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Visited in mid January with my wife. We were picked at the Airport by the Hotel. There is a charge of 700 Baht for one way and this has to... read more be paid to the hotel. It took us approximately 45 minutes to reach the resort from the Airport. We had to enter through a door which was on the side of the main reception area. We were warmly welcomed by a girl whose name was Yu. She was very pleasant and showed us to our chalet no 11. We had a nice view of the rice fields at the boundary of the resort and the distant mountains. The area was very clam and you can only hear the chirping of the birds. The chalet was quite comfortable and spacious. Bed was super comfy. Only down side was that the water from the shower had a sulfur smell and you can’t get the water heated to the temperature you need. Since the morning and evening a quite chilly this is a disadvantage.
There were few other couples and singles occupying few other chalets. Everyone was very friendly and quite comfortable being fully nude though it is not mandatory. The resort was ideal for a quiet restful holiday. It has a small pool, darts, badminton and a gym. Towards the evening the weather becomes very cool. Best time of the day was after the sun has set. Whole place looks like it is out of heaven. Lighting was very dim and it was so quiet and peaceful. Resort has a small restaurant which serves continental or local food. Prices were quite reasonable and and the food was tasty. You can order liquor if you wish.
All over the resort grounds there are huts where you can relax in nude.
However if you are interested in visiting places of interest you have to hire a vehicle but rates are quite high. Resort will organize the vehicles for you. If you want to change your currency suggest that it is done in the city as the rate is much low at the resort.
For those who want to get away from their busy and hectic life we highly recommend this place. We really enjoyed our stay there.
1/30/2019 -
Thoroughly enjoyed my first stay here.
Naturism is new to me and I wasn’t sure what to expect. Arrived via transport arranged by the resort as I’m sure I... read more would have lost my way (Google Maps wasn’t very accurate about the directions once it’s near the resort - Apple Maps is better).
It was dinner time when I arrived and the staff checked us in with a warm hospitality.
IMHO - this is the perfect place to chill and do nothing. I was actually planning to visit nearby attractions, or head into town but ended up staying in for the entirety of my 4D3N here. The furthest I went was just short walks around the countryside where I stumbled upon a temple
I’m amazed by how I can just spend the whole day doing nothing but chill - work out at the gym area (basic, old but functional equipment), laze by the pool (too small for long laps, but good enough with a jacuzzi), read under the huts in the garden, take pictures of, and with the beautiful garden and mountain and field in the background.
This place has a variety of activities - from dart boards, to badminton, ping pong, pool table, petang, etc
The wifi was generally strong and I didn’t need to use my tourist SIM card at all.
And the best part -
No judgements or expectations. More than anything else, this was really a place that helped me to relax.
Nudity isn’t always mandatory. Some guests chose to be clothed at times, and go naked at other times. So it’s all up to you. I didn’t feel any pressures when I was there, and felt perfectly comfortable walking around nude or not.
And it helped also that there were vegetarian options on the menu. We ended up having all our meals in the restaurant at the resort. The menu included both Thai and western options. Prices for mains range between 100 baht and 400, while drinks start from 20 baht for 600ml of mineral water to 150 for a glass of wine.
Shower wasn’t perfect in our cottage (no. 11), but we learnt how to get the water hot enough by not turning the water on full blast.
1/05/2019 -
Paolo at the Oriental Village has created a most beautiful, low-key naturist space, perfect for a deeply relaxing experience. Set amidst gorgeous grounds in a landscape of jungle and rice-paddies... read more and with only the beautiful sounds of birds breaking the silence, this is close to nature! The gracious, smiling staff led by Aew are wonderful and the property is spotlessly clean.
All the best with this wonderful place Paolo - and your future plans in Phuket!
1/30/2019 -
We stayed here for one week in mid November at this very charming rural resort. Our room number 15 was very comfortable and had amazing views over the rice fields... read more towards the mountains. The staff (Yu, Liese and Mon) are all wonderful and we were looked after very well. Our visit coincided with the Lah Krathong festival and with help from the ladies we made offerings of banana boat dishes with candles and flowers to take to the river. The food comprised of local and delicious Thai dishes which can be altered to your taste. This is definitely a place to unwind in serenity and nature. The pool and gardens are beautiful and we spent many tranquil hours soaking up the sunshine. Amazingly only 45 minutes from the Chiang Mai International airport and the hustle of the city. It’s a great base from which to explore this wonderful region of Thailand. I am sure we will return. More
11/21/2019 -
We booked here in September .when we arrived nearby we couldn’t find the resort so we called the owner who mocked me for not finding the directions.
I asked him... read more 4 times before we arrive if there were other occupants to which he never replied.
On arrival we found we were the only guests and the resort was extremely shabby and run down so we decided to cancel and not stay there.
This is when the very rude owner Paolo started a tirade of abuse to me and my girlfriend,threatening us with police ,and saying he will inform all nudist resorts of us.
I told him to get lost and fellow nudists must know that this place is absolutely terrible and that no money should be spent there or time wasted as they won’t have a good time.
I’m appalled by the owners behaviour ,there’s obviously something wrong with him.
Thailand has great nudist resorts like Peace Blue in Phuket or Chan resort in Pattaya so trust me ,you don’t need to stay here.
It’s dirty,there’s no pool lounges with cushions and the rooms are decrepit ,dirty and not worth the money.
The owner will probably try and get this review deleted. More
11/29/2019 -
What a lovely place to go to!
I have just been to the Oriental Village and it's divine.
It is a clothing optional resort and nobody cares if... read more you are clothed or not.
It's a large kind or a triangular block, surrounded by trees, palm and
banana trees on two sides and fully open across the main boundary taking in
a full panorama of rice fields, farms and the mountains. Very picturesque!
This is the view from the rooms, the pool and the many Thai relaxing huts
scattered around.
It's coming to the mid-winter period there now but the temperature is
pleasant. It gets to 22c overnight and up to 28c in the day so ideal
sleeping conditions and daytime is great in that it's not too hot but warm
enough to walk around nude or semi clothed. The pool is heated as necessary
so it's around 26 or 27 just right for this time of the year.
The rooms have a nice bed and comfy mattress, TV, coffee and tea facilities
and toilet. There is also a lovely inside or outside hot or cold shower.
The grounds are well maintained and extensive and give a pleasant experience
to take in, especially with the open view to the mountains and sky!
Sometimes misty.
The "in house" Mountain View Restaurant serves breakfast (included in the
room price) lunch and dinner. The prices are low and the menu quite
extensive with both Thai and European food, cooked to your desire. If you
don't like too much chilli you just tell them and it's made mild.
I found the food delicious and the servings generous.
Dishes start at around B100 and there is also wine and spirits available at
a reasonable price.
Whilst there are other local fooderies around, within walking or pedalling
distance, I found there was no need to go out, even at night it was pleasant
sitting around sipping a few wines, listening to the music and watching the
night sky. If you need to there are pedal or motorised bikes available but
on foot it's a nice place to walk around as well.
Massage and spa facilities are available "in house". Massage outside in the
open huts is divine, inside massage areas are well appointed as well.
The Staff are lovely and will do all they can to help you. It's not 5 star
so they are not hanging around the bedroom door (that's a good thing) but
they are never too far away. It is a 5 star view! PLUS!
The owner Peter (Pedro) also is hands on and can provide assistance and
transport and transfers. His transfer fees are cheaper than taxis.
In general, it takes about 40 minutes from the airport, except in peak hours
9am or 5pm where it's who knows (or cares)
All in all, this place is a delight! A great place to recharge the batteries
for a few days or longer. It is, by its location, which is almost in the
country, a quiet place. It's not Pattaya (thank God) so it is not surrounded
by pumping nightclubs, bars and girls or persons of dubious endowment. What
you get is what you bring. What they give here is a lovely place to stay and
enjoy. Come soon to enjoy this rare gem.....you won't be disappointed!
12/14/2018