All bookings are made with Island Property Services Co., Ltd and The Luxe Nomad (collectively known as “TLN”), acting as agents on behalf of the owners of the properties featured in the company website or via other platforms. The payment of any deposit for the booking shall be taken as confirmation of acceptance under the following terms and conditions.
1.1 Provisional Confirmation of Availability and Rates
Upon receipt of a request confirmation of availability, the applicable Villa rates and the amount of deposit required will be advised. Bookings will be made on a 'first-come, first-served' basis and must adhere to the minimum nights’ requirement according to the stay period, unless otherwise specified in the confirmation of availability. TLN reserves the right to decline a booking request without giving any reason. All published rates and extra beds are subject to 7.7% local and government taxes and 10% service charge.
1.2 Exclusions & Additional Charges
The rates do not include baggage handling, gratuities, telephone, fax and telegram charges, car rental, food, soft drinks and/or liquor, personal items, expenses due to any other third parties and any excessive cleaning required upon departure (such as upholstery or rug shampooing, etc.) or replacement of breakages. Fair wear and tear accepted.
1.3 Initial Deposit
1.4 Balance Payment
Payment can be made either via international bank transfer, nett of bank fees, or using TLN’s online payment gateway (3% processing fee (subject to 7% VAT) is applicable to any US issued cards and US based transactions). If the payment is made via bank transfer, a scanned copy of bank transfer or payment confirmation slip is required. For the avoidance of doubt, all bank charges and administration fees are to be borne by the client.
If TLN does not receive the balance by the due date, TLN reserves the right to cancel the booking and cancellation charges in accordance with Paragraph 3 will be applied.
If the booking is confirmed within thirty (30) days of the arrival date, the full amount of the Villa rental is to be paid at the time of booking and prior to the arrival.
If it becomes necessary to cancel the whole or any part of the booking by the Guests, TLN must be notified in writing in advance (email is acceptable). The cancellation will take effect from the date of the written confirmation is received by TLN.
The following cancellation charges will be applied depending on when the notification of the cancellation is received in writing by TLN and the period of stay in the Villa by the Guests:
Christmas and New Year Periods:
3.1 Amendments
An admin fee of USD 50 will apply in the event of refund and amendment to reservation. The above cancellation charges also apply if TLN cancels the booking due to non-payment of the balance. If the dates of the booking require to be changed or amended, this may be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and cancellation charges may apply.
Any change to the original reservation is subject to the approval of TLN. An early departure penalty will be subject to negotiation with TLN local Representative's Manager.
Guests should assume that the Check-In Time is 3:00 p.m. and Check-Out time is 11.00 a.m. Any early arrival or late departure will depend upon the availability of the Villa at the time of arrival or departure. An additional fee may be applicable and will be advised at the time of booking.
Guests are responsible for informing the correct arrival details (flight number) whenever an airport transfer is being offered as part of the booking.
Though it is unlikely that TLN will have to make any changes to the confirmed arrangements, it does occasionally happen, and TLN will advise the client at the earliest possible date. For any reasons beyond TLN’s control that could result in TLN being unable to provide the Guests with the Villa booked, TLN reserves the right to cancel the reservation.
For example, but not inclusive, if any properties are damaged or rendered unusable, TLN will endeavour to relocate the Guests to an alternative property for the period required but no guarantee is provided that this can be done. In the event that this is not possible, or if the Guests do not wish to be transferred, TLN will cancel the booking and refund in full, less any bank transfer charges, the amount paid to TLN for the Villa. TLN shall not be liable for any further obligations or claims by the Guest or client.
A security deposit may be payable to TLN with the payment of the balance or prior to arrival at the Villas. This is to cover the cost of any damage or breakages during the rental period of the Villas or their contents. It may also be used to cover the cost of the use of telephones and other services. Access to the Villas may be refused if security deposit is not paid in full.
The security deposit will normally be refunded at the end of the rental period, after deducting the cost of replacement or repair for any loss or damage to the Villa or its surrounds or contents caused during the rental period. The cost of replacement for any loss or damage to the Villa or its surrounds or contents will be based on the property’s inventory pricing as determined by TLN or the owner or owner’s representative of the property. If this cost cannot be reasonably determined prior to the Guest’s departure, TLN or the owner or the owner’s representative is entitled to withhold a reasonable estimate from the Guest’s security deposit, and will return any balance to the Guest as soon as possible after the actual cost has been determined. If the cost of replacement or repair for any loss or damage to the Villa or its surroundings or its contents caused during the rental period is above the security deposit amount, the Guest is fully liable to pay the remaining cost.
It is a mandatory condition of the booking that the entire party is covered by comprehensive All Risk Travel Insurance (including cancellation, flight delays, loss and damage to baggage and other property) and health insurance (including evacuation and repatriation coverage).
TLN or the owners of the rented properties should not be held liable by the client or the Guest and the Guest’s party against all claims including any accidents related to the use of the Villa facilities or locally procured third party services such as, but not limited to, watercraft, water sports, jeep or motorbike rental.
TLN shall not be responsible for any delay, additional expense or inconvenience caused directly or indirectly by events outside of TLN's control such as civil disturbances, fires, floods, severe weather, pandemic outbreak, Acts of God, acts of Government, etc.
By acceptance of this contract it is assumed by TLN that this requirement has and will be complied with in full.
Each Villa varies in standard, quality and finishing and there are differences in style and decor. Property descriptions as provided by TLN, on the website and elsewhere, are made in good faith.
TLN accepts no responsibility for any modifications made which are not mentioned on the website or anywhere else. TLN, the villa owner and/or the local representative cannot be held liable for the breakdown of the supply of water, or electricity, or internet connection nor of swimming pool filtration systems, though TLN will use its best endeavours to arrange for any such problems to be solved quickly.
If there are any problems during the rental period which could not be solved by dealing directly with the local villa staff, Guests can contact TLN or its local representative immediately and TLN will use its best endeavours to rectify the situation. It is understood that infrastructure, local standards and conditions are often of a less developed nature in a remote resort location than in more urban environments. TLN will do as much as can be reasonably expected to avoid and rectify any problems that may occur, but cannot be held responsible for any problems beyond its control.
Any complaints must be notified to TLN or its local representative within 24 hours of the occurrence giving rise to the complaint, and must then be notified in writing to TLN or LVH before departure. Should a problem that has been notified remain unsolved please make a complaint in writing to TLN within 14 days of the completion of the rental period. If the Villa is vacated before the end of the rental period without mutual agreement this may result in the loss of all rights to compensation.
No complaint will be considered if made after the departure date or if not acknowledged by the villa owner, TLN or the local representative.
The person paying the villa rental deposit is responsible for the correct and appropriate behaviour of the Guests staying at the Villa, as well as visitors to the Villa during the rental period. Should any member of the party behave in a manner considered inappropriate, either TLN, the villa owner or the local representative may at their absolute discretion ask the offending Guest or Guest’s party to vacate the Villa forthwith.
In such a case, this will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and no refund can be claimed from either TLN or the villa owners or the local representative.
It is also prohibited to act unlawfully in any way whatsoever and to bring in and/or use/consume any illegal substances. Any offenders will be brought to the local authorities.
In addition, in line with its moral duty and respect for the local employee, as well as for the safety of our valued guests, the Guests are not allowed to bring any person met on site back to the properties under any circumstances. The local managers reserve their right to request such persons to vacate the property at any time.
Some types of staff services shall be provided at the villas (i.e. Villa Manager, maid, handyman, Thai Chef). Additional services such as those of baby sitters and/or drivers can be sourced in advance or on site upon request, although such services cannot be guaranteed and depend on availability.
To book the additional service, Guests are recommended to provide an advanced notice as early as possible, especially during peak holiday seasons. Upon the notice, TLN or the local representative shall try its best to assist and allocate the service as requested. TLN or the local representative can assume no liability for such contracted staff. The rates for these services will be provided in advance and shall be paid as incurred directly to the Guest Relations Manager.
Linen and towels are provided at the Villas. These are normally changed every five (5) days. If Guests require more frequent changes, an extra charge shall be applied. Limited laundry facilities exist on site and charges are made per item. Outside services are also available with a service charge. The service charges must be paid at the time incurred or latest at the time of departure.
Personal safety deposit boxes are provided in all villas. Guests are strongly recommended to store their valuable items in the box such as passports, personal documents, laptop computers, cash, traveller's cheques, mobile phones, cameras etc.
Any valuables left at the property are the guest's sole responsibility. Neither TLN nor the owners nor the staff can be held responsible for any loss or damage of personal property.
It is advised for Guests to ensure that all doors and windows remain locked at night to avoid any temptation.
Guests are required to take due care when residing at the villas and be especially watchful of children playing in the gardens, near the entrance from the main road; near or in the pool or Jacuzzi, on the beach, or in the sea.
Furthermore, the Guest or the Guest’s party is not permitted to enter the Villas when they are wet from swimming as the floors can be slippery. Damage or injury arising as a result shall not be the responsibility of TLN, the Villa owners or the local representative in any way whatsoever.
The Client and/or Guests hereby acknowledge and agree that personal data (e.g. name, age, contact details, credit card details) given to TLN are collected and used for any or all of the following purposes:
The client and/or Guests agree that TLN may disclose their personal data for the following purposes:
The consent of the client and/or Guests to the collection, use and disclosure of personal data hereunder, shall remain valid until such time it has been withdrawn by the client and/or Guests in writing, or twelve (12) months after the termination of these Terms and Conditions. Any request made by the client and/or Guests to TLN to stop using and/or disclosing personal data for any or all of the purposes listed above shall be submitted to TLN in writing.
These Terms and Conditions and any contract to which they apply are governed in all respects by the laws of Hong Kong and only Hong Kong courts shall have jurisdiction in relation to any claim or dispute arising out of, or connected with them.
I/We agree to the above conditions and do hereby agree to the application of the above Terms and Conditions to our reservation.
Updated as of 17 October 2024