The upscale Veranda Resort and Spa Hua Hin Cha Am is a hip boutique property set on a lovely beach outside of Cha Am. Feng Shui landscaped gardens and reflection pools surround the resort, which offers 118 stylish and spacious rooms and villas with amenities like flat-screen TVs with DVD players, rainfall showers, and well stocked minibars, though some rooms have lackluster views. Higher category rooms include whirlpool tubs on balconies, while villas have private plunge pools. The hotel has a large outdoor swimming pool, though it can be dirty with leaves from surrounding trees, but it has a water slide, sand pit, bubble jets, water curtain, and even an artificial beach -- not to mention the real beach, which is just steps off the property. There are two restaurants and three stylish bars on-site, plus spa services are available. There isn't too much within walking distance, however, and the city center is about a 15-minute drive away. Travelers seeking something with more facilities might want to consider the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa.
The upscale Veranda Resort and Spa Hua Hin Cha Am is a hip boutique property set on a lovely beach outside of Cha Am. Feng Shui landscaped gardens and reflection pools surround the resort, which offers 118 stylish and spacious rooms and villas with amenities like flat-screen TVs with DVD players, rainfall showers, and well stocked minibars, though some rooms have lackluster views. Higher category rooms include whirlpool tubs on balconies, while villas have private plunge pools. The hotel has a large outdoor swimming pool, though it can be dirty with leaves from surrounding trees, but it has a water slide, sand pit, bubble jets, water curtain, and even an artificial beach -- not to mention the real beach, which is just steps off the property. There are two restaurants and three stylish bars on-site, plus spa services are available. There isn't too much within walking distance, however, and the city center is about a 15-minute drive away. Travelers seeking something with more facilities might want to consider the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa.
On a peaceful, isolated beachfront in Koh Samet, the upscale Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa offers 30 charming villas and cottages. The spacious, contemporary rooms have some local flair, plus air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and furnished terraces. Some add outdoor tubs and ocean vistas. Gorgeous grounds and open-air spaces add to the tranquil, nature-centric atmosphere, and the quiet setting draws lots of couples. A lovely infinity pool overlooks the ocean, and there's a full-service spa for further relaxation. A beachfront eatery serves tasty Thai fare, while O Restaurant offers buffet breakfasts and Italian dishes such as wood-fired pizza for dinner. However, many past guests have said food is overpriced. A suitable alternative for families, Sai Kaew Beach Resort offers upscale accommodations and more kid-friendly features.
On a peaceful, isolated beachfront in Koh Samet, the upscale Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa offers 30 charming villas and cottages. The spacious, contemporary rooms have some local flair, plus air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and furnished terraces. Some add outdoor tubs and ocean vistas. Gorgeous grounds and open-air spaces add to the tranquil, nature-centric atmosphere, and the quiet setting draws lots of couples. A lovely infinity pool overlooks the ocean, and there's a full-service spa for further relaxation. A beachfront eatery serves tasty Thai fare, while O Restaurant offers buffet breakfasts and Italian dishes such as wood-fired pizza for dinner. However, many past guests have said food is overpriced. A suitable alternative for families, Sai Kaew Beach Resort offers upscale accommodations and more kid-friendly features.
Set on a peaceful white-sand beach, this three-pearl resort offers 68 rooms ranging from basic units to modern ocean-view bungalows. There are some restaurants in the immediate area, but more can be found around Koh Samet Beach an eight-minute drive north. All rooms have TVs with DVD players, coffee- and tea-making facilities, air-conditioning, and furnished terraces, but some bathrooms and furnishings are dated. The beach has some plastic loungers and more can be found at the outdoor swimming pool with a shallow kiddy section. The open-air restaurant serves Thai and international cuisine, and a thatched roof beach bar offers a variety of cocktails and coffee drinks. Although all the basics are covered, better value can be found at the Ao Prao Resort,
Set on a peaceful white-sand beach, this three-pearl resort offers 68 rooms ranging from basic units to modern ocean-view bungalows. There are some restaurants in the immediate area, but more can be found around Koh Samet Beach an eight-minute drive north. All rooms have TVs with DVD players, coffee- and tea-making facilities, air-conditioning, and furnished terraces, but some bathrooms and furnishings are dated. The beach has some plastic loungers and more can be found at the outdoor swimming pool with a shallow kiddy section. The open-air restaurant serves Thai and international cuisine, and a thatched roof beach bar offers a variety of cocktails and coffee drinks. Although all the basics are covered, better value can be found at the Ao Prao Resort,
The upper-middle-range, 158-room Sai Kaew Beach Resort has a convenient and idyllic location along two beautiful beaches, within walking distance of restaurants and Khao Laemya National Park. Rooms vary between simple, though attractive units to sleek and stylish units. All, however, come with air-conditioning, minibars, flat-screen TVs, and tea- and coffee-making facilities, plus furnished outdoor spaces. Expansive grounds house three pools, a full-service spa, and a gym, plus there are an all-day eatery serving Thai and international fare, a bakery, a chic bar, and private dining on offer. However, food here has received mixed reviews, and the public beach is notoriously noisy due to Jet Skis and speed boats. For a more luxurious alternative, Paradee Resort & Spa Hotel offers a peaceful setting and well-reviewed food, but it's in a more isolated location.
The upper-middle-range, 158-room Sai Kaew Beach Resort has a convenient and idyllic location along two beautiful beaches, within walking distance of restaurants and Khao Laemya National Park. Rooms vary between simple, though attractive units to sleek and stylish units. All, however, come with air-conditioning, minibars, flat-screen TVs, and tea- and coffee-making facilities, plus furnished outdoor spaces. Expansive grounds house three pools, a full-service spa, and a gym, plus there are an all-day eatery serving Thai and international fare, a bakery, a chic bar, and private dining on offer. However, food here has received mixed reviews, and the public beach is notoriously noisy due to Jet Skis and speed boats. For a more luxurious alternative, Paradee Resort & Spa Hotel offers a peaceful setting and well-reviewed food, but it's in a more isolated location.
The three-and-a-half-pearl, beachfront Ao Prao Resort offers a range of rooms and cottages with traditional Thai aesthetic and modern amenities. The 59 rooms come with minibars, kettles, and furnished outdoor spaces, but some have older-looking bathrooms and lots of wear. On-site features are geared toward a relaxing getaway, including an attractive infinity-edge swimming pool, casual beachfront restaurant serving free breakfast, two bars, and a dive center. A spa and gym can be accessed at a nearby sister property. Guests should note that the resort is rather secluded, and there are no nearby cheap food options. Travelers wanting to be closer to the action of Koh Samet Beach should consider Sai Kaew Beach Resort.
The three-and-a-half-pearl, beachfront Ao Prao Resort offers a range of rooms and cottages with traditional Thai aesthetic and modern amenities. The 59 rooms come with minibars, kettles, and furnished outdoor spaces, but some have older-looking bathrooms and lots of wear. On-site features are geared toward a relaxing getaway, including an attractive infinity-edge swimming pool, casual beachfront restaurant serving free breakfast, two bars, and a dive center. A spa and gym can be accessed at a nearby sister property. Guests should note that the resort is rather secluded, and there are no nearby cheap food options. Travelers wanting to be closer to the action of Koh Samet Beach should consider Sai Kaew Beach Resort.
Private, luxurious, and peaceful -- that's Paradee Resort & Spa Hotel in a nutshell. This idyllic, rustic-chic hotel offers 40 private villas with modern amenities that include outdoor terraces, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Many villas also have private pools, and some even have direct beach access. For villas that don't have either, the hotel has a garden-surrounded pool and main pool with direct beach access and a swim-up bar. Several additional features include an elegant spa and fitness facilities, a library, and free use of kayaks and snorkeling gear. The restaurant receives positive reviews, though it's unsurprisingly pricy. The property's setting at the southern end of Koh Samet is quite isolated, with little to do within walking distance, so travelers looking for more action may prefer Sai Kaew Beach Resort.
Private, luxurious, and peaceful -- that's Paradee Resort & Spa Hotel in a nutshell. This idyllic, rustic-chic hotel offers 40 private villas with modern amenities that include outdoor terraces, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Many villas also have private pools, and some even have direct beach access. For villas that don't have either, the hotel has a garden-surrounded pool and main pool with direct beach access and a swim-up bar. Several additional features include an elegant spa and fitness facilities, a library, and free use of kayaks and snorkeling gear. The restaurant receives positive reviews, though it's unsurprisingly pricy. The property's setting at the southern end of Koh Samet is quite isolated, with little to do within walking distance, so travelers looking for more action may prefer Sai Kaew Beach Resort.
The budget Phangan Bayshore Resort is a prime choice for guests traveling to Haad Rin for its famous Full Moon Parties. Located directly on Sunrise Beach -- one of the venues of the monthly celebration -- the resort is crowded, rowdy, and much pricier when the moon is full. The 31 rooms have outdoor patios and minibars, but not all face the beach and most could use a more thorough clean-up -- plus better showers. Features like the large outdoor pool and the large breakfast buffets are quieter and more relaxing during the off-season, but make no mistake, few people here aren’t looking for a party. To experience a quieter side of Ko Pha Ngan, the Sarikantang Resort & Spa has comparable rates and features on the other end of the island.
The budget Phangan Bayshore Resort is a prime choice for guests traveling to Haad Rin for its famous Full Moon Parties. Located directly on Sunrise Beach -- one of the venues of the monthly celebration -- the resort is crowded, rowdy, and much pricier when the moon is full. The 31 rooms have outdoor patios and minibars, but not all face the beach and most could use a more thorough clean-up -- plus better showers. Features like the large outdoor pool and the large breakfast buffets are quieter and more relaxing during the off-season, but make no mistake, few people here aren’t looking for a party. To experience a quieter side of Ko Pha Ngan, the Sarikantang Resort & Spa has comparable rates and features on the other end of the island.
The Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui Thailand is arguably the fanciest place to stay on the island. All 71 of the rooms are private villas, and each has its own private pool. Private Residence Villas add perks such as round-trip airport transfers and personal live-in attendants. The facilities are also unabashedly luxe, with multiple restaurants serving Thai and Mediterranean fare, a lovely main infinity pool looking out on the white-sand beach, and extensive wellness facilities, from a 24-hour gym to a spa offering all sorts of treatments and yoga classes. There are few other properties on the island that can compete with the Four Seasons. For beachfront luxury with lower rates, check out the Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa.
The Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui Thailand is arguably the fanciest place to stay on the island. All 71 of the rooms are private villas, and each has its own private pool. Private Residence Villas add perks such as round-trip airport transfers and personal live-in attendants. The facilities are also unabashedly luxe, with multiple restaurants serving Thai and Mediterranean fare, a lovely main infinity pool looking out on the white-sand beach, and extensive wellness facilities, from a 24-hour gym to a spa offering all sorts of treatments and yoga classes. There are few other properties on the island that can compete with the Four Seasons. For beachfront luxury with lower rates, check out the Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa.