Orchid Cliff Resort Koh Tao... Orchid Cliff sits atop the cliff overlooking the clear blue-green waters of Ao Kul Jeua. The beach is just a short walk away from this friendly family-run setup. Orchid Cliff's restaurant provides a breathtaking view from high above the water, and also has a wide selection of tasty food at average prices. The bungalows at Orchid Cliff are fairly cheap, but you get what you pay for -- or a little less in some cases. The clean, freshly-painted exterior is misleading, as the interior is shabby with worn linen, holey walls and drafty floorboards. These huts offer only a bed, fan and squat toilet. On the other hand, guests will enjoy stunning sunset views from anywhere on Orchid Cliff's green gounds.

Built right in the hillside, on the south end of Koh Tao, Orchid Cliff Resort offers midrange backpacker style bungalows, with an excellent view of the sea. It is about 10 minutes walk from Chalok Ban Kao, and 5 minutes to Sunset Beach, which is a private beach providing excellent snorkeling conditions. The Thai style huts are built on stilts, on the rocks, and come with a fan and bathrooms with hot water, in case you come from a night dive, or cold water, which is probably what you want after a day on the beach.

The stunning view from your bungalow, over the Gulf of Thailand, is continued in the resort own restaurant. Enjoy a variety of Thai food or Western dishes, a friendly service and the relaxed atmosphere of amazing Thailand at Orchid Cliff Restaurant. For your daily needs, there are shopping possibilities in Chalok baan Kao which include 24/7 open shops, bank teller machines, a variety of small shops and Internet access. Along the beach of Chalok Bay you will also find several bars and restaurants with international food and music.

Total rooms: 5
Bungalow fan private b'room
500 THB (low season) , 700 THB (high season)