The Waterfront Boutique HotelvsThe Lamai Samui
Both hotels are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Waterfront is preferred by most reviewers compared to Le Meridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa. The Waterfront has a TripExpert Score of 71 with accolades from 2 reviews like oyster.com, Rough Guide.
The Waterfront Boutique Hotel
Rough Guide
Oyster
71/2 Moo1, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand
From $37/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
"Englishrun boutique hotel, sociable and family-friendly, with a small swimming pool in a grassy garden."
Mid-Range
"There are 18 units here that face the beach, either Bungalows or rooms, which have plenty of light and come equipped with flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning." Full review
The Lamai Samui
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Oyster
146/24 Moo 4, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui 84310, Thailand
From $258/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
"Aimed at travelers who prefer Wi-Fi with their R&R, the 77-room Langham Place Samui promises you can stay plugged-in even from your villa’s rustic-chic canopy bed or on the sugar-sand beach." Full review
"Guests arrive at the resort by crossing a walkway that leads to an unassuming courtyard area where reception awaits with chilled towels and welcome drinks." Full review
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Be sure to ask about the lantern ceremony that takes place each evening, where guests release large white paper lanterns into the sky while making a wish.
Luxury
"Those in search of a grand room with an even grander view can find one at this luxury boutique resort on the east coast of Koh Samui." Full review