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W Koh SamuivsBeyond Kanda Buuri
Both properties are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, W Koh Samui scores significantly better than Novotel Samui Resort Chaweng Beach Kandaburi. W Koh Samui has a TripExpert Score of 83 with endorsements from 7 publications like The Telegraph, Concierge and Travel + Leisure.
W Koh Samui
Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Star Service
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Oyster The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
4/1 Moo 1 Tambol Maenam, Surat Thani, Mae Nam, Koh Samui 84330, Thailand
From $209/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge "From the editors of Condé Nast Traveler:
Though W hotels typically wow with nifty design details, here the most eye-catching element is simply the view from the..."
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"Though W hotels typically wow with nifty design details, here the most eye-catching element is simply the view from the hilltop lobby." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Bringing a long-lacking dose of mod design and youthful exuberance to this ever-popular Thai resort island, W Hotels’ first “Retreat” property in Southeast Asia hews to the brand’s urbane aesthetic." Full review
Time Out "True to W’s tradition, the bars at this retreat come with views and features so spectacular you won’t know where to look." Full review
Star Service "This stylish property is as hip as it gets, but most guests staying here expect cool style even before arriving." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A fun, fashionable resort with a prime location on the sugary shores of Maenam beach." Full review
Frommer's "this resort sets a benchmark for sleek, design and a contemporary philosophy that is summed up in their “Whatever, whenever” policy to fulfill their guests’ every wish. " Full review
OysterLuxury
"Situated on the northern coast of Koh Samui, on its own little stretch of sand that looks out on the sea, the five-pearl W Koh Samui is a hip and fun chain hotel with attention to stylish details." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Bold and stylish, the W Samui offers comfortable, funky villas with private pools along a fine white stretch of sand that’s perfect for swimming." Full review
Lonely Planet "A bejewelled ‘W’ welcomes you as you walk through the lobby and encounter the spectacular infinity pool that leads your eyes to an endless horizon" Full review
Beyond Kanda Buuri Frommer's Lonely Planet
Fodor's Oyster
20 Moo 2 Chaweng-Chongmon Road, Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This upscale low-rise resort is part of the Kata Group and sits right on the north Chaweng seafront, among tropical vegetation and lotus ponds." Full review
Lonely Planet "At the end of a small lane at the north end of Hat Chaweng, Papillon takes its name from the giant butterflies that flutter around in the dense resort garden."
Fodor's "Vaguely Balinese in design, this classy boutique hotel makes use of dark woods—often as a stunning contrast against stark white or shimmering gold." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Many guests are drawn to the upscale Novotel Samui Resort Chaweng Beach Kandaburi by the size of its 181 modern rooms -- especially the huge bathrooms with deep tubs and rainfall showers." Full review
