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Kamalaya Koh Samui vs Beyond Kanda Buuri

Both Novotel Samui Resort Chaweng Beach Kandaburi and Kamalaya Koh Samui are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Kamalaya Koh Samui ranks slightly better than Novotel Samui Resort Chaweng Beach Kandaburi. Kamalaya Koh Samui ranks #17 in Koh Samui with accolades from 7 sources such as The Telegraph, Concierge and Travel + Leisure.

Kamalaya Koh Samui
Kamalaya Koh Samui
8 / 10
102/9 Moo 3, Laem Set Rd, Na-Muang, Laem Set, Koh Samui 84140, Thailand
From $0 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Concierge Concierge
"When to go: Avoid only the October monsoons, when the steep hillsides get slippery. Which room to book: Beachfront bungalows 46, 58, 59, and 60 (doubles, $323–$485, including..."
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When to go: Avoid only the October monsoons, when the steep hillsides get slippery.
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"A group of American hippies turned real estate entrepreneurs opened Kamalaya, a 59-room resort on the coconut palm–covered slopes of southern Koh Samui." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Samui's top wellness retreat sits on nine gorgeously lush acres on the tranquil southern coast." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"A destination wellness program complements the healing environment at this picturesque island resort."
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Thailand’s pioneering wellness retreat is known for its 3- to 14-day programs that address everything from burnout to sleep issues." Full review
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Beyond Kanda Buuri
Beyond Kanda Buuri
7 / 10
20 Moo 2 Chaweng-Chongmon Road, Chaweng, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $100 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This upscale low-rise resort is part of the Kata Group and sits right on the north Chaweng seafront, among tropical vegetation and lotus ponds." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"At the end of a small lane at the north end of Hat Chaweng, Papillon takes its name from the giant butterflies that flutter around in the dense resort garden."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Vaguely Balinese in design, this classy boutique hotel makes use of dark woods—often as a stunning contrast against stark white or shimmering gold." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Many guests are drawn to the upscale Novotel Samui Resort Chaweng Beach Kandaburi by the size of its 181 modern rooms -- especially the huge bathrooms with deep tubs and rainfall showers." Full review