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Buri Rasa Village SamuivsThe Library
Both Buri Rasa Village Samui and The Library are highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, The Library scores significantly better than Buri Rasa Village Samui. The Library comes in at 92 with praise from 12 reviews like Concierge, Condé Nast Traveler and Fodor's.
Buri Rasa Village Samui
Fodor's
Star Service
Oyster
Lonely Planet
11/2 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $106/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Buri Rasa manages to blend in well with the party aspect of the scene while still managing to feel like a bit of a relaxing getaway." Full review
"This popular beachfront resort sits near the wildly modern Library Hotel, less than a 15-minute drive from the airport, and with easy access by foot to that area's throbbing nightlife." Full review
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In the main dining area, choose from simple Western dishes or items off the spicy Thai menu.
Upscale
"This boutique, upper-middle-range beachfront hotel on the island of Koh Samui offers guests modern amenities in a location with ocean and city access." Full review
"True to its name, the resort feels like a small village, with raised wooden villas set in their own small gardens and an elegant beachside with massage pavilions and a jet-black granite pool." Full review
The Library
Concierge
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Mr & Mrs Smith Show All Reviews
14/1 Moo 2, Chaweng, Bophut, Ko Samui 84320, Thailand
From $157/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
"The bloodred-tiled pool is the dramatic centerpiece, with huge pillows and daybeds beside it. High white walls and black-lacquer floors provide museumlike backdrops for Thai antiques."
"This place is so fun that it's worth a visit for its amusingly hip decor—check out the white figures reading books on the lawn, inviting you to lounge as well." Full review
"A high-design hideaway dotted with artwork and sculptures on one of Koh Samui's best beaches." Full review
"In crowded Chaweng Beach, this 26-room hotel’s high style attracts a stream of beachcombers (prepare to show your key to the hotel gatekeeper)." Full review
"The minimalist white rooms are striking and the restaurant called The Page is excellent."
"Even from the airplane, this resort stands out on Koh Samui's crowded Chaweng Beach, thanks to its distinct and dramatic red-tile swimming pool." Full review
"High-concept design hotel, based around a library of books, DVDs and CDs with computer terminals."
Top Choice
"This place is too cool for school, which is ironic since it's called 'The Library'. The entire resort is a sparkling white mirage accented with black trimming and slatted curtains." Full review
Luxury
"With its superb design and striking red-colored swimming pool, The Library is arguably the hippest luxury beachfront resort in Koh Samui." Full review
"There’s nothing like relaxing on a beautiful beach with a good book, and the luxurious, modern The Library hotel set along Koh Samui’s famous Chaweng Beach takes this notion to the next level." Full review