Accommodation
The rooms
The Roomie
This is the largest and coolest room in the house. Shielded from the sunlight and set back away from the busy street, The Roomie’s ample space allows for comfortable lounging areas within the room, and the adjoining terrace provides views of the lush, tropical mountains and the infamous Guan Yu shrine.
The Boudoir
This eclectic Asian-themed room has bursts of vibrant colour accented by a sun-lit, spacious layout . A comfortable and ample king-size mattress and inspirational decor make this boudoir perfect for a writer with a lively personality and strong sense of style. With a writing desk and balcony access, this is one of the Castle’s most sought-after rooms.
The Aristocrat
This royal-inspired room nestled in the corner of the second floor is bright and stately. A queen-size bed sits atop a raised platform. The ample closet space, a writing desk, and the expansive space the mood for noble and stately creativity.
The Haven
Combining traditional Thai-style accommodation with chic decor and comfort, The Haven offers residents a cozy lair with a queen-size bed in the rear of the Castle, where the breeze and soothing sounds of the cicadas offer a relaxing backdrop for hours of writing.
The Cirque
This fun, festival-styled room is as colourful as it is cozy, with a vibrant palette and funky, modish curios sourced from all over Thailand. This room is ideal for someone inspired by dynamic and vivid decor.
The Cavalier
This Asian-inspired room, with its antique vibe and rich colour scheme, inspires deep thoughts and esoteric imagination. Located on the third floor, The Cavalier offers a queen-size bed and views of the sparkling Gulf of Thailand. .
Kitchen & Lounge areas
The Cuisinery
Our vibrantly-decorated kitchen reflects the sunny nature of our beautiful tropical island. This is the perfect place to start a yummy, luminous day and nourish your brain for optimal writing conditions. But don’t worry, our in-house chef will be doing most of the cooking, so you can focus on crafting beautiful prose.
Lounge area
This is your ultimate relaxation zone, perfect for chilling out and giving your mind a break after a challenging day of writing. You’ll fill your belly at our dining table with delicious, authentic Thai food prepared by our in-house chef, before retiring to the comfortable seating section where you can read, play board games with your fellow housemates, gossip, meditate, or even fall asleep! We won’t blame you if you do all of the above…
What our past residents have to say...
Joe Flaten
"I had the best time at this workshop. The people, the stories, the invaluable knowledge. I couldn't have asked for more well organized and professional team to help answer any and all questions regarding the dream job a "tropical writer". Truly a once in a life time opportunity to work with the greats!"
Nazia Tariq
"I have always enjoyed writing and was looking for creative writing courses when a friend directed me to this workshop and i signed up for it immediately. Through this workshop i not only gained insight and knowledge but also developed a strong network of friends who support, inspire and encourage each other to attain our goals as writers and bloggers." Read more...
Carolann Hughes @OneModernCouple.com
"Attending the Tropical Writers’ Workshop was one of the best decisions I ever made. My boyfriend, Macrae, and I started a travel and lifestyle blog and while in Bangkok we were told about the Tropical Writer’s Workshop on Koh Tao." Read more...