Grandfather Khaolak Resort
A garden retreat in Khao Lak with a pool, hot tub, and breakfast worth waking for.
A place to stay in Khao Lak
Grandfather Khaolak Resort is a three-star hotel in Khao Lak, Thailand, rated 9.2/10 across 305 guest reviews. Rooms include balconies with garden views, air conditioning, a refrigerator, and an electric kettle as standard. The property has an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, and a terrace. Free parking and free Wi-Fi are included, and the breakfast is singled out as exceptional. Family rooms are available, making it a practical option for groups traveling with children.
Is this stay right for you?
A well-maintained garden hotel with attentive staff, clean rooms, and a strong breakfast — at a price point around USD 92 per night.
Best for
- Families needing extra space
- Guests who prioritise cleanliness and comfort
- Travellers wanting free parking on-site
- Pool and hot tub days
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting on-site dining beyond breakfast
- Those looking for a large resort setup
Pool, hot tub, and terrace
The outdoor swimming pool and adjacent hot tub sit alongside a terrace, giving guests a dedicated space to spend time outside. The garden surrounds the area, and rooms with balconies look out over it.
Garden-view rooms with balconies
Each room has a private balcony facing the garden. Air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and an electric kettle are standard. Slippers, free toiletries, and a hairdryer are included in every bathroom.
Family-ready facilities
Family rooms give groups more room to spread out. The property has a dining area, sofa, and additional toilet in select rooms. Free parking means arriving by car involves no extra cost.
The rooms
Standard King Room
40.0 m² · 3 twin beds and 7 king beds
- 1 room
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Standard Twin Room
40.0 m² · 2 twin beds
- 1 room
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
King Suite
130.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Private suite
- Private kitchenette
- Attached bathroom
- Balcony
- Garden view
Triple Room with View
80.0 m² · 1 twin bed and 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Family Room
100.0 m² · 2 king beds
- 1 room
- Private kitchenette
- Attached bathroom
- Balcony
- Garden view
What stands out
Inside Grandfather Khaolak Resort
Amenities at Grandfather Khaolak Resort
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Terrace
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Exceptional Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Slippers
- Shared toilet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Garden view
- View
Outdoors
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Getting to & from Phuket International Airport
Grandfather Khaolak Resort is 60.9 km from Phuket International Airport (HKT).
The location
Khao Lak is a stretch of coastline north of Phuket on the Andaman Sea, with quieter beaches and easy access to the Similan Islands.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Nang Thong Beach, is 1.5 km away.
Things to do nearby
- Tsunami Museummuseum980 m
- Bang Niang Marketmarket1.2 km
- In's Gallerygallery1.2 km
- Nang Thong Beachbeach1.5 km
- Bang Niang Beachbeach1.8 km
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 305 reviews, guests most consistently flag staff, cleanliness, and in-room comfort as the property's strengths. The breakfast draws repeated praise — enough that it is listed as a headline feature. These themes run through reviews at a rate that places this hotel at 9.2/10.
- Staff9.7
- Facilities9.2
- Cleanliness9.4
- Comfort9.4
- Value For Money9.2
- Location8.3
- Free Wifi7.5
Reviews scoring 9–10: 19 · average 9.8
They wrote about: staff, room, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 1 · average 8
They wrote about: staff, room, breakfast
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Good to know
The fine print
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
- Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Common questions
Where exactly is Grandfather Khaolak Resort located?
The hotel is in Khao Lak, in southern Thailand's Phang Nga province. Khao Lak is roughly 80 km north of Phuket.
Is parking free at the hotel?
Yes, free private parking is available on-site. No pre-booking appears to be required based on the listed facilities.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. It is included in the room rate at no extra charge.
Does the hotel serve breakfast?
Yes. Breakfast is described as exceptional and is a consistently praised element of the stay. Check current booking options to confirm whether it is included in your rate.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
Family rooms are available. The property also has additional toilets in select configurations, a sofa, and a dining area, which help with space for larger groups.
What does the outdoor pool area look like?
There is an outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub, set alongside a terrace with garden surroundings. Rooms with balconies overlook the garden.
What is included in the rooms?
All rooms have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, an electric kettle, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer, slippers, and a balcony with garden view.
Can I rent a bicycle at the hotel?
Bicycle rental is available at the property for an additional charge.
What is the guest rating for Grandfather Khaolak Resort?
The hotel holds a guest rating of 9.2/10, based on 305 reviews. Staff, cleanliness, and comfort are the most frequently cited positives.
What is the starting price per night?
Rates start from approximately USD 92 per night. Prices vary by room type, dates, and booking conditions — check the current availability for exact figures.
Is the property non-smoking?
Yes, non-smoking rooms are listed as a key facility. The hotel operates as a non-smoking property.
How do I get to Khao Lak from the nearest airport?
The closest major airport is Phuket International Airport, approximately 80 km south of Khao Lak. Shared or private transfers operate on this route; the hotel does not list a specific transfer service in its current facilities.