010
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Enjoyed my stay at full moon bungalows!The location is perfect for anyone who is considering travelling to the Full moon party on Koh Phangan. Its situated right on the beach beside the pier for the speed boat to head out to Koh Phangan. The staff were friendly and very helpful! The beach was right on the doorstep and was a brillant place to relax! My favorite is the beach bar area where you meet other travellers. its a great hang out place with chill-out music. Watching the stunning sunsets with ice cold beer was awesome! I for one will definitely be coming back again. Cannot recommend highly enough!
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Fast & Efficient
Date: Feb 05, 2010
written by: Addy Ang Poh Chye
Date of stay: Jan 28, 2010
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Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at full moon bungalows! I was travelling on my own so I especially appreciated the warm anf freindly atmosphere of the bar and other travellers who were staying there including the owner who took me and another guest with him to see a local Thai boxing show that was on the night we arrived. The location is perfect for anyone who is considering travelling to the Full moon party on Koh Phang yang as you can literally step out the front door and on to the ferry! Also the owner has been here for many years and seen it all so if you need any info he can sort you out!
It is in a quieter part of town away from all the big noise and bars but is definately not isolated, Just quieter so would be a great place to bring kids.
There are many shops and restaurants located within a stones throw and a taxi to the main part of town only costs 100Bht, around $3. Theres a few bars and internet cafe s along the main street and It has everything you need except lots of people.
The owner is English so theres no chance of anyhting being lost in translation which can sometimes happen with Thai operated resorts. He has plenty of local knowledge and quite often can save you alot of money and help you avoid the tourist traps.
This was invaluable to me as I was travelling alone and had no knowledge of this part of the country.
This place is very relaxing with a million dollar veiw from the the bar.
I would recomend it to Families and couples and single travelers alike, as it is a great base for exploring Koh Samui and its a nice place to come back to and be away from the hustle and bustle!
All in all I had a great time and will Definately stay there again with my family next time!
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I booked my whole trip with Sawadee.com and didnt have a problem at all!
Thanks
Date: Feb 01, 2010
written by: Peter Boon
Date of stay: Jan 27, 2010
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Vraiment pas terrible par rapport à ce à quoi on s attendait.
La chambre était propre mais très très simple pour le prix et par rapport aux hotels environnants et pratiquant les mêmes tarifs.
Je ne le conseille pas du tout.
La nuit a été bruyante avec des gens qui tiraient des pétards dans la rue, des chiens qui aboyaient ...
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Le responsable de l hotel ne semblait pas au courant de notre arrivée alors que j avais réservé par ce site.
Date: Feb 03, 2010
written by: SEBRERO
Date of stay: May 01, 2009
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What a great place Paul and Angela along with their friendly manager Nok have created here. Lovely location right on the beach with an intimate bar area to sit and admire the beautiful sunsets.
Room was very spacious and clean. It s only a small group of bungalows so no issues with noise, overcrowding etc.
There is a great little food market area just over the road which serves great soups and curries for a pittance. You can bring the food back to the bar to have a nice chilled Tiger beer to accompany it. If you are very lucky you also get to share the owners latest catch (I m not convinced it didn t come from the market) :)
Overall if you are looking for a convenient base in Koh Samui with a welcoming and chilled out atmosphere, this should be your first port of call.
Thanks again - Duncan
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Very simple and efficient
Date: May 10, 2009
written by: Duncan Langtree
Date of stay: Mar 19, 2009
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If you re looking for a big clean room, air conditioning, tv and a 15 metre walk to an iddylic beach then this is a great place to go. Along with the beautiful view from the bar are cheap food and drinks including cheese toasties! You re also a short walk away from a PADI scuba diving school so if you re a keen diver then this is also a bonus!
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Simple, no problems, easy booking.
Date: Mar 25, 2009
written by: Mike George
Date of stay: Jan 07, 2009
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over priced for the facility.
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very good, but the hotel were not expecting us!!!
Date: Jan 15, 2009
written by: Dobi Edwards
Date of stay: Dec 24, 2008
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This place is awesome. The people who run it , Paul and Angela became family to us. I stayed here with my 4 daughters for a month and had nothing but an amazing time with them. The beach is amazing and Paul and Angela have advice for everything. Noc and Jam (barman and cleaner) are the best and for us it was almost impossible to leave! FullMoon Bungalows ROCK!!!!!!!
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Date: Jan 06, 2009
written by: Lindsay Bell