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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Ko Samed, Thailand

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Hidden away from the island's busier area and offering a private beach, Larissa Samed resort features comfortable rooms, a garden and free WiFi access.

It is a short stroll from Sai Kaew Beach, as well as various restaurants, bars and a 24-hour convenience store. The island's main pier is a 5-minute ride away.

In short, everything. The staff are all very kind and helpful, the room was clean and comfortable, and the location is great--peaceful and quiet, save for the obnoxious snorkel tour boats that tie up off the beach and blare extremely loud music for no reason, which is no fault of the property.

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8.9
Fabulous
522 reviews
Price from
£54
per night

An island getaway awaits at Ao Cho Grand View Resort in Ko Samed, a 2-hour 30-minute drive from Bangkok. Surrounded by sand and sea, it offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

With warm lighting and cosy furnishings, rooms at Ao Cho Grand View feature a semi-outdoor bathroom and cable TV. A daybed provides comfort and views of the tropical scenery.

The beach was quiet and lovely and the property felt safe and welcoming. The location felt authentic and all the staff were very friendly, attentive and kind. I felt like I was part of a nice community. The breakfast was very very good and the food at the hotel restaurant was incredible. Best curries and som tam I've had in Thailand hands down!!! There are some stray animals walking around the beach area (dogs and kittens) so if you don't like animals you might not like that.

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8
Very good
425 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Sai Kaew Beach Resort sits on the adjacent Pineapple and Sai Kaew beaches on Koh Samet. It offers 3 outdoor pools, 2 beachfront restaurants and a variety of water sports.

The resort is located within Khao Laem Ya National Park. It is a 2.5-hour drive from Bangkok or Rayong. Boat transfers are provided from Ao Prao Pier on the mainland or from Koh Samet.

So clean and updated. Everything is very convenient. The food was tasty and offered a wide selection of options.

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8.5
Very good
431 reviews
Price from
£113
per night

Boasting an outdoor pool and a lively pool bar, Stellars Samed Resort is set amidst tropical landscapes in Ko Samed. It is about 10 minutes walk from Haad Sai Kaew and 20 minutes from Silver Sand Pub. This resort offers cosy rooms with stylish furniture and décor. During the stay, guests have access to free WiFi.

The staff were amazing and made it really welcoming, we ended up extending our stay an extra 2 nights. The rooms were great and the pool was lush! Perfect location for venturing around the island. Wish the pool bar was open but it didn't affect the stay at all. For the price it's well worth it.

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7.6
Good
284 reviews
Price from
£51
per night

Samed Pavilion Resort is located in Koh Samet, just 40 metres from Ao Phai Beach. It features an outdoor pool with sundeck, as well as a restaurant and tour desk.

Featuring individual colour themes, rooms have large windows that provide natural light and garden or beach views. Each air-conditioned room comes with satellite TV and a fridge with minibar. It also has an electric kettle and complimentary coffee set. Private bathrooms have shower facilities.

Good breakfast, walking distance to beach

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7.9
Good
691 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Featuring modern Thai-style accommodation, Samed Grandview Resort offers free Wi-fi in public areas and a spa. Its rooms come with cable TVs. A games room and karaoke facilities are available.

Samed Grandview Resort features a restaurant serving authentic local food. Its beachfront lounge offers refreshing drinks and views of the sea.

Great set up right on the beautiful beach with easy access. We stayed with my mom who has dementia and the staff was so good to her. The food here was fantastic and they had the best beach hang spot and fire show. Definitely will stay here again!

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7.2
Good
616 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

Surrounded by tropical gardens, this property is situated on Mae Rum Peung Beach in the Rayong province. Featuring an outdoor pool, it offers rooms with a patio and free Wi-Fi access.

Makmai Villa (Rayong) is a 10-minute drive from Baan Pae and the piers where guests can take a ferry to visit Samed Island. It is within a 30-minute drive from Lamthong Shopping Mall and Central Plaza Rayong. The villa is about a 3-hour drive from Bangkok City.

The owner was very friendly and helpful. Clean room and nice pool

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7.8
Good
118 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Bari Lamai Resort offers 4-star accommodation with panoramic ocean views and a flat-screen TV. It features direct access to Suan Son Beach, an outdoor pool, spa and massage treatments.

Spacious rooms at Bari Lamai feature an outdoor terrace with loungers, separate living area and satellite TV. They are equipped with a refrigerator and minibar. Complimentary fruits are offered on arrival. Rooms are also fitted with Wi-Fi access.

Great location right on the beach. Breakfast great and brought to our room. Staff very helpful.

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8.8
Fabulous
12 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Avg. price/night: £97.54
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 292 reviews
    Very nice rooms with an excellent design. Beach is small but very pleasant.
    Didi
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £37.13
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 304 reviews
    Excellent location, last resort on the island so quieter, lovely log cabins with views of the sea, stunning place,
    paul
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £97.54
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 292 reviews
    Location and design
    patrick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £97.54
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 292 reviews
    The room was super. Stylish, spacious, great attention to detail. Lovely balcony and view. Bathroom was luxurious, and the bed very comfortable. Breakfast was a la carte and all included. High quality food and drinks.
    Lambert
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £43.35
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 406 reviews
    We didn’t eat at the hotel as we were only there for one night. Location of the hotel is right on the beachfront with a little bar and bungalows for accommodation. Views were stunning and only a short 15/20 min stroll from the pier. Minnie the owner and her husband were lovely !
    Renee
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £97.54
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 292 reviews
    The room design and location
    Ashkan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £58.52
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 366 reviews
    Very nice room with a very good bed. The bathroom should be renovated. But great for a short stay as the location is excellent. It is a very small boutique hotel. I felt very well. 3 nights on the small island of Koh Samet are enough to see everything. Beaches are very beautiful, the water is crystal clear, the sand is snow white and Ao Wai Beach, located a little south, can be reached in 15 minutes by scooter, in my opinion it can compete with the best beaches in Thailand and I've been almost everywhere
    Tillmann
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £58.52
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 366 reviews
    Nice and clean small hotel. Cool design. The room was small but cozy. The bed was comfortable. The hotel is very close to the beach.
    Slava Zhatkin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £97.54
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 292 reviews
    Beautiful beach location, stunning design
    Ewa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £97.54
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,071 reviews
    Location is perfect for all beaches and resort bars and restaurants. Rooms are great design and comfortable beds, air con is very efficient. The walk to the rooms is a bit dreary but the interiors make up for this.
    william
    Family with young children

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