Name: Intercontinental Koh Samui
Address: Ko Samui, TH
Price range: From $523

Intercontinental Koh Samui, Ko SamuiIntercontinental Koh Samui in Ko Samui, Thailand has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 24 of 58 hotels we score in Ko Samui. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.3, Agoda 3.8. Rooms from about $523 a night (cached, not a live quote).InterContinental Koh Samui is a beachfront resort situated on the west coast of Taling Ngam. Set across 22 acres, the property provides direct access to private white-sand beaches and views of the Gulf of Thailand. It features six outdoor swimming pools, a spa, a gym, and several dining venues. The hotel suits families and couples looking for a quiet environment. Facilities include valet parking, in-room Wi-Fi, and mandatory eco-friendly cleaning rules. While the resort offers extensive amenities and high service standards, some guests may find the interior design feels dated.What stands out

Direct private beach access

Six outdoor swimming pools

Quiet atmosphere

On-site spa and gym

Watch out for

Dated interior design

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