February 18, 2008
Sandalwood Luxury Villas is on a hillside amongst tropical gardens. The villas are a combination of traditional Thai design and modern amenities. Each villa has its own charm and features a balcony or terrace with views of the Gulf of Siam.
Whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic get-away, a family looking for a peaceful retreat or a larger group wanting an entire estate to yourself it is worth considering the luxurious rooms and first class.
The villas combine modern comfort with traditional Thai charm and feature a balcony or terrace with breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline. The resort itself is comprised of 8 separate buildings laced throughout landscaped gardens. As well, there are 2 separate infinity swimming pools located in different villa areas. There is a full service restaurant on premise, and a spa opening soon.
From USD$ 171

Poppies Samui Resort on a pure white sandy beach blessed by the warm waters of the Gulf of Siam. Located at the south of lively Chaweng beach, away from the hustle and bustle of the main resort area, Poppies has a reputation, as an outstanding restaurant and an exclusive “boutique hideaway.” At Poppies restaurant you can dine under the stars overlooking the beach or in the magnificent Ayuthaya-style teak pavilion beside the pool.
Poppies gardens are appreciated by all guests. Every time you walk through them you will discover some delightful new flower or feature. To take it all in, there is a strategically located “sala” (a Thai style thatched roofed gazebo) in the heart of Poppies, overlooking the carp filled fishponds, where you can sit and contemplate. A crystal clear free form swimming pool with natural rock formations and a sparkling Jacuzzi lie between the gardens and the sea.
The beach itself is completely coral and stone free so the swimming conditions and visibility (subject to weather) are of the highest quality.
From USD$ 300

February 17, 2008
A firm favorite with leading international holiday operators, the Amari Palm Reef Resort is situated at the secluded northern end of Chaweng, Koh Samui’s most beautiful beach and offers an atmosphere of up-market leisurely elegance along with spacious and comfortable accommodation. The resort comprises a cluster of Thai-style buildings hidden by gently swaying palm trees set amongst well kept tropical gardens.
The refreshing sea breezes, clear blue water and soft, shimmering beach combined with an abundance of nearby water sports and within walking distance of Chaweng’s lively night-life, make this resort an idyllic holiday destination for honeymooners, couples and families alike.
From USD$ 177

February 16, 2008
The Pavilion Samui Boutique Resort lies on a immaculate white sandy shoreline on Samui Island in the legendary Gulf of Siam, far away from every- days hustle and bustle. The Pavilion Samui Boutique Resort is on the well-known Lamai Beach and is your wonderful hide away beneath the cobalt hot skies. The Resort is nestled in a marvelous luxuriant tropical garden of over 10,000 square meters, blended as you would expect into the island’s dazzling landscape.
The Pavilion Samui Boutique Resort rests on a stretch of 2 ½ kilometers immaculate white and unblemished sandy beach of which 100 meters belong to the hotel and its guests. Free sun loungers, sun umbrellas and beach towels are offered to all guests. Swimming in the sea is doable at all times of the year even for the duration of lowest low tide.
From USD$ 156
