The Sandalwood Luxury Villas is small hilltop retreat overlooking the sea. The 10 luxury villas are decorated in a traditional Thai style, and half of them have their own private infinity pools. The smallest have kitchenettes, while larger units (which can have up to four bedrooms) add full kitchens. There are also a fine-dining Thai restaurant, free breakfast, and an infinity pool with postcard views. The property is not in walking distance to the beaches, but the hotel provides a regular free shuttle service, along with a mobile phone to call for pick up anywhere on the island.
The Sandalwood Luxury Villas is small hilltop retreat overlooking the sea. The 10 luxury villas are decorated in a traditional Thai style, and half of them have their own private infinity pools. The smallest have kitchenettes, while larger units (which can have up to four bedrooms) add full kitchens. There are also a fine-dining Thai restaurant, free breakfast, and an infinity pool with postcard views. The property is not in walking distance to the beaches, but the hotel provides a regular free shuttle service, along with a mobile phone to call for pick up anywhere on the island.
Crystal Bay Beach Resort is a budget hotel located along a stunning white-sand bay, a 10-minute drive from downtown Lamai. Guests stay here solely for the beach, as there is little else to do in the immediate area, and the hotel is underwhelming and dated. Facilities include a narrow swimming pool, a beachfront massage space, and a restaurant with amazing ocean views. The 27 guest rooms start at no-frills budget crash pads, which are quite dingy and noisy. Upper-category rooms have balconies with ocean views, though are also aged. All rooms have air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. An added perk is that guests can use the lovely beachfront swimming pool at the hotel's neighboring sister property, Crystal Bay Yacht Club, which also offers nicer rooms for those looking to upgrade.
Crystal Bay Beach Resort is a budget hotel located along a stunning white-sand bay, a 10-minute drive from downtown Lamai. Guests stay here solely for the beach, as there is little else to do in the immediate area, and the hotel is underwhelming and dated. Facilities include a narrow swimming pool, a beachfront massage space, and a restaurant with amazing ocean views. The 27 guest rooms start at no-frills budget crash pads, which are quite dingy and noisy. Upper-category rooms have balconies with ocean views, though are also aged. All rooms have air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. An added perk is that guests can use the lovely beachfront swimming pool at the hotel's neighboring sister property, Crystal Bay Yacht Club, which also offers nicer rooms for those looking to upgrade.
The Kala Samui is an upscale boutique resort with a private sandy beach located between Chaweng and Lamai. The property has 32 spacious, minimalist rooms with wooden floors and thoughtful accents like Balinese stone soaking tubs. Eight duplex villas with private pools are also available. Hotel highlights include a restaurant serving tasty fusion cuisine, an infinity pool, and a spa. There's little within walking distance aside from other resorts, but the hotel offers free shuttle service to Lamai and Chaweng. The hotel is perched on a rugged hillside with lots of steps that can be tricky for some guests -- The Sarann, for instance, is a peaceful nearby property at the bottom of a hill and has a small fitness center, though lacks a nice beach.
The Kala Samui is an upscale boutique resort with a private sandy beach located between Chaweng and Lamai. The property has 32 spacious, minimalist rooms with wooden floors and thoughtful accents like Balinese stone soaking tubs. Eight duplex villas with private pools are also available. Hotel highlights include a restaurant serving tasty fusion cuisine, an infinity pool, and a spa. There's little within walking distance aside from other resorts, but the hotel offers free shuttle service to Lamai and Chaweng. The hotel is perched on a rugged hillside with lots of steps that can be tricky for some guests -- The Sarann, for instance, is a peaceful nearby property at the bottom of a hill and has a small fitness center, though lacks a nice beach.
The Centara Villas Samui is a small upscale property with a lovely beach and a secluded location a 15-minute drive from bustling Lamai Beach. With multiple pools, a restaurant, a lounge with live performances, a gym and a spa, there is a lot to keep guests busy. Shuttles to Chaweng and Lamai are convenient for exploring Koh Samui, but they aren't free. The 102 rooms have outdoor space, up-to-date amenities, and modern decor, but some are starting to show some wear, and water pressure can be a problem. It is a hilly property with lots of steps, so those with mobility issues may want to look elsewhere.
The Centara Villas Samui is a small upscale property with a lovely beach and a secluded location a 15-minute drive from bustling Lamai Beach. With multiple pools, a restaurant, a lounge with live performances, a gym and a spa, there is a lot to keep guests busy. Shuttles to Chaweng and Lamai are convenient for exploring Koh Samui, but they aren't free. The 102 rooms have outdoor space, up-to-date amenities, and modern decor, but some are starting to show some wear, and water pressure can be a problem. It is a hilly property with lots of steps, so those with mobility issues may want to look elsewhere.
X2 Koh Samui Resort is an upscale boutique hotel with 26 villas, excellent all-inclusive features, and a tranquil beachfront location along the sleepy Hua Thanon Beach, a 15-minute drive from Lamai. All room rates include one free spa treatment per day, Champagne breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, and shuttles to Lamai and Chaweng. Villas feature an ultra modern look, chic interiors, and luxe amenities like espresso machines, smart phones, and iPod docks. One- or two-bedroom villa options are available and have either private plunge pools or garden courtyards. Communal facilities include a large outdoor swimming pool, a multi-cuisine restaurant with ocean views, a full-service spa, and a small fitness center. As an alternative hotel with lower rates, Sensimar Koh Samui features a picturesque white-sand beach, an excellent range of facilities, and is an adult-only property.
X2 Koh Samui Resort is an upscale boutique hotel with 26 villas, excellent all-inclusive features, and a tranquil beachfront location along the sleepy Hua Thanon Beach, a 15-minute drive from Lamai. All room rates include one free spa treatment per day, Champagne breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, and shuttles to Lamai and Chaweng. Villas feature an ultra modern look, chic interiors, and luxe amenities like espresso machines, smart phones, and iPod docks. One- or two-bedroom villa options are available and have either private plunge pools or garden courtyards. Communal facilities include a large outdoor swimming pool, a multi-cuisine restaurant with ocean views, a full-service spa, and a small fitness center. As an alternative hotel with lower rates, Sensimar Koh Samui features a picturesque white-sand beach, an excellent range of facilities, and is an adult-only property.