8.9
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155 USD
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Koh Mak Ao Kao White Sand Beach in Mak

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Thailand, Mak, 60 Moo 1 Sudhidhanakul Rh., Trat
● Center: 1.8 km
🌞 Beach - 0 min

Staff consistently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, enhancing guest experience Spacious, clean rooms with daily housekeeping and comfortable air conditioning Breakfast praised for variety and quality, including freshly cooked eggs, pancakes, and fresh fruit Private beach area with direct access to clear water and snorkeling opportunities Multiple recreational facilities including tennis court, massage, sauna, and free bike rentals Rooftop terraces on some bungalows offering scenic views and relaxing spaces Complimentary transfers to and from the ferry pier appreciated by guests Restaurant food is fresh and local, with a well-regarded BBQ night Some rooms, especially higher-priced ones, have dated furnishings and need refurbishment Hot water supply in some bathrooms unreliable or only lukewarm showers available Swimming pool is small and located away from the beach, less convenient for some guests Beach and sea can contain plastic debris away from the immediate hotel area Motorbike rentals nearby reported as sometimes unclean or poorly managed Limited food service beyond breakfast during times of understaffing; guests must use nearby restaurants Some guests note a lack of clear information at check-in about hotel services and local tips
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Rooms and prices

2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
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Villa
Villa
Air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
155 USD
Run of House
Run of House
Suite
Suite
Private bathroom
Suite with sea view
Suite with sea view
Private bathroom
Suite with water view
Suite with water view
Private bathroom
Single Suite with sea view
Single Suite with sea view
Private bathroom
Beds:
Double Suite with sea view
Double Suite with sea view
Private bathroom
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Villa with garden view
Villa with garden view
Air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
Villa with pool view
Villa with pool view
Private bathroom
Beds:
Villa with view
Villa with view
Private bathroom
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Villa beachfront
Villa beachfront
Air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
Villa seafront
Villa seafront
Private bathroom
Beds:
Villa with balcony and with view
Villa with balcony and with view
Air conditioning, shower and private bathroom
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1 Bedroom Villa with garden view
1 Bedroom Villa with garden view
Private bathroom
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2 Bedrooms Villa
2 Bedrooms Villa
Air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
Double Villa with garden view
Double Villa with garden view
Private bathroom
Beds:
Double Villa with pool view
Double Villa with pool view
Private bathroom
Beds:
Double Villa beachfront
Double Villa beachfront
Private bathroom
Beds:
1 Bedroom Double Villa with garden view
1 Bedroom Double Villa with garden view
Private bathroom
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Cottage
Cottage
Private bathroom
Beds:
Cottage with water view
Cottage with water view
Private bathroom
Beds:
Cottage with view
Cottage with view
Private bathroom
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Bungalow
Bungalow
Private bathroom
Beds:
Double Bungalow
Double Bungalow
Private bathroom
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Description

Koh Mak Ao Kao White Sand Beach is a 3-star resort located on the tranquil island of Mak, Thailand. It offers a variety of room types including bungalows, suites, and villas with sea, garden, and pool views, catering to different preferences. The resort features a private beachfront on Ao Kao Beach, just 10 meters away, with direct sea access on one side and a rocky shore on the other. Guests appreciate the spacious, clean rooms with daily housekeeping and amenities like air conditioning and free WiFi. Dining options include an on-site restaurant and bar, with breakfast freshly prepared each morning and highly praised by visitors. The resort also provides free bike rentals, a tennis court, sauna, massage services, and water activities such as diving and snorkeling. Staff are frequently highlighted for their friendliness and helpfulness. While the hotel is not a luxury 5-star property, it offers a peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained facilities that appeal to travelers seeking a relaxing getaway on a less commercialized island.

Location

The resort is situated on Ao Kao Beach, with the shoreline just 10 meters from the property, providing immediate beach access. It lies approximately 177 kilometers from Utapao Airport (UTP). The location is quiet, away from the busiest parts of the island, but within walking distance of several restaurants and shops about 5 to 10 minutes away. The hotel offers complimentary transfers from the ferry pier, which is 1–2 kilometers distant. Guests can rent motorbikes nearby to explore the island further, as the resort itself does not provide motorbike rentals directly. This setting allows visitors to enjoy a peaceful beachfront experience with convenient access to local amenities and transport options.

Tips

  • Book your stay directly on the hotel’s website to get breakfast included and a better room rate.
  • Take advantage of the complimentary ferry transfers by informing the hotel of your arrival time.
  • Bring reusable bags or gloves if you want to help with occasional beach clean-ups noted by some guests.

Policies and conditions

  • Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds can be added. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
  • Breakfast: Breakfast not provided
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
  • Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard
2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
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Services and facilities

General
  • Shopping on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Outdoor furniture
Rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Fridge
  • Cable TV
  • TV
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower/Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe/Closet
  • Toiletries
Services and amenities
  • Laundry
  • Safe-deposit box
  • Concierge services
  • Dry-cleaning
Meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bottled water
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
Transfer
  • Airport transportation
  • Transfer services
Languages Spoken
  • English
Tourist services
  • Tour assistance
Recreation
  • Library
  • Bike rental
  • Sun Deck
  • Ping-Pong
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Free Parking on Premises
Pool and beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach facilities
  • Private beach
  • Beach/pool towels
  • Next to the beach
Sports
  • Diving
  • Cycling
  • Table Tennis
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis court
Beauty and wellness
  • Doctor
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • First Aid Kit
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed

The nearest beach is located on the distance of 10 m. It takes 0 minutes To the beach!

Video: Koh Mak Ao Kao White Sand Beach, Ko Mak, Thailand

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Reviews

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21.03.2026 Guest
Stayed here for 4 days in mid March 2036 and have to say it was by far the best hotel we stayed in from the 5 on our travels. First off, every single member of staff are amazing, friendly and there to help with any request. Rooms are spacious and cleaned daily. The breakfast was by far the best we had from freshly cooked eggs, to pancakes, fresh yogurt and fruits to an array of different types of fresh breads and little desert pots to choose from. It definitely set us up for the entire day. 2 beaches available to use, left of the restaurant has direct access to the sea, the right hand side will require a slight walk to get in as the sea is quite rocky in parts. Couple things to note, would be nice if a staff member gave you a little introduction to the hotel, where things can be found and what times breakfast, lunch and dinner is served until. The beach and sea unfortunately was filled with plastic, quite shocking to see but unfortunately a reality. Could be worth some of the staff or even guests joining in to help clean things up as much as possible as it does end up on the beach. Lastly, there are 4-5 restaurants situated about a 10 min walk from the hotel property. The pizza place is owned by the hotel so you’ll see some familiar faces working there. Thanks to all for making our trip so memorable and we hope to be back again soon.
10.03.2026 Guest
We're incredibly enthusiastic about the White Sand resort. The bungalows are fantastic, the location is great, the beach is amazing, and the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. We would recommend booking White Sand to everyone. The location on the island is also excellent. You can walk to several other restaurants and shops, and by scooter, you can quickly reach a busier part of Koh Mak. The island has also stolen our hearts.
20.02.2026 Guest
If you are looking to disconnect from work, the daily grind, and the noise of the world, this is the place. Koh Mak is one of the last islands in Thailand that hasn't been over-commercialized, and this resort captures that spirit perfectly. Don’t expect a 5-star "all-inclusive" mega-resort; instead, expect a very clean, well-maintained, and peaceful sanctuary. With only 20 bungalows, the beach is never crowded. The staff are incredibly friendly and always smiling. Pro tip: If you book directly through their website, breakfast is included for free! It’s not "luxury," but it’s high-quality, honest, and offered at a very good price.
03.01.2026 Guest
If you want paradise, this is your place, however, if you are looking for something a little more luxurious, this is probably a little less boujee for you. We were pleasantly surprised by how beautiful the resort was. Direct access to pristine sand and the most amazing crystal clear waters. The staff were incredibly helpful and very accommodating. The food was good, albeit, we found it difficult earing there more than two nights as it was a little bit samey. Ice cold beer, which is always a winner and some cocktails, tasty, albeit very improvised. There is a pool, however, located away from the beach which was my only negative amd the air in the rooms was not the best, so can get incredibly warm. We would definitely visit this resort again.
28.11.2025 Guest
My wife and I stayed here for 3 nights in November 2025 in one of the beachfront ‘Sunset bungalows’. To say I feel conflicted writing this review would be an understatement, there were many positives about the resort but also some quite significant things that could be better. THE GOOD:- Location - set right on a very nice piece of unspoilt beach, far from the madding crowds! Staff - all were really friendly and helpful Restaurant - good, fresh cooked local food Cleanliness - our room and all the public areas were very clean Moped Hire - allowed us to get out and see the island on virtually traffic free roads, reasonably priced at 250thb / day Free water & snacks in the room & free fruit available all day long at the restaurant all very much appreciated. THE AREAS THAT COULD BE BETTER: The Room - our room was one of the more expensive in the resort (i think because of the view) and was certainly very spacious but it felt basic in terms of the furnishings, everything felt like it had seen better days and needed upgrading / refurbishing. The roof terrace could be lovely but was the one area that we felt missed out on housekeeping - all leaving it feeling a little unloved. Hot Water - the only hot water in the bathroom is to the shower and ours just did not work properly! The hotel attended and attempted to fix it but really they didn’t make much difference, most days we had luke warm showers at best. I expected more than this! The Hotel pool is small, away from the main action of the hotel and not somewhere we wanted to spend time. In summary, there is quite a lot to like about this hotel but some things given some limited investment and focus could be much better. To be fair I think this is one of the best properties on the island (which is very small, beautiful and very much undeveloped) but for what we paid I think i expected more, other hotels we have stayed in for not much more per night on other islands on this trip have delivered a better all round comfort experience.
20.11.2025 Guest
I've never left any hotel with such a great thankfulness, touched almost to tears. Cozy cottages, breathtaking beach, fantastic staff... just a paradise on earth🤩
10.11.2025 Anton
I stayed on Koh Mak in September and I was happy to see that the island was as beautiful and calm as hoped. I really enjoyed my stay since I try to avoid loud and crowded places and to escape the city.

Koh Mak had great and empty beaches with even better sunsets! I really enjoyed that there were so many sport activities like the gym and tennis and I also tried Muay Thai for the first time. It was really fun!

Will definitely come back soon:)
26.10.2025 Stephanie
So I made a reservation with Mr Yothying Sudhidhanakul on the 9th of October for next December
I paid Deposit and confirmation received.
today I asked to add another night to my reservation and because I was asking for the room type and view he just cancelled my booking!!!!
Be careful don’t book direct with him!!
Unprofessional Host/Manager if he could be named like this!!
01.08.2025 kaswdii
I recently had the pleasure of staying at this resort for the first time, and I couldn't be more pleased with my experience! The room was impeccably clean, and the staff were fantastic—so kind and attentive to every need. I will definitely be returning!🥰🥰🥰
01.08.2025 Theerawat
This is my first time at Koh mak. Good first impression, nice atmosphere, all staffs so nicely. Breakfast is a highlight. Recommended.

For sure will come back again :)
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Frequently asked questions about Koh Mak Ao Kao White Sand Beach

What types of rooms are available at Koh Mak Ao Kao White Sand Beach?

The hotel offers a wide range of room types including Run of House, various Suites with sea or water views, Single and Double Suites with sea views, multiple Villa options with garden, pool, beachfront, or seafront views, Cottages, Bungalows, and Double Bungalows.

Is breakfast included in the room rate at this hotel?

Breakfast is not included by default; however, if you book directly through the hotel’s website, breakfast is provided for free.

Are pets allowed at Koh Mak Ao Kao White Sand Beach?

Pets are not allowed at this property according to the hotel’s policies.

How far is the resort from the nearest airport and ferry pier?

The resort is 177 kilometers from Utapao Airport (UTP) and about 1 to 2 kilometers from Ao Nid ferry pier, with complimentary transfers available.

What recreational facilities are available on-site?

Guests can enjoy facilities such as tennis court, table tennis, sauna, massage services, diving, snorkeling, a gym, and free bike rentals.

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