Koh Talu Island Resort

There’s an SSI Dive Center on the island, though the water wasn’t clear enough for scuba diving when I visited. We still had plenty to do, including snorkeling, paddleboarding, sailing, kayaking, and fishing. There’s also a turtle nursery where you can reserve and protect their habitat. The boat trip from the mainland takes about 20 minutes, and the resort has some reasonable rules to follow. My family had an unforgettable visit. It’s a lovely place to unwind, with a beautiful beach and lots of activities. The staff were incredibly attentive and friendly, always going out of their way to help. Meals came as a buffet three times a day, with unlimited non-alcoholic drinks and ice cubes in the dining area. You can also book a massage ahead of time. The rooms could use renovation, and the shower water tastes too salty. Still, it’s a peaceful place to enjoy the island, white sand, snorkeling, tanning, and self-care. I’d definitely return to scuba dive and see the turtles released into the sea.

The snorkeling was fantastic, with so much marine life to see. It was also lovely to see the turtle conservation project and how much they respect nature. The island is beautiful and well cared for, and the whole team made everything easy from the moment we arrived. They’re all kind and welcoming. Our bungalow was spacious, comfortable, and clean, and the food was very good quality. A special place for nature, snorkeling, and tranquility, great for families and for relaxing and reconnecting with nature. We’ll definitely be back.

The beach is the real luxury here, and the island itself is lovely, like a little paradise. The food was excellent, and so were the people working there. The rooms and bungalows still need maintenance and redecorating. There was still quite a bit of plastic water around, though less than last year. The beach bar played very loud music for a while, and that was really bad. Well worth a visit, and I'd recommend staying 2 or 3 days.

We were a family of nine looking forward to visiting the island, and I planned to make an honest review on Google and YouTube. The trip fell apart before it even began because the pricing and information we received conflicted, and it felt dishonest. The website clearly lists the prices and says onshore guests can book a Koh Talu day trip for 1,200 THB instead of the regular 1,600 THB, with a 20-minute boat ride from the hotel’s private pier. It says this special rate is for direct bookings. I emailed the sales office to reserve a room and day tour. They replied that the rate was only available when booking directly through the website, and suggested booking both there. Following that advice, I downloaded Line and sent an online reservation request. They answered quickly, but said it was an old promotion and unavailable during long holidays. Those conditions weren't mentioned on the website. Since the mistake seemed to be on their side, I think they should have honored the price. For nine adults, a 400 THB difference adds up. We cancelled everything and decided to spend our money elsewhere because I don't think the resort handled this properly.