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Crystal Dive Resort

Mae Haad Beach, Koh Tao 84280, Thailand
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Crystal Dive Resort
Ranked #19 of 45 hotels in Koh Tao
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Had a good stay at Crystal. The price was the same as other dive resorts and included accommodation which was decent. We did our Open water & advanced open water dive certificate with the very experienced instructor Ozzy Darcy (also Alex). Highly recommend having your certificate with Ozzy or Alex since we had an overall great experience together.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW via mobile

From the start, Franck and Tariq our instructors made our 4 days open water course informative, interesting and exciting. They really couldn't do any more for us. The resort is perfectly located right near the pier with a restaurant, bar, private swimming pool and basic but confortable huts to accommodate divers. Thank you Crystal!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013 via mobile

Got our open water certs over 4 days following the full moon party. Our instructor was good and very thorough felt safe and professional. Diving was great. Cons: not so great service. When I asked simple questions I was told to refer to my instructor even if I was asking another instructor he wouldn't be bothered. Day 3 we waited... More

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Koh Samui, Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

We were 4 people (3 Open Water & 1 Advanced) and stayed 3 nights in a clean room in the center near Sairee beach. 4 days to learn how to dive like a responsible diver, that was our goal and Olly, our french instructor, was "the one" to do this job ! He was truly a very good teacher, taking... More

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Bangkok, Krung Thep, Thailand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

I had a great time completing my open water course with Jenny as my instructor. The was a blast and, as far as I could tell, the rest of the staff there was awesome and was always excited to be around. The bungalows were nothing special and I was not too impressed with the theory part of the course. But... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

I had booked a 4 nights stay at Crystal to do my open water. I ended up staying there a lot longer, because I had so much fun. When I left Crystal I had finished my advanced open water course, and NITROX and deep specialty. I really appreciate that I got the same instructor through all my courses. Thank you... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

I stayed at Crystal Dive resort for 5 nights, 23rd-28 February. I completed my Open Water dive course and had an absolutely amazing time... I am incredibly glad I picked Crystal for my first time diving. All the staff are incredibly friendly and Kenji, my dive instructor, was brilliant! On the downside, the accommodation isn't great and is overpriced when... More

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Crystal was recommended by a friend and was a fantastic addition to a long overdue holiday. Instructors (Allie, Johannes, Jordan, Richard, Manu) were very professional, which is what it's all about when you are learning. Felt completely comfortable and safe at all times and there was also generally a fun atmosphere. Seemed to be well run at an upper management... More

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Koh Tao, Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

My wife and I came here so I could learn to dive - and what a place to learn in!! I It is a beautiful tropical island and the marine life is 1st class. Everyone I met had a huge smile - from instructors to guests and people are here to enjoy themselves. The rooms are basic, so do not... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

We have just completed a family diving holiday with Crystal and were very impressed with the refresher course run by Casper (for the parents) and the junior open water course for 2 boys (13& 15) run by Allie. Great safe, friendly instruction and diving in good locations. Booking over the Internet was easy and very helpful staff in the diving... More

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Additional Information about Crystal Dive Resort

Also Known As:
Crystal Dive Hotel Koh Tao
Crystal Dive Hotel
Address: Mae Haad Beach, Koh Tao 84280, Thailand
Region: Thailand > Surat Thani Province > Koh Tao
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
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Ranked #19 of 45 hotels in Koh Tao
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
PADI Scuba Diving Resort and Career Development Center. All PADI dive courses, diving internships and pro-level development. Resort, dive center and accommodation options for all budgets. ... more   less 

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