Tantawan Bungalow

Skip it unless you like steep hikes and rip-off rooms - and DONT make a deposit - 20th October, 2009
Notice how their website deceivingly makes it look like this is actually on or near the beach - not so. Up a very steep hill on the other side of the road away from the beach. Yeah, the view is pretty, but not worth the hike. Rooms were small, dark, and very basic. The pool had a team of workers hammering away at the tiles when I was there. Because it was around Christmas, we made the mistake of booking in advance and making a deposit of 2 nights - which was requested by the owner. When we got there and saw the room, the distance from the beach, and the construction on the 'pool', we asked to have the second night deposit returned, offering to pay for the first even though we weren't going to stay. The owner laughed in our faces (of course). Then she wanted us to hand in the key - i guess so she could re-rent the room! Since I had already paid, I said she'd get her key back in two days. We found a way better place right on the beach for about half the price. Much bigger room with AC, big bathroom, and a big balcony. We were in number 1, about 15 feet from the water's edge. I forget the name but it was to the right of Silver beach.The lady that runs it also runs a little convenience store and that's where you can book it. AVOID Tantawan - you will be disappointed.

Tantawan Bungalow reviewed by ac1979 on 20th October, 2009, rated 2 out of 5.
Stayed here 12/2008
Total reviews submitted: 2.
ac1979 also reviewed: Star Hut.

Buggy - 13th June, 2009
If you like dark, cramped, dirty bungalows with vast numbers of mosquitoes, this is the place for you. Surly staff and an air of neglect add to the ambience, then there's the long, long walk to the beach. Give it a miss and stay on the beach where there are several places with better value.

Tantawan Bungalow reviewed by Duabuleh on 13th June, 2009, rated 1 out of 5.
Stayed here 6/2009
Total reviews submitted: 2.
Duabuleh also reviewed: Silver Beach Bungalows.

Quiet - 8th March, 2007
Basic bungalows, bit on the small side, no wardrobe but plenty of hooks along the walls. Not ''easy access'' since it takes 160 steps to the top bungalow but the peace and quiet -- especially during half moon parties -- makes it worth it. You have to cross the street and walk down to get to the beach. Our room smelled a bit musty, had no mosquito nets. Staff was okay but not overly welcoming or friendly. Great plus is the reasonably sized pool with a view over the ocean. Also very nice dining area, decorated with shell strings, although the food is better elsewhere.

Tantawan Bungalow reviewed by huntaway on 8th March, 2007, rated 3 out of 5.
Stayed here 3/2007
Total reviews submitted: 2.
huntaway also reviewed: CM Blue House.