The Reef Resort

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.

The resort is very simple. The rooms are very small and functional, everything is clean, and the air conditioning is pleasantly quiet. The bathroom is practically completely outside. The shower is outside, as there is no door from the shower to the bathroom, the whole area is open to all animals, and the air there is very humid and stuffy. The rooms are not comfortable. There is also a slight smell from the drain. The location is fantastic, and the pool is nice too. However, the area around the pool could use some renovation; the floor and the outdoor showers by the pool are in poor condition. The service from all the staff is excellent. The breakfast is very simple but sufficient. The dishes in the restaurant have all been delicious. The arrival/departure and onward journey were well organized for us.