Lipa Lodge Beach Resort

Visit #2 to Lipa Lodge - still the great place for me I left a long review already after my wife and I first visited. Since the place has changed little in the past 20 years, it has not changed much since a few months ago. But I do have a few observations. 1. The people who work at Lipa Lodge are just scrumptious. Not welcoming in a ‘I studied hospitality and was well trained’, but more in a non-verbal ‘This is my home, I love being here, I am so happy you’re enjoying your time - now, what can I do to help’ 2. No weed. Well, it’s allowed, but rarely do guests here use it as I never smell it. This is big as smelling weed being smoked all day is a vacation killer. 3. Most chill, quiet place. No parties, no loud music, kids do visit, but they all seem to be happy. Great for resting my heart. 4. A perfect place to find your center. While Lipa Lodge is not promoted as a western-style yoga healing center, I found it an amazing place to sit and practice meditation for a n hour a day. People do their yoga routines every morning on their own at the beach or on roofed platforms. The vibe is just perfect for that. If you need an un-organized retreat, it’s your place. 5. The owner is just the most welcoming, beautiful person. 6. Mai - thank you for the hug every morning. I can't wait to stay#3

The staff were friendly and helpful. The property is great. We loved our room. My only negative was the price of breakfast. We go out for dinner with beer and it was less than the charge for one of us for breakfast. Fortunately there were places close by that offered better deals on breakfast. It truly is a beautiful spot with great sunsets.

My wife and I planned to be in Thailand for a week, and not on the beach. Life had other plans. On day 1 my retina detached. We were in Udon Thani. After an emergency surgery we had to stay in Thailand for a few weeks. We decided to spend a week in Koh Samui and I got the last spot in Lipa Lodge, a one bedroom with beach view. We picked it because the Lipa Noi area is less touristy and sunset facing. The island is small enough that $10 taxi will get you anywhere. We were not disappointed. Lipa Lodge is beautiful. The gardens, pool, beach and buildings are designed with privacy and simplicity. The staff is just a bunch of relaxed, joyful people that made every part of our stay delightful. The breakfast buffet was delicious with omelette to order, good strong coffee, an assortment of fruit and another Thai dish or two. The pool is meticulously maintained and the beach is right off the gardens, private and serene. The room itself was very well designed and more than big enough for a couple to get romantic without getting on each other :) We had an amazing week of rest and so looking forward to coming back. I think we found our vacation spot!