Rawai Palm Beach Resort – SHA Extra Plus

Rawai Palm Beach Resort – SHA Extra Plus Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Rawai Palm Beach Resort – SHA Extra Plus, I wasn’t sure what to expect from the name alone. But after spending some time there, I get why it’s become such a solid choice for people heading to Rawai Beach. This four-star spot sits right where you want to be if you’re looking for that sweet spot between having things to do and actually being able to relax without crowds breathing down your neck.

What really struck me about this place is how they’ve managed to keep that laid-back Rawai vibe while still giving you the amenities you actually want. The rooms are spacious – I mean genuinely spacious, not that “cozy” nonsense some places try to sell you – and the beds are comfortable enough that you won’t wake up feeling like you wrestled with a rock all night. The pool area becomes this perfect little sanctuary during the day, especially in the late afternoon when the light hits just right and you can hear the ocean in the distance but you’re not dealing with sand in everything you own. You know what I really appreciated? The staff actually seems to know what they’re talking about when you ask for restaurant recommendations or directions, rather than just pointing vaguely down the street.

The location works brilliantly if you want to explore but don’t want to be stuck in the chaos of Patong or Kata. Rawai’s got this authentic feel where you’ll see long-tail boats heading out early in the morning and local families hanging out at the seafood spots along the beach. It’s maybe a five-minute walk to some genuinely good Thai restaurants that haven’t been completely touristified yet – though honestly, even those are getting busier these days. The resort sits back from the main road just enough that you’re not hearing scooters at all hours, but close enough that grabbing a taxi or renting a bike to explore the southern part of the island is no big deal. I’d say this place hits that 8.0 rating pretty accurately – it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury, but it delivers on the stuff that actually matters when you’re trying to unwind and explore a bit of real Thailand without roughing it.

Rawai Palm Beach Resort – SHA Extra Plus Accommodations

Reviews of Rawai Palm Beach Resort – SHA Extra Plus

• Svitlana from Italy (8/10)

  Nice place, very calm. Great staff

• Rebecca from United Kingdom (7/10)

  The front of the hotel looked very grand, especially as it was Christmas/New Year, there were lots of light displays.
  
  The pool was good.

• Todd from United States (9/10)

  Short walk from the main strip. Nice amenities had its own sandy pool beach inside the property. Beautiful pool. Nice fitness center.

• Martin from Switzerland (8/10)

  – nice suberb & large premium rooms
  – direct pool access from the room
  – great location near the beach

• Grazia from Australia (8/10)

  Room was very spacious and clean , staff were friendly and helpful

• Laura from United Kingdom (7/10)

  We stayed for one night. The location is great, 5 minute walk to the beach if that, the pool area is nice and the room is great, lovely bath and comfy bed.

• Alexander from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Location was great

• Shelby from Australia (9/10)

• Hill from United Kingdom (8/10)

  The hotel was in a great location. Staff very helpful. Rooms where spacious and beds comfortable

• David from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Location of Hotel, short shuttle bus to both beaches excellent,
  room cleaning very good.

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