Dhevatara Residence

Ae and the whole staff were so accommodating, thank you! The villas are beautiful, and it was great being able to get a massage right there. We loved the views and the cozy outdoor sofas and chairs, perfect for hanging out and relaxing.

The private chef was incredible and very good value, and Heidi and the team looked after our family so well. The facilities and service were flawless. This was a perfect place for us, parents and young adults together. It’s a bit of a walk to Fisherman’s village, but taxis are easy to arrange. The village has a fun, family-friendly feel and everything you could want for a holiday in paradise. We can’t wait to come back!

Our two bedrooms overlooking the private pool and sea were beautiful. The other two bedrooms had no view and weren’t as nice. Staff were friendly, and the chef service was fantastic, the food was delicious. It was hard to communicate, though, because the staff spoke little English or French. The beach was a huge disappointment. There’s barely any beach, and it looks like a rubbish dump. You can’t walk along it or swim in the sea.

These privately owned villas are quite old and are often rented through a property management company. There’s no shared gym or similar facility in the compound. The closest 7/11 and massage place aren’t within easy walking distance, and Fisherman’s Village is a 12-minute drive. The beach is narrow, with white sand, but the shoreline is pebbly and rocky, and there’s algae on the sea floor just a few feet out. It’s not ideal for swimming. Small fishing boats are anchored beside the property, with lines tied to trees, which also makes it difficult to walk or jog along the beach. The beach is accessible to everyone.