The facility’s bright-brown door shines right beside the terrace of the main restaurant; as though it is part of the outlet. It’s probably the worst of all facility-show-off I’ve seen in a hotel. Makes you wonder who would expose their body to the heat in the wooden cubicle while, just a meter away, diners would work on a piece of sizzling meat. Let’s hope that there is a creative F&B Manager who can come up with a hot dining promotion.
I do hope that the hotel will take the chance to upgrade some of the general public facilities – the lobby, reception, restrooms and the restaurants.

Patong cottage When I heard the name the first time I thought that Patong Cottage invokes a lovely, romantic seaside setting – thatched roofed cottages amidst gently swaying palm trees, baked in sunshine and garnished with a breeze and sounds from the sea. Little did I know that I would soon hope for the help of Sherpa Tensing with my ascent to the mountains in Patong’s backyard. The 45 room property is located on the Nanai Road side of Patong Beach, high up on the hill, overlooking town and sea.
Most rooms are of Deluxe type and located in 2-3 story buildings. The property has – true to its name - indeed some cottages, 17 all in all. Apart from decoration and color scheme, these only differ from the 28 Deluxe Rooms in that they have shower only (whereas Deluxe Rooms have bathtub/shower). Cottage rooms are actually quite nice while Deluxe Rooms look a bit pale.

All rooms are air-conditioned, feature tiled floor, IDD phone, cable television with a host of channels in numerous languages, mini-bar, tea and coffee maker, hair dryer, balcony/terrace, safety box and an umbrella. Workers were busily applying the final touch up to rooms and exterior in order to be ready for the high season.
Whereas some rooms my have views obstructed by trees, most guests get stunning views of Patong and the sea.
Moving within the hotel does not require mountaineering skills, but it helps if you are fit to walk stairs. All public places, including the restaurant and swimming pools, are only accessible via staircase.
I have always thought of the Nanai area – as far away as it is from busy Patong Beach - as a place most suitable for people in hiding. Patong Cottage, however, taught me that it is very well possible to use the hill as a relaxing, more quiet and less commercial retreat and yet having the chance to indulge in dining and entertainment found along Nanai Road or in downtown Patong. Most of the property’s guests are honeymooners and younger to middle aged couples – indeed your garden variety clientele.
The hotel offers free shuttle bus services to Patong Beach (Ocean Plaza near
Patong Merlin) starting 10.00 with trips every 2 hours until 21.00.
There is one restaurant (Cottage View Restaurant) offering nice views of Patong.
The hotel has a swimming pool with a bar.