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The Scent HotelvsMelia Koh Samui
The Scent Hotel and Imperial Boat House Beach Resort, Koh Samui are both praised by expert reviewers. Overall, The Scent Hotel scores marginally higher than Imperial Boat House Beach Resort, Koh Samui. The Scent Hotel comes in at 78 with positive reviews from 4 publications including Mr & Mrs Smith, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
The Scent Hotel
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Jetsetter
Mr & Mrs Smith
58/1 Moo 4 Bangrak Beach, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $103/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Seek out the taste (and scent if you light your complimentary incense) of Indo-China at this tranquil gem that recreates the elegance of 1940s and '50s colonial Asia." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Scent is a charming upscale boutique hotel at the edge of Bang Rak village on Koh Samui's north coast." Full review
Jetsetter "Beachfront boutique on Koh Samui’s northern shore with just 14 rooms decorated in French, Chinese and Thai styles." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "As fragrant as its name, The Scent Hotel in Koh Samui has frangipani blooming in its gardens, and scented oils and incense burning in its pretty rooms." Full review
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
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."
OysterUpper-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 Telegraph8.0
"Thirty traditional riverboats turned into sumptuous suites are the highlight of this family-friendly resort on Koh Samui’s northeastern tip" Full review
