Kamalaya Koh SamuivsAnavana Beach Resort
Kamalaya Koh Samui and Poppies Samui are both highly recommended by experts. Overall, Kamalaya Koh Samui ranks marginally higher than Poppies Samui. Kamalaya Koh Samui ranks #17 in Koh Samui with positive reviews from 7 publications like Travel + Leisure, Gayot and Frommer's.
Kamalaya Koh Samui
102/9 Moo 3, Laem Set Rd, Na-Muang, Laem Set, Koh Samui 84140, Thailand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"When to go: Avoid only the October monsoons, when the steep hillsides get slippery.
Which room to book: Beachfront bungalows 46, 58, 59, and 60 (doubles, $323–$485, including..."
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When to go: Avoid only the October monsoons, when the steep hillsides get slippery.
Condé Nast Traveler
"A group of American hippies turned real estate entrepreneurs opened Kamalaya, a 59-room resort on the coconut palm–covered slopes of southern Koh Samui." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Samui's top wellness retreat sits on nine gorgeously lush acres on the tranquil southern coast." Full review
Gayot
"A destination wellness program complements the healing environment at this picturesque island resort."
Afar Magazine
"Thailand’s pioneering wellness retreat is known for its 3- to 14-day programs that address everything from burnout to sleep issues." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"A one-stop destination spa with spiritual undertones." Full review
Frommer's
"Located on the island’s quiet southern coast, Kamalaya feels like a (much-needed) escape from reality." Full review
Anavana Beach Resort
PO Box 1, Chaweng, Bophut, Ko Samui 84320, Thailand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Dozens of friendly employees are on hand to attend to your every need at this romantic beachfront resort on the quiet southern end of Chawaeng Beach." Full review
Frommer's
"At the southern end of busy Chaweng, this popular old-timer, unlike the concrete behemoths around this part of town, features just two dozen luxury cottages nestled among lush foliage." Full review
Lonely Planet
"After passing through the marble lobby, a small staircase suddenly opens onto a tropical paradise that feels miles away from busy Chaweng." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Located on the quieter southern end of Chaweng Beach, Poppies Samui is a classic, upper-middle-range property with 24 quaint cottages spread amid lush landscaping." Full review