Cheong Fatt Tze – Blue Mansion: "Great heritage stay"

Review by: RoVro | Source: Trip Advisor
We really liked the hotel, the great breakfast buffet and the kind staff. would definitely recommend other to go here. The hotel is conventienly close to great restaurants and the UNESCO sites. The hotel has a great inhouse restaurant.

David’s Kitchen: "Great Hospitality & Food in a relaxed fun environment"

Review by: A TripAdvisor Mem | Source: Trip Advisor
An absolutely enjoyable experience-just like everyone (nearly 3000 happy customers) who have taken the time to write a review we were very impressed. Well deserved no.1 in Chiang Mai rating - the small things make the difference here, obviously the food is very good but the staff and the training they are given stands out. David was away and the team were still exceptional, we got to personally say thanks to the kitchen staff - nothing was too much trouble and all customers were enjoying their night a this special restaurant. Nice to get a personal email from David the following day to thank us for our visit. Ticks all the box's for us - Well Done DK Team

Slow Villas and Spa: "Déconnexion"

Review by: Thisma | Source: Trip Advisor
Un endroit parfait pour se relaxer et se déconnecter où l'on profite pleinement de ses vacances. A vélo (mis à disposition par l'établissement) ou à pieds il est facile de se déplacer à travers l'île. Le personnel est charmant et l'accueil chaleureux.

NOEL RODRIGO’S LEOPARD SAFARIS: "Leopard Safaris sure live up to their name!"

Review by: verve64 | Source: tripadvisor,com
"We saw a leopard! What an amazing experience that was. Having slept in one of the most luxurious ""tents"" Ive ever stayed in, we wined and dined under the stars, had our own personal safari with a fantastic guide. He really knew his stuff and we saw beautiful birds and many other creatures. He showed respect to the animals by keeping back and not 'chasing' them in the jeep like we saw others do. The jeep was great fun and comfortable considering the terrain. The food was fantastic as well. Thank you so much for a wonderful morning and night safari and for the fabulous experience of ""glamping"". "

Maduzi Hotel: "Our Bangkok oasis"

Review by: EbonyStar73 | Source: Trip Advisor
"We have stayed here numerous times and we'll keep coming back for more. The location is second to none, perfectly located right near the ever so efficient BTS, ASOK station, yet you feel as though you're In your own little oasis once you walk through the gates. (Do yourself a favour and buy a 'Rabbit Card' so you can jump on and off the transport system with ease and enjoy all that this vibrant city has to offer). The staff are always happy to assist with anything you require (btw, they won't accept any tips, it's their policy - no matter how hard you try.) The rooms are spacious, clean and beautifully appointed. The mini bar is included in the price of the room too, another quirky yet welcome Maduzi offering. Breakfasts are delicious! We almost always get the Japanese set breakfast. You can enjoy this in their fabulous restaurant where you'll also have a buffet to pick from, all inclusive. Or, you can order it to your room and they'll put together a buffet selection for you. Yes, this is a small boutique hotel with only 40 rooms and 7 levels, no pool or laundry (you can get the hotel to organise your washing for you) but the beautiful ambiance all around, central location and friendly staff make up for the lack of amenities. We'd choose this place over any of the big guys any day!"

Hotel Tugu Lombok: "This is a Must Go To Experience!"

Review by: Bodyartspitfire | Source: Trip Advisor
"This Hotel makes you feel so welcome that you almost feel out of place. The rooms are nothing but absolutely beautiful, and you feel like walking into Indonesian palace! This hotel, which specializes in old style Indonesia has lots of old antiques all over the place, and you can probably walk around the premises for several days just mesmerizing over all the decor, statues and never get tired of it. The staff and service is flawless. Henry, and the rest, were nothing but smiling, funny, and incredible nice. They hotel beach is clean and beautiful, and they have an infinity pool just by the restaurant which gives a very relaxing and luxurious atmosphere. The food is impeccably delicious. We also got a complimentary massage, and boy, do those girls do wonders! Magic hands who were able to find every knot and tight muscle, and you left them feeling good and refreshed for hours! All I can say is that we regretfully only got to have one night at this place, but next time it will be for longer. No doubt! 10/10 would visit again!"

Rachamankha: "Lovely setting, great service, amazing food"

Review by: Liza S | Source: Trip Advisor
"Me and my fiance spent two nights here and it was great. The staff was wonderful, very attentive and happy to help with anything you need. The setting was beautiful and felt authentically Thai, my only complaint would be that the shower was very utilitarian, just a head and in a stucco rectangular room which made leg shaving difficult. Also, there were some small bugs in the shower. Though the shower did add to the authenticity of the hotel. But the real highlight here was the food. When we first arrived we ordered a ton and each dish was more delish than the last, the menu has Thai, Indian, European, and American options so were not expecting it to be particularly good because the menu was so diverse but every thing was presented beautifully and was gourmet. There were also an impressive number of vegetarian options and a vegetarian portion of the menu. Skip the spa. There are much cheaper options and the service was unremarkable. Rachamankha is Thai serenity at it finest."

Glenburn Tea Estate: "A piece of paradise"

Review by: Rachaelfourteas | Source: Trip Advisor
"The Glenburn tea estate is in the most beautiful place on earth. On the first day we arrived to a warm welcome and I sat in our room looking over the tea gardens with the Himalayas rising majestically up in to the sky beyond I thought I had died and gone to heaven. Will and Faye were the perfect hosts and Parveez is the most enthusiastic person I have ever heard talk about tea. We learnt a great deal from him and can't wait to stock their delicious Darjeeling tea. We were looked after magnificently by all the staff, (especially Mandeep) and our guides were friendly and helpful and being local were a font of knowledge on all the wildlife and fauna and the ways of life for the people on the estate. We even joined in a game of 'Housey Housey'(Bingo) in the streets with the locals! Every evening we had supper around the large dinning table with the other guests and it was like a special dinner party. We met a wide variety of people from all corners of the globe and it was a lovely way to make new friends. It did not feel like a hotel but more like a home where you were always welcome and nothing was too much trouble. This is a hotel that everyone should have on their bucket list and I just hope we can return again one day."

Tugu Malang: "Super!"

Review by: BE001903 | Source: Trip Advisor
"At Tugu Malang they really understand how to treat hotel guest. Such hospitality is rare but absolutely great. Each member of the staff goes the extra mile to please the guests. The hotel also doubles as a museum. It is really a fabulous place. Rooms are well equiped (not your standard decoration though). We also tried the restaurant: same story ... Staff is super helpful and friendly food ... A huge choice of dishes from malang street food, chinese, dutch and italian cuisine ... Pages and pages of dishes. The kitchen must be super organized because food arrives pretty quickly and was so really good. If you go to Malang.... This is the hotel to book"

Manda De Laos: "My favourite address in Luang Prabang"

Review by: Bruno R | Source: Trip Advisor
Very beautiful place, very charming, top atmosphere, with 3 very old lotus pounds Patrimoine Mondial de l'Unesco. Food tasty, staff very professional, fair. We had dinner then lunch there, in both case we appreciate! Most recommended! Book in advance.
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