InterContinental Koh Samui Resort, an IHG HotelvsGarrya Tongsai Bay Samui
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, The Tongsai Bay scores slightly higher than InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort. The Tongsai Bay scores 89 with positive reviews from 8 reviewers such as Star Service, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
InterContinental Koh Samui Resort, an IHG Hotel
295 Moo 3, Taling Ngam Beach, Taling Ngam, Koh Samui 84140, Thailand
From $160/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"On the western side of the island some 40 minutes' drive from Samui Airport -- and overlooking the ocean -- this is one of the ritziest addresses on Samui." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Formerly the Royal Meridien, this luxurious group of rooms, suites, and free standing villas regularly get top ratings."
Star Service
"With seven swimming pools, a private beach and pier, a pair of dining venues and a rejuvenated spa, this resort is a force to be reckoned with here." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort is a 79-room property overlooking one of the most beautiful ocean views in Koh Samui." Full review
Fodor's
"The name means "home on a beautiful bank," but that doesn't come close to summing up the stunning location of this luxurious hotel." Full review
Jetsetter
"Cliffside oasis on Koh Samui with seven pools, killer sunsets and a private beach." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This 79-room resort on the west coast whisks you from the crowded east coast and ushers you into sunset-drenched luxury, with views out over to Ang Thong Marine National Park." 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