Boutique Hotels in Koh Samet

"After booking, I wrote them over Trip.com, but never got an answer. When we went there personally to ask the day before check-in, the front-desk lady ripped my phone out of my hand without asking, to “check the booking”. We checked in into a room on the first floor, which was in front of a shallow pool. Room was spacious, with the bathroom divided in three sections. In the toilet section, the window can’t be opened, and there is no ventilator. There is a safety box, a beach bag, two umbrellas, a fridge, a kettle, and even a Nespresso machine. However, even though there are two cups and two glasses, there is only one capsule of Americano and one capsule of Espresso, and you have to buy the water, rather expensively, at the bar. There is no laundry rack on the porch or balcony. Bedsheets were spotless, but the bed was wet, hence we woke the next morning feeling like we’d slept on the beach. There are no bedside lights. In the next room, the huge TV was dangerously dangling off its 360° stand, and the balcony was dirty, with only the bathtub being spotless. They have few employees and many managers, with the employees doing what they can for many hours a day. Breakfast options are very limited for people with a plant-based diet. Beach towels are not always available at the pool area. However, the white-sand beach is easily accessible, and there are many butterflies and birds around the property. It is very romantic and nature-bound."

"One of the most satisfying hotels I've stayed at so far. Facilities: Considering how hot it is on the island, the rooms are quite spacious. The hotel thoughtfully installed dual air conditioners, and the cooling power is strong enough that even one unit provides ample comfort. Perhaps due to the island's freshwater purification, you might want to bring your own shower filter. Cleanliness: The bedding was exceptionally neat and clean. On our second day, we only asked the hotel to empty the trash, but to our surprise, they went above and beyond, cleaning the entire room and changing the bedding. Environment: No exaggeration, the scenery at this hotel is what attracted me the most. Any photo taken with a camera looks great. From our room, we could even hear the live performances from the restaurant across the way. Waking up, opening the window, feeling the sea breeze, and with this environment – it's absolutely perfect. Service: The butler will meticulously arrange all your transportation, and the service is very attentive. Breakfast is also generous and can be delivered to your room according to your preferences, with them even tidying up afterward. They also arrange car and boat transfers for island arrivals and departures. It's only been two days since I left the hotel, and I'm already thinking about my next stay. I highly recommend the villa with a private pool suite. P.S. The hotel's location is a bit remote. If you don't ride a motorcycle, you can ask the hotel to arrange a Songthaew."