Bamboo Bungalows

Ranong Province


These smart, rustic bungalows come with indoor/outdoor bathrooms, some decoration and balconies with hammocks. All are scattered throughout a leafy garden set just back from the middle of lovely Ao Yai. The beachfront restaurant is pretty good and kayaks and boogie boards can be hired. It has 24-hour electricity in high season.


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