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Melia Koh SamuivsNapasai, A Belmond Hotel, Koh Samui
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Belmond Napasai scores significantly better than Imperial Boat House Beach Resort, Koh Samui. Belmond Napasai has a TripExpert Score of 89 with accolades from 8 reviewers like DK Eyewitness, The Telegraph and Jetsetter.
Melia Koh Samui
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Oyster
The Telegraph
83 Moo 5, Choeng Mon Beach, Bophut, Choeng Mon, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Even today, the concept is pretty unique: 34 authentic teak, dry-docked rice barges converted into charming free-standing suites." Full review
"This sophisticated retreat has a three-storey hotel and several free-standing bungalows made from imported-teak rice barges whose bows have been transformed into stunning patios." Full review
"The Boat House also offers good-value luxury rooms with balconies in more prosaic modern buildings, often filled by package tours."
Upper-middle-range
"The 210-room Imperial Boat House Beach Resort is a three-and-a-half-pearl property situated right on the beautiful Choeng Mon Beach with multiple dining options within walking distance." Full review
8.0
"Thirty traditional riverboats turned into sumptuous suites are the highlight of this family-friendly resort on Koh Samui’s northeastern tip" Full review
Napasai, A Belmond Hotel, Koh Samui
DK Eyewitness
Oyster
Jetsetter
Star Service
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
65 / 10 Baan Tai, Maenam Beach, Mae Nam, Koh Samui 84330, Thailand
From $159/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"The Thai-style villas here are luxurious but not over the top. There is an infinity pool on the beach, but each villa has its own private plunge pool."
Luxury
"The Belmond Napasai is an all-villa luxury resort on the northern coast of Koh Samui island." Full review
"All-villa tropical hideaway on Koh Samui's northern shore with a beach restaurant and a 24-hour infinity pool." Full review
"This former plantation isle now has almost more acreage sown in luxury hotel accommodations and private multimillion-dollar villas than in coconut palms." Full review
"The name means "clear sky," and if you book a beachfront room you can enjoy the view of both the sky and the sea from your outdoor terrace, from inside your room, or even from your bathtub." Full review
8.0
"Set in immaculate gardens alongside a beautiful bay in a tranquil corner of Koh Samui, the Belmond Napasai's superlative location will instantly make you forget the outside world." Full review
"Though isolated, it is gorgeously self-contained. A top spa and good in-house dining make it a plum choice for well-heeled romantics." Full review
"Gorgeously manicured grounds welcome weary travellers as they glide past grazing water buffalo and groundsmen donning cream-coloured pith helmets." Full review