Naga Bungalows
Good low-key spot
What we say: 
Naga is something of a one-stop shop on the island. Along with basic accommodation, it also has a post office, bakery, internet shop, mini-library and money exchange office. Up the steps, which have curving snakes as rails, the Naga is a popular haunt for backpackers keen to stay near the action but not wanting to pay heavily. As management puts it, there's no corporate rubbish available at Naga. There is rubbish of another kind though, which is all too apparent if you walk among the grounds. Rooms vary greatly -- some are simple but comfortable cement buildings, while others are shabby, fragile bamboo huts. The latter are cheap but include just a mattress, mossie net and fan. The downstairs restaurant shows movies throughout the day, and does good Thai and Western standards, though the service is mixed. Many people rave about their baked goods. Naga also has a great bar overlooking the beach. They have a muay Thai kickboxing ring with lessons 16:30-17:30 daily. Friendly staff and an old-time beach backpacker atmosphere make this a great choice if you don't mind being slightly off the beach. Recommended.
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Ao Hin Khok, Ko Samet. T: (038) 644 035, (038) 644 168What we were quoted
| Type of room | Low season | High season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dbl fan private b'room | 700 THB | 900 THB | Concrete room |
| Bungalow fan share b'room | 300 THB | 400 THB | Bamboo |
Added to Travelfish on: 20th January, 2004
Last visited or updated on: 21st January, 2010
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Read Naga Bungalows reviews
Rated 3 out of 5
Based on 8 ratings and 8 reviews
Decent but could be better
I stayed here for a week in one of their cheap bamboo huts. They initially quoted 300 baht a night for the first three nights, but dropped to 250 when I extended my stay by three more. The cheap huts are basic but not uncomfortable - just a bed (rather hard matresses), mozzie net, and a porch with random furniture (some had beach chairs, some plastic chairs, some tables, etc). Some of the bungalows have great views but are a bit further from the bathrooms, while others are set in the shade. Shared bathrooms are nothing to complain about, and used by both guests and resident staff. The restaurant is nothing special but cheap, with an extensive list of local booze. Muay thai at the bar made for an entertaining evening, the location is the perfect mix of being close to town and the busier parts of the island while also being on a relaxed beach and offering a bit of seclusion when necessary. I didn't look into any of the nicer concrete bungalows but they seemed worthwhile for those travelling in pairs or groups. I also didn't check out any of the other local guesthouses, but Tok's seemed to be quite busier with a very similar crowd so I wouldn't be surprised if they are a somewhat better choice.
Naga Bungalows reviewed by frasmc (Total reviews: 3) on
Would not recommend
We stayed in one of the concrete bungalows which was very overpriced at 600B, considering the 'attached' bathroom is actually outside the room. We were not expecting luxury for this price but we expected more. The room was stiflingly hot even with the fan on constantly, the room/bathroom was not cleaned and we got bitten by bed bugs and mosquitoes. We moved to a new place just down the road, Green Bay I think, and paid the same price for a much nicer and cleaner room (although it was very noisy from the reggae bar live band). The Naga bar is great however and the beach is lovely.
Naga Bungalows reviewed by freestylegirl (Total reviews: 3) on
Nice fan bungalows!
We stayed for two nights in a fan bungalow after a dreadful time at Jeps... For the price (we paid 500baht) we thought it was great! The bed was comfy, the fan worked well and the room and detatched bathroom was nice and clean. It had a balcony area with two chairs to sit and relax on and the management was helpful and friendly. Recommended.
Naga Bungalows reviewed by Sarah23 (Total reviews: 19) on
Very chilled
Stayed in the wooden huts in April 2007 just after Songkran. Was an awesome place, the huts are exactly what they say they are....HUTS!!!! if you go expecting luxury then go somewhere else, these huts are for the people who wanna experience the back to basics thing.....the hut was a bed, a sink a mossi net and a fan.....it had a veranda with wooden chairs and a view of the sea....what more do you want!!!??? it was awesome watching the sunset sat outside the hut. Yes, the toilets are a short walk away, so what!! would rather any smell be far away than in the hut....and the showers are in the same area. at the end of the day, theres somewhere to Poo and somewhere to shower. this is island life as it should be experienced. The full breakfast was really really nice and very cheap, they have lockers for your stuff so its very secure, and the Naga bar was amazing in the evening....the DJ played all the latest choons and they had good vibes there. Balloos along the top of the bar where you pop one and either win a free drink or get a forfiet (usually push ups, or drink a funnel of vodka orange) all in good fun though. the beach is clean and sand is white. the water was as warm as the temp outside, swimming was goood. we also had massages on the beach, a banana boat ride, and the fresh pineapple sold by passers by was to die for! so yeh, i would highly recommend this place for a Very cheap get away for a few days, relaxing, and just what hut life is about.....dont go thinking u want aircon etc coz you may aswell just be in a tourist resort....live a little and try this place out.....i am, im going back again in January!! thats gotta say something.
Naga Bungalows reviewed by Coops73 (Total reviews: 1) on
I would stay here
My friend was staying here, great backpacker vibe, friendly staff( I didn't meet no scary woman). Good food, comfy seating. The rooms are very basic but clean and a great price. Short walk to the beach. Nice grounds. But be warned there are many concrete steps to climb to your room so if you like to drink a lot bear that in mind its a long way to fall. At the time of checking 400B double fan room. Recommended for young basckpackers.
Naga Bungalows reviewed by stoko42 (Total reviews: 7) on
Good Breakfast, Aggressive Manager
The food here is very good. Great fresh baked breads and homemade goodness. The English lady that manages the place has no interest in providing good customer service. She's very snappy. She will make it uncomfortable during your stay. If you're not English, don't waste your time. But the food and the Thai staff are really cool. And the bathrooms are sketchy.
Naga Bungalows reviewed by ballatanda (Total reviews: 3) on
terrible
This place was the worst place I stayed in the whole of my 3 month trip in Thailand. The bungalow was basic - not a problem I was on a budget but the price for the hut with no bathroom was too much. The British lady who works there thought she was being friendly when in fact she was rude, interfering and made several customers feel uncomfortable or upset. The beach is nice and its great for swimming but you can do this on other islands where you don’t have to pay to do it.
Naga Bungalows reviewed by nats34 (Total reviews: 3) on
Great place
I went to stay at Naga with a friend, we took a fan bungalow for 200B, it was small but very clean, cosy, equipped with a very comfortable bed, shared bathrooms outside are clean as well. Very friendly staff, Food there is cheap and good, beach is right down the stairs, snooker and table tennis if you're bored, quiet spot but the bordering beaches offer plenty of bars and restaurants. We had a great stay there. The bungalows look all different but you can have a look first and then choose the one you like best. All together - excellent price-value!
Naga Bungalows reviewed by kinaree (Total reviews: 1) on