BanPu isn’t a resort to get over excited about. It’s on the beach, although not the best section, and is conveniently located for shops, restaurants etc. But it has a very dated feel to it. Lots of dark wood used on the interiors – for the floor, walls, ceiling, furniture etc.
The good news is that in 2020 the new beachfront extension opened, and that’s much brighter, lighter and modern.
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(This score is based on the number of written reviews on booking sites since 1 November 2022. Because recent reviews are more relevant than those from many years ago.)
Banpu Resort is one of the places you’d end up if you book a package tour having ticked the box requesting an aging 3 star bungalow on the beach. It’s got what you need, AC, mozzie nets, minibar, cable TV and a very small pool – but unless you are easily pleased or on your first trip outside a former republic of the USSR, it’s unlikely you’ll be overly impressed by it. But it does the job and compared to may resorts offers pretty good value for money.
However on the plus side the staff are attentive and the rooms are kept clean and tidy. Plus there’s an extensive breakfast buffet and resort restaurant serves up very good Thai food at reasonable prices.
In late 2019 the owner bought the adjacent Alina Resort and spent six month renovating it and refurbishing the rooms. These rooms are a big improvement. They aren’t too spacious but are much more airy and have a far more modern feel to them. This new block houses the Superior rooms, and they represent much better value fro money than the older bungalows.
The main downside would be the very small pool – which now has to cater for twice as many guests. You can pay the same and stay in the nearby Kacha Resort which has two pools for guests to use.
Bad accommodation 😀 - First two Villas we were allocated were a disgrace. We have travelled around Thailand for several months now and these were the worst rooms by far. Eventually we changed to a modern room which was smaller but at least my wife could sleep at night. 😞 - Villas with outside pool. Do not book these rooms
I.
24/05/25
A tranquil and comfortable beach getaway. Highly recommend the hotel. 😀 - The location was a great base to explore the island. Shops and the beach a few mins walk. Very friendly and accommodating staff, the cleaning team were particularly great! The breakfast buffet had amazing options including Thai and western food. The sea view from our balcony was another highlight. Overall a lovely stay, well worth the price.
J.
22/05/25
A great experience from start to finish 😀 - my room was upgraded,and I'd also asked for a seaview,my room was 522 above the main building with a perfect seaview.The breakfast was perfect,the location was perfect and staff were brilliant 👌I would definitely stay again 😞 - nothing,I couldn't have asked for a better experience for my 1st time on Koh Chang
G.
19/05/25
😀 - good location, beach front property, and close to local shops 😞 - Breakfast was OK but for foreigners it was very limited choice.
D.
12/05/25
Authentic bungalows. Good value for money. Would likely stay again if in Koh Chang. 😀 - Authentic bungalows in a typical independent Thai style resort business. 😞 - Bungalow 106 was next to restaurant and woke me every day
J.
11/05/25
😀 - Ocean front room with balcony and view. 😞 - No access to beach from balcony. Breakfast and pool area was grubby.
