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W Koh SamuivsBuri Rasa Village Samui
Both hotels are rated highly by experts. Overall, W Koh Samui ranks slightly better than Buri Rasa Village Samui. W Koh Samui has a TripExpert Score of 83 with recommendations from 7 publications including The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Star Service.
W Koh Samui
Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Star Service
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
4/1 Moo 1 Tambol Maenam, Surat Thani, Mae Nam, Koh Samui 84330, Thailand
From $209/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
"From the editors of Condé Nast Traveler:
Though W hotels typically wow with nifty design details, here the most eye-catching element is simply the view from the..."
99.6
"Though W hotels typically wow with nifty design details, here the most eye-catching element is simply the view from the hilltop lobby." Full review
"Bringing a long-lacking dose of mod design and youthful exuberance to this ever-popular Thai resort island, W Hotels’ first “Retreat” property in Southeast Asia hews to the brand’s urbane aesthetic." Full review
"True to W’s tradition, the bars at this retreat come with views and features so spectacular you won’t know where to look." Full review
"This stylish property is as hip as it gets, but most guests staying here expect cool style even before arriving." Full review
8.0
"A fun, fashionable resort with a prime location on the sugary shores of Maenam beach." Full review
"this resort sets a benchmark for sleek, design and a contemporary philosophy that is summed up in their “Whatever, whenever” policy to fulfill their guests’ every wish. " Full review
Luxury
"Situated on the northern coast of Koh Samui, on its own little stretch of sand that looks out on the sea, the five-pearl W Koh Samui is a hip and fun chain hotel with attention to stylish details." Full review
9.0
"Bold and stylish, the W Samui offers comfortable, funky villas with private pools along a fine white stretch of sand that’s perfect for swimming." Full review
"A bejewelled ‘W’ welcomes you as you walk through the lobby and encounter the spectacular infinity pool that leads your eyes to an endless horizon" Full review
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