Napasai, A Belmond Hotel, Koh SamuivsKamalaya Koh Samui
Both Belmond Napasai and Kamalaya Koh Samui are recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Belmond Napasai ranks significantly higher than Kamalaya Koh Samui. Belmond Napasai comes in at #6 in Koh Samui with endorsements from 8 sources like DK Eyewitness, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Napasai, A Belmond Hotel, Koh Samui
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
DK Eyewitness
"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."
Oyster
Luxury
"The Belmond Napasai is an all-villa luxury resort on the northern coast of Koh Samui island." Full review
Jetsetter
"All-villa tropical hideaway on Koh Samui's northern shore with a beach restaurant and a 24-hour infinity pool." Full review
Star Service
"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
Fodor's
"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
The Telegraph
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
Frommer's
"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
Lonely Planet
"Gorgeously manicured grounds welcome weary travellers as they glide past grazing water buffalo and groundsmen donning cream-coloured pith helmets." Full review
Kamalaya Koh Samui
102/9 Moo 3, Laem Set Rd, Na-Muang, Laem Set, Koh Samui 84140, Thailand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"When to go: Avoid only the October monsoons, when the steep hillsides get slippery.
Which room to book: Beachfront bungalows 46, 58, 59, and 60 (doubles, $323–$485, including..."
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When to go: Avoid only the October monsoons, when the steep hillsides get slippery.
Condé Nast Traveler
"A group of American hippies turned real estate entrepreneurs opened Kamalaya, a 59-room resort on the coconut palm–covered slopes of southern Koh Samui." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Samui's top wellness retreat sits on nine gorgeously lush acres on the tranquil southern coast." Full review
Gayot
"A destination wellness program complements the healing environment at this picturesque island resort."
Afar Magazine
"Thailand’s pioneering wellness retreat is known for its 3- to 14-day programs that address everything from burnout to sleep issues." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"A one-stop destination spa with spiritual undertones." Full review
Frommer's
"Located on the island’s quiet southern coast, Kamalaya feels like a (much-needed) escape from reality." Full review