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Banana Fan Sea Resort: Traveller Reviews

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201 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach Road, Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
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Banana Fan Sea Resort
Ranked #3 of 58 hotels in Chaweng
4.5 of 5 stars 222 Reviews
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  • Pool area(5)
  • Very nice(4)
  • Good value(3)
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Hong Kong
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“"Smokers Paradise and make sure to have your towel on the deckchair by 6am!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012
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Only stayed for 5 nights and probably would not stay at this hotel again. Whilst the rooms are clean, they are very small and the bathroom probably has not been upgraded for 20 years which is a shame. The staff are friendly and try to manage the expectations of the poor quality WiFi service, lack of space around the pool etc. Only ate here for breakfast which was adequate but no frills. Unfortunately, as I am a non-smoker, I found that this hotel seemed to cater for smokers as there are ashtrays everywhere, most tables in restaurant allow for smokers etc. As most guests seemed to be on a package tour from certain European countries, unfortunately all sun beds by the pool and beach were already reserved by 6am every morning! Getting to sleep before 2am could be challenging as there seems to be a constant bass thumping coming from the bar/club next door. In summary, a bit over priced for what it is.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Jyvaskyla, Finland
2 reviews
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“Like coming home...”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

We stayed 5th time at Banana Fan Sea Resort and sure we will choose this hotel again when coming back to Koh Samui. Every time we have enjoyed especially the kindness and politeness of personnel, delicious food in Baitong restaurant and just the beautiful garden of the hotel area. Moreover the location of hotel is excellent; everything is near (eg. shops) and still the hotel area is peaceful.
Satisfied guests, Päivi and Juha

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Cape Town, South Africa
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Great location - really solid hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012
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We only stayed in koh samui for 4 nights so wanted something that was relatively central but not loud. If that is what you are long for then thins is perfect.

The rooms (we had the deluxe bungalow) are Big and very clean - it rained form2 days so we spent quite a bit of time In the room - there is free wireless and a relatively good selection of movie channels.

The breakfast is plentiful and the pool area really well maintained.

A really solid hotel in the midddle of challenging beach but quiet as all the room are set away from the busy street.

We would definitely come back

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Tel Aviv, Israel
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“This is our place for vacation!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

This is our 5th (!!) time we spent our vacation in BANANA. Last time was on December 2011.
Usualy, during our stay we use to spend some time looking for our next vacation resort.
Our conclusion is one: BANANA FAN SEA is our one and only place for vacation!!
We stayed in other resorts in Samui but always returned to BANANA!
It is not crowdy, but yet located in Chaweng center. Very nice & clean bungalows (we took Delux Vila), very nice gardening, beautiful pool, clean and well facilitated beach and rich breakfast.
The staf is very kind, friendly & helpful. Mr.SUPIT - the general manager is very involved in what is going on. You can always see him: in the restaurant, pool area or on the beach & ask him personally for help. He is a real friend!
I'm sure you will see us there during this year!!!

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bergen op Zoom, The Netherlands
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Wonderfull.... So glad to come " home "”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

How wonderfull does it get....?? Travelling to Thailand is always great, Koh Samui is even better and the most wonderfull place to stay for me is Banana Fan.....!! It's my 4th time staying here and ist so nice...... My whole bed was covered in flowers telling me welcome to your second home !!! New management has taken place and it shows.... Everything is looking good well maiteneced.... very clean and the nicest people work overhere..... I mean everybody is friendly who works here!!! Nothing is to much for nobody.....! For me a true gem on bussy chaweng once you're inside the resort its peace and quiet....!! Many thanxxx already to staff and everybodyelse who makes the stay here so great.... And lucky for me it's my second day while writing this and are pleased to say that i will be here for three more weeks....!!! Really great... ☀ greets Rachelle

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 201 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach Road, Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
Price range (per night):* 119 AUD - 298 AUD

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