Ratings based on 117 Verified Reviews
4.7 Room cleanliness
4.8 Service & staff
4.4 Room comfort
4.5 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 10 Dec 2023
Very comfortable cottages in a quiet, peaceful and beautiful garden setting. Butterflies, curious fish in the ponds and exotic plants put you right away into tranquility. You are in Pai and this property shows you what it means: relaxation and a chilling forget-your-life-at-home feeling. Vanda and her staff made our experience complete. Vanda offered us opportunities, listened and had a great understanding and warmness to deal with her guests. Next time in Pai is a no-brainer. This property makes you wanna come back for longer even shortly after arrival. A wonderful and perfect place. The cottages are very clean and had a very homey feeling. We were happy we went with Vanda to her friend's restaurant uphill. Fantastic food and spectacular sunset in the mountains in a very romantic setting. The cottages are a bit outside of Pai, but even without a vehicle transportation to get there and into Pai was never a problem.Unforgettable beauty. You see us back.
Comment from Hotel Management
21 Dec 2023 by Vanda, Hotel Management
Hi Rainer,Oh! Your review so kind for me.I very happy able to show you about Thai Culture, you come the right time.Thank you to stay with us.Can’t wait for you to comeback to Thailand again.Warm Regards
by A verified traveler from Compton
Posted 16 Nov 2023
I came to Pai for a 2 day trip from Chiang Mai and ended up having a motorbike accident while in Pai that required that I stay in Pai for 2 more days.
After going to the hospital and returning back to the PuraVida Pai Resort, I was met with nothing but kindness from Vanda, Jeff and their staff. She was kind enough to help me retreat my wound. And due to my inability to move much, Jeff brought me lunch and a late night plate of delicious fruit and bread.
Vanda was kind enough to match me with another guest who was going back to Chiang Mai via Taxi, so that I could get back home. And they also arranged someone to drive the motorbike I rented back to Chiang Mai, so that I could return it. It took a lot of stress off of me.
I don't think there could have been a better location in all of Pai for me to be injured in. The amount of help that I received was amazing. The location is extremely beautiful, serene, and quiet. Rooms are clean and have all the amenities you might want. And the staff is always super helpful.
I realize that this is not the normal review, but I wanted to make sure readers understand that the people here go above and beyond to help anyone in need and are extremely kind hosts. I will most definitely return here when I find myself in Pai again.
Thank you to Vanda, Jeff & the Pura Vida Staff!
Comment from Hotel Management
17 Nov 2023 by Vanda, Hotel Management
Hi Zojer,Thank you to review for us,Is my pressure to take care of you,You got accident not so fun to get that.We are happy to help you to make you felt comfortable.I wish for you to get back to normal activities soon.Take care
by A verified traveler
There is Joy Here
Posted 10 Nov 2023 on HotelsOne if the most friendly and welcoming hotels I have visited in Thailand. Owners and staff are authically happy and love what they do. There is joy at this hotel. Planning to make this a must stop everytime we are in Pai.
Comment from Hotel Management
14 Nov 2023 by Vanda , Hotel Management
Dear Jonathan,We are so happy to have you with us by accident, I knew you not made a plane.But every thing come up so good.We can’t wait to see you and family again in the future.All the best
by A verified traveler
Posted 17 Sep 2023
by A verified traveler
Posted 14 Jul 2023
I went to Pai to get away and enjoy some quiet relaxation. Pura Vida is that place. It's very quiet and the staff were great. The owner was away travelling while I was there but she made a point to call me via her staff to make sure everything was ok and to help with things to do. Be mindful - it's not in the heart of Pai - it's about a 15 minute peaceful and simple drive to town. Personally I loved this as I wanted to be away but if you are looking to be right in Pai all the time this may be challenging. But again getting to town is super easy and most activities are not right in Pai anyway. The rooms are nice - nothing fancy but comfortable. I would definitely return
Comment from Hotel Management
14 Jul 2023 by Vanda, Hotel Management
Hello Tod, Thank you to review for us, I am so happy to heard that you enjoyed at our place.My staff told me you quit relaxed and enjoyed your life in Pai.All the best.Vanda Prigge
by A verified traveler
Posted 24 Nov 2022 on Travelocity
Nice and quiet
Comment from Hotel Management
26 Nov 2022 by Vanda, Hotel Management
Thank you to stay with us, all the best.
by A verified traveler from Boulder, Colorado
Posted 30 Nov 2019
Loved the peace and quite. Noi and her husband are great. I’ll be back!
Comment from Hotel Management
1 Dec 2019 by aad, Hotel Management
Dear Keith,
Thank you so much for spending a couple of days with us. We're really happy you had such a good time. Thanks for the high score.
Love to see you again soon.
Warm greetings,
Noi and Aad.
by A verified traveler
Posted 5 Nov 2019 on Hotels
The outside was lovely, the inside not so
Comfortable
Comment from Hotel Management
6 Nov 2019 by Noi, Hotel Management
Thank you for your feedback and sorry for your inconvenience.
by A verified traveler
Private Detached Bungalows in Manicured Jungle
Posted 12 Mar 2019 on HotelsMy son and I had an amazing stay at the Pura Vida bungalows. Noi is great. She meets you for breakfast, asks you about your day before and tells you what you can do next, maybe the caves or the waterfalls or sunset at the canyon, or visit the elephants. Breakfasts are made to your order. I asked for 4 eggs instead of 2.
The hotel is located a few kilometers outside Pai. Most residents get around by little automatic scooters, but you can also rent a car.
The private detached Thai bungalows are located in the middle of your own private manicured jungle, even in the dry months.
You won't be disappointed.
Comment from Hotel Management
14 Mar 2019 by aad, Hotel Management
Dear Raymond,
Thank you for choosing Pura Vida for your holidays and for your wonderful review.
It was a pleasure getting to know you a little and to make sure you had a good time.
We are looking forward to see you again when you come this way in the rainy season.
Until then we wish you a good time on your travels.
Warm regards,
Noi and Aad.
by A verified traveler
Posted 4 Mar 2019
Comment from Hotel Management
3 Apr 2019 by Noi and Aad, Hotel Management
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