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Santiburi Koh SamuivsRenaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa
Both Santiburi Koh Samui and Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Santiburi Koh Samui scores significantly higher than Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa. Santiburi Koh Samui comes in at 84 with accolades from 5 sources including Frommer's, Fodor's and Oyster.
Santiburi Koh Samui
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Frommer's
Rough Guide
Oyster
The Telegraph Frommer's
12/71 Moo 1, Tumbol Mae Nam, Koh Samui, Suratthani, 50200, Tambol Mae Nam, Mae Nam, Koh Samui 84330, Thailand
From $383/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "The villas on this beachfront estate make you feel as if you're staying at a billionaire's holiday hideaway; accordingly, this is one of the most expensive lodgings on the island." Full review
Frommer's "Santiburi was the first high-end property in the area. Modern state-of-the-art amenities are discreetly infused into the contemporary Thai architecture." Full review
Rough Guide "German-run, top-end hotel in beautifully landscaped grounds spread around a huge freshwater swimming pool and stream."
OysterLuxury
"The Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa, with its 45 acres of palm gardens, is one of the poshest, most pampering resorts on the island of Samui, and possibly in all of Thailand." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Set in an expansive garden along a palm-fringed beach, Santiburi Resort exudes classic luxury and offers smart villas and rooms, perfect for couples and families." Full review
Frommer's "Just a few steps east of the Napasai, the Santiburi was the first high-end property in the area but has remained fresh and current thanks to several makeovers" Full review
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa Fodor's
Jetsetter Rough Guide Oyster
208/1 Moo 4, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui 84310, Thailand
From $60/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "At the far northern end of Lamai, the Renaissance sits on its own secluded, private beach (two small beaches to be exact)." Full review
Jetsetter "Quiet Laem Nan Beach escape with a pool, spa and easy access to Chaweng Beach nightlife." Full review
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And when hunger strikes, choose from four restaurants that offer a variety of Asian and Mediterranean fare.
Rough Guide "Long, lofty villas, each with its own plunge pool, in lush, frog-filled gardens, or far cheaper rooms at the back with balconies and outdoor jacuzzis."
OysterLuxury
"Situated on a hill overlooking the Gulf of Thailand, this luxe, mid-sized resort has multiple restaurants and bars, a full-service spa, two pools, and a fitness center." Full review
