Maneetel Krabi Beachfront-SHA Plus

After booking a Beach View Swim-Up Room, we were a little surprised to discover that the hotel isn’t actually directly on the beach. The beach is opposite the hotel, across a very busy main road. Unfortunately, our first night was quite restless due to the traffic noise. However, after speaking with reception, the staff were extremely helpful and moved us to the other side of the hotel. The new room was absolutely massive, with a huge bathroom and its own lovely little swim-up pool. We couldn’t have been happier with how the staff dealt with the situation. We found the breakfast selection a little limited, although the food we did have was lovely. The location of the hotel is excellent. It’s literally a minute’s walk from the famous food market, which is fantastic and definitely worth a visit. Around a 15–20 minute walk, either along the beach or via the main road, takes you to an area with plenty of lively bars, restaurants and nightlife. There are also some lovely bars much closer to the hotel, which we visited and really enjoyed. Overall, we had the most amazing stay. The staff were fantastic, the room we were moved to was incredible, and the location was perfect for exploring the area. Despite the initial issue with our first room, it was handled brilliantly and certainly didn’t spoil our holiday. We would absolutely stay here again if we return to Krabi. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Unfortunately, we did have some concerns regarding the front swimming pool, as the water was noticeably green, whereas the pool around the back of the hotel was beautifully clear. This was particularly disappointing as the front pool had a water slide that the children would have loved to use. I did ask reception whether the pool was safe to swim in and was reassured that it was fine; however, personally, we just didn’t feel comfortable allowing the children to use it because of the colour of the water. It was a shame, especially with the slide being such a great feature for families. The pool at the rear of the hotel, however, was lovely and clear, so we chose to use that instead.

It’s very central to everything, opposite the beach where you can view the most amazing sunsets and far enough from the main strip so it’s not so loud. The breakfast and cleaning staff were very friendly. The manager was very helpful. If you like elephants please visit the only REAL ethical sanctuary in Krabi (I researched) called Following Giants, there is no feeding, no bathing, no riding and no touching - you get to walk and observe from afar - it was truly amazing to see so many elephants rescued.

I upgraded because the room I was given didn’t have a working balcony door lock and they couldn’t fix it in time. If you stay here I would opt for the rooms overlooking the private pool at the back as they are larger in size. The reception staff were not very approachable. One of them kept wearing a COVID face mask, not sure if they were ill but it doesn’t look good for front desk staff and were not particularly helpful.

Great location on the oceanfront, the breakfast room has a view over the sea - just lovely. Breakfast food was excellent, staff were very friendly & helpful. Located next to Landmark night market, we chose a garden facing room so noise was not a problem. Good air conditioning in the rooms, great to have a small balcony to sit and a rack to dry wet swimwear & towels. Tour booking and laundry service right out front, free parking for the scooter and the pool was beautiful and clean with a fun waterslide for the kids (and us adults enjoyed it too). Very clean hotel and nice to have areas to sit with the ocean breeze. The hotel didn't have conjoined rooms so they provided us with 2 rooms close together which was ideal.

The food was so good at breakfast it is a shame we couldn't have lunch or dinner there also. The gym is right in the entranceway and all glass so I didn't feel comfortable to do a workout in front of everyone entering the lobby. The tiles around the pool are very slippery!!

Location very close to the markets right on the beach

Rooms very small shower leaked everywhere Breakfast was just ok