We recently stayed at the Narima for 4 days, we absolutely loved it. One of the friendliest places we have ever stayed and not just in Thailand, which i have to say is down to Nopawan. We were only there a short time and wanted to make the best of our stay, she was just so helpful, way beyond what you would ever expect. We visited nearby caves which was a real adventure you could hire a bike from the Narima or otherwise they would order a taxi for you, this trip would have really generated very little if anything for the Narima and was a real highlight to our holiday. The accomodation was lovely, the setting is beautful and the views just wonderful. Every member of staff was helfpul and friendly, the food was excellent, and we just loved every minute of our stay. Try this place it is just fabulous.

We expressed our gratitude to Nopawan when we left, she organised our departure to Krabi and waved us off. But if you are reading this thank you so much for a truly magical holiday, we just wished we could have had more time with you.

Hazel

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.