Araya Boutique Hotel

204/30 หมู่ 1 ต.เกาะพะงัน, 84280 Thongsala, Thailand·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✓ Allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Araya Boutique Hotel is a 2-star hotel in Thong Sala on Koh Phangan, with a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Its accommodation ranges from a 20 m² Standard Double Room to 50 m² family and pool-view options; private bathrooms and air conditioning feature in the room choices. Room layouts include double, twin and triple configurations, plus a family room for up to four; selected rooms have terraces, balconies, garden or pool views, and one offers a kitchenette.

Guests can use free private parking, free WiFi in public areas, a paid shuttle service and a tour desk; room service and dry cleaning are also available. The hotel stands in the port town, around 700 m from Thong Sala Beach and 1.1 km from Ko Pha-ngan Pier, with markets and temples nearby. Family rooms, the pool and range of layouts make it relevant for families and island visitors who want to stay close to town.

Rooms

8 room types · 20–50 m²

The room selection ranges from a 20 m² Standard Double Room to 50 m² family and pool-access rooms. It includes double, twin, triple, suite and family layouts, with private bathrooms across the options. Most rooms have air conditioning; views vary between garden, pool and town, depending on the room. The Deluxe Family Room sleeps up to four, while several double and triple rooms accommodate two or three people.

Terraces appear in the family room and selected Superior rooms, and some garden-view options have a balcony or patio. The pool-access Superior Double Room is the only option with a kitchenette, including a refrigerator, microwave and kitchenware. Several larger rooms have seating areas, while the Standard Double Room offers a smaller 20 m² layout with garden views, a refrigerator and an electric kettle.

Deluxe Triple Room — Araya Boutique Hotel

Deluxe Triple Room

45 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
Garden viewSeating areaAir conditioning

At 45 m², this garden-view triple room has a single bed and a double bed, with capacity for three. A seating area and dining area add space within the room, while air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower complete its main comforts.

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Deluxe Family Room — Araya Boutique Hotel

Deluxe Family Room

50 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Pool viewTerraceSeating area

This 50 m² family room sleeps up to four and has two extra-large double beds. Its terrace faces the pool, making the outdoor outlook its defining feature; the room also has a seating area, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower.

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Superior Double Room — Araya Boutique Hotel

Superior Double Room

40 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Double bed
BalconyGarden viewPatio

The 40 m² Superior Double Room accommodates two and pairs a double bed with a garden outlook. A balcony and terrace provide outdoor space, while a patio is also among its features. Air conditioning and a private bathroom complete this room.

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Superior Twin Room — Araya Boutique Hotel

Superior Twin Room

40 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
BalconyTerraceHairdryer

At 40 m², this twin option has two single beds and a garden view, with a balcony, terrace and patio among its distinctive features. It accommodates two, matching the size of the Superior Double Room but with separate beds. It also has air conditioning.

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Standard Double Room — Araya Boutique Hotel

Standard Double Room

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
Garden viewElectric kettleRefrigerator

At 20 m², this is the smallest room in the selection, with a double bed and garden view for up to two people. An electric kettle and refrigerator are among its practical fittings, alongside air conditioning and a private bathroom.

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Superior Double Room with Pool Access — Araya Boutique Hotel

Superior Double Room with Pool Access

50 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
KitchenettePool viewMicrowave

The 50 m² Superior Double Room with Pool Access has a king-size bed and views over the pool. Its kitchenette includes a refrigerator, microwave and kitchenware, while a seating area and air conditioning add to the spacious layout for two.

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Superior Suite — Araya Boutique Hotel

Superior Suite

45 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
City viewSeating areaRefrigerator

At 45 m², the Superior Suite sleeps two in a separate bedroom and has a city view. A seating area and dining area distinguish it from the standard double options, while the suite also includes a private bathroom, air conditioning and a refrigerator.

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Deluxe Triple Room

40 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
Private bathroom

This 40 m² Deluxe Triple Room accommodates up to three people, with a single bed, a double bed and a private bathroom. Compared with the other Deluxe Triple Room, it is five square metres smaller, while retaining the same three-person capacity and mixed-bed layout.

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Facilities

24 facilities
Parking
Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Shuttle service
Family rooms
Free parking
Tour desk
Outdoor swimming pool
Room service
Private parking

Araya Boutique Hotel has a year-round outdoor swimming pool and free private parking on site; parking reservations are not needed. Free WiFi is available in public areas. A paid shuttle service, room service and a tour desk are available, and dry cleaning is also offered. The property has family rooms and air conditioning, with sun loungers or beach chairs for poolside use.

Pets are allowed, with charges that may apply. Small-breed dogs weighing under 5 kg are accepted for an additional fee, and the hotel asks you to give advance notice; without it, a higher per-dog charge applies at check-in. The facilities also include internet services, alongside the public-area WiFi.

General

  • Shuttle service
  • Tour desk
  • Dry cleaning
  • Room service
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

Araya Boutique Hotel is in Thong Sala, Koh Phangan’s port town, where the ferry pier, shops and night market make the town easy to explore on foot. Wat Rat Charoen is 200 m away, while Fresh Market and Phantip Market are each 600 m from the hotel. Ao Bang Charu is also 600 m away, and Thong Sala Beach is 700 m away. Why Not Family - German Schnitzel House and Sirtaki Taverna are nearby dining choices.

Ko Pha-ngan Pier is 1.1 km from the hotel and is the arrival point for ferries from Koh Samui and the mainland. Samui International Airport is 18.4 km away, across the water from the island, so the final journey involves a ferry connection to Thong Sala. Shared songthaews pick up in Thong Sala for travel to other parts of the island, and Araya Boutique Hotel also offers a paid shuttle service. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation.

Ao Bang Charu and Thong Sala Beach offer nearby coastal options; Nai Wok Beach is 1.1 km away and Baan Tai Beach is 1.2 km away. Phaeng Waterfall, 3.4 km away, and Jungle Flight Adventure Park, 5.5 km away, are inland excursions. The town’s Fresh Market and Phantip Market are places to browse for food and local goods. February to April is generally the driest, calmest period on Koh Phangan, while October to December is the wettest season, with rougher seas particularly along the east coast.

  • Wat Rat Charoen
    A local pagoda close to the town's shops and port-side streets.
    200 m
  • Fresh Market
    A central market for browsing local produce and everyday goods.
    600 m
  • Phantip Market
    A town market for local food and an evening browse.
    600 m
  • Ao Bang Charu
    A nearby stretch of sand for swimming and a coastal walk.
    600 m
  • Thong Sala Beach
    A town beach for a quick swim and time by the shore.
    700 m
  • Phaeng Waterfall
    A forest waterfall reached on an inland excursion from town.
    3.4 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want an outdoor swimming pool on site: it is available year-round.
  • ✓you are travelling as a family: the Deluxe Family Room accommodates up to four people and has a terrace with pool views.
  • ✓you need private parking: free on-site parking is available without a reservation.
  • ✓you are travelling with a small-breed dog under 5 kg: dogs are allowed for an additional fee if you inform the hotel in advance.
  • ✓you want to stay in Thong Sala close to town beaches, markets and the ferry pier.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you are particularly sensitive to bathroom cleanliness: some guests reported unclean bathrooms, including drainage and insect problems.
  • ✕you expect consistently maintained pool facilities: some guests found the pool small or poorly maintained.
  • ✕you need free WiFi in your room: free WiFi is available in public areas.
  • ✕you prefer to pay everything on arrival: payment before arrival by bank transfer is required, and a cash damage deposit is collected at check-in.

What guests say

36 verified reviews
6.7

Guests appreciate the central setting and describe staff as mostly friendly and helpful. Feedback on cleanliness is mixed, with some guests reporting stains, ants and bathroom drainage or insect issues. Some also found the swimming pool small and poorly maintained.

Location7.7
Staff7.4
Comfort7.2
Facilities7.0
Cleanliness6.9
Value for money6.8
Free WiFi5.0

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Araya Boutique Hotel cost?

Rates at Araya Boutique Hotel vary with the season, room type and dates. View current rates through our booking partners for your stay.

How do I get to Araya Boutique Hotel?

Araya Boutique Hotel is in Thong Sala, 1.1 km from Ko Pha-ngan Pier, where ferries arrive from Koh Samui and the mainland. Shared songthaews pick up in Thong Sala, and the hotel offers a paid shuttle service. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Check-in is from 14:00 to 21:00.

What is near Araya Boutique Hotel?

Araya Boutique Hotel is 200 m from Wat Rat Charoen and 600 m from both Fresh Market and Phantip Market. Ao Bang Charu is 600 m away, and Thong Sala Beach is 700 m away. Ko Pha-ngan Pier is 1.1 km from the hotel, while Phaeng Waterfall is 3.4 km away and Jungle Flight Adventure Park is 5.5 km away.

Does Araya Boutique Hotel accept pets?

Araya Boutique Hotel allows small-breed dogs weighing under 5 kg for an additional fee. You need to inform the hotel in advance; otherwise, a higher per-dog charge applies at check-in. Charges may apply for pets.

Can families stay at Araya Boutique Hotel?

Araya Boutique Hotel has family rooms, including a 50 m² Deluxe Family Room for up to four people. It has two extra-large double beds, a terrace overlooking the pool, air conditioning and a private bathroom.

Does Araya Boutique Hotel have a swimming pool?

Araya Boutique Hotel has an outdoor swimming pool available year-round, with sun loungers or beach chairs among its facilities. Some guest comments describe the pool as small or poorly maintained.

Is WiFi available at Araya Boutique Hotel?

Free WiFi is available in public areas at Araya Boutique Hotel, and the facilities also include internet services. The connection is provided without charge.

Does Araya Boutique Hotel require prepayment or a damage deposit?

Araya Boutique Hotel requires payment before arrival by bank transfer, and the hotel sends instructions after booking. A cash damage deposit is collected on arrival and refunded after check-out, subject to an inspection.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Araya Boutique Hotel?

Check-in at Araya Boutique Hotel is from 14:00 to 21:00, and check-out is by 11:00. The hotel requires payment before arrival by bank transfer, with instructions provided after booking.

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