The Scent HotelvsThe Briza Beach Resort
Both The Scent Hotel and The Briza Beach Resort Samui are rated very highly by writers. Overall, The Scent Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to The Briza Beach Resort Samui. The Scent Hotel scores 78 with praise from 4 reviews including Jetsetter, Oyster and Mr & Mrs Smith.
The Scent Hotel
58/1 Moo 4 Bangrak Beach, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $103/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Seek out the taste (and scent if you light your complimentary incense) of Indo-China at this tranquil gem that recreates the elegance of 1940s and '50s colonial Asia." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Scent is a charming upscale boutique hotel at the edge of Bang Rak village on Koh Samui's north coast." Full review
Jetsetter
"Beachfront boutique on Koh Samui’s northern shore with just 14 rooms decorated in French, Chinese and Thai styles." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"As fragrant as its name, The Scent Hotel in Koh Samui has frangipani blooming in its gardens, and scented oils and incense burning in its pretty rooms." Full review
The Briza Beach Resort
173 /22 Moo 2 | Bophut, Chaweng, Bophut, Ko Samui 84320, Thailand
From $42/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"One of the most atmospheric resorts on Samui, the Briza offers a pure lifestyle experience, aiming to recapture the spirit and serenity of the Srivijaya Empire, a historic Buddhism-inspired period." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 57-room Briza Beach Resort on Koh Samui sits right on beautiful Chaweng Beach and is a reasonable walk along the sand to Chaweng's nightlife." Full review
Fodor's
"Rather than attempt yet another iteration of Thai design, this resort opted for what can best be described as a fusion of Indian and Chinese styles for its villas." Full review