De Capoc Resort
by the TopOfHotel team
De Capoc is a minimalist-design resort that's quiet and private with an outdoor pool — made for design-minded couples.
De Capoc is a minimalist-design resort that's quiet and private with an outdoor pool — made for design-minded couples.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
De Capoc Resort positions itself as a minimalist-design stay, and it carries the idea all the way through: earth-tone buildings and clean lines that blend into the nature around them. The rooms are spacious and clean, pulling in plenty of natural light, with a relaxed feel that makes you want to slow down and stay in with your partner all day. One thing to know up front — some rooms have no sofa or lounge corner inside, so if you like a spot to sit with a coffee together in the room, check the room type before you book.
Food and amenities
The standout, and something you don't find often in Khao Kho, is the outdoor pool, set to take in the view — an easy place for couples to sit and look out at the mountains. In winter the water turns very cold, so plenty of guests choose to lounge beside it rather than swim. There's an on-site restaurant with Thai and Western breakfast options. The one limit guests agree on is that there's only one restaurant, so meal choices inside the resort are fairly few.
Location and getting there
De Capoc sits in Khao Kho, set back off the main road, which is what makes it so quiet and private — good for couples who want to get away from the noise and properly switch off. It's about 6 km from the viewpoints. The small road into the resort is bumpy in places; a regular sedan can manage it, but you'll want to drive slowly and take particular care in the rain.
Things to know before booking
Three honest notes. The access road in is bumpy in stretches, so go slow. There's only one on-site restaurant, which keeps dining options limited — plan to eat out for some meals. And some rooms come without a sofa or lounge seating, so if in-room seating matters, confirm the room type first. None of these are deal-breakers, but they're worth knowing going in.
Our take
De Capoc Resort suits design-minded couples who want a minimalist, quiet, private stay and like the idea of a resort with an outdoor pool. Rooms run roughly $70 to $145 a night, and it lands as one of the stays couples talk about most warmly in Khao Kho. If your trip is about the two of you and good design, with the calm to match, this is a strong pick.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- Minimalist earth-tone design that melts into the surrounding nature — reviewers single out the architecture for praise.
- Reviews describe clean, spacious rooms with a relaxed feel and pretty views.
- A quiet, private resort — ideal for couples who actually want to switch off rather than be near a crowd.
- An outdoor pool, which is uncommon among Khao Kho resorts and a real draw here.
- Staff are praised as attentive, caring, and professional.
- Reviewers note the small access road into the resort is fairly bumpy in places — drive slowly, and take extra care in the rain.
- There's only one on-site restaurant, so your dining options inside the resort are limited.
- Some rooms have no sofa or lounge seating, so if you like a spot to sit with coffee in the room, check the room type before booking.
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Insider Tips
- Drive slowly on the access road into the resort — reviewers say it's bumpy in stretches.
- Plan to find a restaurant or two outside the resort, since there's only one on site.
- In winter the pool water gets very cold, so it's better as a spot to sit beside and take in the view with your partner than to swim.