7 of the best boutique hotels on Koh Samui: from super-luxury to budget-friendly

If you're looking for the best hotels on Koh Samui for every budget, look no further. Koh Samui is located in the Gulf of Thailand and offers wonderful beachfront hotels. It's the third-largest island in the country, and during your stay, you can relax on one of the pearly white beaches. Can you picture yourself curled up with a good book? We can! On Koh Samui, you can book a great hotel for just €43 per night, but if you're looking for a bit more luxury, there are plenty of suitable hotels too. There's something for everyone!

We have personally stayed in most of the hotels on this list, and we've read such good things about the others that we'd like to share them with you.

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Good luck planning your vacation and choosing one of these lovely hotels.

SHERATON SAMUI RESORT

This hotel is located two minutes from the beach, on a hill in Chaweng Noi Beach on the island of Ko Samui. Sheraton Samui The hotel features four restaurants and a bar serving local and international cuisine. The city's shopping and entertainment district is three kilometers from the hotel, offering plenty to do. The rooms are decorated in a Mediterranean style, which is beautiful!

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© Sheraton Samui Resort, Ko Samui

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deva beach resort & spa

Deva Samui Resort and Spa is located on Choeng Mon Beach. From the hotel, you can admire the sunset, and believe me, you'll want to! The spacious rooms are brightly decorated, and the large windows allow plenty of natural light to flood in. For a massage, you can visit the "By the Tree Spa" at Deva Samui Resort and Spa and there is a lot to do in the area, such as kayaking.

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© Deva Beach Resort & Spa, Koh Samui

BANYAN TREE SAMUI

This ultra-luxurious hotel isn't cheap, but it's a sight to behold! Located just eight minutes from the beach, you'll stay in one of the five-star villas with a private infinity pool. The spacious villas have private terraces, offering views of the sea or the tropical greenery. During your stay at Banyan Tree You can enjoy a relaxing massage or do something more active like diving or cycling. Definitely worth it!

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© Banyan Tree Samui, Ko Samui

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INTERCONTINENTAL SAMUI BAAN 

This hotel is located directly on the beach on the tranquil west coast of Taling Ngam Beach. The luxurious Intercontinental Samui Baan It has seven large swimming pools and a Thai spa perched atop the cliffs. The hotel is situated on a 16-hectare coconut plantation—how cool is that?

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© InterContinental Samui Baan, Koh Samui

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melati beach resort & spa 

During your stay in Melati Beach Resort & Spa You'll stay in a villa with very spacious rooms. The rooms are decorated in Thai style, creating the ultimate Thai experience. The hotel boasts two outdoor pools, two restaurants, and three bars. You'll want for nothing during your stay!

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© Melati Beach Resort & Spa, Koh Samui

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vana belle 

One minute from the beach you will find Vana Belle, A Luxery Collection ResortThe spacious suites are stylishly decorated and each has a private terrace. Enjoy breakfast and dinner at Kiree restaurant, where you can enjoy a view of the beach while dining – how wonderful is that? There's also a pool bar, offering stunning sea views.

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© Vana Belle, A Luxery Collection Resort, Koh Samui

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HANSAR SAMUI RESORT & SPA 

The spacious rooms of Hansar Samui Resort & Spa are furnished with handmade furniture and wooden floors. The hotel is a two-minute walk from the beach, and you can enjoy views of it from your room. For a relaxing day, you can unwind in the spa, and if you're looking for something more active, you can visit the gym.

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© Hansar Samui Resort & Spa, Koh Samui

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