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Bandara Resort and Spa, SamuivsBanyan Tree Samui
Both Bandara Resort & Spa and Banyan Tree Samui are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Banyan Tree Samui ranks significantly better than Bandara Resort & Spa. Banyan Tree Samui has a TripExpert Score of 84 with recommendations from 7 publications including Lonely Planet, Star Service and Jetsetter.
Bandara Resort and Spa, Samui
Fodor's
Frommer's
Oyster
178/2 Moo 1, Tambol Bophut, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $58/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Bandara gets high marks for its location on the nicest stretch of Bophut Beach." Full review
Frommer's "Bandara has a range of villas, standard, and deluxe rooms that flank a main courtyard area, and a good-sized, raised pool." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Bandara Resort & Spa is an upscale property with a private beach, located on a busy road and within walking distance of Fisherman's Village." Full review
Banyan Tree Samui
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Rough Guide Oyster
The Telegraph Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
99/9 Moo 4, Lamai Beach, Maret, Ko Samui 84310, Thailand
From $360/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Jetsetter "It’s not often that this travel writer gets picked up at the airport by a Mercedes. But it was my first indication of the impressive details that set Banyan Tree Samui apart." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The party-happy sands of Chaweng are just over the ridgeline to the north of Banyan Tree’s private, palm-lined bay, part of a hidden valley on the eastern shore of Koh Samui." Full review
Star Service "Built on a steep hill, like the superior Four Seasons, this resort sprawls its villas down the slope toward the waterfront with exceptional views along the way." Full review
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Ask for units 1 through 4 in this category, even though the staff is shy about providing the resort map and promising certain villas.
Rough Guide "Occupying a steep-sided, landscaped valley, with towering views of Chaweng from the lobby bar, Banyan Tree provides the height of luxury in its beautiful, stilted pool villas."
OysterLuxury
"The 88-villa Banyan Tree Samui is an intimate, ultra-luxury property that draws those seeking an exclusive taste of the high life." Full review
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However, those wishing to explore the island can request free shuttle service to nearby towns.
The Telegraph9.0
"The Banyan Tree Samui is a world of its own." Full review
Fodor's "Surrounding the beach are the 88 stunning villas, poking discretely out of the mountains, set against lush forest, and waiting for the morning sun to hit them." Full review
Lonely Planet "Phuket’s most prestigious address has set up a sister property along the secluded northern sands of Lamai." Full review
Michelin Guide "This hotel occupies its coastline in style — with 78 villas nestled in the hills overlooking a private inlet, it’s a self-contained ecosystem of refinement...each spacious villa boasts a plunge pool" Full review
Travel + Leisure "If you want a full resort experience, I like Banyan Tree Samui for its private beach and spectacular rooms.""
