Great stay at the Kalima. Family of 4 stayed in a room with private pool. Room was clean and convenient with some nice treats. The kids loved all the pools l. Staff was very nice. Breakfast was great and had variety of foods, also the pool bar. We went on a complimentary Kayak activity where we saw an Elephant in the river. The private beach is very nice as well. The only issue was that we had some animals visiting our room - a frog, a worm and a lizard, but I guess it’s normal.

Stayed in April 2025

Great family resort with a sprawling, freeform pool, including in-water basketball and volleyball. Plenty of activities available, more than many resorts Rooms are spacious, with voluminous ceilings and fresh, cutting-edge design. The two units we stayed at featured a nice, semi-private Infiniti pool, along the main walkway of the resort, with shrubbery, for limited privacy. The staff proved helpful and friendly, which is always a pleasure to experience. The resort abuts a river that the ocean feeds into, causing strong, dangerous currents that curtail the available swimming areas at the gorgeous beach. :(

Stayed in April 2025

Walking distance on check out. Golf kart not available

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Stayed in April 2025

We had an amazing experience at this hotel! The room we stayed in was absolutely stunning, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, and the breakfast each morning was delicious. The hotel's private beach is simply out of this world – peaceful, beautiful, and perfect for relaxing. As a family with young kids, we also really appreciated the excellent play area and the many kid-friendly options available throughout the hotel. Highly recommended for both couples and families!

Stayed in March 2025

Beautiful room. Loved the private beach. Great local restaurant next door

Stayed in March 2025

I would say this resort is 4 star not 5, but really lovely none the less.

Lovely room, very comfy big bed. We had a private pool which was really nice although in the shade most of the day, not that that is a problem necessarily. The pool was very small but nice for a quick dip. Breakfast was great although very busy at times. A good selection of food on offer. The resort felt calm and peaceful during the day. I liked the pool by the Tin restaurant as it was always quiet. Close to a lovely quiet beach and short walk to some great little local restaurants and massages. The free transfer to town and the market was welcomed. All the staff were lovely.

Stayed in March 2025

As noted, a bit aged. Although marketed as a 5star resort I would say this is more of a 4.5 star, just missing some of the touches you would expect for the money you pay (mainly the villa cost, i think the normal room rate is fair).

Reasonable resort, showing its age however. We stayed in the 1BR villa which was spacious and relatively private. Good food options external near the beach. Breakfast was great and had decent variety.

Stayed in March 2025

Everything was fantastic. Great accommodation. Excellent food. Wonderful staff who could not have been any more helpful. Thank you for making our stay so good 🙏

Stayed in March 2025

Everything

Stayed in March 2025

The way to the beach was quite tricky and the chairs over there are not that comfortable, which I would expect differently from a 5 star hotel.

The pool was very nice. The breakfast had gluten free options that I could choose from and it was prepared separately. Most of the staff was very kind, especially the one security guard who was a gem.

Stayed in March 2025

Absolute luxury. A massage a day.

A little slice of HEAVEN.😶‍🌫️

Stayed in February 2025

The construction. But they did it well and it was not loud. The bridge is necessary so we completely understand the situation.

We loved how the property is intertwined with the nature- loved the estuary and the walk to the beach. Beautiful dining area elevated for great views. Quality food and wonderful drinks. Great service and friendly staff. Gorgeous rooms and pools with breathtaking views and the sound of nature.

Stayed in February 2025

Although beautiful, the design was very dark, harking back to mining days. This is just a matter of taste however, as personally I would prefer a lighter design. It is all stylish and beautifully done. While the rooms are large and appear very solid, sound travels easily and some rather noisy guests kept us awake close to midnight from their rooms next door. It almost sounded as if they were in the room with us.

The location on the river / beach is beautiful. The facilities around the beach are wonderful. We liked the Japanese à la carte restaurant and the staff were very nice and helpful.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

Kalima is exceptional in every way. The rooms are beautifully furnished, the kids pool and facilities are immaculately clean and provide lots of choice, the breakfast was fantastic and the staff some of the nicest we met in the whole of Thailand. We can’t wait to come back.

Stayed in February 2025

Walk ways were dark at night

Standard of room, facilities, beach, breakfast, staff.

Stayed in February 2025

I can’t say anything bad about this place.

Just back from a two week trip to Thailand and spent 4 days here. Could not fault anything about this resort. From the minute we got there the staff were so lovely and friendly. From reception to grounds staff everyone was so nice. The resort, pools, beach were beautiful. Lots to do for kids and adults.

Stayed in February 2025

Beautiful surroundings and friendly staff

Stayed in February 2025

The only minus was our view from the room and that it was a bit dark. We had another building to look at outside our window. But we saw that this was one of the fewer rooms with such a view. Most have beautiful views. All in all it was a wonderful experience and would definitely return and recommend Kalima!

The hotel is beautiful, the grounds are well looked after and have a great tropical look. We loved the main swimming pool, the variety at breakfast, the river and the beach! The shuttle service is also very reliable, so it is not a problem that it is a bit far from town.

Stayed in February 2025

Smoking on site, especially near the hotel eating area. Limited number of sun lounges, noticed some people using towels to hold sun loungers early in the morning, then leaving the area.

We wanted peace and quiet after travelling through Thailand, and we found what we were looking for. It is only a short 10 min tuk tuk / hotel shuttle ride to the markets. Good restaurants outside the entrance of the hotel and a 10 min easy walk to the beach restaurants.

Stayed in February 2025

Nothing.

Beautiful resort, very good pools. Beautiful sunsets at the nearest beach, only 5 minutes walk. Good performances during dinner.

Stayed in February 2025

The breakfast could have been a lot better. Not many asian options as you see in the hotels around Khao Lak

The resort was great, not too big and the pool rooms felt private. Lots to do and the beach was a little walk away but the fact that it was totally private made up for this. The rooms were beautiful!

Stayed in February 2025

The hotel is far from the center of the town and a bit isolated

The room was big, clean. Very nice staff. Great breakfast.

Stayed in February 2025

The private pool was great and we used it a lot! The private beach was gorgeous and a real pleasure to visit every time! Nice little beach bar there too. Great selection of activities and areas to relax with.

Stayed in February 2025

The view from our room was advertised as "pool room with a view" but the view was awful - a view of bins and airvents at the back of the gym. The room was not what it was advertised as. I had sent a message to the property via booking.com but had not received a reply prior to checking out. - disappointing! There should also be water stations to refill water bottles as the tap water is not drinkable.

Facilities are great, food excellent.

Stayed in February 2025