Muang Kulaypan Hotel

The Setting: A touch of nature, situated on Koh Samui is north Chaweng Beach, renowned as the most picturesque in Thailand with its powder-fine white sand and crystal clear waters, Muang Kulaypan Hotel harbors a 100-meter beach frontage, revealing a fabulous view of the sea and offshore islands.

The Design is inspired by a tale of Indonesian folklore introduced to Thailand during the Ayudhaya period and translated into the Thai language many years later by King Rama II. As a matter of fact, the historic Thai kingdom of Srivijaya was substantially influenced by the Javanese and enjoyed their powerful sovereignty in Southern Thailand for centuries.

The Javanese tale of Inao is the legend of the romance of Prince Inao and Princess Budsaba set in the ancient city of Muang Kulaypan where this exotic love story unfolded. The designer of the hotel, profoundly inspired by the tale of Inao, has created a unique architectural style blending Zen form with Southern Siam and the life style reminiscent of its people.

The large, central garden lends a palatial atmosphere fitting the inspiration while terraces and walkways are dotted with sculptures and aged bonsai trees alongside custom furnishings designed by the architect M.L. Archava Varavana.

42 rooms are completed in an exquisite fashion combining Thai style, comfort and modern amenities embellished with a touch of art and history. Every room is fully air-conditioned with Satellite TV, IDD telephone, safety deposit box and full mini bar. Bathrooms are equipped with the shower and striking all black tiles whilst the designer bedding reflects a blending of Asian culture with contemporary design. Every room has a unique decorative flair with its own detailed scripture, sculpture, imaging and bedding.

Comfortable room with private balcony. Most rooms with partial sea view and all upstairs rooms also share a large wooden terrace looking towards the ocean and have access to Muang Kulaypan garden. Located on first and second floor. Connecting rooms are available on request.

Uniquely designed interior decoration with Japanese influence and mattress on wooden platform. All rooms have DVD-player, complimentary coffee & tea-making facilities and comfortable day bed on the balcony overlooking the garden. Located on the first and a second floor.

Beautiful view to the Muang Kulaypan garden and to the swimming pool and ocean. Large day bed on the balcony, large windows, DVD-player, complimentary coffee & tea making facilities. All rooms are located on the upper floor and. The most popular among honeymooners and individual who wish to relax in private while admiring the sea.

Deluxe suites are located on the Northern side of the hotel, on the garden level. Ideal for a family or a group of friends. Perfect for those who travel with children and would like to have a touch of home since suite has kitchen, dining area and king size bed or twin beds. Two suites can also be connected to each others on request. Suite has coffee maker, full size refrigerator, DVD-player and direct access to garden. Only a stone throw from the swimming pool and beach.

State below are some of our in-house services as well as other services recommended by the hotel.

• Beach
• Breakfast
• Check-In time : Check-In time is 2.00 p.m. or earlier if room is available.
• Check-Out time: Check-Out time is 11.00 a.m.

• Babysitting
• Doctor
• Electricity
• Laundry Service
• Credit Cards

• Local Transportation
• Mail / Telephone / Fax / E-mail
• Money exchange
• Reading room
• Tour Services

Open daily from 6.30 a.m. till late. A restaurant like no others, Budsaba brings you the pleasure of dining while lounging in one of its 20 private Salas (open wooden hut on stilts) in pure Thai tradition. The Thai delicacies and fresh seafood are carefully selected to reinforce this experience, an oasis of peace and flavour. You may also enjoy the music and dances of the Kings of Siam Every Tue/Thu/Sat/Sun at 8.30 pm.

Opening hours: from 10.00 a.m. till late. Located at the pool side on the beach, Panyee is another ideal place to enjoy the beach front during the heat of the day with a long drink refreshment while lounging in one of the Salas. The Bar also features an extensive selection of legendary music for all tastes.

Opening hours: from 8.00 a.m. till 7.00 pm. Reserved for our in-house Guests, the black-tiled swimming pool is one of the main attractions of the Hotel where all Guests can meet or quietly sunbath. The swimming pool is equipped with a showers, bathroom and fresh towels with are provided to all our Guests. Beach chairs and umbrellas are also available.

Open Air Mini gym. A quiet location with a selection of fitness equipment available daily for our guests to enjoy.

In the reign of King Boromakot of the Ayudhya period, Princess Kunton and Princess Mongkut were fascinated by a story told them by their Javanese governess about charming Prince Inao (Inu Panyee Karatapati) of the Indonesian Shailendra dynasty (807A.D.), a great lover as well as a valiant warrior. From this time on the legend became a well-known dance drama in the Royal Thai court until the reign of King Chulalongkorn.

Rama V. Chaochom Manda Khian, the mother of my great grandfather (H.R.H. Prince Naradhip son of King Mongkut), and niece of Queen Somanat, was renowned for playing the role of Inao. In these times it was royal practice that when a prince was born, King Mongkut would lay a little sword as a gift in the baby is basket. For the birth of Prince Naradhip, the king added a dagger or kris as a special present for the Son of Inao. When I was asked upon to design a hotel on Chaweng beach, Samui Island; realizing fully well myself that the southern part of Thailand was once a territory in the Sri Vijaya Kingdom, Kulaypan - the name of the capital city in the story of Inao, sprang immediately to my mind. Falling in love with the location was a delight from the first moment.

Through the coconut grove before me is a view all the way to the horizon... waves dancing on a shimmering sea, a small isle and the endless blue sky. Beauty, natural in form. Perfect light and color. I decided straightaway that we could never spoil such a truly wonderful vista. The view is ever marvelous: at dawn, the break of day, late morning and towards noon, in the afternoon and twilight, or even late at night you will find the indescribably beautiful seascape and heavens changing their charms with time, your spirit and your dreams. Come and be enchanted day and night at Muang Kulaypan.