Soon after we were picked up. With tricycle assistance it is about a 5-10 minute ride due to foot-traffic and narrow roads. But, it is about a 15-20 minute trek on foot, not a problem if you like to walk.
Upon arrival, staff was very, very friendly, hotel grounds is beautiful, clean. But the best part of this cottage is the view of Cadlao Island. Our room was the beach-front cottage-just absolutely beautiful and a wonderful experience. The room is spacious, bed was comfortable and clean, mosquito net (something to get use to). There was a little loft area but never spent any time up there, AC in room. The patio was gorgeous with a hammock and nice wooden furniture. he bathroom was not my favorite. Great selection of breakfast and is served on the patio or on the beachfront, just be aware people will come around to sell things. Wifi was available in a communal space. Some cats and dogs roam the grounds, but super friendly and sweet. At night when the tide is high, you can hear the waves crashing against the barrier, it sounds like it's on the patio, it was amazing to fall asleep to. In the early morning the tide is so low you walk out on to the beach for a good hundred feet before you reach the water again, but a bit rocky.
Along the path to the hotel, the locals live around the area and you will also find little stores, as you're getting closer into the town there are restaurants down that path. At night it gets pretty dark and is not very well lit, bring a mini flashlight. But I still felt pretty safe. There are other hotels along the way. But I definitely would stay at the Golden Monkey Cottages again.
