Lima Coco Resort, Ko Samet

I am lukewarm on this place.  If it wasn't for a spectacular piece of sand in front of the property I would say avoid it entirely.  I have two main issues with this place: service and hot water.  The service is badly lacking for a resort.  Heck, it is lacking for a lowly motel.  On top of it all the staff is so unfriendly.  Come on now!  This is Thailand, people are supposed to be friendly.  Most of the time the staff is just standing around while they could actually be doing something productive like clearing tables or taking orders.  There is no hot water in the showers.  Not a huge deal if you are paying a low price but I paid more than 100 USD per night.  Not acceptable.  Wi-fi is only available near the front desk, another minor annoyance and it is sloooow.  I'd tell you to stay at the other resorts on this fine beach at Ao Prao although they will set you back some serious baht. 

Oh, and check out the photo below from the bathroom.  Don't put your toilet paper in the toilet?  

Great day on the beach in Samet

We spent the entire day lounging on the beach in front of Lima Coco.  This area is rather secluded with a fine stretch of sand.  On either side of us are two spectacular resorts ($500 per night places). The water is warm and clear with a greenish hue.  A perfect place to cool off every so often.  The weather yesterday was close to perfect with just a light haze.  For refreshment we enjoyed many cold Singhas, fresh coconut juice and incredible banana shakes, all served at our beach chairs.  Lunch was served on the beach too.  Pad Woo Sen for me and it really hit the spot.  In the afternoon we rented a kayak for an hour.  Good exercise and nice views.  Rough life, I know!

Off to Bangkok this morning and Laos tomorrow.

Ko Samet, Thailand

We departed Bangkok early this morning for a bus and boat trip to the island of Samet.  The trip took about 3 hours in total.  The weather has been not so hot all day.  Light rain in the morning and no sun.  I'm not a huge fan of the hotel I booked on this island - Lima Coco.  The beach is real nice though.  Very quiet and relaxing.