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Thailand
Koh Samui Thailand
Koh Samui, sometimes spelt as Ko Samui is the second largest island after Phuket
in Thailand
and just like Phuket,
it is a very popular island resort
for tourists from all over the world. You can read more about Koh
Samui tourist attractions here.
Koh Samui Hotels and Resorts
As a popular tourist destination, hotels and resorts catering to all budgets
are plentiful. We shall take a look at some of the more luxurious and
up-market resorts and hotels
in Koh Samui.
Le Paradis Boutique Resort & Spa - Le
Paradis Boutique Resort & Spa is a luxury resort located on Koh Samui's most
popular but crowded beach, the Chaweng Beach. The resort is set on a slightly
elevated ground by the beach and is surrounded by a tranquil lush tropical
garden amidst swaying coconut palms and banana trees. This gives the resort a
very typical traditional Thai village feel.
After a recent big scale makeover refurbishment, Le Paradis now consist
of 14 contemporary charming Thai villas and a number of guest-rooms with a
restyled restaurant, Karebu restaurant, which serves Thai as well as
international cuisines on a stunning beach front setting, a beachside swimming
pool and a health spa.
Anantara Resort Koh Samui – Managed by the
Anantara group, this is another high class up-market resort in Koh Samui and
is located on a quieter part of Bophut Bay which is only a short drive away
from the bustling Chaweng area.
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This resort hotel features 82 guest rooms, each with its own
private balcony overlooking the tropical island gardens and the beach.
Anantara also have18 Suites and 6 Royal Anantara Suites with the latter having
their own private swimming pools and terraces by the sea. Talking about
ultimate luxury and you may just find it in this hotel resort.
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The resort also offers sailing, fishing, waterskiing, canoeing,
windsurfing, scuba diving and other water sports and with expert instructions
to boot. For avid golfers, there are nearby golf courses to practice their
swings.
For guests who just want a bit of peace and tranquility, they can
enjoy a cocktail at the swim-up beach front swimming pool, enjoy a traditional
Thai massage or herbal scrubs at the Anantara Spa.
Buri Rasa Village – Buri Rasa Village can be
found on Chaweng Beach and is walking distance away from Koh Samui's major
shopping and tourist attractions. The Thai
boutique hotel resort is designed by an award winning architect and is
characterized by traditional Thai wooden houses set near a white sandy beach
amidst a tranquil tropical garden. It also have a sea front restaurant and
guests can dine with a magnificent sea view by day or have candlelight dinners
under romantic stars at night.
The resort can also organize excursions to other tourist attractions in
Koh Samui. Its swimming pool is rather unique with glistening fresh water
overflowing pool that gushes into the surrounding nature.
Briza Beach
Resort
& Spa – Briza Beach Resort is perhaps the epitome of luxurious resorts
in Koh Samui. The design of this hotel resort is said to be inspired by the
Srivijaya Empire.
The ultra luxury exotic beach resort is set against a backdrop of
swaying palm trees and forested hills which is flanked by white pristine
beaches and coves, lovingly bathed by the crystal clear waters from the Gulf
of Thailand
on Chaweng Beach.
The accommodations at Briza Beach Resort ranges from Pool Access Villas
to Beachfront Villas with private exclusive swimming pools. Every villa also
has a spacious private terrace. However, be forewarned that staying in this
resort can make a dent in your pocket. -
Koh Samui Resort Hotels was posted on 23 Nov 2007.
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