Oasis Bungalows – Lonely Beach

Scorecard:

Overall Rating: 8.5 / 10
A long-running hillside bungalow resort with a friendly, social traveller vibe, rustic wooden rooms, jungle views and one of Lonely Beach’s best sunset viewpoints. Great food, peaceful setting, and easy access to bars and the beach below.

Location: 8.2 / 10 – On the inland hillside above Lonely Beach; quiet jungle setting but only a short walk to restaurants, nightlife and the beach.
Rooms: 8.0 / 10 – Rustic wooden bungalows ranging from simple fan huts to newer A/C options; all clean, cosy and good value.
Facilities: 8.3 / 10 – Popular treetop café, sunset viewpoint tower, restaurant, jungle gardens, and hammock terraces.
Beach / Sea Access: 7.8 / 10 – Not beach-front; roughly 5 to 7 minutes’ walk down to Lonely Beach. Peaceful but not ideal if you need instant sand access.
Breakfast / Food: 8.8 / 10 – Excellent on-site restaurant known for generous portions and consistent quality.
Service: 8.6 / 10 – Friendly, relaxed Thai and European hosts who create a welcoming, social atmosphere.
Value for Money: 8.7 / 10 – Very good pricing for such a charming, characterful resort with great food and atmosphere.

What We Liked

The treetop café and viewpoint are superb for sunsets and breakfast with jungle breezes
Rustic, atmospheric bungalows set in lush greenery
Very good food; consistently praised by guests
Quiet at night despite being close to Lonely Beach’s nightlife
Relaxed traveller atmosphere without feeling like a party hostel

What Could Be Better

Not on the beach, so walking required for swimming
Some older wooden rooms feel a bit worn around the edges
Hillside layout means steps and slopes; not ideal for mobility issues
Fan huts can get warm in hot season

Best For

Backpackers and couples wanting a jungle-style stay with atmosphere
Travellers who value good food, good vibes and peace at night
People looking for great value without needing beachfront

Summary:
Oasis Bungalows is one of Lonely Beach’s most dependable, good-value hillside resorts, offering rustic charm, a standout café, and a friendly, sociable environment. Ideal if you want leafy, relaxed surroundings close to restaurants and nightlife, but prefer to sleep somewhere quiet.

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Oasis Bungalows – Full Review

Overview

Oasis Bungalows has been part of the Lonely Beach scene for well over a decade, earning a reputation as one of the area’s friendliest traveller-focused resorts. Set on a leafy hillside just inland from the main strip, it offers a mix of rustic wooden huts and mid-range air-con bungalows, all surrounded by palms, tropical trees and birdsong.

The big draw is the relaxed atmosphere: social but never rowdy, peaceful yet close to the action, with a café and viewpoint that many non-guests hike up to for sunset. It’s affordable, comfortable in a simple way, and extremely easy to settle into.

Location – Hillside Above Lonely Beach

Oasis sits about 150 to 200 metres inland from Lonely Beach’s northern end, slightly elevated on the hillside. The location offers:

Quiet nights thanks to the jungle setting
A short walk to bars, cheap restaurants, massage shops and beach cafés
Easy access to Lonely Beach’s nightlife without being kept awake by it
A short walk to the sand

For travellers who want to be near the buzz but not inside it, this strikes an excellent balance.

Atmosphere

Expect a chilled, sociable, traveller-friendly vibe:

Couples reading in hammocks on bungalow terraces
Backpackers chatting over breakfast in the treetop café
A steady breeze coming through the trees, with little road noise
No loud music or parties within the resort itself

Evenings tend to be quiet, which many guests appreciate after nights out at Lonely Beach’s party bars.

Rooms – Rustic Wooden Bungalows & Simple Comfort

There are several categories of bungalow, generally falling into two groups: fan huts and air-con bungalows. All are wooden, atmospheric and set among the trees.

Fan Bungalows: Basic wooden huts with mosquito nets, private bathrooms and small terraces. Great for budget travellers; do get warm in peak season.
AC Bungalows: Newer and more comfortable, with better beds, improved bathrooms, tiled floors and more space. Good value mid-range choice.

All rooms include private en-suite bathrooms with hot showers and terraces with seating. Décor is simple, natural and a little rustic. Think bamboo details, wooden walls, and a few creaks here and there. It’s all part of the charm.

Facilities

For a small hillside resort, Oasis has a surprisingly good set of facilities:

Treetop Café & Viewpoint: The standout feature is a multi-level wooden platform above the resort serving great Thai and Western dishes. Incredible sunset spot with long jungle views.
Restaurant: Very well-reviewed; generous portions, consistent quality, and good vegetarian options.
Garden Areas: Shaded seating, hammocks and wooden walkways connecting the bungalows.
Tour & Scooter Rental: Available directly from reception.
Wi-Fi: Free and reliable throughout most of the resort.

Beach & Swimming

Oasis is not directly on the beach, but Lonely Beach is close by:

An easy walk to the southern end of the beach
Good swimming when the sea is calm
A quiet beach area compared to the nightlife zone further south

If you need immediate beach access, look elsewhere but for most travellers the short walk is not an issue.

How Oasis Compares to Other Lonely Beach Resorts

Nature Beach Resort: Beachfront with a livelier atmosphere; better for social beach life but noisier. Oasis is quieter and more rustic.
Beach Jungle: More modern interiors and a community-oriented vibe; Oasis is more classic “wooden bungalow in the jungle”.
Warapura: Stylish seaside setting and nicer rooms, but also significantly more expensive.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Beautiful treetop café and fantastic sunset viewpoint
Quiet, leafy hill setting but close to nightlife
Good food and friendly staff
Atmospheric wooden bungalows
Excellent value for money

Cons

Not beachfront; walking required
Some older bungalows feel dated or creaky
Fan rooms can get hot
Many steps and pathways, so not ideal for those with mobility issues

Who Should Stay at Oasis?

Great choice for:

Backpackers and couples wanting a chilled jungle stay
Travellers who prioritise atmosphere and value over beachfront location
Anyone looking for great food and friendly hosts

Probably not ideal for:

Beach-lovers who need sand directly outside their door
Anyone who wants modern, hotel-style rooms
People who prefer flat, easy-access properties

Value for Money

Oasis offers some of the best value in Lonely Beach. You’re getting a peaceful hillside setting, a genuinely good on-site restaurant and a sociable vibe at rates that are often lower than beachfront competitors. Rooms may be simple, but for most travellers the charm and atmosphere outweigh the rustic edges.

Final Thoughts

If you like wooden bungalows, leafy surroundings and a laid-back community feel, Oasis Bungalows is one of Lonely Beach’s best choices. It’s simple but atmospheric, quiet but close to the action, and anchored by one of the area’s best jungle cafés. A consistently enjoyable, good-value base for exploring Koh Chang’s most sociable village.