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Centara Reserve SamuivsBanyan Tree Samui
Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, Banyan Tree Samui is preferred by most writers compared to Centara Grand Beach Resort Samui. Banyan Tree Samui has a TripExpert Score of 84 with endorsements from 7 reviewers such as Condé Nast Traveler, Star Service and Jetsetter.
Centara Reserve Samui
Frommer's
Oyster
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
38/2 Moo 3, Borpud, Chaweng Beach, Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $244/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "Off-season discounts make the resort a very reasonable choice considering the quality." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Centara Grand Beach Resort is a luxury beachfront resort offering 203 rooms and suites with ocean views and/or private plunge pools." Full review
Fodor's "This spacious resort has more amenities than any other resort on Chawaeng Beach." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"While the lobby exudes formal grandeur, standard rooms are a little small, but the garden, shaded by soaring palm trees and dotted with pools, offers perfect tropical holiday vibes." Full review
Lonely Planet "A massive, manicured compound in the heart of Chaweng, but the palm-filled property is so large that you can safely escape the streetside bustle." 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.""
