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Independent Bo

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Photo of Independent Bo, 102/2 Moo 4, Haad Sai Khao, Ko Chang. , Haad Sai Khao
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If ever there was a competition to decide the bungalow operation with the funkiest decor in Thailand, Independent Bo would have to be high on the list. Murals on the side of every wall, decorations eclectically drawn from all corners of the globe and a generous use of red make independent Bo a sight to behold. Rooms are simple and quite charming although slightly dated, the attitude bohemian-casual, and the beach very close. Be aware however that the rooms here are built up an extremely steep part of hillside, with the furthest rooms being quite a hike; for those with less stamina its best to look elsewhere. Bo's is at the northern end of the beach; pass KC Resort and just after the Chang Bar the entrance is somewhat hidden behind a huge boulder. They no longer take telephone bookings so it's a case of turning up and seeing what's free.

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102/2 Moo 4, Haad Sai Khao, Ko Chang.

What we were quoted*

Type of room	Low season	High season	Notes
Bungalow fan share b'room	200 THB	300 THB
Bungalow fan private b'room	400 THB	500 THB	700B for a bigger bungalow

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Added to Travelfish on: 29th May, 2006
Last visited or updated on: 11th October, 2008

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