"Pros: Location was the best part. The beach was lovely. Plenty of room for the family. The lady who showed us the house was very helpful for any issues we had. Everything we needed to live was there. Cons: The original house we rented was across from a building site, horrible noise and lack of privacy. We asked to be moved to another house facing the beach. We were charged extra for this even though it was empty and was even the same size. The below is based on the 2nd house. Clean but showing it's age. The curtains have never been washed. No double glazing for the bedroom opposite from the road, the traffic noise, even at night was terrible and will wake you if you are a lite sleeper. Not one single wardrobe or draws to keep clothes, the entire family was living out of suitcases." ~John

"Pros: Private Rayong just has a charm you don't find in most places. If you want to relax this is the place, the staff are amazing, there if you want and hands off if you want. Little touches, ideas and care you don't tend to get in other stays. The view from your bed is amazing, or if you want to sit out on the balcony. The beach across the road is five seconds walk. There is a well-thought-out beach kit in your room too. Rooms a great size, strong air-conditioning and all you could want from a stay. Cons: I don't have any criticism for Private Rayon, only tiny points that don't distract from a great place to stay. It needs a lick of paint in certain areas to make it look fresh again. The beach isn't private. However, everyone is super friendly, and it's a lovely little area to spend time. Trash... I don't know why, but the whole of Rayong beaches seem to be covered in trash. It's not the hotel's fault, but it does impact a beautiful location. There are plenty of shops and 7_11 however it's a few minutes' drive. Private Rayong does provide the use of a scooter. Speaking of scooters, there are plenty of loud ones at all hours, you don't hear them so much from the bedroom, but they can be a little intrusive on the balcony. The shower head was broken, but worked fine so didn't mention it to the staff, we are talking niggles not negative points. None of the above would put me off returning many times, the place just has a charm to it that melts any niggles away." ~Simon