Seavana Koh Mak Beach Resort

The service from the pick up off the boat to check in was fantastic. There was a lovely welcome drink on arrival and check in was quick and efficient. The room was huge with windows all around to allow for a panoramic sea view. The bathroom was also very big with a bench to allow you to sit and dry off. The shampoo provided was coconut and the shower gel had a definite spa smell, which left my skin feeling soft. The addition of a very large terrace which could be accesses from the bedroom or balcony was well thought out. There were 2 loungers and an out door spa tub. The breakfast was tasty with plenty of choice. We had dinner there one evening which was lovely, but slightly more expensive than the local places. We rented a golf buggy which enabled us to see the island. It cost £25 for 24hrs. As the island is only small 24hrs is enough to get around. The pool area was clean and you overlooked the sea. The grounds had a jungle style in keeping with the hotel, but I did feel they were in need of some attention. Also the paths from reception to the restaurant could do with some maintenance. Would I return? ABSOLUTELY, but I would stay longer.

What a wonderful retreat in Thailand. Seavana Beach Resort is located on Koh Mak and is the perfect spot to chill and have a great time. We had a superior Seaview Room and the location is great directly at the beach. The view when opening the shades in the morning is stunning. The room is big spacious, clean and feature a great rainshower. Breakfast is included and at the hotel you can also have dinner. The pool is clean and in infinity Style. Next to the pool is a japanese bar where you can get sushi which was also delicious. You can rent kajaks for free and also get motorbikes or cycles for a small fee at the resort to explore the island

The beach setting at Seavana is really stunning - the views are breathtaking although in February it was only possible to swim in the morning/ early afternoon. After that the tide was so low it was impossible. But the view is still stunning! Upon arrival at Seavana it was clear to us that although this small hotel would have been beautiful with an interesting concept when it was built some 10 years ago, it is now is desperate need of a drastic maintenance, gardening and cleaning programme. The staff at Seavana are so nice - however, they are severely lacking in either training or equipment to carry out their duties. Not their fault but something the owner who we believe is resident in Bangkok needs to address and take seriously. Jeannie the head receptionist was a star - but clearly under great pressure due to the lack of trained staff. Her kindness and efficiency knows no bounds. In the restaurant and evening Bar Joy is an absolute Joy and totally dedicated to her duties, both her and Jeannie should be given the credit they justly deserve. We reserved a BEACH FRONT SUITE - a two storey room with an upstairs terrace and resting area. Downstairs contained the bedroom and bathroom and outside a raised terrace with sunbeds set back from the beach to offer protection from the sandflies! The concept of the room is very good. BUT it was in great need of drastic maintenance, the staircase to the upstairs terrace had exposed nails, the wall to offer both seclusion and safety when using the staircase had fallen down and was incredibly shabby. The standard of housekeeping was very much wanting. I believe due to the total lack of training and equipment available to the good hearted and eager staff. The bathroom design seems to have a major fault in that urine from the toilet can be smelt from both the shower and hand basin - not pleasant! Whilst the selection on the menu was acceptable its production was not what we usually receive in Thailand. Once again, we think this is due to both training, cleanliness and quality of product which was clearly wanting once again. Overall whilst we really appreciated the kindness of the staff and the location it cannot be stressed enough that the owner/s really does need to ensure that the required maintenance - training and equipment programme is taken serriously or the standard currently being offere will no doubt have a very detrimental affect on the occupancy rates and client satisfaction very quickly.