Khao Phanom Bencha Mountain Resort is located some 10km further inland from a Krabi landmark, Tiger Cave Temple, and it is as close to a spiritual retreat as you will find in Krabi. Set in magnificent, awe-inspiring surroundings, the ecologically-designed resort offers perfect peace and quiet in well-designed, if slightly austere bungalows.
There are ten wooden huts in total - all simply, but tastefully furnished, with en-suite bathrooms (cold water only) and fairly hard beds. Each also has a large-ish, covered verandah to take advantage of those wonderful views. The family bungalows are designed with two separate bedrooms and one bathroom all under one roof - the roof tiles, by the way, are all recycled from old houses in the far south of Thailand. There are no in-room facilities such as TV, fridge or telephone: bungalows come with only a fan and mosquito net - both necessities as all rooms feature air vents open to the outside.
But if the accommodation is basic, there is one huge luxury at Khao Phanom Resort: space. The ten rooms enjoy a massive 20-acre landscaped park all to themselves, with a river, small waterfalls and a 'swimming pool' filled with mountain stream water. There is no sight or sound of urban life. Hungry? Pluck an orange or a papaya from one of the many fruit trees. If you're after something more substantial, you can head down to the log cabin restaurant next to the lily pond filled with fish.
The restaurant is open all day, with a short break during the afternoon, and serves Thai and western food, as well as drinks: note that this will be your only source of sustenance, as there is nothing at all in the immediate vicinity.
If you're looking for a place to connect with nature, this is it. The air is pure and clean, the views phenomenal and the place is alive with birds, butterflies and lizards. Close by to the resort is a series of caves to explore and you can also trek to the nearby National Park of Khao Phanom Bencha to see - if you're lucky - hornbills and gibbons.
There is little else to do in the local area, which is fairly poor and rural, so bring plenty of books. The resort is run by a friendly group of foreigners and Thais, who are happy to help if you do want to go further afield (although it is not practical to use this resort as a base to visit the beaches and islands of Krabi). They are also on hand for a few cold beers in the evening, should the solitude get too much.
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The entrance to the huge grounds of Phanom Bencha Mountain resort
The bungalows are dotted over the hillside and enjoy panoramic views
Each hut is designed differently and is at a good distance from its neighbours
Another bungalow design
A typical bungalow interior is sparse but colourful
The main restaurant area is located next to a large lotus pond and is a good place to relax
*ABF = American breakfast, buffet style, or a la carte.
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Reservation Policy
Prices are per bungalow, per night, based on a maximum of 2 sharing (or 4 in the family bungalow) and include all applicable taxes. No extra beds available.
Cancellation Policy
Phanom Bencha Mountain Resort will charge the following cancellation penalties:
- Cancellation made more than 10 days before arrival: no charge.
- Cancellation made less than 10 days before arrival: 50% of total booking value.
- No show, or early check-out: no refund.
Please note than following cancellation, any refund due under the hotel policy above will be subject to a processing charge of 5% of refund value + 350 THB to cover bank costs.
Amendments to any booking (e.g. change of dates, extension of stay) that do not require a refund may be made free of charge.
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Phanom Bencha Mountain Resort
Ban Krabi Noi, Khao Phanom
Krabi 81140
Tel: n/a
- The resort is completely isolated - nothing within walking distance
- Krabi Town a 20 minute drive away
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