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Koh Mak Coco Cape Resort

Atmospheric location, idle staff

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You're definitely paying premium rates at the picturesque CocoCape Resort. The cheapest accommodation starts at 1000B for a basic bamboo bungalow with shared bathroom, and the prices rise from there on in, so if you're looking for a bargain this isn't the place to find it. However, even the simplest accommodation has a lovely natural feel; the basic rooms look out to sea through mangroves, while more upmarket options surround a manufactured sea water lagoon teeming with colourful sea fish. Some of the premium-rate rooms are hidden inside large boats, and have full amenities, but not TVs. Other rooms are built into the hillside with curvy balconies overlooking the gorgeous new pool. All of the rooms are themed and are individually priced, so if you want to stay here, the best idea is to check out the options on the website and book ahead -- the prices below are a general guide only. The more expensive rooms are suitable for families and groups. There's a huge wooden pier which is great for sunbathing as well as getting a little closer to the corals, and the new swimming pool is fabulous, with snazzy fountains and small slides it looks the business. If you're looking for uninterrupted seclusion this could be the place, but bear in mind it's a secluded spot and therefore not the best place from which to explore the island. That said, if you're a big fan of beach time and lounging by the pool, this may be ideal.

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Ao Suan Yai, Ko Maak. T: (081) 810 2679 F: (02) 711 2059
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What we were quoted*

Type of room	Low season	High season	Notes
Bungalow fan share b'room	500 THB	1,000 THB
Bungalow fan private b'room	800 THB	1,500 THB	Upto 2,200B
Bungalow air-con private b'room	2,500 THB	6 THB	upto 10,000B

* Travelfish researchers visit and review properties on an anonymous basis. By that we mean they show up, in person, and pretend to be either be a potential guest, or somebody looking for a room for a friend or relative. Where possible the researcher will inspect at least a couple of rooms. The rates you see above are what either the desk staff told us they were, or what were in the brochure when they just told us to quit bugging them and look in the brochure. For mid-range hotels and up, always shop around online for a competitive rate. Click here to find out more about what makes Travelfish different with regards our accommodation reviews.

Added to Travelfish on: 4th August, 2005
Last visited or updated on: 29th November, 2009

Koh Mak Coco Cape Resort reviews

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Great Spot and nice staff - 20th February, 2008
I stayed there in the cheapest bungalow built with stilt in mangroves with shared bathroom. The view is great but a little smelly. At night, the high tide brings sea water just under my room. It's a wild experience. Great, helpful, friendly staffs. It's a fantastic resort with various kinds of rooms. I like it. Recommend.

Koh Mak Coco Cape Resort reviewed by chihyingbb on 20th February, 2008, rated 4 out of 5.
Stayed here 1/2008
Total reviews submitted: 3.
chihyingbb also reviewed: Ao Poh Resort, Viking Place Resort.

not that nice - 12th February, 2008
we stayed at the coco cape for one night in a middle range priced room (2500 Baht). Did not like it for various reasons. Staff very unfriendly and unhelpful, check-out time 9.30, one of the beaches next to the resort is very, very dirty. Bar seems to close at 8.30. After one night we went to another resort (lazy days) where we had a nice stay.

Koh Mak Coco Cape Resort reviewed by flyyy on 12th February, 2008, rated 2 out of 5.
Stayed here 2/2008
Total reviews submitted: 3.
flyyy also reviewed: CM Blue House, Lazy Days.

enjoyable experience - 24th January, 2008
We enjoyed our 5 day stay here. The empty beach just west was wonderful. The food was fantastic, although quite expensive. Skip the breakfast and walk to the other side of the island instead. We found the staff helpful and nice, although language barrier was sometimes a problem. Recommended!

Koh Mak Coco Cape Resort reviewed by anandap on 24th January, 2008, rated 4 out of 5.
Stayed here 12/2007
Total reviews submitted: 4.
anandap also reviewed: Dolphin, Island Huts, Nice Beach Resort.

Great staff, horrid mosquitos - 2nd November, 2007
My experiences of this resort echo some of the comments above but overall my impression was very different. I stayed there alone, therefore the room prices were rather high. I agree about lack of space in the cheap rooms. The vegetation and the pool also attract mosquitos, and in common with most of koh Mak, the beaches have sand flies. However, the staff could not have been more friendly. Even had a party for me on my last night, and gave me gifts when I left. The location is very pleasant. As a falang I found some of the food too spicy, so you can't please everyone. Overall the food was excellent. I did not find the food overpriced.

Koh Mak Coco Cape Resort reviewed by wimbledonian on 2nd November, 2007, rated 4 out of 5.
Stayed here 10/2007
Total reviews submitted: 2.
wimbledonian also reviewed: The Beach Natural Resort.

lilu - 26th December, 2006
we hated it.....very expensive for what you get... sullen staff , messy grounds and sewage that goes straight into the sea... you can ssee it floating in the water... not nice. food was rubbish too.

Koh Mak Coco Cape Resort reviewed by lilu on 26th December, 2006, rated 1 out of 5.
Stayed here 11/2006
Total reviews submitted: 3.
lilu also reviewed: Koh Mak Villa, Saffron on the Sea.

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Great spot, bad food - 7th December, 2006
Ok so yes it expensive and we stayed in the cheap room, which i wouldnt recommend as not enough room to swing a dead sea parrot, but for sheer location it cannot be beat. You have your own private beach around the corner,your own private wharf with canopy and luxury deck chairs to sit and watch sunrise/set at your leisure and the restuarant area is right on the beach and,again a wet dream, BUT, the food is waaay overpriced and waaaay to falang tasting for us. Better to take a trek into town for cheaper eats and alcohol. So if its that crazy, romantic, island postcard thing you want then splurge on the 1200 or 800 baht rooms and enjoy. If you get tempted to stay on Ko rayang, a small island resort just opened opposite ko maak they go for the experience as the bungalows are great, but once again bad, overpriced, falang food.

Koh Mak Coco Cape Resort reviewed by forbesyone on 7th December, 2006, rated 4 out of 5.
Stayed here 11/2006
Total reviews submitted: 5.
forbesyone also reviewed: Chantana House, Dhevaraj Hotel, Ngam Klo, Residang Guesthouse.

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