W Koh SamuivsGarrya Tongsai Bay Samui
The Tongsai Bay and W Koh Samui are both praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Tongsai Bay ranks significantly better than W Koh Samui. The Tongsai Bay comes in at 89 with praise from 8 publications like Fodor's, Frommer's and Rough Guide.
W Koh Samui
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 Traveler
99.6
"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 Telegraph
8.0
"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
Oyster
Luxury
"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 Telegraph
9.0
"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
Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui
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."
Oyster
Luxury
"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 Telegraph
8.0
"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