Chaweng Garden Beach Resort is a value choice in the middle of Chaweng's shopping and dining strip, on Chaweng Beach. Rooms run from Standard and Superior rooms to Garden Bungalows, Grand Deluxe Bungalows and the Shino King rooms, with private plunge-pool options and a beachfront pool villa for a splurge. The resort has a swimming pool, Sue's Ocean Restaurant, a Monkey Pool Bar and a beach bar. It is a simple, sociable stay that gives you the location of a pricier resort at a far lower rate, which is a good trade-off for a short or active trip.
Location and getting around: the resort is in the middle of Chaweng, so shops, restaurants, bars and the night market are within walking distance, and the beach is on your doorstep. The island's other highlights, including Big Buddha, Fisherman's Village and the waterfalls, need a taxi or a rental scooter, and tour pickups to Ang Thong, Koh Tao and Pig Island are easy to arrange from the front desk or from a booked tour. The airport is a short drive away.
Rooms: the choice is wide for the size of the place. Standard, Premier and Superior rooms come in garden-view, triple, family and pool-view versions, and bungalow categories are set among the gardens. Private plunge pool bungalows and the Baipho Beachfront Pool Villa are the upgrades. As the resort is in central Chaweng, ask for a room away from the road and the bars if you want a quiet night, and check which categories have air-conditioning and balconies on your rate.
Dining and extras: Sue's Ocean Restaurant is the main restaurant, with the beach bar and the Monkey Pool Bar for drinks. Breakfast arrangements are not listed on the main page, so confirm what your rate includes. Who it suits: budget-conscious couples, groups of friends, families wanting a central beach location and travellers who plan to be out most of the day. Good to know: this is a three-star resort, so expect simpler rooms and fewer extras than the luxury properties, and it is a lively part of town in the evenings.
Why stay here
- ✓Central Chaweng Beach location
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Sue’s Ocean Restaurant
- ✓Monkey Pool Bar
- ✓Beach bar
- ✓Garden bungalows
- ✓Private plunge pool options
- ✓Walk to shops and night market
Good questions
Is Chaweng Garden on the beach?+
Yes, it sits on Chaweng Beach in the centre of the main strip, with a beach bar.
What room types are there?+
Standard, Premier, Superior, bungalows and private plunge pool or beachfront pool options.
Is it good for nightlife?+
Yes, it is in the heart of Chaweng, so bars and restaurants are within walking distance, but ask for a quiet room if you want to sleep early.