Name: Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui
Address: Ko Samui, TH
Price range: From $275

Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui, Ko SamuiGarrya Tongsai Bay Samui in Ko Samui, Thailand has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 13 of 58 hotels we score in Ko Samui. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.7 before correction: Tripadvisor 4.7. Rooms from about $275 a night (cached, not a live quote).Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui is a five-star beachfront resort situated on a hillside overlooking a private bay on Koh Samui. The property occupies 28 acres of landscaped grounds and features Mediterranean-style suites and villas, including options with private pools. Guests have access to a private beach, two outdoor swimming pools, a tennis court, and a fitness centre. On-site dining includes three restaurants serving Thai and international dishes. The resort provides a spa with private treatment suites and a yoga room, making it suitable for families and those seeking quiet. Because the resort is built on a hillside, some guests may find the terrain requires more walking than a flat coastal property.What stands out

Private beach access

Multiple on-site restaurants

Spacious pool villas

Extensive landscaped grounds

Watch out for

Hillside location

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