Anna C.
We had a good time as a family in this beautifully decorated villa. It's an easy walk to the beach, 7-Eleven and some beachside restaurants. Moti was a brilliant manager, quick to respond, helpful and attentive, checking in with us regularly. Ten stars for him. The pool is quite deep. I'm 1.75m and had to tiptoe, so bring floaties for the kids. There are two queen or king sized bedrooms downstairs, while the two upstairs are reached by steep stairs. That could be a concern with older people or young children, and the stairs seem too dangerous for small kids. You can make simple meals in the kitchen, which has plenty of utensils and basics like salt and pepper. For getting around, I'd still rent a scooter. It's less convenient here than Long Beach, where shops line the whole road. Taxis are another option for seeing more of Koh Lanta. It's a great place for big groups, friends or families across generations to share a communal space. I'd rent another villa at manao again if the stairs weren't so steep.
