Thailand KOH SAMUI
New openings Conrad Koh Samui Resort & Spa Opened September 2011, this west- facing resort maximises sunset views. 80 villas, each with their own 10m infinity pool, are set in the hillside overlooking Aow Thai beach and can be comfortably reached by buggy. The resort has an onsite diving and sailing centre and a private floating pier for sunbathing. Luxury vehicles are offered for island exploration. Family packages are available.
www.conrad.com
Mantra Samui Resort and Spa This new five-star property is a member of Great Hotels of the World Luxury Collection. The resort’s luxury accommodation comprises 74 room concepts, including The Wow, The Love, The Cosy and The Grand. The Love rooms are specially tailored for couples and honeymooners, including private Jacuzzis on the terrace, while The Grand rooms provide the ultimate family resort experience with over 100 sq m of space.
www.ghotw.com/mantra-samui-resort-spa
W Retreat Koh Samui Opened in November 2010, this is the
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first W Retreat in Southeast Asia and second in the world. The all-villa beachfront resort on Koh Samui’s north shore has W’s famous contemporary design. The 75 villas include private pools, outdoor showers, Yamaha sound systems and 46-inch plasma screens. A spa and healthy tonic bar are among facilities.
www.whotels.com/kohsamui
Outrigger Koh Samui Resort & Spa Opened in early 2011 on Bhoput Beach, this 81-villa and suite property includes a beachside restaurant, wellness centre, three swimming pools, two bars and a kids’ club. Beachside and in-villa dining is available.
www.outriggerthailand.com
Akyra Chura Samui This lifestyle resort opened in 2011 on Koh Samui’s hip Chaweng Beach offering 61 rooms and suites and a spa. The suites include circular tubs and rain showers, an outdoor living terrace, day beds and private tropical gardens. Beachfront Japanese and international dining is offered and classes in yoga, tai chi and cookery. Weddings can be arranged.
www.theakyra.com
and the Langham Place Samui and has recently been upgraded.
www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien
Anantara Bophut Anantara Bophut has added 20 suites and pool villas, each with kitchenette, DVD player, iPod dock and complimentary internet. Two-bed suites and villas are available. Villas come with private pools and perks including in-room breakfast, welcome hamper of fruit and snacks and arrival and departure foot and neck massage. The resort is designed in the style of a traditional Thai village with a central lotus-covered lagoon.
www.anantara.com
Le Meridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa The latest Le Meridien opened in Koh Samui in September 2011. Set on Lamai beach overlooking the Gulf of Thailand, it has 77 rooms and both indoor and outdoor function space. It was formerly known as the Gurich Samui
Coming soon Bophut Vana Belle Samui Resort & Spa Part of Starwood’s luxury collection, the 79-room Vana Belle Samui Resort & Spa is scheduled to open in July 2012 featuring 79 rooms.
www.starwoodhotels.com
This page from top left: W Retreat; Tongsai Bay; Mantra Samui Resort pool; Mantra Samui love room; Above from top: Samui Pavilion Villa; Outrigger Spa restaurant; Akyra Chura pool
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