Kirikayan Boutique Resort is an intimate mid-range property set on the quiet southern end of Chaweng Beach. Downtown nightlife and shopping hubs are within a 10-minute drive away. The hotel's biggest draw is its beachfront setting, which is great for swimming and water sports, and also has plenty of lounge chairs laid out for relaxing. Facilities include a large outdoor swimming pool with a swim-up bar, a multi-cuisine restaurant (free breakfast buffet), and poolside massage gazebos offering traditional Thai massages. The 32 guest rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Sunrise Jacuzzi Suites upgrade to ocean views and whirlpools. However, room interiors are dated and the decor is a bit kitsch. As an alternative hotel -- the larger Chaweng Cove Beach Resort has contemporary guest rooms.
Kirikayan Boutique Resort is an intimate mid-range property set on the quiet southern end of Chaweng Beach. Downtown nightlife and shopping hubs are within a 10-minute drive away. The hotel's biggest draw is its beachfront setting, which is great for swimming and water sports, and also has plenty of lounge chairs laid out for relaxing. Facilities include a large outdoor swimming pool with a swim-up bar, a multi-cuisine restaurant (free breakfast buffet), and poolside massage gazebos offering traditional Thai massages. The 32 guest rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi. Sunrise Jacuzzi Suites upgrade to ocean views and whirlpools. However, room interiors are dated and the decor is a bit kitsch. As an alternative hotel -- the larger Chaweng Cove Beach Resort has contemporary guest rooms.
This nine-room mid-range hotel is more B&B than resort; it offers a pretty little escape with quirky touches in the middle of the North Chaweng Beach area. Spacious rooms have modern amenities that include in-room computers with free Wi-Fi, while simple bathrooms have rainfall showers and chemical-free toiletries. Breakfast is included and there is a nice variety of cold buffet and made-to-order items. On the whole, this hotel is a surprisingly charming find for a reasonable price.
This nine-room mid-range hotel is more B&B than resort; it offers a pretty little escape with quirky touches in the middle of the North Chaweng Beach area. Spacious rooms have modern amenities that include in-room computers with free Wi-Fi, while simple bathrooms have rainfall showers and chemical-free toiletries. Breakfast is included and there is a nice variety of cold buffet and made-to-order items. On the whole, this hotel is a surprisingly charming find for a reasonable price.
The mid-range Coral Bay Resort, a 10-minute drive north of Chaweng, hides down a quiet beach road, creating a sense of exclusive seclusion. The 56 wooden bungalows -- with rustic, artsy interiors and stone-tile bathrooms -- are spread well apart from one another over 10 tropical acres. All include minibars, TVs, private verandas, and air-conditioning. The hotel has two restaurants, a beachside lounge, a swimming pool, and small spa. The does show a bit of wear and the beach isn’t Samui’s finest, but it's still a good choice for travelers looking to escape the crowds for a dose of greenery. For something closer to town with space for families, consider the Chaweng Regent Beach Resort, though rates will be higher.
The mid-range Coral Bay Resort, a 10-minute drive north of Chaweng, hides down a quiet beach road, creating a sense of exclusive seclusion. The 56 wooden bungalows -- with rustic, artsy interiors and stone-tile bathrooms -- are spread well apart from one another over 10 tropical acres. All include minibars, TVs, private verandas, and air-conditioning. The hotel has two restaurants, a beachside lounge, a swimming pool, and small spa. The does show a bit of wear and the beach isn’t Samui’s finest, but it's still a good choice for travelers looking to escape the crowds for a dose of greenery. For something closer to town with space for families, consider the Chaweng Regent Beach Resort, though rates will be higher.
Ark Bar Beach Resort is a mid-range hotel set along a scenic white-sand beach in the heart of downtown Chaweng's party district. The hotel has been hosting some of the island's wildest parties for over 15 years and holds free bi-weekly pool parties, with international DJs and fire dancers that often attract upwards of 1,000 partygoers. The 328 rooms have clean contemporary interiors and balconies. Facilities include three outdoor swimming pools, a multi-cuisine restaurant, and three bars. Guests should note that the hotel is loud, with rowdy party goers and nonstop music at almost all hours of the day and night. Another hotel worth considering is OZO Chaweng, a trendy property featuring a great range of facilities and a gorgeous white-sand beach.
Ark Bar Beach Resort is a mid-range hotel set along a scenic white-sand beach in the heart of downtown Chaweng's party district. The hotel has been hosting some of the island's wildest parties for over 15 years and holds free bi-weekly pool parties, with international DJs and fire dancers that often attract upwards of 1,000 partygoers. The 328 rooms have clean contemporary interiors and balconies. Facilities include three outdoor swimming pools, a multi-cuisine restaurant, and three bars. Guests should note that the hotel is loud, with rowdy party goers and nonstop music at almost all hours of the day and night. Another hotel worth considering is OZO Chaweng, a trendy property featuring a great range of facilities and a gorgeous white-sand beach.