Very relaxing music played in the day which was lovely, could be livened up at night but we were here start of low season. No complaints everything was well catered for, easy and pleasurable

Best part of the beach, friendly and helpful staff 🙏 large bungalows with good aircon, steps from the beach

Stayed in May 2024

Missing a pool but with the sea on your doorstep doesn’t really matter.

Location on a pristine white sand beach, back to nature. Staff were friendly and spoke perfect English, best restaurant on the island at reasonable prices

Stayed in April 2024

Bed very hard

Basic bungalows with the best location in koh Ngai beach, helpful staff. Very relaxed atmosphere, restaurant and massage available on the beach.

Stayed in March 2024

The staff is very friendly and polite. I liked the location, which is quiet but near other resorts, restaurants and right at the beach. Everything you need is there. The breakfast was great with lots of choice. I recommend this place.

Stayed in March 2024

The prices at the restaurant were quite high, we had to go eat somewhere else. First two days the breakfast menu was rather simple for such a luxurous resort.

The location was amazing, our bungalow was beachfront, always quiet, beautiful, romantic sunrise beach. The bungalow was very cozy, always clean, had a conditioner.

Stayed in January 2024

Some things run occasionally out during breakfast but I didn't let it bother me too much.

This place has been my home away from home for several years. I just love the location and relaxing atmosphere. Hand made espresso based drinks in breakfast were especially good.

Stayed in February 2024

The prices are higher in the island than in bigger places but it makes sense since everything must be brought there by boat. Also accomodation is pricier than in bigger islands.

I have visited this place several times. It's worn out during the years but I was told that they will renovate everything this spring. Anyway to me going there feels like coming home. I just love this tiny island and the breathtaking views they have. I love the natural feeling in this place, being surrounded by nature and waking up to the sounds of waves and birds. So very relaxing.

Stayed in February 2023

basic rooms. intermittent Wi-Fi

best location on the beach. lots of space and deckchairs available

Stayed in February 2023

no spa

incredible setting on a white sand beach. snorkelling reef, canoe for free use

Stayed in January 2023

The breakfast was a disappointment … Cold, congealed eggs not very appetising! All food was cold. The breakfast really needs to be improved because it spoils what is a wonderful experience at this accommodation. Breakfast from 7 - 10, but sometimes very little remaining from 9 and on one occasion packed away by 9:45.

The island, the beauty, the simplicity, the evening meals, sand under your feet when enjoying delicious food. Loved the authentic beach accommodation in thatched ‘huts’. Beach on the doorstep … no shoes for most of the holiday!

Stayed in December 2022

the resort is very basic and run down probably since covid. In the middle of the resort is an old spa area now used as a storage area. the restaurant is basic with no ambience or music but the food is quite nice. breakfast was very basic. also would be good to have done sunbeds as well as deck chairs.

the location is amazing, right on the beach. lovely size room that slept 4 people.

Stayed in December 2022

They have a lot of work after having been closed for covid for a long time. The property doesn't look at all like on the photos. Rennovation is dearly needed. At first, I wasn't sure if we were in the right hotel, because it was stripped down to the bare minnimum. But I'm sure with time and with customers coming back, they will be able to restore this property again. But based on the current state, I think the price for the rooms is too high. My advice to the hotel: Either restore the hotel to how it looks on the photos (outside bar, spa area, and so on) or update the photos and reduce the price.

Koh Ngai is a dream of an island and of all the hotels that line the long beach on the west side of the island, the Mayalay sits in the best location. If you like snorkeling, you can simply walk out towards the coral reef. When we were there, the weather wasn't ideal and the view for snorkeling not very good, but we got a glimps on our first day when it was totally calm. The snorkeling might not be as good as Koh Kradan, but you can certainly have a good time during dry season. The Mayalay has some nice bungalows, which are clean and comfortable. The food was also decent and the staff very welcoming.

Stayed in November 2022

Breakfast was good. and the staff was very kind.

Stayed in November 2022

The perfect location on a fabulous beach. The staff are all friendly and helpful. We returned to end our holiday there as it was the best place we had stayed during our 4 weeks in Thailand. The sea facing bungalows are really comfortable with soft pillows and nice quiet aircon. The sea in front of the bungalows is ideal for swimming and the water temperature is perfect. The Great Hornbills outside the room were fascinating.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing not to like. Peaceful and relaxing

Everything was perfect. The staff were so friendly and helpful and the bungalows were exactly what we wanted. Beachside and romantic. We decided to stay a few more nights as we loved it so much. We will certainly come back to Ko Ngai and will stay here again.

Stayed in February 2024

Breakfast could have little more variety. But it was included in the total price so I can’t complain

Amazing location - very central. Staff so helpfull. My bungalow was at the beach front. Everything was perfect, the view was breathtaking.

Stayed in January 2024

Really good but bit expensive food compared to Thailand prices in general

The property is nicely located at the beach with a nice view. Good facilities

Stayed in January 2024

Best stretch of beach on the island and very helpful and friendly staff With great food

Stayed in December 2023

The floor is a bit old and it makes the sound when you step on it.

The location. It is on the peaceful beach where you can enjoy the sea and sand as if it is your private beach .

Stayed in April 2023

internet. It should be set up for each room rather than the dining area

lovely people, great location. coral, sea, breakfast was great

Stayed in March 2023

Property was a bit tired looking

Good location. Accommodation was perfectly adequate but the grounds could have been better maintained

Stayed in February 2023

one of the most important is health safety. There is no emergency plan in case traveler get sick. No security and no number to reach on this property not even a boat available in case of emergency.

we chose this place based on the comments of other travelers. I start to believe that those evaluations are fake.

Stayed in February 2023

nothing

Amazing staff. They were always ready to help if needed. They helped within minutes when we couldn’t lock our door. They always smiled and made us feel very welcome. Breakfast was delicious. The house reef was excellent for snorkeling. We had a fantastic time. Thank you Mayalay!

Stayed in January 2023

They just recently opened again and everything is in a dire state and they keep continuously cleaning and fixing areas. As a result they also burn garbage behind the rooms. Generally cleanliness is an issue here, the canopy in our room had blood stains. The food quality was awful. Considering the rates per night our expectations were different. This was by far the worst accommodation we had during our trip in southern Thailand. Unfortunately other places in Koh Ngai seemed equally as bad. Wouldn't bother to visit. They actively ask you to write a good review, while value for money is a joke.

Right at the beach, plenty of hornbills

Stayed in December 2022