Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & SpavsAnantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort scores significantly higher than Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa. Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort is ranked #12 in Koh Samui with accolades from 6 publications like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and The Telegraph.
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa
208/1 Moo 4, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui 84310, Thailand
From $60/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"At the far northern end of Lamai, the Renaissance sits on its own secluded, private beach (two small beaches to be exact)." Full review
Jetsetter
"Quiet Laem Nan Beach escape with a pool, spa and easy access to Chaweng Beach nightlife." Full review
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And when hunger strikes, choose from four restaurants that offer a variety of Asian and Mediterranean fare.
Rough Guide
"Long, lofty villas, each with its own plunge pool, in lush, frog-filled gardens, or far cheaper rooms at the back with balconies and outdoor jacuzzis."
Oyster
Luxury
"Situated on a hill overlooking the Gulf of Thailand, this luxe, mid-sized resort has multiple restaurants and bars, a full-service spa, two pools, and a fitness center." Full review
Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort
92 / 1 Moo 2, North Chaweng Beach, Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $203/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter
"Romantic Anantara sleep on a quiet edge of Chaweng, with plunge pool villas and a treehouse restaurant." Full review
Rough Guide
"The design of this luxury hotel was inspired by Chinese merchants’ houses in Thailand in the last century, which gives a pleasing retro feel to the rooms, most of which have outdoor bathrooms."
Oyster
Luxury
"The Anantara Lawana Resort and Spa is a five-pearl luxury resort on Chaweng Beach with 122 rooms and villas." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Anantara Lawana Resort & Spa in Koh Samui honours the island’s first settlers with its Chinese design: birdcages in reception, shophouse architecture and calligraphy art." Full review
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Dinner is collaborative: we choose sashimi, three kinds of scallops, and steaks.
The Telegraph
9.0
"The Anantara Lawana is an attractive beach resort close to Samui’s nightlife." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Anantara’s stunning palanquin entrance satisfies fantasies of a far-flung oriental kingdom." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Its beach, truly private, has a bit of that Robinson Crusoe vibe...many of the rooms and villas come with shared or private plunge pools and semi-outdoor bathrooms.
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