Morning Star Resort
A 3-star resort in Ban Tai on Ko Pha-ngan, with bungalows and rooms facing the pool, beach or garden, a private beach and free Wi-Fi in every room.
Morning Star Resort is a 3-star resort in Ban Tai on Ko Pha-ngan, with rooms and bungalows that have pool, beach or garden views, a private beach and an outdoor swimming pool. Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00 and check-out is until 12:00.
The accommodation includes a 16 m² bungalow and a 32 m² family room that sleeps up to four guests. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, and the resort has its own restaurant, bar, spa and sauna, plus a children's swimming pool.
On-site parking is available, and the beach at Haad Baan Kai is a short walk from the resort. Samui Airport is 16.9 km away on the neighbouring island of Ko Samui, so the journey to Ko Pha-ngan includes a boat crossing.
Highlights
Room types
The rooms at Morning Star Resort include bungalows with pool, beach or garden views, a standard room with a double bed, and a family room of 32 m² that sleeps up to four guests. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, and several bungalows have a king bed for up to two guests.
Several rooms have air conditioning, a mini bar and a refrigerator, and some have a separate shower and bathtub. Rooms for up to five guests are also offered, and the resort's restaurant, bar and spa are on site, with a private beach and an outdoor swimming pool within the grounds.
Pool View Bungalow
from US$39 per night
- Pool view
- Separate shower/bathtub
- Air conditioning
With 16 m² and a king bed for up to two guests, this bungalow has a view of the pool. The private bathroom has a separate shower and bathtub, and the room also has air conditioning, a telephone, a TV, a hair dryer and an electric kettle.
Beach Front Bungalow
from US$54 per night
- Beach view
- Air conditioning
At 18 m², this bungalow has a king bed for up to two guests and a view of the beach. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a telephone, a TV, a hair dryer and an electric kettle.
Superior Garden View
from US$42 per night
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
This 18 m² room has a king bed for up to two guests and a view of the garden. It has a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, air conditioning, a telephone, a TV, a hair dryer and an electric kettle, plus linens.
Small Room Beach Front
from US$92 per night
- Beach view
- Air conditioning
This 22 m² room has a beach view, air conditioning and a desk, and it can accommodate up to three guests. It also has a shower and a telephone, so it works well for a guest who wants a sea view and a workspace.
Deluxe Family
from US$71 per night
- Garden view
- Separate shower/bathtub
At 32 m², this family room has two king beds, a garden view and a separate shower and bathtub, sleeping up to four guests. A second bathroom, a telephone, a TV, a hair dryer and an electric kettle complete the room.
Double Pool View
Up to five guests can stay in this room, which suits a larger group travelling together.
Standard Room
from US$69 per night
- Pool view
- Air conditioning
- Mini bar
This 18 m² room has a double bed for up to two guests and a view of the pool. It includes air conditioning, a mini bar, a refrigerator, a shower, a telephone and a desk.
Seafront Bungalow
from US$52 per night
- Beach view
- Air conditioning
- Mini bar
At 16 m², this bungalow with a double bed sleeps up to two guests and looks out on the beach. It has air conditioning, a mini bar, a refrigerator and a shower, with a hair dryer, an in-room safe box and free bottled water provided.
Hotel facilities & services
Morning Star Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, a children's swimming pool and a private beach, and the resort also has a beachfront. A spa with sauna, a massage bed and a solarium are on site, along with a library, karaoke, a garden and a terrace.
For meals there is a restaurant, a bar, a poolside bar, a coffee shop and room service, and breakfast can be ordered a la carte. The resort also offers boating, snorkelling and tours, with daily housekeeping and a laundry service. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, and there is WiFi in the public areas too. On-site parking is also available for guests, and the resort is set among village houses.
Great for your stay
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi in all rooms
- Restaurants
- Spa
- Spa and sauna
- Private beach
- Beachfront
- Room service
- Bar
- Family room
General facilities
- Massage bed
- Solarium
- Spa and sauna
- Private beach
- Beachfront
- Boating
- Snorkeling
- Tours
- Karaoke
- Library
- Garden
- Terrace
- Children's swimming pool
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry service
Parking
- On-site parking
- Parking nearby
Food & drink
- Restaurants
- A la carte breakfast
- A la carte in restaurant
- Alcohol
- Asian breakfast
- Asian cuisine in restaurant
- BBQ facilities
- Continental breakfast
- Coffee shop
- Fruits/snacks
- Happy hour
- International cuisine in restaurant
- Poolside bar
- Room service
- Snack bar
Media & technology
- Free WiFi in all rooms
- Internet services
- WiFi in public areas
- Internet access – wireless
Room amenities
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe box
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toiletries
- Free bottled water
- Mini bar
- Refrigerator
Location & what to see
Ban Tai is a village on Ko Pha-ngan, an island in the Gulf of Thailand, and the resort is set among village houses and a few small shops. The island is reached by boat, and boats run from Ko Samui and from the mainland at Surat Thani, while Samui Airport, 16.9 km away on the neighbouring island of Ko Samui, is the closest airport to Morning Star Resort.
Within walking distance is Haad Baan Kai, a beach 450 m away, and the Wat Pho pagoda about 800 m from the resort. The Night Market, 750 m away, is a short stroll for street food in the evening, and Haad Rin Nai, the beach known for the Full Moon party, is 3.9 km away.
A good day starts with a swim at the resort's own beach, followed by a walk along the coast to Haad Baan Kai and a stop at the temple nearby. In the evening, the Night Market is a short walk away for a simple dinner among the stalls. If you want to explore further, the resort offers tours, boating and snorkelling trips along the coast, and Haad Rin Nai is the island's best-known beach for the Full Moon party.
What guests say
Travellers rate the service (8.8) and the cleanliness (8.3) most highly, and the value for money (8.5) also scores well.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a night at Morning Star Resort cost?
Rates at Morning Star Resort change with the season, the room and your dates, so the best way to see what applies is to check today's price with our partner.
How do I get to Morning Star Resort?
The nearest airport is Samui Airport (USM), 16.9 km away on the neighbouring island of Ko Samui, so the journey includes a boat crossing to Ko Pha-ngan. Surat Thani Airport (URT) is 115.8 km away on the mainland, a longer trip. Ko Pha-ngan is reached by boat, so the final part of the journey is by sea.
What is near Morning Star Resort?
Haad Baan Kai beach is 450 m away, the Night Market 750 m and the Wat Pho pagoda 800 m. Haad Rin Nai beach is 3.9 km away, and a 7-Eleven convenience store is 550 m from the resort, with an ATM 500 m away.
Does Morning Star Resort serve breakfast?
Yes, Morning Star Resort serves breakfast a la carte, with Asian and Continental options. The restaurant also offers Asian and international cuisine, and there is a coffee shop and a poolside bar for drinks and snacks.
Are children welcome at Morning Star Resort?
Children can stay at Morning Star Resort for free using the existing bedding, with the age range 2 to 4 years, and infants aged 1 year can stay for free in the same way. A baby cot can be requested directly from the resort, subject to availability, and an extra bed costs an additional charge.
Is there a beach at Morning Star Resort?
Yes, the resort has its own private beach and a beachfront, and the nearest public beach, Haad Baan Kai, is 450 m away. Haad Rin Nai is 3.9 km away.
Is Wi-Fi free at Morning Star Resort?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms at Morning Star Resort, and WiFi is also offered in the public areas of the resort.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Morning Star Resort?
Check-in at Morning Star Resort runs from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is until 12:00 on the day of departure.
What kinds of rooms does Morning Star Resort offer?
The rooms at Morning Star Resort include bungalows with pool, beach or garden views, a standard room with a double bed, and a family room of 32 m² for up to four guests. Some rooms sleep up to five guests.
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