About Shantaa

About Shantaa

About Koh Kood

Koh Kood is an isolated and still naturally preserved island, located in Trad province, on the east coast of Thailand. Koh Kood is the easternmost island and it is far away from the mainland and it is hardly a city or even a town. Koh Kood consists of several small local villages scattered around the island. Local people still live the same life as they were decades ago. 


Now Koh Kood becomes more well-known internationally. However, Koh Kood is still a nice place that will remind you of old Phuket or old Samui, more than 30-40 years ago.


The infrastructures on the island are still not as ready as what you can expect from any famous tourist place. Koh Kood has 24 hrs electricity but at times, it might not be enough for whole the island. And the freshwater can be scarce during the high time. There is no real nightlife, no entertainment complex, and no chain convenience store. There are schools, a police station, a district office, and a hospital. If you would like to use cash while you are on the island, please have your cash ready before you reach the pier in Trad. Koh Kood has a few ATMs but they don’t always work properly.


Since this is an isolated island and there are not too many visitors around, many beaches on Koh Kood are still clean and the water is still blue and clear. During the weekdays and the low season, you virtually have the whole beach to yourself. This is something you won’t be able to find in any tourist destinations. And also, Koh Kood is safe and convenient to travel to. 


We clean our beaches every day. But the garbage keeps coming. You might see some garbage washed ashore during the day. They were from the open sea. Amazingly, some plastic bottles that we found were from Indonesia or Vietnam! 

About Shantaa

Shantaa is located on Aao Ta Pao (Ta Pao Beach), Koh Kood. Now Shantaa has only 25 rooms in its vast area. There is enough space for all guests. If you would like to get away from the crowd or just simply escape from your routine city life, Koh Kood and Shantaa should be on the top of your list.


We have a beautiful marble swimming pool on the north side and we have a beautiful ocean for a pool on the south side.


Most of our staff are local islanders. Before they became a part of Shantaa, English was never a part of their daily lives. With some English training, they are able to understand basic English now. If you could speak slowly, they would be able to understand correctly. 


We are not hoteliers. We might not know fancy hotel traditions or fancy hotel jargon but we know how to make your stay pleasant. We service by heart with only one goal, "to make your stay as easy and pleasant as we could".


If you need anything to make your stay more pleasant, please do not hesitate to let us know.


Just make yourself at home and leave the work to us.


As mentioned earlier that we are on an isolated island, everything is imported from Trad, Bangkok, or even from other parts of Thailand. That is why prices of everything on Koh Kood, not just at Shantaa, are a bit high but our prices are not as high as in any other famous tourist spots. To keep your cost down, we are trying not to be too fancy but we sure have all the basic things you need to make your vacation comfortable and memorable.

Beaches at Shantaa

Shantaa has a large property area. We have 2 beaches (north and south), a private canal, and a small hill. The south beach is just about 200 meters walk from the furthest villa. At the south edge of Shantaa, there is a community pier. 

The south beach

The south beach is a small beach next to the pier. It is partly sandy and rocky. The rocky part is great for snorkeling. Just over to the other side of the pier, there is a vast stretch of a perfect coconut-fringed beach with crystal clear water, especially on a bright sunny day. This stretch is a public beach. You can walk on this part of the beach as far as you like or lie there anywhere you please.



At our south beach, we have a beach bar, ‘Shantaa Bar-BaRa’, where you can order drinks and snacks. Kayaks, paddle boards, sun beds, and beach towels are available here.

The north beach

The north beach is at the north edge of Shantaa. This beach may not be ideal for swimming. But it is very quiet and away from the outside crowd. It is a great spot for snorkeling, sunbathing, reading, and relaxing. With our private canal on the side, it is also a great spot for practicing kayaks and paddle boards. The beautiful marble swimming pool is on the north side too. The sunset here is also very beautiful. Sun beds and beach towels are available.


Shantaa Gathi Café is located on side of the canal. It is a small bar where you can order drinks, snacks, and food. The Gathi Café is gaining more popularity among visitors. Outside guests like to visit us here too.

The pier next to Shantaa

In the past, there was no road here on Koh Kood. People of the west side had to walk through the thick wood to the east side to find a boat to the mainland. Walking took a whole day. Very sick people had no chance to survive.


Building a road connecting the west to the east was very costly. So a pier on the west side of Koh Kood had to be built. But there was no one was willing to donate the land to build a pier.


In 1995, our grandpa, as the community leader at that time, allowed the authority to build the pier on his only beach section for the benefit of all people. About 10 years later, Shantaa was born. This is why Shantaa is right next to this pier. The pier wasn’t built to be pretty for tourists. It was built to serve the needs of the people back then. To some people, this seems like a negative point for Shantaa but we are proud of our grandpa's decision.


Nowadays, this pier still services the community very well. It is still able to take passenger boats, freight boats, and some fishing boats. Several boats could be coming in and out of this pier daily. There might be some noise, crowd, and trucks when boats arrive or leave.


And now, it has a new function, a recreational park. Rather than being busy with boat business, the pier is busy with local people as well as visitors who come to fish, to exercise, or just to watch the sunset. Sunset is very beautiful looking from this pier. 


Some of our guests do enjoy lying down at our south beach watching lives on the pier.


However, if you think the south beach is too busy for you, please try our north beach.

Guest services and facilities

Relaxing sala

If you want to stay a bit away from the others or every time if you need an afternoon nap.

SOUVENIR CORNER AT RECEPTION

Shantaa collecting items such as t-shirts and many designed clothing and accessories from our own designer. 

Internet Wi-Fi

Available in around Shantaa. The strongest signal is at the reception and Shantaa restaurant. You can connect to the internet with your own devices.

Please note that weather condition affects the internet quality.

Private car transfer

To/From Bangkok-Trad:

5,500 THB/car/way (Max.5 pax) 

To/From Trad Airport-Pier:

1,900 THB/car/way (Max.5 pax.)

Please contact the reception for more information and prices for other pickup locations or other destinations. 

Shantaa library

Contains a lot of books from our guests.

SUNBATHING DECK/SUNSET DECKS

It’s one of the best places to see the sunset.

Massage sala

Maximum 2 guests at a time. Please contact at the reception.

Serve at all outlets.

Laundry service

Available but No dry cleaning.

Board games

Available at the library. Please return them back once you don’t play anymore.

How to get to Shantaa

Location:

20/3 Moo 2 (Ao Tapao) Tambon Kohkood, Amphur Kohkood, Trad 23000.

HOW TO GET TO SHANTAA

1. From Bangkok to Koh Kood - There are 2 steps;

a. Bangkok to Trad by rental van/car, plane, and bus.

Click here to see details.


b. Trad to Koh Kood by speed boat or ferry.

Click here to see details.

2. From Koh Chang to Koh Kood

a. By speedboat from Bang Bao pier on Koh Chang.

b. By speedboat from Kai Bae Beach on Koh Chang.

Click here to see details.

3. From Koh Mak to Koh Kood By ferry from Ao Nid pier on Koh Mak to Koh Kood. 

a. When you arrive at any pier on Koh Kood, the boat/ferry usually provides a shuttle service, sending all passengers to all resorts on Koh Kood. And please let us know which boat you will take. So we will know when to expect your arrival.

Getting from Bangkok to Trad

1.1. By rental car/van with driver (private car):


Suggestion: Rental car/van with driver will take you from anywhere in Bangkok and drive you directly to the boat company of your choice. Traveling time (Bangkok to pier) is about 5 hours with normal traffic condition. For more information, please contact us.


Bangkok-Trat (Car/Van) 5,500 THB/car/way (2-5 pax.) as of 2022.


If you drive yourself, please see routes below. Please note that the traveling time is about 5 hours. Parking is available. All boat companies provide their own parking lot.

  • Route 1: Bangna-Chonburi-Banbung-Klaeng-Chantaburi-Trad (315 Km.)

    1. Take highway route no.3 (Bangna-Trad Road) until you reach the Chonburi by-pass. You can either take the normal road or the new elevated Bangkok-Chonburi tollway which is right above it. 
    2. Exit from the main road, head to the left and follow the Chonburi by-pass (no.361) that reads Pattaya-Rayong. Head for Rayong until you see the Banbung-Klaeng-Chantaburi and the Bangsaen-Pattaya signboards.
    3. Take the Banbung-Klaeng-Chantaburi route on your left. You are now on highway no.344. Go all the way to the end.
    4. Turn left at the Klaeng intersection and head for Chantaburi. Do not enter the Rayong town which is on your right. This is again highway No.3. Now, go forward until you reach the Sa Kaew-Trad junction.
    5. Take the right turn and go all the way to Trad town.
    6. From Trad town, you go straight, pass the Trad general hospital, pass the town market. Once you pass the PTT gas station, your left turn will be close.
    7. Turn left to road no. 3155.
    8. Go straight all the way to the end. Offices of all ferries are along the route near the end of the road.
    9. Park at your ferry’s parking lot.

  • Route 2: Motoway-Chonburi-BanBung-Klaeng-Chantaburi-Trad

    The Motorway (toll) is another alternative. Starting from Rama IX Road and onto Srinakarin Road, exit after paying the second toll that leads to Ban Bung, Klaeng, Chanthaburi and finally Trad.

1.2 By Air:


Suggestion: There are several flights from Bangkok to Trad daily, operated by Bangkok Airway only. Airport Limousine is available to take you to the Leam Sok pier. It usually takes about 50-60 minutes. We could also arrange an airport pickup if you prefer. Most guests who flew to Trad took afternoon boats. For more information about flight schedules, please visit www.bangkokair.com or call 1771.

1.3 By bus:

(please note that this is an old info. We cannot find any update from the bus company).


Suggestion: There are many buses everyday but most of our guests come with the last bus of the day (23:30) so they can take the morning boat. This bus will arrive very early in the morning, around 04:00.


You will need to take a truck-taxi to get to town for food or anything. It’s too early to go to the pier at 04:00. Truck-taxis are available at the bus terminal. Please ask for free pick up service from Boat Company when you book the boat ticket. They often provide pickup for their passengers.


If you wish to be on morning boat, you should leave at 23:30 on the day before. If you wish to take afternoon boat, you should take the 06:00 bus on the same day. Buses usually take about 6 hours from Bangkok to Trad. They make a lot of stop along the way.


Please note that piers are not in Trad town. You need about 30 minutes commuting time.


Please note that this is old bus info. We cannot find any bus update.

  • The Ekamai bus terminal

    The Ekamai bus terminal is the main terminal for the eastern provinces. It is located at the Ekamai section of Sukhumvit Road which is also easily accessible by the BTS Sky train. Air-conditioned and ordinary buses depart almost every hour. The trip is about 5-6 hours. 


    Please check schedule at:

    Cherdchai tour:


    Bangkok office: (02) 391-2237, (02) 391-4164 

    Trat office: (039) 511-062

    The transport co.,Ltd:  call center 1490 or www.transport.co.th

  • The northern bus terminal (New Morchid)

    The northern bus terminal (New Morchid) is the other route. It is located at New Morchid of Kampaeng Petch Road. The trip is also about 5-6 hours.


    Please check schedule at:

    The transport co.,Ltd: call center 1490 or www.transport.co.th

1.4 By shared minivan:

(please note that this is an old info. We cannot find any updated info)


Bangkok-Trad town: Leaving from Morchit and Victory Monument to Trad town.


Trad town-Bangkok: Leaving Trad town to Victory Monument or Mochit. every 1 hours star from 5:00 a.m - 18:00 p.m, the journey time takes 4 hours. 350 THB/person/way

Getting from Trad to Koh Kood

All boats for Koh Kood only leave from Leam Sok, Trad.


2.1 By speedboat: 60 mins trip. Operated from Oct.-May.


Trad (Leamsok)-Koh Kood (Shantaa pier)–Trad (Leamsok)

Speedboats operated by Kohkood Express:+668-7749-0030

Trad-Kohkood: Daily at 10:00 a.m.

Kohkood-Trad: Daily at 01.00 p.m.

*Boat schedule can be changed without prior notice.


2.2 By ferry: 75 mins trip, Open all year.


2.2.1. Koh Kood Express ferry (Air-conditioned) +668-7749-0030

https://www.kokutexpress.in.th/

Trad (Leamsok)-Koh Kood (Ao Salad pier)–Trad (Leamsok) 

Trad-Kohkood: Daily at 11:30 a.m. and 01:30 p.m. 


Kohkood-Trad: Daily at 09:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

* Boat schedule can be changed without prior notice

**Koh Kood Express provides free shuttle service on Koh Kood.


2.2.2. Kohkood Princess (Air-conditioned) +668-6126-7860

Trad (Leamsok)-Koh Kood (Aao Salad pier)–Trad (Leamsok)

Trad-Kohkood: Daily at 12:30 p.m.(noon time)

Kohkood-Trad: Daily at 10.00 a.m.

* Boat schedule can be changed without prior notice.


2.2.3. Boonsiri ferry (Catamaran boat): The Company provides both car from Bangkok and boat from Trat to Kohmak and Kohkood daily. Please contact at www.boonsiriferry.com 

**Boonsiri ferry provides free shuttle service on Koh Kood.


*Please asking for free pick up service from Trat town-pier. Sometimes they do offer free shuttle service in Trat town.

**Please note that all boat schedules could be changed without notice.


In case, you miss all the boats available on that day, you will have only 2 choices;

1) To stay overnight in Trad town. We can help you arrange all necessary accommodations in town.

2) To charter the whole boat. This option is expensive. Please check again for availability and price.

Getting from Koh Chang to Koh Kood

1) Nor Nou Kai Bae speed boat leaving from Kai Bae Bay (www.kaibaehut.com) 

2) Bang boa boat: leaving from Bang Bao bay (www.bangbaoboat.com)


Again, all boats provide free shuttle service to all resorts on Koh Kood. Once you arrive at Koh Kood, please tell the boat attendant that you are going to Sahntaa. She/He should direct you to the truck coming our way. We will be waiting to welcome you at Shantaa.

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