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Ark Bar Beach ResortvsSix Senses Samui
Both Ark Bar Beach Resort and Six Senses Samui are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Six Senses Samui scores significantly higher than Ark Bar Beach Resort. Six Senses Samui ranks #1 in Koh Samui with approval from 10 reviewers such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Ark Bar Beach Resort
Oyster
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
159/89 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Bophut, Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $45/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
OysterMid-Range
"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." Full review
Frommer's "Its two-story hotel rooms are squeezed into a narrow strip of gardens leading to the beach right in the heart of Chaweng, but they’re all equipped with air-con, minibar, and balconies" Full review
Lonely Planet "You’ll find two of every party animal at clean and well-tended 328-room Ark Bar – frat boys, chilled-out hippies, teenagers, 40-somethings and so on." Full review
Six Senses Samui
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
DK Eyewitness
Star Service Oyster
Fodor's
Mr & Mrs Smith
The Telegraph Frommer's Lonely Planet
9/10 Moo 5, Baan Plai Laem, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $436/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter "With a stay at Six Senses Samui in Koh Samui (Bo Put), you'll be convenient to Wat Plai Laem and Big Buddha Statue. This 5-star resort is within close proximity of Wat Phra Yai and Mini..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Each of the resort’s 66 villas... which cling to a palm-studded headland above the sea, is a pleasure dome of rustic luxury in polished hardwoods, bamboo, and creamy muslin." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The staff is extremely attentive and the food is excellent. This is probably one of the top three places for a luxurious stay on Ko Samui."
Star Service "Set behind a guarded gate, this small luxury bungalow complex enjoys end-of-the-road privacy." Full review
OysterLuxury
"One of Koh Samui's finest resorts, Six Senses Samui is a luxury villa property on the northeast tip of the island." Full review
Fodor's "From the moment that you're introduced to your private butler, you'll realize that this is not just another high-end resort—you're about to embark on an amazing experience." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "A rustic rainforest retreat in Koh Samui, the boutique hotel Six senses Samui offers luxurious and private wooden villas, each with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer stunning views." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"If you are looking for seclusion, style and a strong sustainability policy, Six Senses Koh Samui, positioned on a jungle-covered promontory above the bright white sands of Choeng Mon, is perfect." Full review
Frommer's "Set on a gently sloping headland among nine hectares (20 acres) of lush vegetation, this award-winning resort is an ideal honeymoon spot" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Set along a rugged promontory, Six Senses strikes the perfect balance between opulence and rustic charm, and defines the term ‘barefoot elegance’." Full review
