( April 2013 ) After travelling around southern thailand we made our way to Koh Chang. After all the hussle and bussle of bangkok and phuket it was like travelling back in time as soon as we stepped off the ferry. From being recommended and contacting John via facebook, to arranging are Thai wedding ceremony, John and Lan were fantastic... More

Spent the month of March 2013 at the Elephant & Castle and it is without doubt still the place to be on Koh Chang. The site has matured since I was last there and looks even better, can't say the same about John though, and Lan has put in a new concrete driveway. Stayed in one of the top bungalows... More

Just returned to the chilly Highlands after a wonderful few weeks at the elephant and castle. Koh Chang is a lovely friendly island off the coast of Trat. Half of the island is uncommercialised and the other half is a low key easy going mix of pubs, bars and restaurants with amazing low prices and excellent food. The elephant and... More

Me and my partner checked in to the Elephant & Castle for a week in April and we found it to be homely, welcoming and peaceful. The hospitality of John and his wife Lan was second to none, and they made us feel like part of the crew as soon as we arrived. Indeed, as soon as we set foot... More

This place is a real find. Clean bungalows with hammocks and balconies. Jungle setting away from the road side. Only 5 mins drive to the beach which means you're close to the action but far enough to be out the hustle and bustle. Fresh fruit off the trees. Dogs to pet and protect you. Plenty of tea on tap. But... More

Got to the Elephant and Castle a few days into my Thailand trip. Couldn't have found a better spot after two nights of the madness of Bangkok. Travelling on my own for the first time, I jumped off the back of a pickup on what I thought was roughly the right part of the island, weighed down and tired after... More

Where to begin, Last year me and my wife came to Koh Chang and stayed at the elephant and castle for 2 weeks, mostly due to the previous great reviews. We were welcomed with open arms and hearts and loved the warm hospitality offered by John and his Thai wife Lan. Great western style cooking when John is in the... More

We stayed at John and Lan's for two weeks over the Xmas and New Year period. A good friendly welcome chatting over a cup of tea before settling into the top bungalow with a hammock that has good sea and sunset views. The bungalow was nice and big with a TV, fan, nice comfy bed and blankets as it can... More

Best place to stay on Koh Chang. I came for 3 days and stayed for 20 Best ambiance Great conversation Awesome football arguements FFP Sound medical advice " I told him to keep it in the sling" Monkeys in the forest Clean spacious bungalows Violently hot chillies growing in the garden John the owner is the soundest person I have... More