Name: Conrad Koh Samui
Address: Ko Samui, TH
Price range: From $694

Conrad Koh Samui, Ko SamuiConrad Koh Samui in Ko Samui, Thailand has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 14 of 58 hotels we score in Ko Samui. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction: Booking.com 4.3, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.3. Rooms from about $694 a night (cached, not a live quote).Conrad Koh Samui is a five-star resort situated on a hillside in the Taling Ngam area of southwestern Koh Samui. The property overlooks Aow Thai Beach and the Gulf of Thailand, providing guests with private beachfront access. Accommodations consist of villas that include individual infinity-edge plunge pools and terraces. Facilities include a full-service spa, a fitness centre, and multiple dining venues such as Jahn and Azure Bar & Grill. The resort follows specific eco-rules regarding cleaning and sustainability. It is suitable for families and those seeking a secluded setting, though the food quality is noted as merely decent. The hotel is located about 45 minutes from Samui International Airport.What stands out

Private infinity-edge plunge pools

Direct access to a private beach

Hillside views of the Gulf of Thailand

On-site spa and fitness centre

Watch out for

Food quality is only decent

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