Having researched Narima extensively before we booked (as well as countless other places on Koh Lanta), we had a very good understanding of the style and decoration of the resort. However, nothing prepared us for the ambience and absolutely delightful owners who, although a little "snowed under" due to the temporary loss of two staff members, proved to be absolutely delightful, particularly Nopawan. "Wan" as she advised was easier to call her, had an intimate understanding of the area, tours and eating places. Not only that, the office stored everything from umbrellas, hats and creams (you never know what the weather will do!) The pool, which some may comment is cool in temperature, was excellently filled with mountain water - a welcome change from the salty sea. Narima is unspoilt and unpretentious, with a smiling welcome from owners and staff alike. Loved every moment of it.

Amazing huge restaurant serving fantastic food - reasonably priced. Lovely cottages with great balconies set in 'forest scenery' try to get a sea view - they are gorgeous. Helpful friendly staff. Only downside is rocky beach and the pool was rather chilly but short walk / scooter round the corner to other great beaches. Beautiful quiet part of the Island. Great massages. Gorgeous beach bar. The family who run the hotel are so lovely and it is the touches like free fruit / water on a table that make such a difference. While we were there they organised a free trip to the local town for full moon party.
Our toddler loved running through the forest to our hut, playing in the pool... we loved delicious food on moon lit, beach view balcony resting in a hammock!

We were very unhappy when we first arrived at Narima as we were kept waiting quite long for checkin, while being really hot and tired from the journey there. Then we discovered that our very expensive A-row bungalow was right next to the pool (quite a few kiddies around) and afforded no peace or privacy.

The woman at reception was incredibly unfriendly and bolchy, but the owner herself was nice on the rare occasion she was around. She arranged for us to move to a quieter bungalow the next day, which was much better.

What I can say is that the setting is superb. Yes, quite removed, but we loved it. The beach is very pretty, especially at sunset. We enjoyed the bar, and the restaurant was also excellent, with their Thai options being quite reasonably priced.

The dive centre at Narima is top-notch too.

Although we did have an issue with our booking (I made 2 separate bookings, one for me and my partner and 1 for another couple, the hotel thought I had double booked and only had 1 room reserved, they were VERY apologetic and nice about it) the female owner was svery helpful and sweet. The hotel was what we wanted, away from hustle and bustle, up a mountain, enclosed within a private bay/beach, quiet and beautiful. we stayed in bungalow B3. The main building is a large timber strucure encompasing the rtestaurant, reception and dive centre overlooking the infinity pool and beach bar. The bungalows are set back in the cliff and are accessed by concrete pathways that curve through the wildderness. we saw lots of wildlife but didnt manage to see the monkeys that live near C11. The restaurant was pricey compared to local restaurants so we ventured out instead. The funky beach bar was great though. Rooms are great with a balcony and hammock, large room with fan and air-con and an open air bathroom (and hot shower), just make sure you close the bathroom door to keep bugs out of room. Overall, a great destination on a fabulous Island, couldnt go wrong here really.