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. Every room is fully
air-conditioned with Satellite TV, in- house movie channel, hot and
cold shower, IDD telephone, safety deposit box and mini bar.
Bathrooms are equipped with the highest quality fixtures
and designer beds reflect a blending of Asian culture with contemporary
design. Every room has a unique decoration with its own details ( Scripture,
Picture, Bed style).
:: Superior roomsA/C ::
Face
the 100m. beach frontage, they all have an ocean view and private balcony
to the back of the room. The Standard rooms are the only rooms without
an ocean view but also enjoy a private balcony.
:: Deluxe rooms ::
have their private balcony overlooking the garden and partial ocean
view. The room design has a individual unique interior decoration. Size:
32 sq. meters. Our Deluxe connecting rooms are located on the ground
floor with a connecting door. It is ideal for a family or a group of
friends.
:: Deluxe Inao
rooms ::
Have a superior ocean view and have
been fully refurbished and decorated by architect. Adding to their location,
they stand on their own, without any adjacent walls, thus emphasizing
the privacy of the room. Enjoying with Satellite TV, 26- inch LCD TV,
DVD player, in-house movie channal, wireless internet.
:: Deluxe Suite ::
:: Duplex Suite ::
:: Honeymoon Inao
Room ::
Have their private balcony overlooking
the garden and ocean. The Honeymoon Inao rooms have a black mosquito
net surrounding the bed and located on the first floor.
:: Honeymoon Deluxe Room ::
Have their private balcony overlooking the garden. The Honeymoon
Deluxe rooms are located on the ground floor with a connecting door
and unique interior decoration. It is ideal for a family or a group
of friends.
:: VIP Inao Room
::
is much larger than the other room types and
only a few steps from the swimming pool and beach, using its private
entrance. The room hosts many original antiques, the most noteworthy
being the original bed of King Rama IV of Thailand (the great, great
grandfather of the architect).
:: Inao Suite ::An impressive 120 sqm. Suite with dominating location features
both panoramic ocean and garden views. Praseban-Akong offers ample privacy
with remarkable attention to space and detail. A significant combination
of materials. modern design elements with Asian artifacts is evident
throughout producing a unique and inspiring atmosphere.
:: In House Services ::
State below are
some of our in-house services as well as other services recommended
by the hotel.
Babysitting
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.
Credit Cards
Doctor
Electricity
Laundry Service
Local Transportation
Mail/Telephone Fax/E-mail
Money exchange
Reading room
Tour Services
:: Facilities
::
Budsaba Restaurant : 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
Panyee pool bar : 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.
Swimming pool : 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.
Gift Shop
: Opening hours: from 10.00 a.m. till 7.00 pm. Guests will
find our Gift Shop on the ground floor of the Hotel, displaying a wide
selection of silk and cotton clothes. In our aim to help Thailand to
develop its local arts & crafts, our shop also presents articles made
in northern Thailand in support of the Royal programs of education and
development
Gym : Open Air Mini gym. A quiet
location with a selection of fitness equipment available daily for our
guests to enjoy.
Library
Kulaypan - The city of Inao
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.
by M.L. Archava Varavana
(July 19th, 1996) Membre Correspondant de l Academie
Europeenne des Sciences, des Arts et des Lettres Salon des Artistes
Francais Gold Medal winner 1986
