Escape From Budapest To Away Resort & Villas In Koh Kood: Vacation In Paradise

  • 24 Jul 2017 10:00 AM
Escape From Budapest To Away Resort & Villas In Koh Kood: Vacation In Paradise
Away Resorts appeal to people who realise they need to get off the 'speedway of life' from time to time and take a high quality break. Over worked and over stressed Away guests understand the need to “Get Away” from their normal routine and enjoy a vacation in a location that is truly 'paradise found'.

This type of seasoned travellers don’t need 24 hour room service, and they don’t need marble clad, gold plated bathrooms to achieve thier holiday goals. What they need is a environment perfectly conducive to slowing down the pace of their life, so they can wind-down, refocus on their well-being and find natural balance.


Away Koh Kood is the epitome of a natural island hideaway. The resort features spacious bungalow villas, with private terraces and sea views from every room. The resort has the largest activity center on the island, so guests can enjoy not only the beauty and peacefulness of the resort, but also everything else the island has to offer.


Catering to guests that appreciate the opportunity to truly slow down and enjoy their island paradise holiday, Away Koh Kood provides a combination of peaceful surroundings and the chance of adventures to a waterfall and a fishing village, to name just two recommended excursions which can easily be arranged by the resort.

In case you didn't know, Koh Kood is referred to as the Maldives of Thailand, as it is an untouched island with a reputation for peace and tranquility. Guests here can enjoy Koh Kood’s abundance of unspoiled nature while they savor the islands warm tropical hospitality.


Koh Kood is the fourth largest island in Thailand, but also one of the least developed. The tropical rainforests, breathtaking waterfalls and traditional village life combine with emerald waters and white sandy beaches to take guests back to the remote and untouched Thailand of time passed.

The island boasts a rich Thai heritage and a local population of less than 5,000, known for their graciousness and relaxed attitude toward life. The resort perfectly reflects island life, from the lobby and the restaurant to the luxury bungalows, it's a unique kind of tropical experience suited to discerning travellers.


In a relaxed and casual style the staff here strive to be ambassadors of this island experience, and combine it with attentive and friendly service. They hope to awaken your senses from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, and of course in the restaurant which is enhanced by an amazing view that pleases the eyes whilst you enjoy fresh and delicious dishes. All this is Away Koh Kood, here's a look at the perfect room choice a deluxe oceanfront bungalow.


This is Away Koh Kood’s luxury beach front accommodation, offering breathtaking ocean views from the extensive private terrace only meters away from the waters edge. There are 10 Deluxe Oceanfront Bungalows in total, each accommodating up to 4 adults and 1 child per unit. At 62 sq meters, this spacious oceanfront bungalow offers a large master bedroom with extensive private terrace, overlooking the tropical ocean.

The Deluxe Oceanfront Bunglaows have a number of bedding arrangements, which have maximum occupancy of 4 adults. Away Koh Kood appeals to people looking to “Get Away” without forging some of life’s luxuries, with this in mind the Deluxe Oceanfront Bungalow retains many luxurious elements including a spacious private bathroom with heavenly rain shower, colour TV with international satellite TV and individually controlled air-conditioning.


The Resort’s signature restaurant, “Escape”, is located to provide the most beautiful views on Koh Kood island. A favorite dining place for both guests and visitors, it has a selection of international dishes as well as Asian fusion and seafood specialties. This is where breakfast is served as well, so guests can enjoy the view with every meal.


Nestled among the greenery and flora of tropical gardens over looking the sea, the Spa offers a wide range of exotic treatments and spa experience both ancient and modern in style. Pamper your body and soul at the spacious treatment pavilion and enjoy carefully selected, natural extracted products which suits all skin types with our experience therapists.


Taking out the Kayak is an unforgettable experience on Koh Kood island and should not be missed – from the quaint Mangrove Forests to wild shore surfing, you can have it all. Be sure to ask the resort staff about the kayak trip to Klong Chao Waterfall, we did it and suggest it's a 'must do' trip.


Koh Kood island diving comes alongside the backdrop of powdery white sands, crystal clear waters and enchanting reefs. Immerse yourself in this underwater realm, this paradise of pure sensation. Koh Kood’s PADI Dive Centers will provide you with everything you need, thanks to a highly experienced team of qualified instructors, with hundreds of certifications and thousands of dives.


Largely unexplored, much of Koh Kood island has never been seen by tourists before. The entire island has a relatively untouched Eco-System above and below the water. That fact by itself is a reason to visit, but is it Koh Kood or Ko Kut?

You may in find it slightly confusing, but in fact it is one and the same place. Some chose to spell it Ko Kut and others Koh Kood. So when you are looking for maps, directions, timetables etc, be aware that the place you are actually looking for is Away Koh Kood Resort!

To close, here's a quick Q&A with the friendly resort manager Johnnie Pum-Usa (actually - Sakwasan Pum-Usa).

How long have you worked here at AWAY, and before where did you gain your professional experience?
I joined here 1 year ago. Before I had oversea experience and worked for Accor and Dusit.

What do you suggest visitors must see and do in Koh Kood?
Snorkelling, a trip around the island, and then enjoy local Thai dishes in Escape restaurant!

What would you say is your professional motto?
To make guests feel safe and comfortable as though in a second home.

Tell us about your Castaway venue close to the Away Resort
The atmosphere is Robinson Crusoe style, yet the place provides quality pub snacks, games and great drink promos, such as buy one get one free between 8-9.30 pm. Click here for more about Castaway.

Visit Away Resorts & Villas online by following this link
43/8 Moo 2, Klongchao, Koh Kood, Kut Island, Trat 23000, Thailand
Phone: +66 81 835 4517

Getting there
Covering 16 Rai (6.5 acres) of tropical terrain on Klong Chao Bay, Away Koh Kood is located on the west coast of Koh Kood (Ko Kut), which is 82 kilometers off the coast of mainland Trat Province in the Gulf of Thailand.

By car and bus on some world class road systems, Trat can be reached within 4 hours from Bangkok. From Trat main city it is just a short hop to Dan Khao or Laem Sork Pier for boat transfer to Koh Kood. Upon arrival just say Away to any driver.

Getting to Thailand
We flew via Vienna in Elite Class thanks to EVA Air

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