Mandala bungalow at Ya Nui beach

Mandala bungalow at Ya Nui beach Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Mandala bungalow at Ya Nui beach, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. Ya Nui is one of those smaller beaches in Phuket that you kind of stumble upon rather than plan for, tucked away between the more famous Nai Harn and Promthep Cape. But you know what? That’s exactly what makes this little three-star spot so charming.

The bungalow sits practically right on the sand, which means you wake up to the sound of waves instead of traffic – and trust me, in Phuket, that’s not always a given. Ya Nui beach itself is this perfect crescent of maybe 100 meters, so it never feels crowded even during high season. I mean, there’s literally nowhere for crowds to hide. The water here has this gorgeous turquoise color that looks almost fake in photos, and since the beach faces west, you get these incredible sunset views that honestly put the more touristy spots to shame. The locals who run the small beachside restaurants here actually remember your name after a day or two – it’s that kind of place.

Now, let’s be real about what you’re getting. This isn’t luxury accommodation, and the 7.7 rating reflects that pretty accurately. The bungalow has that rustic beach vibe that some people love and others… well, don’t. Think bamboo details, outdoor shower (which is actually pretty great once you get used to it), and floors that are perpetually a bit sandy – but honestly, you’re ten steps from the beach, so what did you expect? The air conditioning works fine, though it can be a bit noisy at night, and the Wi-Fi is decent enough for staying connected without being so good that you forget you’re on vacation. What really sold me was the little terrace where you can have your morning coffee while watching the fishermen head out – there’s something about that routine that just feels right. During the day, you can walk to the viewpoint at Promthep Cape in about fifteen minutes, or if you’re feeling lazy, just grab a longtail boat to explore some of the hidden coves nearby. The motorbike taxi guys know this place well, so getting around isn’t a problem, though I’d recommend renting a scooter if you plan to explore much beyond the immediate area.

Mandala bungalow at Ya Nui beach Accommodations

Reviews of Mandala bungalow at Ya Nui beach

• Sian from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Everything was perfect. Easy check in. Make sure you have the deposit in cash. Comfortable bungalow, surrounded by plants and greenery. Beautiful mornings on the balcony listening to the sounds of nature while drinking coffee. Nice restaurant close by. Beach is literally across the road. I definitely recommend.

• Mattklam from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Location just 50m to Yanui beach
  Couple restaurant around
  hot water, fridge, rice cooker :), kettle, toaster
  beach towels
  very friendly host

• Nextpleaseog from Poland (1/10)

• Alexey from Russia (8/10)

  Расположение, приятный интерьер, очень хорошо по соотношению цена/качество

• Alberto from Spain (8/10)

  Ubicación cerca de la playa y muy tranquilo

• Ruian from China (7/10)

  离海滩非常近，是距离海滩最近的住宿了。因为带了家人，孩子很小，需要一个房间休息、洗澡。所以下午三点入住，六点之前就离开了。房东很友好，同意我们一家人休息。也很守时，约定时间等我们、帮我们开门。
  Very close to the beach, this is the closest accommodation to the beach. Because I brought my family, my child is very small and needs a room to rest and take a bath. So we checked in at 3:00 p.m. and left before 6:00 p.m. The landlord was kind enough to let us rest as a family. She was also very punctual, waiting for us at an appointed time and opening the door for us.

• Cornelia from Sweden (5/10)

  Nära stranden

• Mitrofanov from Kazakhstan (8/10)

  Все было просто прекрасно!

• Sergei from Russia (7/10)

• Rodney from Australia (7/10)

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