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.
Marine Bungalows is a 39-room, budget homestay, located along a picturesque white-sand beach in downtown Chaweng, near restaurants, nightclubs, and shops. The wooden bungalows are basic and somewhat rundown, though are priced with backpackers in mind and include balcony seating areas plus en-suite bathrooms. Bungalow options are offered with air-conditioning or fan-only configurations. VIP Beachfront Rooms have comfy lounges, kitchenettes, and ocean views. The beach is lined with lounge chairs and a small massage shack offering Thai massage. Although a great area to relax or go for long walks it is too shallow to swim. The only facility is a beachfront restaurant and bar, which serves simple Thai and Western meals. As an alternative hotel -- First Bungalow Beach Resort, features modern rooms, a gorgeous white-sand beach, and a large freeform swimming pool.
Marine Bungalows is a 39-room, budget homestay, located along a picturesque white-sand beach in downtown Chaweng, near restaurants, nightclubs, and shops. The wooden bungalows are basic and somewhat rundown, though are priced with backpackers in mind and include balcony seating areas plus en-suite bathrooms. Bungalow options are offered with air-conditioning or fan-only configurations. VIP Beachfront Rooms have comfy lounges, kitchenettes, and ocean views. The beach is lined with lounge chairs and a small massage shack offering Thai massage. Although a great area to relax or go for long walks it is too shallow to swim. The only facility is a beachfront restaurant and bar, which serves simple Thai and Western meals. As an alternative hotel -- First Bungalow Beach Resort, features modern rooms, a gorgeous white-sand beach, and a large freeform swimming pool.
Hidden away on a quiet stretch of beach on Koh Samui's southwestern coast, the 21-room Sunset Beach Resort & Spa is an intimate and luxurious getaway far from the island's tourist hustle and bustle. Each room -- from the scenic Jacuzzi Rooms to the romantic Beachfront Pool Villas -- is bright, airy, and tastefully outfitted in natural woods and traditional Thai crafts; all have outdoor space, the villas have outdoor showers, and all but the private garden villas have ocean views. The serene pool has a swim-up bar, bicycles are available to borrow, the spa has outdoor treatment pavilions, and the restaurant's cuisine is top-notch. Even the second-floor gym has floor-to-ceiling windows with unobstructed ocean views.
Hidden away on a quiet stretch of beach on Koh Samui's southwestern coast, the 21-room Sunset Beach Resort & Spa is an intimate and luxurious getaway far from the island's tourist hustle and bustle. Each room -- from the scenic Jacuzzi Rooms to the romantic Beachfront Pool Villas -- is bright, airy, and tastefully outfitted in natural woods and traditional Thai crafts; all have outdoor space, the villas have outdoor showers, and all but the private garden villas have ocean views. The serene pool has a swim-up bar, bicycles are available to borrow, the spa has outdoor treatment pavilions, and the restaurant's cuisine is top-notch. Even the second-floor gym has floor-to-ceiling windows with unobstructed ocean views.
The InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort is a 79-room property overlooking one of the most beautiful ocean views in Koh Samui. This ultra-posh, luxury resort is certainly one of the most gorgeous in Thailand. The Villas, Suites, and Ocean View rooms all come with wonderful terraces, large bathtubs, and plenty of elegant touches. There are also seven swimming pools, a large beach area, Water Sports Centre, and several restaurants and bars. It's almost a world unto itself, drawing everyone from families to honeymooners. The only drawbacks of the resort are its distance from the main centers of Chaweng and Lamai, and the price tag. But for guests who can afford to splurge, it's a superb choice.
The InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort is a 79-room property overlooking one of the most beautiful ocean views in Koh Samui. This ultra-posh, luxury resort is certainly one of the most gorgeous in Thailand. The Villas, Suites, and Ocean View rooms all come with wonderful terraces, large bathtubs, and plenty of elegant touches. There are also seven swimming pools, a large beach area, Water Sports Centre, and several restaurants and bars. It's almost a world unto itself, drawing everyone from families to honeymooners. The only drawbacks of the resort are its distance from the main centers of Chaweng and Lamai, and the price tag. But for guests who can afford to splurge, it's a superb choice.
Centra Coconut Beach Resort is a mid-range resort tucked away on the far southwestern coast of Koh Samui, the least developed area of the island. While it's far from the main bar and restaurant spots, it's ideal to get away from the crowds. The resort features slightly worn Villas and rooms set around two swimming pools. Rooms are nothing special, but do come with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and DVD players; some have direct pool access. In addition to the swimming pools, there is a tiny fitness center (just a few cardio machines), a spa, and a bistro restaurant and bar next to the beach. While it isn't the most elegant spot and the beach isn't Samui's best, the prices aren't outrageous compared to some of the other properties in the neighborhood.
Centra Coconut Beach Resort is a mid-range resort tucked away on the far southwestern coast of Koh Samui, the least developed area of the island. While it's far from the main bar and restaurant spots, it's ideal to get away from the crowds. The resort features slightly worn Villas and rooms set around two swimming pools. Rooms are nothing special, but do come with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and DVD players; some have direct pool access. In addition to the swimming pools, there is a tiny fitness center (just a few cardio machines), a spa, and a bistro restaurant and bar next to the beach. While it isn't the most elegant spot and the beach isn't Samui's best, the prices aren't outrageous compared to some of the other properties in the neighborhood.
Sunset Coast Samui Resort is an upscale hotel set along a tranquil white-sand beach on the southern coast of Samui, a 50-minute drive from Chaweng's nightlife scene. The area is fairly isolated, but has plenty on offer for nature lovers. There are 47 ultra modern suites and luxe private Pool Villas; Beachfront Villas feature lounges, kitchenettes, plunge pools, and direct beach access. Hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, multi-cuisine restaurant, beachfront bar in a vintage VW van, and a gym. Freebies include Wi-Fi, breakfast, and shuttles to Lamai. Another hotel in the area worth considering is X2 Koh Samui Resort - All Spa Inclusive, an all-villa hotel which includes free spa treatments with all room bookings.
Sunset Coast Samui Resort is an upscale hotel set along a tranquil white-sand beach on the southern coast of Samui, a 50-minute drive from Chaweng's nightlife scene. The area is fairly isolated, but has plenty on offer for nature lovers. There are 47 ultra modern suites and luxe private Pool Villas; Beachfront Villas feature lounges, kitchenettes, plunge pools, and direct beach access. Hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, multi-cuisine restaurant, beachfront bar in a vintage VW van, and a gym. Freebies include Wi-Fi, breakfast, and shuttles to Lamai. Another hotel in the area worth considering is X2 Koh Samui Resort - All Spa Inclusive, an all-villa hotel which includes free spa treatments with all room bookings.
