We were looking for something away from the crowds and that's what we got. The Cliff Beach Resort is the last one on the island's main beach. At high tide it is cut off from other resorts, so few people happen to go there. And there were also few people staying. It was quite a special feeling to have this whole big hotel complex almost completely to ourselves. The main attraction of this hotel is the view. It's the best I've ever seen. This view alone (especially from the hotel's hilltop pool) was worth the price of admission. It's just unreal - the distant cliffs on the horizon - gorgeous at sunset and gorgeous at sunrise. The hotel was a little run down, but clean and the grounds were pretty well maintained, it had nice traditional design elements inserted here and there. As we understood, it will get some refreshment and renovation before the next season. The hotel has a breakfast buffet and the lunch is served at the pool - food there was very good. The staff was friendly, but looked a bit bored due to the lack of visitors.

Garbage. We arrived at low tide, so the boat could not drop us off at the hotel's main staircase, but had to do it down the beach. So, the very first thing we saw were mountains of garbage some 50 meters from this luxury hotel's entrance. I have no idea why they don't make an effort to clean this stretch up too, as the rest of the hotel grounds is pretty clean. It really diminsihes the experience and makes you question your right to enjoy this beautiful island. A peculiar aspect of this hotel is a long-long staircase to reach the upper rooms and the pool with the view. Not recommended to anyone with disabilities. The hotel does not have elevators, but in the worst case it can call up a small golf cart to transport you and your bags up the steep hill.

I will start by saying that I would stay here again. The pool and it’s views are amazing, it was very quiet, the restaurant had fantastic views and was good value for money, and it is a great spot to snorkel offshore (swim to the end of the long-tail-boat-canal to find the corals). Things you need to know: - It is literally the last hotel/resort of the beach. It is quiet. - It is hard to get there by foot on high tide (don’t even think of walking there with suitcases or backpacks) - It is DATED (but clean). Really, you cannot imagine it. The rooms need a fresh up. New wardrobes, new bedside tables, new A/C (it went ‘on’ but was not functional as it was too weak), new painting… - The beach in front has many rocks (just walk 100m to the right :) ) - It has many stairs (it is build on a cliff/hill) If you can live with the above you will be rewarded with quietness, perfect views, polite and helpful personal, and a sense of relaxation. Just be sure you catch a good offer on booking.com and pay a price that overweights the cons :)

The staff were so friendly, the best we have experienced. The receptionist was particularly lovely and gave us great recommendations. The cleaning staff also paid lots of attention to detail and cleaned the room well everyday. We arrived by longboat and two guys helped us with our luggage. The view from the pool is probably one of the best on the island. The pool itself is very refreshing. Our room had a nice balcony to relax on. The room had both aircon and a fan to keep cool. We enjoyed the free breakfast, it wasn't a buffet because there weren't enough guests but we could basically order what we wanted including a fresh fruit platter and scotch pancakes. Also the snorkelling next to the hotel was great and they have snorkels to use for free. Note: The hotel has only just reopened since after COVID. When we booked, the hotel had a rating of 8.7 with many reviews but now booking.com is only showing the two reviews since they reopened.

Although not a problem for us, there were lots of steps to get to the pool. The rooms could do with a bit of a refresh although were still furnished adequately. We were also the only guests staying there so it was very quiet but this is presumably because they have just reopened. Overall a very relaxing stay; a little pricey but so is the whole island.

Peaceful resort, maybe the best at the island. Very friendly and helpful staff. In the recepetion they fulfill your needs with ease, like boat tickets and tours. Very nice pool up with nice view. Good basic breakfast, dinner and from 12 to 3pm food from the pool bar. Good aircon. I would say Cliff Beach was the best resort on the island for my taste and needs. Island has no cars, no roads, no scooters. All the other resorts felt me very crowded and hectic. For me was little bit unclear, how I get to the resort, but they will bring you and your luggage as close as possible with a boat, depending of the height of the tide. You might get your feet wet anyway. Maybe there is a boat change, maybe not, but everything is well organised by the boat company and the resort.. Stairs there were some, but after couple of days, you don't recognize them anymore.

Beach by low tide is not the best, but if you walk 200m by the beach, you will find better spot to swim. Coral reefs looks very ruined everywhere. Not too much to do at island, but I suggest to make a day tour to nearby islands like Mook and Koh Kradan. Sunset boat tour with a longtail boat is a must ! I walked one day to Paradise Beach, there is a small jungle path, starting behing Tanya Resort in the end of the beach. Plastic waste from the sea, is a more or less big problem on all islands in Thailand. Koh Mook was extreme with the waste problem, even it had some character.

WE HAD A WONDERFUL STAY ----------------------------------------------- Firstly we we welcomed by Fon,who was charming *****and answered all our questions etc,she is a credit to the hotel. Si ,who looked after us at breakfast and dinner was very attentive and his co workers (who struggled with the english language) but never the less,looked after us always with a 😃 smile,nothing was to much trouble. The breakfast once again was well adequate. The room was well adequate and the cleaning staff did a great job 👏 The pool with the view was outstanding 👌 we have never been in such a pool,and we have travelled a lot.***** It was never a problem to get to our room as the golf cart and driver were always available All in all we had a restful holiday on this wonderful island 🏝 😀 made by all of the staff bar none. I have one little tip for the 🏨 hotel: They should have a sign/poster to advertise the view at the swimming pool this would entice people up there and they will perhaps 😉 spend money on drinks and food. Thankyou all of the staff Regards Dorothy and Nicholas.

There are always 👎 dislikes ,but we are on an lsland where it is difficult to either supply or renovate. We found the beach not only by the hotel but basically all along had a lot of plastic etc th at needed picking up and discarded If each hotel/bar had one person per day to pick up litter the whole area would be better and safer.☺️😜

The views are absolutely stunning from this hotel, like the name suggests it is on a hill, and has superb views from balconies and especially pool area. If you don’t like steps or walking up hills this probably isn’t for you, but for those that don’t mind it’s well worth it for the views. Great value as well. The place is a little dated in places but that didn’t really bother us for the price. The pool and balcony views make up for it. Our bed was hard but that seems to be popular in Asia and we are getting used to them that way. Breakfast was fine, with beautiful views in the morning. The hotel and rest of the beach AREN’T inaccessible at high tide, like some reviews suggest, there are paths behind the beach, you just can’t walk on the sand the whole way when the tide is high. The hotel has kayaks for rent and very reasonable prices, didn’t enquire about snorkelling stuff but other hotels have gear that you can rent. You can snorkel off the beach.

Like a few have said the cocktails were a bit week. The food was ok. We also had some ants in our room/balcony but didn’t bother us.

Great location at the end of the beach. Very tidal, but mornings had low tide for us, so lovely early walks along the beach and watching sunrise. Great balcony with stunning views (722). Spacious room. Comfy beds. BUT several flights of stairs up to room! Infinity pool up more flights - but worth the climb!! Lovely pool and gorgeous views. Shady area where you could watch birds in the tops of trees.

Snorkelling is not straightforward, as you need to swim round the headland when tide is right. It had faded charm and will no doubt be renovated soon. But no complaints from me!

It is a top-class resort at the level of a European 4-5 star hotel. Great location, elegant, comfortable rooms and bathrooms. Beautiful view of the sea and neighboring islands. The hotel has three restaurants and offers efficient room service. All rooms have terraces and a view of the sea. Equipped with kettles, coffee and tea. In addition to air conditioning, the rooms also have ceiling fans. Daily cleaning of rooms and replacement of bed linen and towels. The great advantage of this resort is a spacious swimming pool, epically located on a cliff, with a view you will remember for a lifetime. There is a bar and bistro by the pool. The service is exceptionally professional and English-speaking. This hotel reminded me of the best hotel I have ever been to, i.e. Adlon Kempinski in Berlin.

Nothing, this is perfect resort!

Very friendly and helpful staff, very clean, spectacular view over the ocean. The most comfortable beds I had on my whole Thailand trip! Big room. The cleaning team is extremely thorough. Also fresh towel and a free bottle of water every day. It's right that the hotel is a bit aged, but I liked it though. Breakfast was not fancy, but good and diverse. I liked it that they were friendly and helped you quickly with whatever you needed. They carry the luggage for you from the taxi boat up into your room (and also the other way round). You can borrow snorkel equipment for free, kajak: every room has 1 hour each day for free. They help you to book transfer to your next island. You can also book a private longtail boat to make tours (max. 5 people per boat). I texted them already before my stay because I had questions about how to get there and they provided me with information. I saw that they have a little golfcart and they drove a man, who was not so mobile, up to his room.

The pool is the winner by a long shot! It is seldom crowded, there are times you have it to yourself. And you don't need to fight for the loungers. The restaurant at the pool is fine - good quality food and not really much more expensive than the beach places. What I don't understand is why it opens only 12pm to 4pm, this really doesn't seem logical. The room is fine, the window/balcony view is gorgeous. The double bed is two mattresses really and a little too soft for my liking.

Well, the location of the only sockets in the room is plain absurd. There are several notices in the room (concerning the safe and the water heater) which no longer apply and are just confusing. And I've already mentioned the pool restaurant opening hours. All in all, a wonderful place, but a hit and miss in some regards.