Hotel Charm Churee Villa (Koh Tao, Thailand)

Charm Churee Villa has its own private bay and beach, which all its guests are free to access. Upon your arrival, you will be readily advised by the staff to try snorkelling and kayaking, which you definitely should. Many of the reviews online stated that the highlight of their stay at the hotel was their time at the beach.

If you want to experience Thailand's natural beauty, this place is perfect! Many guests enjoyed the tropical vibe of the hotel. From the beautifully rustic, bungalows and cottages to the idyllic beaches and nature-theme restaurants, you will be enveloped with the hotel's spellbinding theme.

With all its activity-centred amenities, there is no denying that the hotel caters to the young and young-at-heart. The hotel mostly caters to backpackers who want a nice place to have a short break on their trip.

You need extra energy when you stay here, as the walk within the resort could be exhausting. Some sections of the property are not paved and could be a bit muddy when it rained, while some paths are steep and not well-lit in the evenings.

Guests complained on the noise coming from the boats that pass the beach as early as five in the morning, disturbing their sleep. Some commented that leaves and other heavy objects keep falling on the roofs of their cottages.

Few of the guests, especially the female solo travellers, felt that the "nipa huts" and cottages weren't safe, mentioning that the latch on the doors can be easily opened from the outside. Rest assured that there is always a hotel staff in the area to offer security in the night.