2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews of Dolphin Bay Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
Dolphin Bay Beach Resort
227 Moo4, Sam Roi Yot, Prachuap Khiri Khan

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 167 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot rate this resorts staff highly enough. Amazing does not cover it .This is a great and safe place for a family vacation. It can be a little noisey around the pool for us mature folk, but then just go sit on the beach as the staff will bring drinks over. 🍹👍
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was very accomodating as we booked in a day early They changed my one day stay room to the next booking so we did not have to change room .Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Cheryl

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was simple and outdated. We stayed in Room 32. The water pressure in the room was weak and the complimentary slippers ripped after just one day. Only one restaurant on site and the dining area is completely outdoors. We had to be careful of insects and birds getting near our food. However, the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Reservation Teams on 12 Feb 2024
Dear our valued customers Thank you very much for your message and choosing to stay with us, we are delighted to receive your message is very valuable to us, we will improve and will do our best and apologize for anything inconvenient, we hope to warmly welcome to our resort on next vacation.

8/10 Good

Didier, Kirkland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Likely not the best option in the area - The pool maybe a plus ...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Marko

No restaurants, shops,bar nor people around
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Otto

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place in southern Thailand!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Otto

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place in the south of Thailand, hands down!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in the quiet Sam Roy Yot
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear AlexanderThank you for your positive review of our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great resort for families as there are lots of activities for kids: playground, pool, slides, large green space and the beach. Great that they have a water refill station for use so less plastic bottles needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear TanyaThank you for your positive review of our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Another amazing trip here will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear AnonymousThank you for your positive review of our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No review
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear LeeThank you for your positive review if our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

10/10 Excellent

Otto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, family-friendly. Lots of recreational options. Great pool, rooms, beach, and pretty good cafe.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear OttoThank you for your positive review if our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

10/10 Excellent

SOMCHAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Response from Annie on 3 Apr 2021
Dear Khun Somchai, Thank you for your review. We are glad to learn that you are happy to stayed with us. Look forward to welcome to again.

8/10 Good

Werner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing stay on the beach front
Overall very relaxing and quiet environment. Disappointment that the adult pool was under repair. Great room and bathroom, super clean. Disappointed that there is no in-room coffee facilities and no paper tissues. Breakfast is great and has high-quality breads. Butter and homemade jam selection. Thai hot meals are good quality too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear WernerThank you for your positive review of our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

6/10 Okay

Iain

Dolphin Bay Resort
Room was ok but it does require a makeover
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear IainThank you for your positive review if our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Lovely place, horrible beds
Wonderful place but the beds are horrible. We like everything else about this place but twice have had uncomfortable beds so will look for a new place to stay next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear JenniferThank you for your positive review if our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

6/10 Okay

Jona

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is definitely not a resort experience for us. The room is old and our bathroom smells awful, coming from the toilet and bathroom sink. Shower is terrible. Breakfast buffet lacks variety. It is more of a motel experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear JonaThank you for your feedback of our hotelRegards

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family Bus
Dolphin Bay is a magical place for families with children. The staff and guests are very child friendlu and for our family holds a special place in our hearts because it is where our Family Bus goes for reprieve. My 9 year old and I highly recommend Dolphin Bay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Response from Annie on 2 Jul 2020
Thank you for your good review and we are very happy to hear that you are enjoyed with us. Hope to a chance to welcome you next time. Best regards,

8/10 Good

thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Response from Annie on 11 Jun 2020
Dear Mr. Thomas, Thank you very much for your review. Hope to have a chance to welcome you again next time.

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet spot
We only stayed one night as we were travelling back from the south of Thailand to Bangkok but the site location was excellent. Many facilities to accommodate adults and children. Will certainly look to staying there again in the future .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear Steve Thank you for your positive review if our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

10/10 Excellent

Glen, Pennsylvania

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the relative quietness of the location and the walkability.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear GlenThank you for your positive review of our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beach views and fine wines.
Dolphin Bay was a great location for us as we wanted to explore the nearby Thai National Park. It’s on a quiet stretch of road opposite the beach, which made for great sunset drinks and fab breakfast views! It’s perhaps more suited to families but we still enjoyed sunbathing by the pool and selecting some lovely wines to go with dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear KayThank you for your positive review of our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Lovely setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear AnonymousThank you for your positive review of our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
oo in toilet when we checked in
Ok hotel, overpriced and the charge extra for everthing. We skipped the breakfast which was way over priced and went to a nice coffee shop and had a lovey bf for half the cost with beautiful cappuccinos as well! Bed was horrible memory foam top which is very hot and uncomfortable. Pool is great When we arrived to our room the toilet had poop and toilet paper in it! Flushed it and the whole room smelled like poo! Restaurant expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our second trip to Dolphin Bay, having decided within 2 minutes of arriving last year that we would definitely come back.It is a little corner of paradise, and the staff could not do enough for you.This time we managed a trip around the bay and on to Monkey island, the inclement weather prevented it last year.Would definitely recommend it as somewhere to take your foot off the pedal, unwind,relax and recharge your batteries.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
After paying 8500 THB for the 3 bedroom suite at.this hotel, which is really a mediocre and dated apartment, the management charge you 40 THB plus 4 Baht tax for.a morning cup or coffee which every hotel gives free today. Had to also pay 200 Baht per person for breakfast. Terrible.value and not worth the money. The.salt water pool was a redeeming touch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a terrific intro into Thailand, especially if you have kids. The property is comfortable, homey, safe and friendly. The food was delicious, and the menu had a big variety of Thai and Western fare. The rooms in the main building were large and bright. They lacked microwaves and kettles, but there was a microwave available in the dining area and a kettle was provided on request. There was no hairdryer in the bathroom, but I did like the shampoo and shower gel dispensers in the shower instead of those awful little bottles. The pool was very clean and well-maintained. The grounds and beach were perfect for lounging. I would like to see them have more large umbrellas available near the pool and on the beach because the Thai sun is relentless. The bungalows and villas were very nice and offered more amenities. There is plenty to do in the area to fill a week. The sunrise view on the beach is perfect. This little resort has thought of everything a family on a budget needs and delivers it quite well. I will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Response from The Team on 10 Apr 2019
Thank you very much for your feedback. So glad you enjoyed your first stay with us ! and we are looking to welcome you back.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel advertises as family friendly but in actual fact caters to adult tour groups. Loud music were heard until 9pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Kawisara S. on 12 Dec 2018
Dear Guest . Thank you very much for your value comment.. We are apologize for that event happened during your stayed. I will try our best next time to make sure its not happened again. Best Regards.

10/10 Excellent

John, Delhi, India

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dolphin Bay Resort is welcoming to children and the staff are delightful to be with.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Moo, on 12 Dec 2018
Dear John . Thank you very much we are looking forward to welcome you all back soon. Best Regards,

8/10 Good

J-F, Canada

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, cool atmosphere , not to many people and the prices were good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Moo on 29 Nov 2018
Dear JF, Thank you very much for stayed with us. We are looking forward to welcome you all again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect family vacation
Our stay at Dolphin Bay Resort was perfect for us as a family with a toddler. The resort was fantastic and the facilities were very child friendly. The staff was friendly and very helpful and the restaurant had a great selection of food for everyone. I would definitely come back with my family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from Dolphin Bay Resort on 17 Jul 2023
Dear LisaThank you for your positive review of our hotel and we look forward to seeing you again in the future Regards

8/10 Good

Peter

Hidden Gem.
Stayed in September which is the slow season.Even though the resort was not very busy the staff went out of their way to make us welcome.Location right on the beach front with amazing views. We hired bicycles on a couple of days and explored the local area. We had a very relaxing seven days. I wish we could have stayed longer. Will certainly be going back. Dolphin Bay is a hidden gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

John, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dolphin Bay Resort - a lovely place
Dolphin Bay in Thailand is simply one of the most beautiful and unspoiled seaside places I have ever seen. Basically a fishing village, it has not yet been touched by mega-developments which usually ruin all the good features of such places. It's a perfect getaway for those tired of big cities and resorts, and a great place to relax and unwind. I was there during the monsoon season, when it rained virtually every day, the humidity was sapping, and the heat intense. However, even that didn't spoil my time there, such is the loveliness of this place. The local Thai people are so friendly and welcoming, and, like most country people, relaxed and laid back. However, it's not a place for those looking for big-city amenities like shopping, markets, nightclubs, etc. - there are none. All shops, such as there are, are small, and the only pharmacy is not well stocked. There are numerous small restaurants, mainly serving Thai food and locally caught seafood. Dolphin Bay Resort hotel is built in a U shape, with the open side facing the beachfront, and kids' playgrounds and 3 swimming pools in the center. Lots of facilities, including bicycle and motor bike hire. WiFi is excellent everywhere in the hotel and grounds, although the internet is a little slow. Staff are wonderfully helpful and polite in the Thai manner. Food is excellent at the hotel's restaurant, and there is good variety of Thai and European food to choose from. Prices are quite reasonable.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for Families with Kids!!
Dolphin Bay Resort was perfect for our family! The room was very clean, the staff was friendly, the restaurant onsite had excellent food, and every thing was extremely affordable! I was amazed at what we got for the money. Our family is vegetarian so we were very happy to see many vegetarian options on the menu. The 2 pools are directly across the street from a beautiful beach. The pools were very clean and had a slide for kids. We took a boat ride and rented bikes. We will definitely be going back to Dolphin Bay Resort! Our stay was AMAZING!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great family trip

6/10 Okay

Sean

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was very underwhelming. I had asked hotels.com to change the dates of my reservation and they never sent the email to the hotel, so I was charged for one day in which I did not stay. I would never stay here again. The only good thing I can say is the restaurant was good (which was huge since it is one of the only ones around). The area is very remote with very little around.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great place. Will go back.
Great breakfast. Clean bedding. Sewer smell in bathroom not pleasant. Very relaxed atmosphere.
Response from Yo on 22 Feb 2018
Thank you for your feed back! Hope you had a great time.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Fair
Great location. Good for families with young children. Food very good. Beds hard, uncomfortable. Rooms very basic, could use an upgrade. Not private.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Response from Yo on 23 Jan 2018
Thank you for your comment. I will inform manager about the room. Thank you

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Response from Yo on 9 Jan 2018
Thank you for your feed back.!

8/10 Good

Lec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Reasonable Hotel
The hotel is reasonably equiped and staff were helpful; with good location for exploring the Pranburi/Som Roi Yot areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Thank you very much for your feedback. We wish you enjoy stay at Dolphin Bay Resort. Hope to see you next time. Thank you

8/10 Good

SCF, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small Thai Resort on the beach
We chose to vacation here because my wife and son went here before with a group of friends and they really enjoyed it. First, just so you know if you are considered this resort, it is almost four hours south of Bangkok. It is almost one hour south of Hua Hin and is across a small street from the beach. The resort does not provide a free shuttle but will arrange for a vehicle where you pay the driver directly. We had three and bags in a large van and cost us 3500 baht one way. If you are not used to Thai driving, don't drive. Budget for and take the ride. They know the way. Second, you are a captive audience. There are a few restaurants along the street and some on some of the side streets. They often serve the same thing. Prices are a little more at the restaurants associated with the different hotels, housing areas and resorts. You eat at Dolphin Bay for the convenience. They have limited western fare but I didn't come here for the food. If you get a major food craving then head to Hua Hin where they have lots of western brands and shopping. This is a place that really caters to the family. This would not be my choice for a romantic getaway. We got a suite with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large living room and a small kitchen. Each bedroom and the living room had AC that worked. Some other guests said theirs didn't. We had a clean room and a comfortable bed. The cleaning staff were thorough and honest. We will stay here again
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2017
Response from Yo on 22 Nov 2017
Dear guest, Thank you for your comment. Hope to see you next time :) Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great resort!
Dolphin Bay Resort could easily be a 5 star resort. We went in May so the resort was quieter than in the busy season, but we were met by very friendly staff and even upgraded on arrival for our room. We chose to eat and drink at the restaurant for all meals, originally only planning to stay for 3 nights and extended it to 4 because the place was so good. Sam Roi Yot is a quiet beachfront town, great for families or anyone looking to spend a quiet few days lounging by the pool reading a book, or for sipping on cold beers without being interrupted by mass tourists.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Michael, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family friendly hotel with great service
This is a great spot for families with young kids. Older teenagers might get a little bored but from toddlers to tweens this is perfect. Great pool, right on the beach, wonderful grassy play area with lots of toys, excellent food at a great price and unflappable staff. They will rent cars for you, set up tours and excursions, and everything else a high end resort will do. But there are no crowds and everything is super relaxed. Highly recommended

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable, family oriented.
Clean, comfortable, family oriented hotel across the road from beach. Except for weekend, the hotel was not crowded. Good breakfast. Small restaurants nearby. In November, this hotel appeared to have all the customers so I recommend it over others during off season. Beach was clean. Water is shallow for long distance out. Fairly attractive beach but nothing to write home about.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good 3 star hotel. Reasonable.
Would stay there again. Food is good and reasonable. Good breakfast

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel in quiet area
Excellent service, food and massages! This hotel has everything. I didn't need to leave for anything. They will even schedule tours for you! Loved everything about my stay. I'll be returning!

8/10 Good

Thorkild, Denmark

Great for a family beach holiday!
The hotel and beach is great for families with children and not to crowed. Some places there are alot of garbage on the beach.