My husband and I just returned from 8 night-7 day stay at Mom Tri's Villa Royale on Kata Noi. One word describes the experience - Heavenly! This review is long, but I want to convey all the things that made this vacation the best we have ever had.
The Villa Royale property is set on the cliffs/hillside overlooking Kata Noi beach and the Andaman Sea - Turquoise and azure crystal clear blue water, white sand beach and waves crashing into the rock cliffs along the sides of the cove. The property is lush and tropical. The architect, Mom Tri, has done an extraordinary job of designing a luxury hotel that achieves a perfect balance of nature and accomodations that feels much larger than the actual size of the property. There are two freshwater pools and one seawater pool, all overlooking the ocean. There are many beautifully terraced decks with pool loungers and umbrellas, all served by the Pool Bar for lite meals and beverages. The multi-terraced restaurant has stunning views of the ocean, white linen service, outstanding menu and food and a tremendous wine cellar. The restaurant bar is perfect for evening cocktails to watch the sunset and listen to the live piano music.
We stayed in one of the beach villas - a luxurious, spacious room, Thai decor, king size bed with silk linens, sitting room with two sofas, large bath with garden tub and separate shower, private balcony with daybed and table, minibar-refrigerator, tea/coffee service, TV and stereo system, two closets with robes & slippers. We walked into the room to the smooth sounds of lite jazz and the aroma of fresh flowers and lavender oil. Our room was near the 'top' of the property on the third floor of one of the two buildings housing the beach villa rooms with an amazing view of the beach and ocean. There were fresh flowers every day, turndown service at nite with orchids adorning the bed and pillows. Each evening, there was a different 'sweet treat' --- coffee cake, cookies, pastry, waiting in our room.
The entire staff was wonderful and caring, eager to cater to all our needs. Reception was gracious with welcoming drinks on arrival, help in booking excursions and arranging transportation. Restaurant & bar staff are amazing - so friendly and professional - top notch service in all respects. The spa staff and services are extraordinary, truly offering outstanding service in a lovely spa facility and environment. The spa's welcoming cold 'tea' and hot tea/fruit snack at the end of the spa service was a lovely touch. Even the housekeeping staff and the grounds staff were always ready with a "Sawatdee" greeting and the famous Thai Smile.
A few examples of this extraordinary service & hospitality: (1) I happened to mention to K' Sae during breakfast that it was my husband's birthday. After dinner that evening, we returned to our room and within ten minutes, one of the staff delivered to our room a small chocolate birthday cake; (2) after the first night, K' Lynn in reception asked how our first night stay was - I indicated that it was wonderful, but the bed was a bit firm for our taste (as most beds in Asia are). When we returned to our room that evening, housekeeping had put an extra-thick mattress pad on our bed to make it softer; (3) After an all day excursion, we returned to the hotel hungry and tired. We ordered Room service and instead of bringing all the food at one time, the waiter K' Oh delivered each course individually, setting up the table in the room and allowing 10-20 minutes between courses for us to enjoy our delicious meal.
We would like to thank everyone at Mom Tri's Villa Royale for making our vacation one to remember. We will definately be back and recommend to all our friends.
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Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Spa