Escape to Paradise: Deehouse Bangsaen Chonburi Awaits!
Escape to Paradise: Deehouse Bangsaen Chonburi Awaits! – My Honest (and Slightly Chaotic) Review!
Okay, folks, buckle up. I just got back from a whirlwind trip to Bangsaen, Thailand, and the Deehouse – "Escape to Paradise" as they charmingly call it – is still swirling in my head. I'm gonna be honest, this place is a mixed bag. But hey, life's a mixed bag, right? Let's dive in, shall we? Prepare for a review that's as breezy as a Bangsaen beach day, and as prone to tangents as… well, me after a few poolside cocktails.
Accessibility: (Or, The Great Elevator Adventure!)
Right off the bat, let's talk accessibility. I'm not in a wheelchair, but I did spend a significant amount of time trying to figure out how the elevator worked. (Turns out, you just press the button. Go figure!) They do have facilities for guests with disabilities, which is awesome - facilities for disabled guests. This is important and I'm glad they made it available; I spotted a few ramps around the place, and the staff seemed genuinely helpful. This is not always the case!
On-site Grub & Grog – (And My Quest for the Perfect Pad Thai)
The hotel has restaurants – plural! Praise be! And honestly, the dining experience was a rollercoaster. Let's start with the positives: there's a coffee shop. Crucial for me, a coffee-guzzling maniac. Restaurants galore!. I'm a sucker for Asian cuisine in a restaurant. They even have a vegetarian restaurant! (Though I'm a carnivore, I appreciate the inclusivity.) They have bars - a poolside bar, and a happy hour. I drank a lot of Mai Tais, and one of the bartenders, bless his heart, kept trying to teach me Thai. My vocabulary remains, sadly, limited to "Sawasdee" and "more rum, please."
The breakfast buffet (Asian and Western options – gotta love that!) was… well, a buffet. Sometimes glorious, sometimes slightly underwhelming. I’m not going to lie, the buffet in the restaurant sometimes felt a little… chaotic. But hey, it's a buffet, right? There was a coffee/tea in the restaurant and I was in heaven. I'd suggest you ask for a table at the outside seating, and ask to order A la carte in restaurant
The international cuisine in the restaurant was pretty impressive, but the desserts truly stole the show. Those little coconut sticky rice things? I ate approximately 17. No regrets. There was room service (24-hour), but I had to admit the food was not great! room service had a soup to offer, however the soup was as bad as the room service!
Now, my personal mission? To find the perfect Pad Thai. I ate it everywhere. Outside the hotel. Inside the hotel. I’m still searching. The hotel's Pad Thai was… passable. It was certainly there! This is a solid snack bar.
Relaxation Nirvana (Or, Did I Actually Relax?)
Okay, this is where Deehouse really shines. They've got the works. A pool with a view? Check. A swimming pool? Check. An outdoor swimming pool? Double-check! My favorite spot was definitely the pool – just gorgeous. And the water? Perfect temperature. The fitness center and gym, however? I’m not sure what they were like, as I only visited the pool…
The spa/sauna was heaven. I had a massage that almost made me forget my own name. A body scrub? Yes, please! A body wrap? Absolutely! The steamroom… oh, the steamroom. I may or may not have fallen asleep in there. (Don't tell anyone.)
Cleanliness and Safety: (Because, You Know, The World)
This is a biggie. Let's be frank: I'm a bit of a germaphobe. But I was very impressed. They are trying. A doctor/nurse on call? Check. First aid kit? Check. Hand sanitizer everywhere? Triple-check! They go above and beyond with this, and it made me feel safe. The staff is trained in safety protocols. This is the most important.
Rooms: (My Cozy little Palace… Mostly)
My room? Pretty darn good. They offer a lot of things
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bathtub
- Bathrobes
- Blackout curtains
- Coffee/tea maker
- Extra long bed
- Free bottled water
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe box
- Ironing facilities
- Laptop workspace
- Linens
- Mini bar
- Non-smoking
- Private bathroom
- Refrigerator
- Satellite/cable channels
- Seating area
- Separate shower/bathtub
- Shower
- Slippers
- Smoke detector
- Sofa
- Soundproofing
- Telephone
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Wake-up service
- Wi-Fi [free]
- Window that opens.
It had everything. Rooms sanitized between stays. They have non-smoking rooms. The Additional toilet was really helpful.
The internet access – well, it worked. Wi-Fi [free] is always appreciated! However, the Internet access – LAN wasn't really used.
Things to Do: (Beyond Beach Bumming)
If you get tired of swimming and sunbathing (which I highly doubt), there's plenty to do. They offer
- Babysitting service
- Car park [free of charge]
- Car park [on-site]
- Front desk [24-hour]
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit boxes
- Taxi service
Services and Conveniences: (The Little Things That Matter)
Deehouse is well-equipped for services.
- Air conditioning in public area
- Airport transfer
- Cash withdrawal
- Concierge
- Daily housekeeping
- Elevator
- Family/child friendly
- Food delivery
- Laundry service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room decorations
The Verdict: Is Deehouse Paradise?
Look, it's not perfect. But it's close. What makes Deehouse special is the staff. They really DO try. They are warm and helpful, and they genuinely care about their guests. It's a great place to unwind, stuff your face with delicious food, and generally escape the everyday grind.
My Recommendation: If you are looking for a hotel in Bangsaen, I say, book it!
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Alright, strap in, buttercups, because this isn't your sterile, AI-generated itinerary. This is Deehouse Bangsaen: The Diary of a Slightly Flustered Tourist. I'm talking real sweat, real sunburn, and real Pad Thai fueled existential crises. Buckle up, it's gonna be a bumpy ride.
Day 1: Bangkok Blues to Bangsaen Bliss (and the Initial Panic)
- 7:00 AM: The Good Morning of Lies. "Wake up early, catch the train, be efficient," the travel blogs chirped. Lies, all lies! My alarm sounds like a dentist drill, not the cheerful dawn chorus they promised. I stumble out of my Bangkok hotel, looking like a dehydrated sloth. My backpack? Weighs a thousand pounds. I'm already regretting this.
- 8:30 AM: Chatuchak Weekend Market – Survival of the Fittest. (Note to self: never go to Chatuchak on a weekend. Never. Seriously. I get lost, I sweat, I haggle pathetically for a Singha t-shirt that probably cost 50 baht. Ends up paying 100. Defeated.)
- 11:00 AM: The Train to Chonburi – A Symphony of Squeaks and Snoring. Finally, freedom! (Or, the train, at least.) I was hoping for a romantic, window seat observation session. What I got was a sticky seat (I swear it was sticky with mystery substances), and the symphony of rusty train wheels and a chorus of snoring. Still, the scenery outside the train window – rice paddies, temples blazing gold under the sun – was genuinely beautiful. Moment of Zen, kinda.
- 2:00 PM: Arriving in Bangsaen – "Oh, This is Nice!" Okay, here we are. Bangsaen. Less chaotic than Bangkok (thank god). Check into Deehouse. Cute little place, looks like a beach house. I feel a sliver of hope begin to bloom in my wilting soul.
- 3:00 PM: Beach Bumming and the Sunburn Apocalypse. Beach time! I grab my sunscreen (or so I thought…) and run to the shore! Sand…water…sun! I spent like, two hours. Then I forgot to reapply the sunscreen (which was actually a moisturizer, not suncream!!!) and I'm now a lobster. The next few days are going to be interesting.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner Disaster at a Beachside Restaurant. The search for authentic Thai food begins (and instantly goes wrong). I'm staring at my plate of Pad Thai. It's…okay. A stray, overly-spicy chili is somehow lodged in my teeth. My attempts to discreetly dislodge it end in a comical display of tongue contortions. The waitress (a local girl named Pim who clearly has seen it all) just smiles and offers me more water. Bless her.
- 8:00 PM: An Early Night (and the haunting realization that I forgot my book…). Sunburnt, stuffed with noodles, and defeated by the chili. I crawl into bed and immediately pass out. Where's the book? Oh, right. It's in my hotel room back in Bangkok. Note to self, book shop tomorrow morning.
Day 2: The Deep Dive (Into Shrimp and Regret)
- 8:00 AM: The Breakfast of Champions – Toast and Contemplation. The included breakfast at Deehouse is simple but effective: toast, eggs. I sip my coffee and stare at the ocean. Today, I will conquer the shrimp. I can do this.
- 9:30 AM: The Walking Tour That Wasn't. ("Where's the Shrimp?"). I, with the best of intentions, attempt a walking tour of the area. However, the streets are a bit confusing. I get sidetracked by a gaggle of stray dogs and end up following them down a narrow alley. I feel like I'm in some kind of cheesy adventure movie. Eventually, I give up on finding the famous pier and head straight to the beach AGAIN!
- 11:00 AM: Beach Time – Redux. (And A Moment of True Joy). Despite the searing pain, I grab a seat under a palm tree, and watch the ocean… It is beautiful. I'm gonna love Thailand! For a minute, I feel genuinely happy. Then I get hungry.
- 1:00 PM: Shrimp Showdown! (And My New Best Friend, Pim Again). Back to the beachside restaurants. This time, I'm getting shrimp. "Pim!" I exclaim (she's already my favorite), "Best shrimp dish?" She grins. "Tom Yum Gung!" (Shrimp Tom Yum Soup). Now THIS is what I'm talking about. The soup is a fiery explosion of flavor – lemongrass, chilies, and the most delicious, plump shrimp I've ever tasted. The best moment of the whole trip, probably!
- 3:00 PM: The Search for a Book. I need a book to entertain me. The small shops next to the hotel can't help. Eventually, I find a tiny, dusty, one-room bookstore, run by an elderly woman who looks like she hasn't seen another human being in weeks. I grab a classic "The Hobbit" in Thai and find a seat in the corner. The book makes it all better.
- 6:00 PM: Sunset Stroll (and the Ghost of My Sunburn). The only problem of the day had to be the pain from the sunburn. I walked on the beach, it was beautiful! I love it here.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner and… More Shrimp! I'm on a roll, and I want more shrimp! I manage the order without losing the shrimp.
- 9:00 PM: Bedtime, Book, and a Gentle Breeze. The breeze finally touches my skin. I have read some pages of Tolkien, and I'm ready for a beautiful day.
Day 3: Farewell Bangsaen (and a Promise to Return!)
- 8:00 AM: Final Breakfast – a bittersweet moment. Toast, eggs. And a strong coffee to prepare me for the trip. I will keep in mind the shrimp Tom Yum Gung of my life.
- 9:00 AM: Last Beach Walk – a farewell. This time, I'm feeling less flustered and more appreciative. I watch the morning light dance on the waves, listening to the sounds of the beach. I'm gonna miss this.
- 10:00 AM: Check-Out – (and Hugs for Pim!). The time to say goodbye has come. Pim gives me a massive hug, promising to see me again.
- 11:00 AM: Taxi to The Future!! The taxi. What adventure awaits?
- 1:00 PM: Conclusion. Bangsaen, you've been rough, you've been beautiful. I love you, you beautiful mess. I'll be back. And next time, I'm bringing more sunscreen.
1. So, what's the *actual* vibe at Deehouse Bangsaen? Is it Instagram-perfect, or… something else?
Okay, real talk: Forget those perfectly filtered Insta pics. Deehouse is… well, it's real. Think a slightly faded, delightfully retro beach house that hasn't been afraid to live a little. There's charm, absolutely. But there's also the occasional (and I mean *occasional*) slightly chipped tile and a light switch that sometimes requires a firm push. Honestly? I found it endearing! It felt… lived in. Not sterile and soulless like some places. One time, I swear I saw a tiny gecko doing push-ups on the balcony railing. That's real paradise, right there! (And also, totally normal for the area…)
2. The beach… is it really as close as they say? 'Cause I've been burned before… both literally and figuratively.
YES! Seriously, yes! It's basically a stone's throw. I mean, not *literally* a stone's throw, unless you have an arm like a javelin thrower. But you could practically roll out of bed, stumble onto the sand, and start building a sandcastle before you even fully wake up. I actually *did* stumble on the sand once (thanks, celebratory Singha beer!). The beach itself is decent; sandy, warm water... perfect for a sunset stroll (or an impromptu nap). Just watch out for those sneaky little sand fleas. Seriously, those things *itch*!
3. What's the deal with the food? Is it all Pad Thai and… well, Pad Thai?
Look, Bangsaen is all about the local eats. You WILL get Pad Thai (and you should, it's glorious!), but there's a whole world of deliciousness to explore. Deehouse doesn't have a restaurant, but that's a GOOD thing! It forces you to venture out. There are countless little stalls and restaurants nearby offering everything from spicy seafood to the tastiest mango sticky rice you'll ever devour. My personal highlight? This tiny place down the street that served the most incredible green curry. Be warned, though: level of spice is… let's just say, authentic. I nearly blew my head off the first time! But, SO worth it. Just… ask for "nit noi" (a little bit) when you order. Trust me.
4. Is it a good place for families? Or am I going to be dodging screaming kids all day? (Asking for a friend… obviously).
Hmm… mixed bag. Deehouse itself is pretty chill. It attracts a mix of people, so you're unlikely to be bombarded with non-stop screaming. HOWEVER, Bangsaen Beach in general… well, it IS a popular spot for families. So, yes, you might encounter some happy (and sometimes noisy) children. If you're a parent, wonderful! If you're not, maybe pack some noise-canceling headphones. Or, you know, just embrace the chaos. It's part of the experience! I'm not a huge kid person myself, but I found that the atmosphere of the place made me feel accepting.
5. What about the rooms? Are they clean? Comfy? Or should I pack my own hazmat suit and sleeping bag?
Okay, breathe. No hazmat suit required. The rooms are clean, yes! Comfortable? Depends on your definition of "comfortable." They're not luxurious, but they're perfectly functional. Think basic, but with character. The aircon worked (praise be!), the beds were decent… no complaints on that front. The bathroom… well, it got the job done. Let's just say, if you're expecting a five-star spa experience, you're in the wrong place. But if you're looking for a clean, functional space to crash after a day of beach-bumming and curry-eating, you'll be absolutely fine. I spent more time on the beach, anyway. And a LOT of time eating, of course.
6. Was there anything that *really* annoyed you? Be honest!
Hmm… okay, yes. The wifi. It was… let's just say, inconsistent. Sometimes it was lightning-fast! Other times… well, it decided to take a nap. Good for a digital detox, I suppose? Also, one morning, a rooster decided to have a screaming match with the sun. At, like, 5 AM. But, you know, those are the imperfections that make travel memorable (and you can always grab a decent book, or just buy a pair of earplugs). And, I'm not going to lie, the inconsistent wifi was sometimes a *blessing*. No constant notifications, no work emails… pure bliss.
7. Okay, I'm convinced. Tell me about *your* favorite moment.
Right. Okay. So, it was the second night. I’d spent the day… well, mostly attempting to improve my tan. (It’s a work in progress). The sun was sinking, painting the sky in these crazy shades of orange and pink. And I grabbed a lukewarm Chang beer (the little fridge in my room wasn't exactly arctic), wandered down to the beach, and just… sat. There were a few other people around, but not a lot. Just the sound of the waves, the smell of the sea, and the gentle warmth on my skin, I was feeling, well… content. And then, this little kid, maybe five years old, came running up to me. He didn't say anything, just handed me a seashell. The cutest, tiniest seashell you've ever seen. Gave me a shy smile, and then ran off. That moment? That's Deehouse, and Bangsaen, in a nutshell. Simple, imperfect, and utterly, utterly beautiful. (Slightly emotional! Sorry!) And now, I have that seashell on my desk.
8. Is it worth the trip? The *real*, honest answer.
Absolutely. If you're looking for a polished, predictable, five-star experience, then probably not. Go to Phuket. But if you're after a genuine, unpretentious getaway… if you want to experience a different side of Thailand, with a bit of grit and heaps of charm and the odd rogue gecko, go to Deehouse, go to Bangsaen. It'Best Hotels Blog
