Villa Chelay Overview
Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of places that call themselves luxury, but Villa Chelay actually delivers on that promise in ways that honestly surprised me. When I first pulled up, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect – sometimes these boutique properties can be all style and no substance, you know? But from the moment you step through those doors, there’s something different happening here.
The staff doesn’t just go through the motions like at those big chain hotels. I mean, they remember your name after one interaction, and not in that forced corporate way either. My room was this perfect blend of elegant and comfortable – you know how some five-star places can feel like museums where you’re afraid to touch anything? Not here. The linens were incredible (seriously, I tried to figure out what thread count they were using), and the bathroom had this rainfall shower that I definitely spent too much time in each morning. What really got me though was the attention to small details – fresh flowers that were actually fresh, not those sad lobby arrangements, and they somehow knew I preferred sparkling water without me ever mentioning it.
The food situation is where Villa Chelay really shines, honestly. I’m usually skeptical of hotel restaurants because, well, they’re usually overpriced and underwhelming. But their chef clearly knows what they’re doing – I had this lamb dish that I’m still thinking about weeks later, and their breakfast spread wasn’t just the usual continental stuff everyone does. They actually source ingredients locally, and you can taste the difference. The service flows naturally too, never hovering but somehow always there when you need something. I stayed during what I gather was peak season, and even when they were fully booked, it never felt chaotic or rushed. The only minor thing – and I’m really reaching here – is that the WiFi in some common areas can be a bit spotty, but honestly, that almost felt like a blessing since it forced me to actually disconnect for once. If you’re looking for a place that feels genuinely special rather than just expensive, this is it.
Villa Chelay Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Villa | 7 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 4 for 8 adults |
Reviews of Villa Chelay
Federico from Belgium (10/10)
Staff, pool, rooms
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Penguin Club: 11 km
- Feelings Cafe: 10 km
- Phuket Square: 14 km
- Kathu Pet Park: 13 km
- Arunsoms Dog Run: 7 km
- Fantasy Kidzooona: 8 km
- Patong Playground: 6 km
- Up & Un Playground: 14 km
- Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Muang National Park: 8 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Cradle: 3.4 km
- Restaurant Talung Thai: 1.9 km
- Cafe/bar Crocodile Pool Bar: 2.2 km
Top attractions:
- Thai Hua Museum: 18 km
- Chinpracha House: 18 km
- Kathu Mining Museum: 15 km
- Two Heroines Monument: 19 km
Natural beauty:
- Waterfall Kathu Waterfall: 10 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Kalim Beach: 4.5 km
- Kamala Beach: 5 km
- Patong Beach: 6 km
- Nakalay Beach: 2.3 km
Public transport:
- Bus Phuket Bus Terminal 2: 19 km
Closest airports:
- Phuket International Airport: 30 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Terrace
Wellness:
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
Activities:
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Common areas:
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Games room
Food & Drink:
- Bar
- Room service
- Restaurant
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Soundproof rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Pool view
- Sea view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Sofa bed
- Carpeted
- Fan
Languages spoken:
- English
- Thai
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Reception services:
- Express check-in/check-out
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Balcony
- Bath
- Free WiFi
- View
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool is on rooftop
- Infinity pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Entertainment and family services:
- Karaoke
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
House Rules at Villa Chelay
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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