Are you planning your Koh Samui holiday? There are many advantages of staying in a villa compared to staying in traditional hotel rooms. Firstly, villas offer much more privacy making it perfect for families or groups of friends. Next, villas in Koh Samui usually come with their own private pool, which is a great way to cool down during the hot Thai summers. Villas also often come with fully-equipped modern kitchens and dining areas, which allow you to cook your own meals… some even have private butlers to assist you with everything you may need during your stay! These sound like the ingredients for a perfect holiday in Thailand and we’ve curated a list of the best villas in Koh Samui to take the guesswork out for you.
Villa Moonshadow
An award-winning villa with in-house staff service, 4 bedrooms, 3 ocean-view pavilions, an eco-pond, an infinity pool, and an expansive sundeck… Villa Moonshadow is a luxury holiday villa poised on Chaweng Noi Hills. This exquisite contemporary escape fitted with high-tech facilities blends in seamlessly with the tropical garden surrounding it. With car and bike rentals available, you’ll easily be able to explore the nearby local hotspots too!
The Emerald Beach Villa 4
The Emerald Beach Villa 4 is a beachfront property that combines traditional Thai designs with modern architecture. Relax by the outdoor pool, paddle out on the kayak, take a walk on Laem Noi Beach, or simply enjoy the ocean breeze as you lounge in the poolside gazebo. This luxury villa has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a relaxing jet bathtub too!
Sky Dream Villa
A stay at picture-perfect and IG-worthy Sky Dream Villa is a luxury experience like no other. From its eye-catching exterior to its sleek living spaces, you’ll feel that high-end lifestyle while enjoying panoramic ocean views. We absolutely love how airy it is—the high ceilings and wide-open living room with views of Chaweng Noi Bay are exceptional! Whether you choose to chill on the loungers or take a dip in the pool, you’ll be spoiled with dreamy tropical bliss.
Baan Samlarn
Travelling with the fam or group of friends on a Thai holiday? Baan Samlarn is a stunning beachfront villa with 5 bedrooms, a lap pool, and spacious living and dining areas where everyone can relax and have a good time. This fully-staffed villa has a manager, in-house chef, housekeeper, and security who’ll assist guests with every need. Travelling with your little ones? Complimentary high chairs and baby cots are available!
Villa Thansamaay
A beachfront contemporary designer villa with 6 bedrooms, Villa Thansamaay will make you dream of living in Koh Samui forever. It has a lap pool and spacious garden leading out to the peaceful shores of Laem Sor Beach where 2 kayaks wait for you to take them into the blue. The professional staff will make sure you and your family will have the most relaxing stay, taking care of your food, laundry, and tidying up as you explore Koh Samui.
Villa Blue View
Do you enjoy views from high places? Villa Blue View will spoil you with hilltop ocean views and the freshest sea breeze! This 5-bedroom villa is one of our favourite villas in Koh Samui because of its stylish minimalist design and spacious living spaces. The bedrooms have wide picture windows filling them with light and treating you to amazing views, and the pool-side hammock and shaded sitting area just make us want to take hour-long naps!
Villa Kohia
Where do we begin… the stand-alone bathtub shaded by vines, the huge bedroom with a relaxing terrace, or the infinity pool with dramatic hilltop views? Villa Kohia is charming a 4-bedroom villa that makes you feel like you’re home away from home. Its interiors are thoughtfully accentuated with Asian-inspired décor elevated by leading-edge technology. There’s a place for everyone to enjoy, may it be in the spacious living room, second-level terraces, or pool-side loungers.
Villa Spice at Lime Samui
One of the contemporary villas in Koh Samui, Villa Spice at Lime Samui is a movie-worthy getaway that features modern art, sleek interiors, and impressive design. Amenities include a gym, spa, Jacuzzi, laundry area, 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, and a gorgeous 20-metre infinity pool with ocean views. This grand villa has 8 beds in total and can accommodate up to 14 guests. With a full staff and private chef, you’ll have everything you need for a hassle-free holiday.
Villa Riva
No corners were cut when Villa Riva was conceptualised and made. This 7-bedroom luxury villa in Koh Samui’s Laem Noi has a 32-metre infinity pool, a private home cinema, sauna, gym, billiard table, tennis court, and a wine cellar. These amazing facilities are all under traditional Thai-style pitched roofs that lend the villa its signature look. On top of all that, the dedicated and highly-trained staff are sure to give you personalised service to make your holiday in Thailand one for the books.
Sangsuri Villa 3
What we love about Sangsuri Villa 3 is how it’s literally tucked into the lush landscape making you feel like you’re truly away from it all. It has 6 double bedrooms, all with ocean views, 9 bathrooms, a private pool, and direct access to the beach. It has readily available kayaks and paddleboards for some beachside fun, but if you want to just chill, massage services and a beachfront cinema are available too! Sweet!
L2 Residence
One of the more traditionally accented villas in Koh Samui, L2 Residence in Laem Set can sleep up to 6 guests in bedrooms with awe-inspiring ocean vistas of the Gulf of Thailand. Its wooden interiors match the warmth and life of the forest surrounding the villa, and the open-plan layout with local textiles set that idyllic Thailand life mood. Relax by the pool’s waterfall feature or enjoy the views from outdoor lounges and the deck while the full-time staff tends to your holiday needs.
Villa Lanta at Comoon Boutique Villas
One of the cosier villas on our list, Villa Lanta at Comoon Boutique Villas are 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom private getaways perfect for smaller families or couples looking for an intimate getaway in Koh Samui. All villas have pools, furnished decks, and spacious living rooms with amazing views of the bays and the nearby islands. Spa treatments are available and for any other personal requests, the villa manager will definitely help you out.
Ban Haad Sai
Set on the calm shoreline of Bangrak Beach, Ban Haad Sai is a private luxury villa with 7 bedrooms making it a wonderful choice for special occasions or a grand holiday with friends and family. It has an ocean-facing lap pool, BBQ area, and lush gardens. Its cosy bedrooms are adorned with traditional Thai furnishings paired with modern multi-media amenities and private luxurious bathrooms. Indulge in chef-prepared Thai food or spa treatments by request when you book a stay.
Looking for more options? Check out our full collection of villas in Koh Samui at viewretreats.com
Image credit: Baan Samlarn
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