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The Happy Elephant Resort

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Rawai Beach

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Beach nearby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

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88/17 Moo 7, Soi Sai Yuan 1, Rawai, Phuket, 83100
  • Place, Rawai Beach
    â€Ș2 min drive‬
  • Place, Nai Han Beach
    â€Ș5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kata Beach
    â€Ș8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Phuket (HKT-Phuket Intl.)
    â€Ș59 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Minibar, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room | Minibar, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Premium Room

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Villa (Villa Pool Side ) | Living room | TV

Villa (Villa Pool Side )

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room in Villa

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Rawai

The Happy Elephant Resort places you within a leisurely stroll of Chalong Bay and Seashell Museum. This 29-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Rawai Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Nai Han Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Yanui Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Kata Beach - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Promthep Cape - 16 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Phuket Intl. Airport (HKT) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘHealthy Mania Raw Vegan - ‬6 min walk
  • â€Ș@ Rawai Bistro (@àž™àč‰àžłàčƒàžˆ) - ‬7 min walk
  • â€ȘàžàžžàčŠàž (Kook Restaurant) - ‬7 min walk
  • â€ȘIssan Classic Thai Restraunt - ‬6 min walk
  • â€ȘLa Tarte DorĂ©e - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Happy Elephant Resort

Hotel with free parking, near Rawai Beach
Guests of The Happy Elephant Resort enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and securing valuables. This hotel also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Minibars, coffee makers, and safes are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 42 reviews
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Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 200.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for THB 200 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: THB 200 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: THB 200.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

Happy Elephant Resort Rawai
Happy Elephant Resort
Happy Elephant Rawai
The Happy Elephant Rawai
The Happy Elephant Resort Hotel
The Happy Elephant Resort Rawai
The Happy Elephant Resort Hotel Rawai

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Happy Elephant Resort?

The Happy Elephant Resort provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of The Happy Elephant Resort?

This hotel is located in Rawai, a short 7-minute walk from Chalong Bay and also 13 minutes on foot from Seashell Museum. You'll also find Kata Beach and Rawai Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Happy Elephant Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Happy Elephant Resort have a casino?

No, The Happy Elephant Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Happy Elephant Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Happy Elephant Resort a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Happy Elephant Resort?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Happy Elephant Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Happy Elephant Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Happy Elephant Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at The Happy Elephant Resort.

Are there connecting rooms at The Happy Elephant Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Happy Elephant Resort?

The closest major airport to The Happy Elephant Resort is Phuket Intl. Airport (HKT), which is 27.9 mi away (68 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Happy Elephant Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a furnished patio where guests can enjoy garden views.

Reviews

The Happy Elephant Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

In need of refurbishment

The rooms are in serious need of refurbishment. The locks on the door aren’t fit for purpose. I won’t be returning again. Far superior places nearby for less.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tabvir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly staff

I asked for breakfast by 6:30 And it was ready by this time. Owner was so friendly. It just little bit far away from city but still I love it. Nice pool and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok Hotel.

The room was ok, not very big but all I needed. The problems I had was 1, the bed needed a new mattress. It's was sunken on one side, so when you slept on it your body was bending/dipping ! 2, I booked through Hotels.com. I booked a standard room with breakfast. But when I got there they told me a standard room doesn't come with breakfast. I showed them my paper work and said ok. I didn't feel right having breakfast there after that.

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Relaxing by the pool

The owner, manager and staff were nice and offered a good service. Thanks for the nice stay!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

k l o n g, England

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Near to Rawai

We moved from the basic accommodation (as advertised) because the room facilities were inadequate and paid 1000 baht more to a better room.

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Disliked: Staff & service
HĂŽtel trĂšs bruyant et cloisons trĂšs fines. On partage un peu trop la vie de la chambre voisine....Bon restaurant chinois en face. Attention, il y a une erreur sur le site Hotels.com : The Happy Elephant Resort et le Resort Happy Elephant sont le mĂȘme hĂŽtel. Or, sur le site ils sont positionnĂ©s diffĂ©remment.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good

The front desk girl was very helpful because we went there earlier and she help us to check in. But when she led us to the room which stated as premier room, it's too close to the main door & street. We requested for a quiet room when booked so we asked if another room available, she said no this type whereas only cheaper one is available. Although we paid for more, we choose the cheaper one finally after visiting. it's really quieter. On the whole this little resort is good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic but clean and friendly. This was the cheapest and most basic room but others are much better
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Gianni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Yannick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accueil et personnel trÚs chaleureux. Propreté au top ! Resort trÚs calme le Proprietaire et son équipe super serviable et trÚs sympa ! Nous recommandons sans hésitation !

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

FamiliÀre, wunderschöne Anlage

FamiliĂ€r, sehr sehr freundliches, disponibeles Personal. Anlage mit vielen Pflanzen und Palmen, schöner Pool. GebĂ€ude renovationsbedĂŒrftig, wird aber per Ende Mai 2016 in Angriff genommen.

8/10 Good

Susan, Lund, sweden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trevligt vistelse

Vi hade bokat ett standardrum vilket var jĂ€tte litet.vi fick dock uppgradera rumet till ett bĂ€ttre och betalade mellanskilnaden. Frukosten var ensidig men okej. Personalen var jĂ€tte snĂ€lla,trevliga,hjĂ€lpsamma och mötte oss alltid med gott leende. Mycket bra bemötande. Det finns en massagesalong mittemot hotellt, rekomenderar vĂ€rmt. Även restaurangen mittemot Ă€r vĂ€rt att besöka, god mat, bra priser och trevligt bemötande.

8/10 Good

Oscar, Stockholm

Liked: Staff & service

FamiljÀr atmosfÀr

Trevlig personal som gav hotellet en familjÀr atmosfÀr. Personalen talar Àven skaplig engelska. PromenadavstÄnd till flera thaiboxningsgym, och till Nai Harn-stranden Àr det cirka tio minuters fÀrd med moped.

8/10 Good

christian

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Sejour agreable

Resort a 2 km de la mer chambre spacieuse la salle de bain manquait d equipement petit dej au bar de la piscine location motobike direct a l hotel les chambres pres de la route peuvent gener les couches tot

10/10 Excellent

joachine, Perpignan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

hĂŽtel confortable

Agréable séjour mais excentré des animations

8/10 Good

Rolf GĂŒnter Robert, Lengede

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gut

Bis auf das nicht enthaltene FrĂŒhstĂŒck wie im Angebot von Ihnen war das Hotel gut.

8/10 Good

jean, nevez

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Sejour du 14 au 18 01/2016

Chambre quelconque et pres de la route preferer les bungalows pres de la piscine sont tres bien mais coute 2500 bth Contrairement a ce que j a pu lire pas de surfacturatio electricite Petit dej sympa pres de la piscine et personnel sympa

4/10 Poor

michel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Petit ressort sympa

SĂ©jour correct vu le prix pratiquĂ© le personnel Ă©tait gentil l'hĂŽtel est calme si vous n'ĂȘtes pas sur la rue.cadre agrĂ©able un bon restaurant en face Ă  des prix trĂšs correct mais c'est un hotel mal placĂ© car il n'y a rien Ă  faire au alentour

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

fragwĂŒrdiger Kundenstamm

Unser Aufenthalt dauerte nur 3 Tage.Die Anlage ist schön,sauber,die Villen ansprechend rund um den sauberen Pool.Das zum Positiven. Allerdings mussten wir innerhalb dieser 3 Tage umziehen,das war sehr Àrgerlich. Die Anlage ist anscheinend im Monat Nov/Dec hoch frequentiert von französischen Stammkunden niedersten Niveaus.Wir waren froh wieder weg zu sein...

10/10 Excellent

EDUARD, Saint-Petersburg, Russia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very nice if you live near the pool!

very kind staff. They cooked for us srimps. No toiletries were included, but they gave me a good soap. pool is deep- so no kids, very quiet atmosphere, squirrels, butterflies and refreshing water in the night. beautiful, natural and intimate place for swiming (turn to Laem Ka seafood restaurant - behind the stones at left,and another beach: turn near the 7/11 and go right behind the stones)