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The Hive HotelvsGarrya Tongsai Bay Samui
Both The Tongsai Bay and Lamai Wanta are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, The Tongsai Bay ranks significantly better than Lamai Wanta. The Tongsai Bay scores 89 with positive reviews from 8 sources including Oyster, Fodor's and Star Service.
The Hive Hotel
Fodor's
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Oyster
124/264 Moo 3, Maret, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui 84310, Thailand
From $96/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "If you have come to Lamai to relax and enjoy the beach, Lamai-Wanta has all you need, plus a small on-site clinic." Full review
Frommer's "Located in the center of Lamai Beach, this little complex of clean and contemporary cottages complements a cluster of rooms in a two-story hotel block." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Close to all the action in Lamai, but far enough to be quiet and still directly on the beach, this recently renovated hotel is quite clean and comfortable."
Rough Guide "Welcoming, well-placed hotel with a seductive beachfront swimming pool and a good restaurant."
Lonely Planet "The pool area feels a bit retro, with its swatch book of beige- and blue-toned tiles, but in the back there are modern motel rooms and bungalows that have fresh coats of white paint."
OysterMid-Range
"The mid-range Lamai Wanta has an excellent beachfront location within walking distance of bars and restaurants, and a short drive from popular sights." Full review
Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui Fodor's
Star Service Rough Guide Oyster
The Telegraph Frommer's Lonely Planet
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."
OysterLuxury
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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
