Eco lodging in cocoon pods. Serves vegetarian and vegan food. No leather or animal based materials used on the premises. Visit webpage for booking & details.
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53/12 Moo 7, An Pao, Koh Yao Noi, Thailand, 82160
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Last update on 14 Jan 2020 by Shelariva
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Added by Shelariva on 04 Dec 2019
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4 Reviews
First Review by Shelariva
MikeFeinstein
Points +1834
Many incredible vegan options, but frustrating that some are not - Edit
A mix of things to say. First, I was there in early April, after the high season. Went there for dinner, arrived at 7pm and they said we had to be there by 6pm, because they close early once their resort guests are done eating, because they don't expect much walk in business, as they are near the end of the road in the NW part of the island with only a small amount of lodging nearby.
Read moreWent back the next day for lunch and found the menu full of a great range of vegan options. Had the Khao Yam salad, with the tamarind dressing and the curried coconut topping just incredible. And it was really nice during a warm Thai day, to have a light refreshing salad option, instead of just standard noodles or rice which often are too heavy at that time of the day. Also the Lime Tea was really good.
Went back the next day for breakfast and was super disappointed to find the pancakes were not vegan. Super disappointed. Had a fruit bowl with granola instead, which was OK, but not satisfying when hoping for vegan pancakes.
As someone else wrote in a review here earlier, this place used to be 100% vegan, now a lot of animal-based options on the menu, which primarily detract in the case of the pancakes, when they simply don't offer it as a vegan option, whereas with other meals, you can choose tofu and it is fine.
Updated from previous review on 2025-04-12
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BrookeB
Points +264
Nice meal - Edit
Beautiful water view and some of the best homemade spring rolls I’ve had in my life.
Read moreLots of plant-based options, but not fully plant-based anymore (see photos for explanation).
Updated from previous review on 2024-03-19
Pros: Nice water view , Good food , Lots of plant-based options
Cons: Little pricey
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ccasj
Points +20
Kind of a weird place - Edit
The other review is from the owner and isn't very accurate. The place is a bit run down and strange atmosphere, but a decent stay on a budget. They have so few guests that you have to let them know your dinner time so they can plan to have a cook there. The "restaurant" is also the reception area with just 2 tables. They advertise as plant based but many of the options have eggs and they are sometimes confused about not wanting eggs.
Read moreFor breakfast, there is only 1 vegan option (a green curry) other than the smoothie bowl, but it was incredibly good. Their dinner options were pretty hit or miss, mostly just inconsistent quality but sometimes really good.
They advertise as some kind of creative hippie compound (but also annoyingly push crypto), but at least when we were there it was mostly abandoned and nothing to do other than hang at the pool.
It's a fine stay if you simply treat it like a pretty basic resort and don't have other expectations.
They also don't take credit card and charge 5% for PayPal.
Pros: Fairly extensive lunch/dinner menu
Cons: Expensive, Lots of dishes have eggs, Inconsistent food
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Shelariva
Points +34
A paradise for creative inspiration - Edit
Jaiyen Resort offers nearly everything: from the unique architecture of bamboo domes and open-air lobby, to stunning hillside views, beach, jungle, food garden, a steam room, sauna, yin-yang hot and cold spa, creative tools, cute kittens, Muay Thai equipment, volleyball net, musical instruments, great books, drawing desks, games and relationship prompts, egg chairs, bean bags, an infinity pool, an outdoor gym, a plant-based kitchen, free filtered water, free WiFi, and some rooms even have netflix connected Smart TVs. Kayak rentals are nearby and the area in front of the resort is perfect for an afternoon of kayaking around the bay.
Read moreThe hosts are genuine and open-minded and always willing to go above and beyond to put a smile on customers' faces. Come with an open mind rather than expectations, and you will get the most out of a fantastic place.
Pros: Eco-friendly, beautiful and unique accommodation, Amazing vegetarian food and all have vegan options
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