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"Problems started right away: they gave me a bent key that wouldn't even fit in the lock, so I had to go back to reception to ask for another. The second key was also slightly bent, but it still opened the door. Cleaning was done daily, as requested, but for some reason, the foot towels were never changed. The bed linens were clean, but the towels weren't so great: even after washing, they were stained and quickly became unusable. Everything seemed fine for the first two days, but problems with the air conditioner started on the third day: after turning it off with the remote control, it would turn itself on at any time of day or night, making it cold and noisy. It was very difficult to sleep at night, as instead of sleeping, I had to wake up repeatedly and turn it off, only to have it turn back on after a while. I went to reception twice, and they promised to fix it, citing alleged tampering with the remote control settings by the previous tenant. They didn't fix it, and the air conditioner continued to live/live its own life."

"This place was surprisingly great! Honestly, the location isn't bad at all; it's not too far from the main tourist areas. Renting a motorbike is definitely the most convenient way to get around. There's a 7-Eleven right next to the hotel and a Tops daily across the street. Plenty of restaurants nearby too; the Khao Rang rice porridge was delicious. If you walk a bit, you'll find famous spots like Go Benz, Jok Samui, and Neung Nom Nua. If you have a car, it's not far to Chum Cha Market or Naka Weekend Market. Or, head down the hill and you'll find Frans x Thongsmith, Rommanee Alley, and Phuket Old Town easily. Speaking of the hotel itself, parking might be a bit of an issue for cars, but you can usually park along the roadside. The rooms have been newly renovated from the old hotel (Sino Inn). They're spacious, the air conditioning works perfectly, and the water pressure is strong. There's a big fridge, which is handy for storing things. The bed and pillows were soft, though the towels had a strong bleach smell. They don't provide many amenities apart from shampoo and shower cream, but for the price, it's fair. The balcony is wide and offers a view of Khao Rang hill. Overall, I'd give this place a 9/10, especially considering the price I paid."