Resorts in Koh Samui

"Gorgeous views and a very green, well-maintained territory. Cleaning is excellent. Linens and towels are changed daily. The room is very clean. Breakfasts are fantastic. They prepare different types of eggs, pancakes, and offer cheese, cured sausage, vegetables, greens, ready-made dishes, and lots of fruit. The coffee is bad, but that's the only downside of the breakfasts. It's great to sunbathe by the pool; there are comfortable sun loungers, and you can order drinks and food. The music is pleasant and not too loud. The pool water temperature and showers are nice. Massages are slightly more expensive than elsewhere, literally by only 200 baht. CONS. 1. You can't take more than 1 towel at the pool. This is absolute nonsense. One towel isn't enough to cover the whole sun lounger, and it's impossible to touch the scorching hot faux leather. Just buy more towels; you're washing them anyway. What's the problem with one more or two? I really don't see the issue! 2. Internet. It didn't work at all in our room. There are apps and YouTube on the TV, but you can't watch movies because there's no internet, even though they give you the Wi-Fi password. It only works in the restaurant and by the pool. 3. The staff is excellent, EXCEPT for the older man with glasses by the pool (photo attached). He constantly has a sour face as if everyone owes him something. Disgusting. Unfriendly. Customer service is ZERO. He needs to be retired with that attitude! 4. The sea. It's non-existent. It's a quarry. Take a 3-minute ride to Chaweng, that's where the beach is. White, fine sand, turquoise water. Here, it's yellow, coarse sand, all rocks; you can't swim without a mask. Even getting in is difficult. So, if you love swimming in beautiful water, this isn't the place. And if you use a mask, which they provide for free here, it's not Zanzibar or the Maldives; it's not that beautiful, and there's not much to see. 5. Flies in the restaurant! This is absolutely horrific. There are 5-8 of them flying over your plates. And don't tell me it can't be dealt with. I refuse to believe that a guest in a 5-star hotel should sit swatting flies. Put some small repellents on the tables. They cost pennies, but they solve the problem. 6. The air conditioning in the room roars like a plane taking off. It's impossible to adjust it properly. It has no quiet mode. Replace this old thing with new ones; it's not that expensive either. 7. Near the building where our room 406 was, there's a smoking area for staff. We have to walk past this spot every day, and it's dirty, with trash everywhere, as if it's not hotel property but a backyard in a village. 8. Water temperature fluctuations in the shower. There are only two options: scalding hot or freezing cold. It's impossible to get a medium temperature."

"The room I got had a beautiful view overlooking Lamai Beach, it was perfect! Highly recommend it, the price is good and it's great value for money. Plus, all the snacks and drinks are free."

"In the heart of Lamai the hotel is perfect, stretching between the town through road and the beach, the hotels pool is standout, utterly beautiful. The beach side massages are amazing, a must do. The rooms are a little tired but clean and tidy. After losing our booking, we were held at reception for an hour on arrival, while the recovered the booking that had been given to other guests, not the best of starts, but it must happen on occasion. Lamai was the right choice for us, loads to see and do, with rides out on the bhat buses to visit the other resorts. Would return to this location one of the nicest places in Thailand"

"Beautiful looking hotel, quiet and relaxed but also just a short scooter ride away from Fisherman’s village. For everyone confused about the beach situation: there is a long bit of beach by the hotel. The hotel itseld doesn’t have beds on the beach itself, however, the beds are just above and around the pool area that overlooks the beach. If you wanna lay on the beach, in the morning there is high tide so you won’t be having much sand to lay on, still good for a swim. In the afternoon/evening there is low tide so you can put your towel down easily."

"The hotel's excellent location, essentially between two beaches, is ideal. The main drawback, in our opinion, is the lack of beach chairs and umbrellas on Chaweng Noi Beach from this hotel. Guests are forced to either walk to the main Chaweng Beach or wander around Chaweng Noi without an umbrella."

"First Bungalow beach resort has a fantastic location on the quiet side of Chaweng Beach. Rooms are tired and need updating. Walk in showers would be a plus - anyone with mobility issues would struggle to get into the tub/shower. Cleaning is adequate. A plentiful breakfast is included but is mostly the same offering every day. Coffee is barely drinkable. Pool area and beach area is fantastic! Staff work hard to help where they can. Definitely a budget hotel but within walking distance of many fantastic restaurants."

"Not a bad hotel, but it's definitely geared more towards fishing. The rooms were cleaned every day, and the pool was really great – super clean. There were lovely cats around, two or three families worth, with lots of kittens, which created a nice, pleasant atmosphere. There are plenty of cheap Thai restaurants nearby, but getting anywhere else (like Chaweng or Lamai) takes at least 20+ minutes by moped. The breakfasts were laughable; if anyone actually paid for them, I'd feel sorry for them. They're quite expensive for what you get. The quality isn't bad, but for this kind of hotel, it's genuinely ridiculous. Each guest gets to choose one dish from a menu. We stayed for a week, and by the fourth day, we were already getting tired of it. But then again, it depends on what you're looking for. Overall, I'd recommend it."

"What a pleasant surprise! This was the cheapest hotel we stayed at during our Chinese New Year trip to Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. While it's not a Banyan Tree, the hotel's service, rooms, and food were all excellent. We had all our meals at the hotel, and even though it's halfway up a mountain, there's absolutely no need to bring your own food. The hotel restaurant serves delicious and affordable dishes; we paid less than 100 RMB per person. I highly recommend the Pad Thai – it's fantastic! Breakfast is à la carte, with tea, coffee, and eggs prepared in various ways. There are also poolside activities with an instructor leading aerobics. You can just lie on a beach chair and gaze at the sea, and our room balcony also faced the ocean. The spa was very reasonably priced. The room was huge; the tatami area in the living room could easily sleep three more people, haha. Besides needing a taxi to go anywhere, everything else was perfect. It's a great option if you're staying in Koh Samui for a longer period and want to pair it with a high-end hotel, or if it's your first time in Koh Samui and you plan on taking island excursions. During Chinese New Year, it felt like it was mostly foreigners, with very few Chinese guests. The front desk staff and servers were all very nice, always ready to pick us up with a buggy or help with luggage. We were even greeted with towels and tea upon arrival – the service was absolutely superb!"

"Lamai Beach Resort – Relaxing Beachfront Stay we had a very pleasant stay at Lamai Beach Resort. The location is excellent, right on Lamai Beach, with beautiful sea views and easy access to the beach. The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The bed was comfortable, and the room had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. we especially enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and the sound of the sea. The staff were friendly, polite, and always helpful, making us feel very welcome throughout our stay. The resort grounds are well kept, and the overall atmosphere is calm and relaxing. This resort is perfect for anyone looking for a comfortable beachfront stay in Lamai. I would definitely recommend Lamai Beach Resort and would be happy to stay here again."

"We really liked the Utopia Resort. It was clean, well-maintained, and quiet. We stayed in a bungalow overlooking the pool. The sea was 20 meters away, and the water was clear and warm. Low tide was only 2 meters. The room was cleaned every day, towels were changed, and water was replenished every day! The staff was friendly and always answered all our questions. Sun loungers and beach towels were free for hotel guests. We didn't have meals, and it didn't bother us at all, as there were plenty of cafes around, a night market behind the bridge, and we could eat in the hotel restaurant. We always had our own breakfast. We bought yogurts, bread, cheese, and bacon at 7:11. In the morning, we drank coffee and ate fruit and sandwiches by the pool. We had the best massage therapists at the hotel. We tried many salons around, but no one does it better than ours. In 10 days, they put me on my legs, I got a pinched nerve. The hotel is quiet, at 6:00 pm all life stops), but if you want fun, there are lots of bars around! I recommend the hotel!"