Beware. The lodge is absolutely serious that they cannot guarantee availability of guides for Kaeng Krachan. They work with only 3 oversubscribed guides. Official scheduled tours of Kaeng Krachan do not exist. Neither the lodge nor the park HQ could offer any tour or guide, private or shared, during my 3-day stay during the week, and a couple of other guests were in the same situation. This was surprising and disappointing and feels like a failure of the KK ecotourism sector - at the very least money is being left on the table. Again: this is not a specific criticism of Baan Maka, which seems to be the best lodge in the area.

Comfortable lodge with beautiful grounds and excellent management. Night walk was delightful.

Stayed in April 2024

Good home made bread. Free simple breakfast was adequate and could order something else if not.

Stayed in March 2024

I chose this lodge because it offers a variety of nature based activities to do within the lodge grounds, Kaeng Krachen NP and surrounding area. The lodge was very comfortable and convenient for access to Kaeng Krachen NP and local bird watching hides. The night tour within the grounds of the lodge and bird watching tour of the NP with Games were excellent.

Stayed in March 2024

Everything was excellent!

Baan Maka is in a beautiful location, and is very convenient for visiting the national park. Our bungalow was spacious and kept very clean. The restaurant serves great food and drinks, and the service is really good. Staff were always available to help, whether in the restaurant, booking walks/tours, or pointing out birds/reptiles to guests who may be interested. Finally; the property itself is a great place to wander the trails and birdwatch. We loved it!

Stayed in March 2024

The rooms didn't have a mini fridge.

Stayed in March 2024

Having the beds on top of a platform made it a bit difficult to get in and out.

Our three-night stay at Baan Maka Nature Lodge was the perfect jumping off location for two days of visits to Kaeng Krachan National Park. While our room was not fancy, it was more than adequate and very clean. We appreciated having both an air conditioner and a fan. The staff were very accommodating and the on-site restaurant served delicious meals. We also highly recommend the night tour that was arranged by the lodge. It was the best night tour we have ever taken!

Stayed in January 2024

Not a negative, but traveling to the lodge can be challenging for folks without wheels. It IS possible to take a GRAB direct from Petchaburi to the lodge, but best to book ahead.

A great nature lodge run by great folks. Baan Maka Nature Lodge is an oasis for birdwatching, quiet relaxing, or socializing with other nature lovers. This is an isolated lodge, but the on-site restaurant is quite good and reasonably priced. Tours to the national park are personalized and excellent.

Stayed in March 2024

Location, staff, food, bed, very helpful owner.

Stayed in February 2024

If I had to pick a fault, the shower pressure could have been a little bit higher. However, this was a very minor fault that can be expected at such a remote location.

Excellent food. Friendly, helpful staff. Lodge grounds brimming with wildlife. Very close to Keang Krachan National Park.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing. This place has it all nailed!

Excellent facilities, peaceful and great food. All in the surrounds of excellent forest and only 7km drive to the national park gate and the amazing forest and wildlife of Keang Krakan. Best nature lodge I have ever stayed at.

Stayed in February 2024

They arranged a pick up from the station who didn't turn up. We ended up in a grab taxi after an hour of waiting but it was for half the price so worked out fine.

We saw a slow loris next to the restaurant area, just coming to feed at the bird table which was crazy. Incredible wildlife at this place. The room was nice and clean with a large bed. There was universal chargers which helped with all the cameras. They would arrange for tour guides and trips and help with travel.

Stayed in November 2023

Breakfast spread only has bread n cereal. Should at least offer eggs

Nice clean lodge, near to national park, a restaurant with decent food. Close to nature and some trails around the lodge

Stayed in January 2024

Everything. Wonderful helpful staff, good location, good food etc

Stayed in January 2024

Pillows and mattress were not comfortable. Would have like two comfortable pillows.

The grounds, the food, the garden, the trails, the views, the sunset, the workers, the owners, the other travelers.

Stayed in January 2024

Amazing place for bird and nature lovers! I loved the birding, food and the owners and stuff are very nice. Nothing to complain about.

Stayed in November 2023

As the place is a bit remote (that's why we loved it), it's quite uneasy to reach and move around if you don't have your own car. Also, don't forget to withdraw some cash before you arrive

The staff is super friendly and the lodge is beautiful with big gardens full of wildlife. Very close to the national park. The owner was super kind to come and pick us up at Phetchaburi for a decent price and even organised for us a last minute guided visit in the park for the day after our arrival. The food was delicious (some of the veggies we had were grown in their own garden!) and the rooms super clean. Thank you for this amazing stay, we loved every minute of it !

Stayed in January 2024

No bicycles for rent. The guests are fully dependent on hotel's transportation. The fact that credit cards are not accepted is not convenient. No ATM close to the hotel to withdraw cash. The hotel needs a boat for people to be able to ride it on the lake. The canoe which the hotel has - is old and not really usable.

The location of the hotel in the middle of wild nature is great. There is a lake nearby. The place is close to the National Part entrance.

Stayed in December 2023

The location and the views here are wonderful. The prices at the restaurant are fair. The staff was friendly and helpful.

Stayed in December 2023

This is such a lovely place for birders and nature lovers. The area is beautiful, their grounds are well kept. You can walk in the garden, do a little nature trail and go to a nice viewpoint. Breakfast starts at 5.30, so after you can immediately go birding. We went 4 days with Games, a fantastic guide that showed us so much. We went to Kaeng Krachan, but also to other places such as Pak Thale. We saw the spoon-billed sandpiper there. Really special! Baan Maka can also bring you to some hides in the area for a reasonable price. That was also a nice experience. You can also go on a night walk around the property. The room is basic, bit has everything you need. The bed is really good and airco worked perfectly. After 6 nights, we still didn't want to leave. We might come back some other time, to see pitta's and broadbills in the nesting season. Thanks Games, Ian and staff for an amazing experience. Also a shout out to the chefs. The food is amazing. Try the som tam, coconut soup, spring rolls, vegetable tempura and panang!

Stayed in December 2023

Nice secluded place, beautiful grounds with large vegetable garden, good breakfast, friendly staff.

Stayed in December 2023

They only take cash when you arrive. So, be prepared!

This was the best place to stay. The staff was wonderful, the food was great and the wildlife experience was wonderful. Be sure to book your guides through Baan Maka. We did not and our experience was not as great as those that booked from the resort. They really know what they are doing.

Stayed in December 2023

Few choices for breakfast.

Location is near the national park about 20 min by car. The surrounding is full with nature. Good for birding and relaxing. Quiet environment well maintenance.

Stayed in December 2023

Location and the nature around. The organized night walks were very nice. Also possible to do your own walks on the terrain of the accommodation. National park not far away. Friendly staff

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

Good rooms. Lots of birdhides in the area. Nice National Parc. Dedicated service.

Stayed in November 2023