CJ
Nuovo frequentatore di spiaggia
The resort itself is fantastic: the room is clean, spacious, and very comfortable. Every morning, you receive new water bottles. The resort features a large, excellent pool and a pier where you can watch the sunrise. The lady at the reception is extremely helpful. However, there are a few downsides: don't expect a nice beach here, as the one at this location has red sand and is rocky, making it unsuitable for swimming. You can rent a motorbike to explore the island, which is small and easy to navigate. Additionally, the restaurant is VERY expensive, so we didn't eat there. You can find cheaper and good options just a 4-minute drive from the resort.
Piya
Nuovo frequentatore di spiaggia
This resort is located on the quieter side of Koh Mak. We stayed as a family of four with young children and found the room, even with an extra mattress, to be a bit too claustrophobic. You also need to have fairly good knees to stay here, as the resort is situated on a hillside, requiring you to walk up and down throughout the day. The lady manager is very kind; she may seem quiet and reserved, but she will get things done for you. The food is standard, with good portions and reasonably priced. The main drawback is the beach, which is somewhat rocky and muddy. The sand is coarser than the beaches on the NE and SE of the island, and the water is murky with zero underwater visibility. However, we were genuinely happy staying at Buri Hut.