SAii Koh Samui ChoengmonvsMelia Koh Samui
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort ranks slightly higher than Imperial Boat House Beach Resort, Koh Samui. Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort comes in at #20 in Koh Samui with accolades from 4 reviewers like Oyster, Frommer's and Star Service.
SAii Koh Samui Choengmon
63/182 Moo 5, Hanuman Bay, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $152/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Luxury
"Outrigger Koh Samui (formerly the Akaryn Resort & Spa) is a luxury property in a quiet, secluded setting on Hanuman Bay." Full review
Star Service
"This resort, nestled in Hanuman Bay, claims to have intuition." Full review
Wallpaper
"The resort itself stakes a prime spot on Natai Beach, a stretch of sand that keeps winning rave reviews for its clean grains, pristine waters, and sunset views of the Andaman Sea." Full review
Frommer's
"The biggest benefit of staying at this swish resort is that the beach is nestled between two outcroppings of rocks, essentially making it private." Full review
Melia Koh Samui
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
Frommer's
"Even today, the concept is pretty unique: 34 authentic teak, dry-docked rice barges converted into charming free-standing suites." Full review
Lonely Planet
"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
Rough Guide
"The Boat House also offers good-value luxury rooms with balconies in more prosaic modern buildings, often filled by package tours."
Oyster
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
The Telegraph
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