Mayalay Resort-Green Hotel

Mayalay Resort: Discover the Magic of the Sea on Koh Ngai ​Searching for a sanctuary to escape the world’s noise? Mayalay Resort offers the ultimate "Safe Zone" on the pristine shores of Koh Ngai. This boutique gem perfectly captures a Home Away From Home atmosphere with a "Simple but Chic" aesthetic. ​The Mayalay Experience • ​Pristine Private Beachfront: Step directly onto powdery white sands and Gaze at crystal-clear turquoise waters. This exclusive stretch of beach is a haven for those seeking peace, whether you're relaxing under the palms or taking a quiet stroll. • ​The Island’s Signature Wood-Fired Pizza A culinary highlight you can't miss! As the only wood-fired pizza on Koh Ngai, the signature soft crust and smoky aroma are truly special. For a romantic evening, enjoy a beachfront BBQ with fresh seafood served right by the waves. • ​Eco-Friendly "Green DNA":Deeply committed to sustainability, this Green Resort features charming Boutique Cottages. The design blends authentic island vibes with modern comfort, creating a beautifully aesthetic and environmentally conscious stay. • ​Warmth of Family Service: The Mayalay Team treats every guest like a member of the family. Whether you are looking for kayaking adventures, island-hopping trips, or local travel tips, the hospitality here is genuine and heartfelt. ​Journey to Paradise ​The resort is conveniently located just a 40-minute boat ride from Pak Meng Pier. The team is happy to assist with all travel arrangements to ensure a seamless arrival ​Come and discover why Mayalay is known as the "Magic of the Sea." A stay here isn't just a vacation; it’s a journey into a tranquil, sustainable paradise.

The restaurant is a joke! Came in alone for early dinner. Had to work hard to even get menus, then after ordering one pizza for one person, it took forever to receive it. I asked many times if maybe they forgot but apparently they didn’t. When they pizza finally came it was cold and not tasty at all. When you pass this place on the beach and get tempted to try the “wood oven pizza”, then keep walking….

The best resort . with brilliant staff and excellent location. I loved everything breakfast, spa with best massaje, location, bungalows!!!!!

The location is spectacular , the staff are nice the whole place needs redecorating & repairing in places but in a way that is part of its charm.I would recommend making the trek (approx 40 mins to Paradise beach, just ask which way at the end resort on the right as you face the sea) it is beautiful with a super restaurent on the beach.Also there are 3 excellent restaurants up the beach to the left. The internet for the rear cabins should be up graded & there should be muesli on the breakfast menue,. Look this is not a 5 star gaff but it is a beautiful resort.

Omg where to begin. We LOVE this place! My husband and I are four months into 18 months of travel, and finding Mayalay Resort and Koh Ngai has been one of the absolute highlights. We came here for four nights at the start of our time in Thailand and loved it so much that we returned for 8 more a few weeks later. And we could easily have stayed a month but 8 nights was all that was available with the high season kicking off in November. This island is as close as you can get today to 80s and 90s Thailand, the beach is beautiful, the water blue and clear. There are no hotels or large resorts, no motor vehicles or 7-Elevens. It is heaven with such a relaxed chill vibe. Ngai doesn’t have a permanent population so as a result is much cleaner than any other island we have visited so far. The staff at Mayalay are amazing (special call out to Oscar & Yan who looked after us so well and are worth their weight in gold and the Manager AJ), the food is fabulous and the huts are super comfortable with all that you could possibly need. Be sure to book in for a massage too. The stretch of beach Mayalay is situated on is also definitely the best on the island (the northern end is quite impacted by the tides). It has a few neighbouring bars just to the north that are worth a visit too. We will miss our Sangsoms at sunset. We are already talking about returning the same time next year and will definitely be staying at Mayalay again if we do. 6 stars from us guys! Thank you so much for having us.

I love this hotel because of its location and friendly staff. I have been here twice, I just love the island and vibes. I prefer the hotel, because it has a best location in the island in my opinion. There are still some things that need to get improved, fx bungalows are bit tired, but still cosy enough. The staff is also very nice and helpful. I feel very safe and relaxed here.

I did not stay here but had their all-you-can-eat breakfasts many times. Wonderful variety of breads, cereals, eggs done in at least 3 different ways, hash browns, fried rice, seasonal fruits and the most amazing cappuccino and Latte. A great way to start the day which will keep you going all day until supper. And of course, it goes without saying, the friendliest, most accommodating staff one can find anywhere. Highly recommend Mayalay for its ambience, it's welcoming and friendly service and their amazing breakfasts.

This is our favorite place to go to when we’re in Thailand. The island is very quite and calm and very beautiful. The resort is nice, has bungalows on the beach. The restaurant and reception is really cozy and they serve very good food. They have sunchairs at the beach and you get beachtowels. The staff is very nice and helpful. We will definitely go back here again. The only things that needs improvement is the wi-fi and the bungalows needs some renovation.