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Region: Southern Thailand> Province: Satun> Location: Ko Bulon Lae
Panka Bay Resort
Secluded bay attracting long-term guests
Panka Bay, Ko Bulon Lae
Satun Province
Tel: (089) 466 8957
Description
The natural beauty of Panka Bay attracts a stream of loyal visitors to the Panka Bay Resort. Perhaps because the mangrove-lined beach is rocky and less than perfect for swimming, there are fewer families here and more long-term guests who come to Bulon seeking peace and quiet. The bungalows here all have the same simple furnishings -- a bed with a firm mattress and a fan, but differ in terms of maintenance. The bungalows in the second row back from the beach are the newest additions, and are significantly bigger and better than the others. They also have large porches with chairs so you can relax and enjoy your sea view. The cheapest bungalows are cramped and have tiny bathrooms with a squat toilet. The restaurant has a book-exchange with reading material in seemingly every language other than English. Panka Bay Resort is one of the few places that remain open all year-round, even though the owner prefers to return to the mainland during the worst of the rainy season. Rates are negotiable in the low season or for long-term stays.
Bungalow fan private b'room
200 THB (low season)
500 THB (high season)
Price varies depending on bungalow
Added to Travelfish on: 30th March, 2008
Last visited or updated on: 30th March, 2008
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