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Ciao Bella

Cute wooden huts with Italian panache but noisy

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Photo of Ciao Bella, On the beach, Ao Loh Dalam. , Ko Phi Phi
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Central to it all, Ciao Bella sits on prime beachfront land just beside PP Twin Palms. On offer are a handful of chic hexagonal bungalows, simple yet classic in design and made from gorgeous local hardwood. Each has air-con, hot water, and comfy beds with clean and stylish linens and decor. Owned and run by an Italian chef, a first class restaurant is of course also on site, serving Thai as well as Italian cuisine. At the business end of the resort, the beach, you'll find a laid back bar run by casual local rasta with chilled music by day and funky beats by night. They serve cocktails and shakes so it's an ideal sunset spot. The massive downside to the Ciao Bella is the noise -- simply put, it is deafening. The noise wars between Apache, Ibiza and Slinky's bars, really do affect the folks who stay here. Staff are very apologetic, but there is little they can do. If you are not into the party scene,you should probably avoid this place.

Contact details:
On the beach, Ao Loh Dalam. T: (081) 894 1246
Email them at: raoulb80@hotmail.com

What we were quoted*

Type of room	Low season	High season	Notes
Bungalow air-con private b'room	1,400 THB	3,900 THB

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Added to Travelfish on: 26th November, 2007
Last visited or updated on: 7th February, 2010

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Great Location and Bungalow - 8th January, 2008
We stayed at a bungalow on the beach and the location couldn't have been better. The staff was extremely helpful and the bungalows were very well maintained and comfortable. Highly recommend if you want to be in the center of all the action....And Ciao Bella has delicious pizza!

Ciao Bella reviewed by carynmarks on 8th January, 2008, rated 5 out of 5.
Stayed here 1/2008
Total reviews submitted: 2.
carynmarks also reviewed: Chiang Mai Thai House.

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