28/1 Moo 3, Bophut, Surattahni, Chaweng, Thailand | (618) 248-8274
Gorgeous beachfront grounds filled with tropical greenery
Lovely Thai-style cottages
with terraces
Direct access to flat,
sandy beach with bar and beach service
Well-liked restaurant serving Thai and international cuisine
A la carte breakfast is included in room rates
Outdoor pool surrounded by
rocks, plants, and flowers
Spa offering massages and
body treatments
Free Wi-Fi and parking
Spotty Wi-Fi
Pool is small and has limited deck seating
Fee for airport transfers
Located on the quieter southern end of Chaweng
Beach, Poppies Samui is a classic, upper-middle-range property with 24 quaint cottages spread amid lush landscaping. Aside from a lovely stretch of sandy beach with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and drink
service, the property has a small outdoor pool. The
hotel’s restaurant earns good reviews for its tasty cuisine, and there’s a spa. It’s one of the nicer choices in the area, and plenty of repeat guests appreciate thoughtful touches like fresh fruit in the rooms and cakes in the
evening. Travelers seeking a larger and livelier resort with more amenities might want to check out the Nora Buri Resort & Spa, an upscale resort with three restaurants, three bars, and two infinity pools.
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Scene
Small beachfront resort with a laid-back vibe
Poppies Samui comprises 24 Thai-style cottages with
peaked roofs spread among a gorgeous landscape of wooden walkways, palm trees, waterfalls,
and a koi pond. There’s a small pool area with natural features like rocks and
leafy plants. Much like many properties in the area, the hotel's architecture is open to the landscaped greenery at nearly every turn. The look here favors classically formal Thai decor, and there are carved wood accents throughout, plus an abundance of marble in the hotel's lobby. Throughout the rest of the property, though, the vibe is decidedly relaxed, and there's a beachfront restaurant with open-air dining that features traditional Thai music and dance on certain nights. The flat, sandy beach has umbrellas and chairs -- an even more ideal spot for kicking back -- as well as a
beach bar with a thatched roof. Couples make up the lion's share of guests here, though some families do pass through as well.
Location
Quiet location at the southern end of Chaweng Beach
The hotel is on the
quieter southern end of four-mile Chaweng Beach. Other resorts are nearby, and
numerous shops and restaurants line the street outside of Poppies. The nightlife of central Chaweng is around a 20-minute walk or 10-minute drive from here, while Muay Thai kickboxing
at Hat Chaweng Boxing Stadium is a four-minute drive away. One of the island's more famous sights, the Big Buddha, takes about 20 minutes to reach by car, and the quaint Fisherman's Village is a 15-minute drive from the property. Samui
International Airport will take just over 10 minutes to reach by road.
Rooms
Thai-style cottages with wooden floors and sunken tubs
The hotel offers charming cottages with classically elegant Thai decor -- it's not the sleekest or most contemporary look, but everything is well-kept and has its charm. Expect to see beautiful wooden floors as well as lots of windows with leafy views. Off-white walls are hung with ornate wood carvings (and, unfortunately, advertisements for the hotel in some cases), while chunky furniture has classic Southeast Asian lines. There are nearly separate living areas in most cottages, with a day bed-style couch and wicker chair. Tile patios are furnished with chairs
where guests can enjoy the open air. All rooms have mini-fridges, air-conditioning, electric kettles for coffee or tea,
flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, though some guests find the Internet connection
spotty. Thoughtful touches like fresh fruit and evening treats are provided in
rooms. Spacious bathrooms are partially open to the outdoor rock gardens and have rainfall showers with sunken marble tubs. Toiletries and towels are provided.
Features
Sandy beach with bar, restaurant serving tasty cuisine, and small pool
Poppies Samui is located directly on a flat, sandy
beach with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a beach bar. The restaurant earns good reviews for its cuisine that includes international and Thai dishes with
plenty of seafood choices. A la carte breakfasts are included in the room rate and feature items like made-to-order eggs. A happy is offered on most nights, and the free occasional cakes are a hit as well. Live music and dance performances also take place on select nights at the hotel. A small outdoor pool and hot tub is available, but there's little area to sit on the deck, while a spa offers body treatments and massages. Diving lessons, golf outings, and excursions can be
arranged for a fee, and free parking is available. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, though it can be spotty. Unfortunately the hotel charges for airport transfers.
