Melia Koh SamuivsGarrya Tongsai Bay Samui
Both The Tongsai Bay and Imperial Boat House Beach Resort, Koh Samui are highly recommended by experts. On balance, The Tongsai Bay scores significantly higher than Imperial Boat House Beach Resort, Koh Samui. The Tongsai Bay ranks #5 in Koh Samui with endorsements from 8 publications including Fodor's, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
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
Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui
84 Moo 5, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320 , Thailand
From $187/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"The owners of this splendid all-suites resort managed to build it without sacrificing even one of the tropical trees that give the place a refreshing and natural sense of utter seclusion." Full review
Star Service
"Nestled on a private beach in a beautiful cove, Tongsai Bay was the harbinger of luxury tourism on this once-peaceful coconut plantation floating effortlessly in the Sea of Siam." Full review
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A handful of these cottages sits along the seafront and are among the most oft requested.
Rough Guide
Star
"Easy-going, environmentally aware establishment with excellent service."
Oyster
Luxury
"One of Koh Samui's better-known luxury beach resorts, The Tongsai Bay is a quiet, eco-friendly property with a low-key, back-to-nature environment." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Nestled in its own private and stunning cove, the Tongsai Bay Resort offers 83 chalets and villas that cascade down a luscious hillside to the beach and into the Gulf of Thailand." Full review
Frommer's
"Built into a lush, tropical hillside that leads to its own beach, this all-suite complex has sweeping views of Tongsai Bay" Full review
Lonely Planet
"For serious pampering, head to this secluded luxury gem...all the super-smart split-level suites have day-bed rest areas, gorgeous romantic decor, stunning views, large terraces" Full review